Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Glendale Heights
Trash Day
Trash is collected weekly on Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday depending on location: Wednesday for Hidden Glen, The Havens, Glendale Lakes, and Dillon Townhomes; Thursday for areas west of Bloomingdale Road; and Friday for areas east of Bloomingdale Road.
Recycling
Recycling is collected weekly on the same day as trash pickup.
Yard Waste
Yard waste is collected weekly on your regular pickup day from April 1 through November 30.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day (curbside placement permitted after 2:00 PM the day before).
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Water and sewer utilities are billed monthly by the Village, while residential trash and recycling collection is contracted and serviced through Republic Services.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Bank Auto-Pay, Mail, Drop Box, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Qualifying seniors 65 and older who own and occupy their home are eligible for a 35% monthly discount on Republic Services refuse billing, as well as senior water bill discounts and utility tax rebates.
Republic Services Issued Cart Bin (Trash)
Place carts approximately one foot behind the curb with wheels facing the house. Maintain a 2 to 3-foot distance between carts. Place out no earlier than 2:00 PM the day before collection and remove by 7:00 AM the day after.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Small broken household items
Republic Services Issued Cart Bin (Recycling)
Place recyclables loose in the cart without plastic bags. Flatten all cardboard and remove any non-paper packaging material inside.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass and metal containers
- ✓Plastics #1 through #5, and #7
- ✓Newspaper and mixed paper
- ✓Flattened corrugated cardboard
- ✓Recyclable paperboard items
Do NOT Include
- ✕Number 6 Plastic (Styrofoam)
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Packing peanuts
- ✕Light bulbs
- ✕Ceramics and crystal
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste is collected exclusively from April 1st to November 30th on regular collection days.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Brush
- ✓Vegetative debris
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Contact required for items over 50 lbs
Placement
Place oversized items at the curb no earlier than 2:00 PM the day before collection. Ensure they do not block vehicles or the automated collection arms for your carts.
Accepted
- ✓ Standard furniture
- ✓ Couches and chairs
- ✓ Large household appliances (with notification)
- ✓ Mattresses
Not Accepted
- ✕ Electronic equipment (without scheduling e-waste day)
- ✕ Hazardous liquids
- ✕ Oil-based paint
- ✕ Batteries
- ✕ Construction debris
Contact Republic Services at 847-981-0091 directly to confirm if a specific heavy item or large appliance requires an extra handling fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on or before your scheduled pickup day (Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday), service will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste follows the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard garbage and recycling during its active collection season.
No other holidays impact the collection schedule. Extreme weather events may also cause delays, which will be communicated via the Village website and social media.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring to Fall
April - NovemberCurbside yard waste is actively collected by Republic Services from April 1st through November 30th on your normal garbage service day.
Winter
JanuaryRepublic Services provides free curbside Christmas tree pickup from the day following the holiday through the first two full weeks of January. Trees must be shorter than 5 feet and entirely free of tinsel, ornaments, and lights.
Year-Round
January - DecemberGlendale Heights provides a permanent, free prescription drug drop box (RxBOX) located in the lobby of Village Hall to safely dispose of unused medications, keeping pharmaceuticals out of the local water supply.
Local Tips & Community Info
Republic Services Household Collection Schedule
In Glendale Heights, Republic Services handles all residential garbage and recycling duties. The day your bins are emptied depends entirely on your neighborhood's location. If you live west of Bloomingdale Road, expect the sanitation trucks to arrive every Thursday. Homes situated east of Bloomingdale Road receive their designated service on Fridays. Meanwhile, residents residing in specific subdivisions—including The Havens, Hidden Glen, Glendale Lakes, and Dillon Townhomes—have their automated pickup scheduled for Wednesdays. Always ensure your refuse is ready early on your designated morning to avoid missing the route.
Curbside Recycling and Banned Materials
The municipality utilizes a highly efficient single-stream recycling method, meaning you do not have to separate glass, metals, plastics, or paper. Simply place all clean recyclables directly into your provided cart. Remember to flatten corrugated cardboard and completely remove any internal styrofoam or packing peanuts. Do not use plastic grocery bags to hold your recyclables, as these damage sorting equipment. Additionally, Illinois law strictly bans electronic equipment from curbside bins. Items like old televisions and computer monitors must be transported to a certified DuPage County e-waste drop-off location.
Yard Debris Management
Seasonal landscaping cleanup runs continuously from April 1st through November 30th. Acceptable organic waste, such as grass clippings, leaves, and small twigs, can be placed in standard 33-gallon kraft paper bags. Alternatively, you may use a rigid waterproof container up to 33 gallons as long as it is clearly labeled 'For Yard Waste Only'. Each container or bag cannot exceed 50 pounds. For larger branches, residents must securely bundle them with biodegradable twine. These brush bundles must not exceed four feet in length or 50 pounds in weight, and individual branch diameters are capped at exactly four inches.
Large Furniture, Appliances, and Bulk Cleanouts
For bulky items like old sofas, or large household appliances such as refrigerators and stoves, standard weekly pickup limits do not apply. You must contact the Republic Services customer support desk at 847-981-0091 at least one full business day ahead of time to arrange a special collection truck. Keep in mind that heavy items, particularly appliances containing CFC gases, will require an extra disposal fee. Major construction debris also demands advance arrangements and cannot simply be stuffed into your standard municipal bins.
Senior Citizen Refuse Discounts
Glendale Heights provides excellent financial relief to older adults through a specialized refuse discount program. Qualified seniors must submit a formal application at the Linda Jackson Center for Senior Citizens to receive a reduced rate on their monthly waste management bill. Applicants are required to provide a current state-issued identification card, a copy of their latest property tax bill as proof of ownership, and their active Republic Services billing account number to secure the discount.
Drop-off Facilities
Household Hazardous Waste Facility (Naperville)
156 Fort Hill Drive, Naperville, IL 60540
Materials Accepted
Glendale Heights Village Hall Lobby (RxBOX)
300 Civic Center Plaza, Glendale Heights, IL 60139
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What day is garbage collected in Glendale Heights?
Collection depends on your location: Thursdays for homes west of Bloomingdale Road, Fridays for homes east of Bloomingdale Road, and Wednesdays for specific subdivisions like Hidden Glen and Glendale Lakes.
How do I dispose of a refrigerator or large appliance?
You must call Republic Services directly at 847-981-0091 to schedule a special pickup, as bulky items and freon-containing appliances require an additional collection fee.
What are the local rules for yard waste containers?
Yard debris must be placed in 33-gallon paper bags or a clearly marked 33-gallon rigid container. Total weight must not exceed 50 pounds per container, and branches must be bundled.