Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Pinellas Park
Trash Day
Tuesdays and Fridays
Recycling
Wednesdays
Yard Waste
Tuesdays and Fridays (collected with regular trash when properly bagged or bundled)
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential solid waste and recycling fees are bundled directly into your monthly City of Pinellas Park utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, AutoPay (ACH), Credit Card, E-Check, Phone, Mail, Drop Box, In-Person
Resident-provided (no specific color) Bin (Trash)
Residents must provide their own containers (maximum 35 gallons with handles and a lid) or use securely tied plastic trash bags. Neither the container nor individual bags can exceed 50 pounds. Place curbside by 7:00 a.m. on collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Tied plastic bags
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Place the city-provided blue bin at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on Wednesdays. Rinse containers lightly and ensure all materials are loose inside the bin, not packed in plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Newspapers, magazines, and mixed paper
- ✓Milk and juice cartons (empty and rinsed)
- ✓Steel and tin cans
- ✓Aluminum beverage cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (clear, green, brown)
- ✓Plastic PETE #1 and HDPE #2 containers
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic shopping bags
- ✕Aluminum foil or pie plates
- ✕Window glass and mirrors
- ✕Food waste or greasy pizza boxes
- ✕Lids from plastic bottles
- ✕Motor oil bottles
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
Brush must be tied and bundled. Bundles cannot exceed four feet in length, and no single limb may exceed four inches in diameter. Each bound bundle must not weigh more than 50 pounds.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Pine needles
- ✓Small tree branches
- ✓Hedge trimmings
- ✓Brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Collected simultaneously with standard Tuesday/Friday garbage
Placement
Place bulk items safely at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your regular Tuesday or Friday collection day. To prevent entrapment hazards, all refrigerators and freezers must have their doors removed or padlocked.
Accepted
- ✓ Old furniture (couches, chairs, tables)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Washing machines and dryers
- ✓ Refrigerators and freezers (must have doors removed)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and building materials
- ✕ Carpet (unless containerized or tied in 3-foot bundles)
- ✕ Automotive parts and batteries
- ✕ Household hazardous waste and chemicals
Standard bulk item collection is typically included with your mandatory residential service, but excessive construction-related materials will not be collected by the city.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
The City of Pinellas Park adjusts solid waste collection for major holidays. When a recognized holiday disrupts the standard schedule, collections are generally pushed back by one day for the remainder of the week.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and recycling collections may also experience delays during holiday weeks. Always check the Pinellas Park official website or call Utility Billing for exact holiday shift details.
Containers should still be placed out by 7:00 a.m. on your adjusted collection day. Remove empty containers from the curb by midnight on the day of service.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer
June - NovemberDuring Florida's hurricane season, tropical storms can generate heavy yard and structural debris. If severe weather strikes, the city will issue emergency pick-up protocols on the Pinellas Park official website. Always keep storm wreckage separate from regular household trash.
Fall
October - NovemberAs leaves begin to drop, remember that the city's municipal brush site is permanently closed. Autumn yard cleanup requires careful curbside preparation; ensure large piles of leaves are appropriately containerized and limbs are tied into manageable four-foot bundles.
Winter
December - JanuaryHoliday gift-giving produces an excess of cardboard and wrapping paper. While standard wrapping paper and fully flattened boxes go in your blue bin, foil-lined or glittery wrapping materials cannot be recycled and must be placed in your regular trash.
Local Tips & Community Info
Get Some Green Back: Cashing In on Your Pinellas Park Recyclables
Did you know you can actually get paid for some of your recyclables right here near Pinellas Park? While Pinellas County focuses on general recycling pickup, it's always worth checking out local scrap yards or redemption centers for materials like aluminum cans and certain metals. Sometimes, these places will give you cash on the spot for things that might otherwise just go to the landfill. Keep an eye out for places in the wider Tampa Bay area that might serve Pinellas Park residents – a quick search for 'scrap metal prices Pinellas County' or 'aluminum can redemption Florida' can point you in the right direction and put a little extra money in your pocket while helping the environment!
Give Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Pinellas Park
Got items that are still perfectly good but you just don't need anymore? Instead of tossing them, think about donating them locally! Pinellas Park and the surrounding areas have some fantastic options for giving your pre-loved goods a new home. You can check out the Habitat for Humanity ReStore on 49th Street North in St. Petersburg – they take furniture, appliances, and building materials. Also, keep an eye out for local thrift stores like The Arc Tampa Bay or other community-based charities that are always looking for clothing, housewares, and books. Donating helps others and keeps useful items out of the trash.
Keeping Our Community Clean: Tackling Trash Together in Pinellas Park
While this page covers your regular trash schedule, let's talk about keeping Pinellas Park looking its best. If you ever see any illegal dumping happening, it's important to report it. Pinellas County has a system for this – you can often report it online or by calling the county's code enforcement or solid waste department. Also, keep an ear out for any community clean-up events that pop up! These are great ways to get involved, meet your neighbors, and make a real difference in beautifying our shared spaces, from parks to local streets. Working together makes our town shine.
Drop-off Facilities
Pinellas County Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Center
2855 109th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33716
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What size garbage can am I required to use in Pinellas Park?
The City of Pinellas Park requires residents to supply their own trash containers. The maximum acceptable size is a 35-gallon capacity can equipped with handles and a lid. Tied plastic garbage bags are also permitted. No individual container or bag may exceed 50 pounds in weight.
How do I safely dispose of a broken refrigerator or bulky appliance?
Heavy appliances and furniture are collected on the same day as your regular Tuesday or Friday garbage pickup. Place the item at the curb by 7:00 a.m., but you must remove the doors or apply a secure padlock to all refrigerators and freezers before placing them outside.
What should I do if my trash or recycling pickup is missed?
If you placed your materials out before 7:00 a.m. and they were not serviced, contact the Pinellas Park Utility Billing Department at 727-369-0690. The city's waste hauler is contractually required to respond and collect the missed items within 24 hours of a report.
Does the city supply the blue curbside recycling bin?
Yes, the blue recycling container is provided directly by the City of Pinellas Park. If you are a new resident without a container, or if yours breaks and needs replacement, call 727-369-0690 to have one delivered. Keep in mind that the recycling bin is city property and must stay with the home if you move.