Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Holly Springs
Trash Day
Trash collection days vary depending on your neighborhood and chosen private waste hauler (such as Waste Management, Republic Services, or Waste Connections) or HOA contract, with service typically running once per week Monday through Friday.
Recycling
Curbside recycling frequency depends on your private hauler's service plan. Residents can also use Cherokee County's free recycling drop-off centers located on Blalock Road in Canton and at Hobgood Park.
Yard Waste
Yard waste pickup can be arranged as an add-on service through your private trash provider or disposed of at Cherokee County solid waste and brush facilities.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
The City of Holly Springs operates on an open-market system for sanitation, meaning residents set up and pay for trash service directly with private haulers or through their HOA rather than a municipal utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Monthly or Quarterly (set by private provider)
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail (varies by hauler)
Pro Tip / Discount
No specific citywide discounts; check with your selected private waste hauler for potential senior or autopay discounts.
Varies by private hauler (typically Green or Blue) Bin (Trash)
Trash must be bagged and placed inside the hauler-provided cart. Bins should generally be placed at the curb the night before or by 6:00 AM on your designated collection day, and removed from the street by the evening to comply with city nuisance ordinances.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Bagged domestic refuse
Varies by private hauler Bin (Recycling)
If you subscribe to curbside recycling, keep items loose and unbagged in the cart. Glass is typically not accepted curbside and should be taken to the Cherokee County Recycling Center.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard (flattened)
- ✓Paper and newspaper
- ✓Plastics #1 and #2
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Glass (often excluded from single-stream curbside)
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses)
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste service is an optional add-on for most private haulers. If subscribed, debris must usually be placed in biodegradable paper bags or bundled (under 4 feet in length and 40 pounds).
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Small branches and twigs
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
By private arrangement or self-haul
Placement
Do not leave bulk items sitting at the curb for extended periods without a scheduled pickup, as this violates the City of Holly Springs Property Maintenance Code.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Large household items
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Wet paint
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Freon-containing appliances (unless certified empty)
Private haulers will assess a fee per bulk item. Alternatively, residents can transport bulk items to the Pine Bluff Landfill or Cherokee County facilities for a weight-based tipping fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Because collection is managed by private companies, holiday schedules vary slightly. However, the standard industry practice in this area is a one-day delay for holidays falling on a weekday (e.g., Thursday pickups move to Friday).
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and bulk pickups scheduled around major holidays will also be delayed. Always check directly with your specific hauler (WM, Republic, GFL, etc.) for exact schedule shifts.
If a major holiday falls on a weekend, your weekday curbside collection schedule typically remains unchanged.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer
June to AugustHigh humidity accelerates the decomposition of household waste, leading to severe odors. To prevent attracting pests and violating the city's nuisance codes, ensure all food waste is securely tied in heavy-duty bags before placing it in your outdoor cart.
Fall
October to NovemberHolly Springs does not provide municipal leaf vacuuming services. Do not rake leaves to the curb. You must bag them in paper lawn bags for your private hauler (if you pay for yard service), compost them, or take them to a county facility.
Winter
December to JanuaryPrivate waste haulers in Holly Springs universally observe Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. If your collection day falls on or after the holiday, expect a one-day delay in service for the remainder of that week.
Local Tips & Community Info
Residential Trash Fleet Operations
Homeowners in Holly Springs rely on franchised sanitation partnerships to maintain tidy streets. The city currently authorizes Waste Pro as the primary waste hauler for residential limits. Upon establishing a local address, you will receive a heavy-duty 95-gallon refuse cart. All standard household garbage should be bagged tightly before being tossed inside to prevent loose litter from blowing away during the mechanical lifting process. Your bin must be positioned at the edge of your driveway no later than 7:00 AM on the morning of your designated route. Furthermore, the cart should be clear of obstructions, meaning it needs a three-foot buffer away from cars, mailboxes, and utility poles.
Managing Organic Lawn Debris
Seasonal landscaping is a big part of Georgia living, and proper disposal of the resulting green waste is strictly regulated. Holly Springs residents cannot mix leaves, twigs, or grass clippings with normal household garbage. Instead, all organic yard trimmings must be packed into heavy-duty, biodegradable paper yard bags. Plastic bags are explicitly forbidden for organic waste. For larger tree limbs and brush, homeowners must cut the wood into sections no longer than four feet. These branches need to be tied into neat bundles weighing less than 50 pounds so that the sanitation workers can manually load them without risking injury.
Scheduling a Heavy Item Pickup
Getting rid of an old mattress, a broken television, or a dilapidated couch requires extra coordination. The automated trucks used for daily neighborhood routes are not equipped to crush bulky furniture or heavy appliances. Consequently, residents must call Waste Pro directly to arrange a specialized bulk pickup. This service usually incurs an extra out-of-pocket fee based on the overall size and weight of the items. It is important to note that contractors' waste, roofing shingles, wet paint, and automotive tires are banned from curbside pickup entirely.
Adjustments for National Holidays
Sanitation workers observe several major federal holidays, which will inevitably alter your standard collection routine. When holidays like Christmas, Thanksgiving, or Independence Day occur during the workweek, all subsequent pickups are pushed back by one calendar day. For example, a Wednesday pickup will shift to Thursday. If your cart is skipped during a normal, non-holiday week despite being put out before the 7:00 AM deadline, do not bring it back to the house. Leave it at the curb and contact Waste Pro customer support to report the missed service.
Drop-off Facilities
Cherokee County Recycling Center (Main Facility)
470 Blalock Road, Canton, GA 30115
Materials Accepted
Hobgood Park Drop-off Facility
6688 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock, GA 30189
Materials Accepted
Pine Bluff Landfill (Waste Management)
13809 E. Cherokee Drive, Ball Ground, GA 30107
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the morning cutoff time for garbage pickup in Holly Springs?
Residents must place their 95-gallon Waste Pro trash cart at the edge of the street by 7:00 AM on their assigned collection day.
Are plastic bags allowed for yard waste disposal?
No. All grass clippings, leaves, and small organic debris must be placed in biodegradable paper lawn bags to be collected.
Who do I contact to throw away a large piece of furniture?
You must contact Waste Pro directly to schedule a bulk item pickup. Be aware that an additional disposal fee will apply for oversized items.