Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Canton
Georgia municipal collections typically run weekly. Your exact service day is determined by your local county or city zoning schedule.
State Mandate
EPD laws restrict yard trimmings from being mixed with general household garbage.
Green (96-gallon Waste Pro cart) Bin (Trash)
Place cart at curb by 7:00 AM with the handle facing your house. Must be two feet from vehicles, mailboxes, and other obstacles. Roll carts in by midnight.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Bagged trash
Blue or Green with Blue Lid Bin (Recycling)
Service runs bi-weekly. Thoroughly rinse all aluminum and plastic recyclables before placing them in your bin to prevent bugs and odors. Do not bag recyclables.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard & pizza boxes
- ✓Mixed paper (mail, magazines, newspaper)
- ✓Paper based food service packaging
- ✓Cartons
- ✓#1 & #2 plastic bottles/jugs
- ✓Aluminum & steel cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Aerosol spray cans
- ✕Glass
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Batteries
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Wood
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Cables and hoses
Yard Waste Bin
Provided by the City of Canton Street Department. Leaves and brush must be in separate stacks on the right-of-way. Contractor debris is not accepted. Call (770) 720-7674 to schedule a work order.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Brush
- ✓Limbs
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On-demand (Available by request)
Placement
Empty all appliances and remove refrigerator doors for safety. Freon gas must be removed and tagged by a qualified technician. Place bulk items at the curb without blocking the street, sidewalks, or mailboxes.
Accepted
- ✓ Major appliances
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Large household items
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction debris
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Paint
- ✕ Propane tanks
- ✕ Automotive fluids
Residents must call Waste Pro at (678) 720-2000 to schedule the pickup and confirm if any specific items incur additional disposal fees.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on or before your normal collection day, your service will run one day behind for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste is managed by the City of Canton Street Department; municipal offices are closed on city holidays, delaying leaf and brush work orders.
For example, if the holiday is on a Monday, Monday routes are serviced Tuesday, Tuesday routes on Wednesday, and Friday routes on Saturday. There are no service interruptions for holidays not listed above.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Glass Out of Curbside Bins
While it was once commonly accepted, Waste Pro’s Canton residential program no longer accepts glass in curbside recycling bins. Glass must be placed in the regular trash or taken to a designated Cherokee County drop-off location.
Avoid 'Tanglers' and Hoses
Never place garden hoses, electrical cabling, wires, or string lights into your recycling cart. These items wrap around the gears at the Materials Recovery Facility, causing equipment damage and severe sorting delays.
Empty and Rinse Your Containers
Food residue can ruin entire batches of recyclable paper and cardboard. Always rinse out your #1 and #2 plastic jugs, aluminum cans, and steel cans thoroughly before tossing them in the bin.
Seasonal Information
Autumn/Winter
October to JanuaryDuring heavy leaf-drop months, residents doing their own yard work can request leaf pickup from the City of Canton. Remember to keep leaf piles completely separate from brush piles on the right-of-way to ensure successful collection.
Major Holidays
Year-RoundWaste Pro observes six major holidays (New Year's, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas). When a holiday falls on a weekday, all subsequent collections for that week will be delayed by one day.
Severe Weather Prep
Winter/SpringIn the event of severe North Georgia storms or ice, garbage and recycling trucks may be temporarily delayed for safety. Residents are advised to leave their carts safely at the curb until road conditions improve and collection resumes.
About Canton Waste Management
Canton, Georgia Solid Waste Collection Overview
The City of Canton partners with Waste Pro to manage residential garbage and bi-weekly recycling collection. Residents receive a 96-gallon green cart for standard household trash, ensuring a streamlined and uniform curbside program. By consolidating waste management under one primary hauler, the city maintains cleaner neighborhoods while offering convenient online tools for account management, holiday schedules, and service requests.
Proper Cart Placement Rules in Cherokee County
To guarantee smooth service on your collection day, Canton residents must roll out their Waste Pro carts by 7:00 AM. Position the cart within three feet of the curb with the handle facing your home. Ensure there is a minimum two-foot clearance from vehicles, mailboxes, shrubs, and other obstacles so the automated trucks can safely lift the bins. All carts must be pulled back from the curb by midnight on the day of collection.
Bi-Weekly Curbside Recycling Rules
Waste Pro operates Canton's curbside recycling on a bi-weekly schedule. Residents can recycle mixed paper, cardboard, aluminum cans, steel cans, cartons, and #1 or #2 plastic bottles. It is crucial to thoroughly rinse all food containers to prevent pest issues and odors. Remember that glass, plastic grocery bags, and styrofoam are strictly prohibited in the blue recycling bins and should be disposed of elsewhere.
Managing Yard Debris and Leaves
Unlike standard household trash, Canton’s yard waste is managed directly by the City of Canton Street Department. This service is available to residents who perform their own yard maintenance, rather than using contracted landscapers. To utilize this program, place leaves and brush in separate stacks along the right-of-way (bagging leaves is optional) and call the Street Department at (770) 720-7674 to submit a work order for removal.
Paying Your Waste Pro Bill in Canton
Canton utility customers have multiple convenient avenues to settle their Waste Pro sanitation bills. Payments can be processed online through the Waste Pro portal, mailed to their processing center, or handled in person at Canton City Hall located at 110 Academy Street. For round-the-clock convenience, there is also a payment drop box available at City Hall.
Drop-off Facilities
Cherokee County Recycling Center
470 Blalock Road, Canton, GA 30115
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What time should I put my Waste Pro trash cart out in Canton, GA?
Residents must roll their 96-gallon garbage and recycling carts out to the curb by 7:00 AM on their scheduled pickup day. Ensure the handle faces your home and the cart is at least two feet away from vehicles and mailboxes. Carts should be removed by midnight.
Does the City of Canton provide curbside yard waste pickup?
Yes, but this service is handled by the City of Canton Street Department, not Waste Pro. Residents who perform their own yard work can place leaves and brush in separate piles on the right-of-way and call (770) 720-7674 to request a pickup work order. Contractor debris is not accepted.
Are pizza boxes accepted in Canton's recycling program?
Yes, Waste Pro accepts clean cardboard and pizza boxes in their bi-weekly curbside recycling program. However, you must ensure the boxes are completely empty and not heavily saturated with grease or food remnants.
How do I dispose of a refrigerator or old couch in Canton?
You can dispose of furniture and appliances by calling Waste Pro at (678) 720-2000 to schedule an on-demand bulk waste pickup. For refrigerators, freezers, and A/C units, all Freon must be professionally removed and tagged by a qualified technician, and the doors must be removed before placing them at the curb.