Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Batavia
In Illinois, garbage and recycling services run on weekly zone-based routes. Exact pickup days vary by local municipality and private hauler.
State Mandate
Electronics and landscape waste are strictly banned from landfills.
Groot-issued Cart (Typically Blue or Black) Bin (Trash)
Carts must be at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on collection day. Keep carts at least 3 feet apart. Extra bags or rigid cans outside the cart require a prepaid disposal sticker.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household garbage
- ✓Food waste (if not composted)
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Soiled paper packaging
Groot-issued Cart (Green or Blue with specialized lid) Bin (Recycling)
Place recyclables loosely in the cart. Do not bag items in plastic grocery bags. Extra recycling carts can be rented from Groot for an annual fee.
Accepted Items
- ✓Paper and cardboard
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
- ✓Glass jars and bottles
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics and batteries
- ✕Food and liquids
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses)
Yard Waste Bin
Active April 1 – Nov 30. Use a Groot subscription cart or stickered 32-gal rigid cans/Kraft bags (under 50 lbs). Brush must be bundled under 4 ft and 50 lbs, tied with biodegradable twine, and stickered.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and weeds
- ✓Leaves and plant stems
- ✓Brush and small twigs
- ✓Approved food scraps (fruits, veggies, breads)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly
Placement
Place bulk items at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your normal service day with a prepaid sticker clearly visible on each item.
Accepted
- ✓ Sofas, chairs, and tables
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Bookcases
- ✓ Car tires (removed from the rim)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Electronics and E-Waste
- ✕ Hazardous materials (paint, chemicals)
- ✕ Extremely heavy items without scheduling (pianos, hot tubs)
Standard bulk items require one sticker. Heavy items (pianos, hot tubs) and white goods/appliances require a special pickup call to Groot (630-892-9294) and will incur additional fees.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday on or before your regular pickup day, collection services will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
During the active season, yard waste collection follows the exact same holiday delay schedule as garbage and recycling.
If a holiday falls on a weekend, the regular weekday collection schedule remains unaffected.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Meat and Dairy Liquids Out of Compost
While Batavia allows you to mix food scraps with your yard waste, this is strictly limited to plant-based scraps, eggshells, and baked goods. Meat, poultry, seafood, bones, oils, and liquid dairy are strictly prohibited as they attract pests and ruin the compost.
Tires Require a Sticker and Prep
You can actually dispose of car tires curbside as bulk items in Batavia! However, the tire must be completely removed from the metal rim, and a prepaid disposal sticker must be affixed to each individual tire.
Never Bag Your Recyclables
A top cause of recycling contamination is placing paper, plastics, and glass into plastic garbage bags. These bags get tangled in the sorting facility's gears. Always leave recyclables completely loose in your Groot recycling cart.
Seasonal Information
Spring
March - AprilBatavia offers two free weeks of yard waste collection at the start of the season (typically late March through early April). During this two-week window, no prepaid stickers are required for properly prepared yard waste bags or cans.
Winter
DecemberDuring the entire month of December, residents can participate in a free Leaf Collection program. Leaves placed in brown Kraft yard waste bags will be collected on your scheduled service day without needing a prepaid sticker.
Winter (Post-Holidays)
JanuaryGroot Industries provides a free curbside collection of one live Christmas tree per household at no additional cost during the first two weeks of January. Ensure all lights, ornaments, and plastic tree bags are removed.
About Batavia Waste Management
Hybrid Volume-Based Waste Collection in Batavia
The City of Batavia operates a highly flexible refuse collection system through Groot Industries, designed to encourage recycling and waste reduction. While standard refuse collection requires designated Groot carts, residents have incredible flexibility. Any extra garbage bags or 35-gallon personal cans that exceed the cart's capacity can be placed at the curb, provided they weigh under 50 pounds and feature a prepaid City of Batavia disposal sticker.
Curbside Food Scrap Composting Options
Batavia actively supports landfill diversion by allowing residents to mix acceptable food scraps right into their yard waste containers. From April through November, you can toss fruits, vegetables, bread, pasta, and coffee grounds into your yard waste subscription cart, brown paper lawn bags, or stickered 32-gallon rigid containers. Just make sure to keep out meat, dairy liquids, and plastics to ensure a clean compost stream for Kane County facilities.
Unlimited Bulk Item Disposal with a Twist
Getting rid of large furniture in Batavia is incredibly convenient compared to neighboring municipalities. You do not have to wait for a special amnesty day—the city allows for unlimited bulk item collection every single week on your regular trash day. The only requirement is that one prepaid disposal sticker must be affixed to each oversized item, such as a mattress, chair, or sofa.
Handling DIY Construction Debris
If you are remodeling your Batavia home, Groot will collect small amounts of 'Do-It-Yourself' construction and demolition debris at the curb alongside your regular trash. To ensure the safety of the collectors, all debris like lumber or drywall must be cut to 4 feet or less in length, bundled or bagged securely, and weigh under 50 pounds per bundle. Nails and sharp edges must be removed or hammered flat.
Drop-off Facilities
Batavia City Hall (Sticker Vendor)
100 N. Island Avenue, Batavia, IL 60510
Materials Accepted
Clean Harbors Environmental Services (HHW At-Door Pickup)
Service based out of Batavia/Kane County area
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy the disposal stickers in Batavia?
Prepaid disposal stickers, which are required for extra garbage, yard waste, and bulk items, can be purchased at Batavia City Hall, Menards on N. Randall Road, Ace Hardware on W. Wilson St., and local Jewel and Meijer grocery stores.
Can I compost my food scraps in Batavia?
Yes! The City allows residents to mix approved food scraps like fruits, vegetables, breads, and coffee grounds directly into their yard waste subscription carts, paper Kraft bags, or stickered 32-gallon rigid cans during the active yard waste season (April - November).
How do I dispose of a refrigerator or large appliance?
Appliances (white goods) like refrigerators, stoves, and humidifiers require a special scheduled pickup. You must contact Groot directly at 630-892-9294 to arrange the collection, and you will need to affix one prepaid disposal sticker to the appliance.
How do I get rid of household hazardous waste like paint or pesticides?
Batavia residents can schedule a free 'front door pickup' for household hazardous waste. Simply call Clean Harbors Environmental Services at 1-866-466-5060 or submit a request online to schedule a convenient home collection for chemicals, cleaners, and oil-based paints.