Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Johns Creek
Trash Day
Collection runs Monday through Friday depending on your neighborhood and chosen private waste provider.
Recycling
Recycling is collected weekly alongside regular trash through your private waste hauler.
Yard Waste
Yard waste is typically collected weekly on your assigned service day by your private hauler.
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on your scheduled collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash collection fees are not billed by the City of Johns Creek; you will receive bills directly from your contracted private hauler or through your HOA fees.
Billing Cycle
Monthly or Quarterly (billed directly by your private hauler)
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail
Pro Tip / Discount
Discounts or senior rate reductions depend on your private waste service provider.
Varies by private hauler (typically a 90-gallon cart) Bin (Trash)
Cart colors and precise placement times are dictated by your contracted hauler. Generally, trash must be securely bagged and placed at the curb by 7:00 AM on your designated service day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Standard household refuse
Varies by private hauler (typically 30-gallon or 65-gallon cart) Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables must be kept loose in your cart—never place them inside plastic garbage bags. Only clean and dry materials are accepted.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Mixed paper, junk mail, and magazines
- ✓Plastics #1 and #2
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass bottles and jars (use city drop-offs)
- ✕Plastic grocery bags or film
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires)
Yard Waste Bin
Included in your minimum weekly service, but specific rules vary by hauler. Most require paper lawn bags for loose debris and restrict limb sizes to 4 feet in length and under 50 pounds.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Small brush and twigs
- ✓Bundled tree limbs
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Minimum of once per month, as mandated by the City.
Placement
Follow the precise placement instructions provided by your private hauler when you request the service. Items generally need to be at the curb by 7:00 AM.
Accepted
- ✓ Household furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Large appliances (refrigerators typically require freon removal)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste (chemicals, wet paint)
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Tires and automotive parts
While one pickup per month is included in your base rate, excessively large piles or extremely heavy items (like pianos or hot tubs) may incur extra fees negotiated directly with your hauler.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Holiday schedule shifts are determined entirely by your private sanitation provider. In most cases, if a major holiday falls on a weekday, collections for the remainder of that week are delayed by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and bulk collections typically observe the same one-day delay as your standard household garbage during holiday weeks.
Always check your specific hauler's website or mobile app (e.g., My WM, Republic Services app) for real-time notifications regarding holiday service disruptions in your specific neighborhood.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer
June to AugustThe city hosts its highly anticipated Bulky Items Recycling Day during the summer months at City Hall. Pre-registration is required, and spots fill up fast, so monitor the city's event page early in the season.
Fall
October to DecemberAs the leaves begin to fall, remember that your private hauler may impose strict limits on the number of yard waste bags they will accept per week. Plan your landscaping cleanouts accordingly or schedule a special pick-up.
Year-Round Holidays
All YearBecause Johns Creek operates on an open market, your holiday collection delays are determined solely by your specific waste hauler. Most major companies (like WM and Republic) will push service back one day following a major weekday holiday.
Local Tips & Community Info
Setting Up Residential Trash Collection in Johns Creek
Unlike many municipalities, the City of Johns Creek operates on an open-market solid waste system. This means the local government does not provide municipal garbage collection services. Instead, residents and homeowner associations (HOAs) are responsible for contracting directly with city-approved private waste haulers. Permitted service providers operating in the area include American Disposal Services, Legacy Disposal Services, Red Oak Sanitation, Republic Services, WM, and Waste Pro. Collection days, monthly fees, and available services vary significantly based on the company you select. If you live in a neighborhood governed by an HOA, it is highly recommended to check with your board first. Many communities negotiate a single sanitation contract for all homes to secure better rates and reduce heavy garbage truck traffic on residential streets.
Curbside Recycling Guidelines and Glass Drop-Off
Single-stream recycling is standard practice for most private haulers operating within Johns Creek. Residents can typically recycle flattened corrugated cardboard, clean paper products, plastic jugs (labeled #1 through #7), and aluminum cans directly in their curbside bin. However, contaminants like plastic grocery bags, tangled garden hoses, electronics, and Styrofoam are strictly prohibited. Because glass is often excluded from curbside single-stream collection to prevent breakage and contamination, the City of Johns Creek provides two designated glass recycling drop-off locations for residents. Be sure to rinse all food and liquid residue from your recyclable containers before tossing them in the bin to maintain the integrity of the recycling stream.
Yard Waste and Bulk Item Disposal
With Johns Creek’s beautiful mature tree canopy, managing seasonal yard waste is a critical part of local property maintenance. Yard waste collection policies depend entirely on your chosen private hauler. Generally, residents must place grass clippings and leaves in specialized kraft paper yard bags, while limbs should be cut to lengths of four feet or less and bundled neatly. Bulk waste removal—such as disposing of old furniture, large appliances, or mattresses—usually requires scheduling a special pickup with your provider for an additional fee. Never leave oversized items on the curb without prior approval from your waste collection company, as it can lead to code enforcement warnings.
Bin Placement Rules and Holiday Delays
To ensure a smooth collection day, roll your carts to the curb the night before or early in the morning by 6:00 AM. Place the bins with the wheels facing your home and keep them at least three to four feet away from mailboxes, parked vehicles, and other obstructions to allow the mechanical truck arms to operate safely. According to local city ordinances, carts must be removed from the curb by midnight on your collection day and stored out of public view, such as behind a fence, side yard, or inside a garage. Keep in mind that trash pickup schedules are typically pushed back by one day following major national holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.
Drop-off Facilities
Ocee Park Glass Recycling (Ripple Glass)
10900 Buice Road, Johns Creek, GA 30022
Materials Accepted
Cauley Creek Park Glass Recycling (Ripple Glass)
7255 Bell Road, Johns Creek, GA 30097
Materials Accepted
Center for Hard to Recycle Materials (CHaRM)
1110 Hill Street SE, Atlanta, GA 30315
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the City of Johns Creek provide municipal trash collection?
No, the city does not have a municipal sanitation department [2.1.7]. Residents must independently hire a city-approved private waste hauler for their weekly garbage and recycling pickup.
How do I dispose of glass bottles since my hauler won't take them?
The City of Johns Creek offers special drop-off locations specifically for glass recycling. You can safely dispose of your clean glass bottles and jars at these designated community centers.
What should I do if my garbage was not picked up on the scheduled day?
If you experience a missed pickup, you must contact your specific private waste hauler directly within 24 hours. They will typically dispatch a recovery truck the following business day to collect your bins.