Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Collinsville
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.
Standard Republic Services Cart (95-gallon or 65-gallon) Bin (Trash)
All trash must be tightly bagged and contained entirely inside the Republic Service cart with the lid completely closed. Carts must be at the curb by 6:00 AM on your service day, placed 5 feet away from other objects.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household garbage
- ✓Food waste and non-recyclable wrappers
- ✓Styrofoam
- ✓Small broken household items
Blue or Green Republic Services Cart Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be empty, clean, and dry. Do not bag your recyclables; place them loosely inside the cart. Ensure a 5-foot clearance between your recycling cart and your trash cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Newspapers, office paper, and junk mail
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Clean plastic bottles and jugs
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags or plastic film
- ✕Food waste and liquids
- ✕Polystyrene (Styrofoam)
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires)
Yard Waste Bin
This is an optional, separately billed service running April 1 - Dec 31. Use biodegradable paper yard waste bags or a clearly marked personal can. Branches must be securely bundled. Never use plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Plant and garden debris
- ✓Small branches and twigs
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Two scheduled pickups per year at no cost
Placement
Call 618-656-6883 or email [email protected] to schedule. Place approved items at the curb only after receiving your specific pickup date (usually within 7 days of calling).
Accepted
- ✓ Couches and recliners
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Desks and dressers
- ✓ Standard household furniture
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste or liquid paints
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Electronics and televisions
- ✕ Tires and auto parts
After using your two free annual pickups, additional bulk items cost a minimum of $50, and appliances cost a minimum of $30. These must be prepaid and scheduled through Republic Services.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a designated holiday falls on a weekday on or before your regular pickup day, all collection services will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Subscribed yard waste collection follows the exact same holiday delay schedule during its active season.
If a holiday falls on a weekend, your standard collection schedule remains unaffected.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Don't Bag Your Recyclables
While your regular trash must be bagged, your recycling must be loose. Plastic grocery and garbage bags wrap around the sorting gears at the recycling facility, causing dangerous machine jams.
Maintain the Five-Foot Rule
Republic Services uses fully automated trucks in Collinsville. If you place your carts too close together, or next to a mailbox or parked car, the mechanical arm cannot grab the bin and your waste will not be collected.
Keep Electronics Out of Carts
Televisions, computers, and other electronic waste are banned from Illinois landfills and cannot be placed in your trash or recycling cart. Utilize the Madison County drop-off at the Collinsville Activity Center instead.
Seasonal Information
Spring to Fall
April - DecemberThe optional yard waste collection program runs from April 1st through December 31st. You must contact Republic Services directly to subscribe and set up independent quarterly billing for this service.
Winter
January - MarchCurbside yard waste collection is suspended during the peak winter months. Any remaining organic debris during this time must be composted privately or taken to a regional organics facility.
Severe Weather
December - FebruaryDuring heavy Midwestern snowstorms, collection routes may be delayed. Keep your carts slightly recessed in your driveway rather than in the street to prevent interference with Collinsville snowplows.
About Collinsville Waste Management
Automated Cart Requirements in Collinsville
Residential solid waste collection in Collinsville is completely automated through the city's municipal contract with Republic Services. Homeowners can choose between a standard 95-gallon cart or request to downsize to a 65-gallon cart. For the mechanical arm to safely grab the container, residents must ensure their carts are placed at least five feet away from any objects like mailboxes, trees, or parked cars, and positioned one foot from the street curb. Any garbage left on the ground outside the designated Republic Services cart will be ignored by the driver.
The Individually Scheduled Bulk Pickup Program
Replacing the outdated model of chaotic spring and fall city-wide cleanups, Collinsville has transitioned to a highly convenient on-demand bulk pickup system. Every residential household is entitled to two free bulk waste collections per calendar year. You must initiate this service by calling Republic Services or emailing their customer experience team with your address and item list. You will then be assigned a specific date within seven days to place your large furniture or appliances at the curb.
Optional Yard Waste Subscriptions
Unlike basic trash and recycling, landscape waste collection is not automatically included in your Collinsville utility bill. Residents who need to dispose of grass clippings, branches, and leaves must proactively opt-in to the yard waste program by contacting Republic Services directly. This seasonal service operates from April 1st through December 31st and is billed on a quarterly basis completely separate from your city water and refuse bill.
Strict Bagging Rules for Trash vs. Recycling
To maintain neighborhood cleanliness and prevent windblown litter, Collinsville strictly requires all standard household garbage to be securely bagged and tied before being placed inside the Republic Services trash cart. However, the exact opposite rule applies to your recycling cart. Recyclables such as flattened cardboard, aluminum cans, and plastic jugs must be tossed loosely into the recycling bin, as plastic garbage bags severely jam the machinery at the material recovery facility.
Local Drop-Off for Electronics and Recycling
For specialized items that cannot go into your curbside carts, Collinsville residents benefit from the Madison County Recycling and Resource Management drop-off program. A dedicated community drop-off station is conveniently located at the Collinsville Activity Center parking lot on Gateway Drive. Serviced on Mondays and Thursdays, this facility allows residents to properly dispose of difficult recyclables, keeping heavy metals and toxic chemicals out of local Illinois landfills.
Drop-off Facilities
Madison County Recycling Drop-Off (Collinsville Activity Center)
10 Gateway Drive Parking Lot, Collinsville, IL 62234
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Why didn't Republic Services pick up the extra garbage bags next to my cart?
Collinsville utilizes an automated collection system. All trash must fit inside your designated 95-gallon or 65-gallon cart with the lid closed. The drivers do not leave the truck to pick up bags, personal cans, or overflow trash lying on the ground.
How do I schedule my free bulk item pickup in Collinsville?
You can schedule your two free annual bulk pickups by calling Republic Services at 618-656-6883 or by emailing [email protected] with your address and a list of items. Do not call the City of Collinsville to arrange this. Republic Services will assign you a pickup date within seven days.
Is yard waste collection included in my Collinsville utility bill?
No. Yard waste collection is an optional service in Collinsville. If you wish to have yard waste picked up between April 1st and December 31st, you must set up the service directly with Republic Services, and they will bill you separately on a quarterly basis.
Where exactly should I place my trash cart on collection day?
Place your cart one foot away from the street curb by 6:00 AM on your collection day. Critically, the cart must be at least five feet away from any objects like cars, mailboxes, trees, or your recycling cart, so the automated mechanical arm has enough room to operate.