Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Homer Glen
Trash Day
Trash is collected once per week, Monday through Friday, depending on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
Recycling is picked up weekly on the same day as your regular trash collection.
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 (and no earlier than 6:00 PM the evening prior)
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential waste, recycling, and seasonal yard waste collection are provided under a village contract with Homewood Disposal (NuWay) and billed directly to residents on a quarterly basis.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, Phone
Pro Tip / Discount
A discounted rate is available for senior residents aged 65 and older by submitting an application.
Light Green Bin (Trash)
Place trash in the village-provided 95-gallon light green cart. Residents may also set out up to three personal 35-gallon cans or heavy-duty garbage bags per week, provided each weighs no more than 50 pounds. Carts cannot be placed at the curb before 6:00 PM the night prior and must be out by 6:00 AM on service day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household garbage
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Food waste and wrappers
- ✓Styrofoam
Dark Green Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be placed loose inside the dark green cart. Do not bag recyclables. Break down cardboard to ensure the cart lid closes completely.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Newspapers, magazines, and junk mail
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Clean plastic bottles, jugs, and containers
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic shopping bags
- ✕Yard waste
- ✕Food or liquid residue
- ✕Electronics or hazardous materials
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, cords, wires)
Yard Waste Bin
Do not use plastic bags. Use biodegradable paper yard waste bags or a personal 32-gallon can with a red 'Yard Waste Only' sticker (available at Village Hall). Branches must be cut to 3-4 foot lengths, be no wider than 6 inches in diameter, and bundled with twine (under 50 lbs).
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Garden debris
- ✓Small branches and brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
One large item per week
Placement
Place the bulk item at the curb by 6:00 AM on your collection day. Ensure the item is at least 3 feet away from your wheeled carts so the automated truck arm has clearance.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches and chairs
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Tables and bookcases
- ✓ Rolled carpeting (up to 4 rolls, cut to 4 feet, max 50 lbs each)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Appliances containing Freon (refrigerators, freezers)
- ✕ Automotive parts and tires
- ✕ Large quantities of construction or demolition debris
- ✕ Liquid paints or hazardous household chemicals
While one bulk item is free weekly, residents with large cleanouts or remodel projects can contact Homewood Disposal directly to rent a temporary roll-off dumpster at negotiated village rates.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a designated holiday falls on a weekday, trash and recycling collection for that day and the remainder of the week will be delayed by one day. Friday collections will be moved to Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste collection follows the exact same holiday delay schedule during the active April-November season.
If a major holiday falls on a Sunday, it is generally observed on Monday, delaying the entire week's schedule. If the holiday falls on a Saturday (like Independence Day occasionally), there are no service delays for the week.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring through Fall
April - NovemberYard waste collection officially runs from April 1 through November 30. During this active growing season, ensure all organic debris is placed at the curb by 6:00 AM on your regular trash collection day.
Winter
JanuaryDuring the month of January, real Christmas trees are classified as yard waste and will be collected separately from regular refuse so they can be chipped or composted. Remove all lights, ornaments, and tinsel before placing the tree at the curb.
Severe Weather
December - MarchIntense Midwestern winter snowstorms may cause minor route delays. If snow plows are active, keep your carts slightly recessed into your driveway rather than directly in the street to prevent them from being knocked over.
Local Tips & Community Info
Waste Management Operations with NuWay Disposal
In the Village of Homer Glen, the local sanitation infrastructure is managed by NuWay Disposal, a subsidiary of Homewood Disposal Service (HDS). The village aims to keep neighborhoods clean by providing all households with large 95-gallon rolling carts for both refuse and recycling. To ensure seamless collection, residents should position their containers near the edge of the driveway on their designated pickup day. It is important to leave enough space around the carts so the automated mechanical arms on the garbage trucks can operate safely without bumping into parked cars, mailboxes, or streetlights.
Weekly Single-Stream Recycling Guidelines
Keeping recyclable materials out of landfills is a major focus for the community. The village issues a dedicated 95-gallon green cart to every home specifically for single-stream recycling. You can deposit clean paper, flattened cardboard boxes, glass jars, aluminum cans, and standard rigid plastic containers directly into the green bin. Remember that all recyclables must remain loose. Do not bag them in plastic grocery sacks, as these thin plastics can severely jam the machinery at the processing facility.
Seasonal Yard Debris and Composting Rules
Landscaping is a big part of maintaining your property in Homer Glen. The seasonal yard waste removal program operates annually from April 1st through November 30th, with pickups occurring on the same day as your regular trash service. Homeowners can discard grass clippings and fallen leaves in biodegradable Kraft paper bags or in personal rigid containers maxing out at 32 gallons. If you choose to use your own can, it must be prominently marked with a yard waste identification label. For households with heavy landscaping needs, NuWay Disposal also provides the option to use a massive 95-gallon yard waste cart.
Bulk Item Disposal and Electronic Waste Bans
Discarding large or cumbersome items is simple, as the residential contract allows for the collection of one large bulk item—like a sofa, mattress, or broken cabinet—per week alongside your standard household trash. However, electronic waste is strictly prohibited from entering Illinois landfills. Televisions, computers, printers, and monitors must not be mixed with regular garbage. Residents looking to dispose of e-waste safely need to contact NuWay Disposal at 708-479-9555 to schedule an exclusive electronics pickup.
Drop-off Facilities
Lockport Public Works - Will County Electronic Drop-Off
17112 Prime Blvd (East of I-55), Lockport, IL 60441
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rule for getting rid of heavy furniture in Homer Glen?
You are permitted to place one large, bulky item—such as a piece of furniture or a mattress—out for collection each week on your regular garbage day at no extra cost.
What type of container can I use for yard waste?
Yard waste must be placed in biodegradable Kraft paper bags, a clearly labeled 32-gallon personal can, or a rented 95-gallon yard waste cart from NuWay Disposal.
How do I handle throwing out an old TV?
Because state law bans electronics from landfills, you cannot put a television in the regular trash. You must call NuWay Disposal to arrange a special e-waste collection.