Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Lombard
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.
Green with Green Lid (35, 64, or 96-gallon) Bin (Trash)
Place your toter at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on collection day (no earlier than 12 hours prior). Extra bags must have a $1.93 refuse sticker attached.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household garbage
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics (#7 or unnumbered)
- ✓Food waste and wrappers
- ✓Small broken household goods
Green with Yellow Lid (64-gallon standard) Bin (Recycling)
Items must be clean, dry, and placed loosely in the recycling toter. Never bag recyclables in plastic garbage bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard and paperboard (no wax liners)
- ✓Newspaper, mail, and office paper
- ✓Aluminum, tin, and steel cans
- ✓Plastics #1 through #5
- ✓Glass food and beverage containers
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Plastics #7 or unnumbered
- ✕Ceramics, porcelain, and mirrors
- ✕Tempered steel and coat hangers
- ✕Styrofoam
Yard Waste Bin
Use kraft bags or cans (max 45 gal/50 lbs). A $3.14 sticker is required for every bag, can, and bundle of brush (max 6 ft long, 18 inches wide).
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Weeds and garden debris
- ✓Bundled woody brush and twigs
- ✓Food scraps (ONLY if using the subscribed gray compost toter)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly (Requires Stickers or Scheduled Fee)
Placement
Place items at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your collection day. Mattresses and box springs MUST be encased in plastic disposal bags.
Accepted
- ✓ Small furniture and chairs
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs (must be wrapped in plastic)
- ✓ Couches and tables
- ✓ White goods (refrigerators, washers - $40 fee)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous household waste
- ✕ Electronic waste (TVs, computers)
- ✕ Large quantities of construction debris
- ✕ Tires (unless a $5 per tire fee is arranged)
Attach one $1.93 refuse sticker per 50 lbs for items under 100 lbs. Items over 100 lbs require a $20 scheduled fee. White goods are $40 each. Call 800-964-8988 to schedule.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a recognized holiday falls on a weekday, garbage, recycling, and yard waste collection will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week (e.g., Friday pickups move to Saturday).
Yard Waste Exception
During the active collection season (April through mid-December), yard waste pickups follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard trash.
If a holiday falls on a weekend, your standard weekday collection schedule will generally remain unaffected.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Do Not Recycle Ceramics or Mirrors
While glass bottles are highly recyclable, mirrors, window glass, cooking glassware (like Pyrex), and ceramics melt at a completely different temperature than container glass. Mixing them in your recycling bin ruins entire batches of viable glass.
Keep Plastic Bags Out of the Toter
Plastic grocery bags, garbage bags, and shrink wrap are strictly prohibited in the recycling toter. These flexible films wrap around the gears at the Waste Management sorting facility, causing severe equipment jams.
No Unnumbered Plastics
Check the recycling triangle on your plastic items. Lombard's program only accepts plastics labeled #1 through #5. Plastics labeled #7, or those with no number at all, are considered trash and must go in your refuse toter.
Seasonal Information
Spring/Fall
April - DecemberThe standard yard waste and compost collection program operates from the first full week of April through the second full week of December.
Fall
November - DecemberThe Village offers a free six-week fall leaf collection program. Leaves must be placed in biodegradable paper bags (no cans) and do not require a yard waste sticker during this period.
Winter
JanuaryWaste Management collects live holiday trees for free during the first two weeks of January. Trees must be completely bare (no ornaments, tinsel, or plastic tree disposal bags).
About Lombard Waste Management
Navigating Lombard's Tiered Refuse & Sticker System
The Village of Lombard partners with Waste Management to provide a volume-based waste collection system. Residents can choose between 35-, 64-, or 96-gallon refuse toters, allowing households to select a monthly rate that matches their waste output. If your garbage ever exceeds the capacity of your designated toter, you must utilize the Village's sticker program. Each extra bag or can requires a $1.93 green refuse sticker, which can be purchased at local retailers like Ace Hardware and Jewel-Osco.
The 'At Your Door' Hazardous Waste Program
Lombard provides an incredible environmental perk for its residents: a free home collection service for Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and electronics. Under the Village contract, Waste Management offers 360 no-cost pickups annually across the community (scheduling resets every April 1st). By visiting wmatyourdoor.com or calling 800-449-7587, residents can safely dispose of items like old televisions, motor oil, household batteries, and liquid paint without leaving their driveway.
Yard Waste Stickers vs. The Compost Toter
Unlike some neighboring municipalities, Lombard requires a $3.14 yellow yard waste sticker for EVERY bundle of brush, 45-gallon personal can, and kraft paper bag placed at the curb. For homeowners with significant landscaping needs or those who wish to compost food scraps, Waste Management offers an annual Subscription Compost Program. For a flat yearly fee, residents receive a dedicated 64-gallon gray toter for organic waste, eliminating the need to purchase individual yard waste stickers.
Free Fall Leaf Collection and Christmas Tree Recycling
To help residents manage heavy autumn foliage, the Village of Lombard hosts a free six-week leaf collection program from early November through mid-December. During this specific window, unlimited leaves can be placed in biodegradable paper bags without a yard waste sticker (rigid cans are not permitted for this free service). Additionally, during the first two weeks of January, Waste Management provides free curbside collection for bare, unbagged live Christmas trees.
Proper Disposal of Bulk Items, Mattresses, and Appliances
For large household items under 100 pounds—such as small sofas, chairs, or mattresses (which must be securely wrapped in plastic)—residents must attach one refuse sticker for every 50 pounds. If a bulk item exceeds 100 pounds, residents must call Waste Management in advance to schedule a special pickup for a $20 fee. Large appliances (white goods) like refrigerators, washing machines, and water heaters require a $40 scheduled pickup fee.
Drop-off Facilities
Naperville Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Facility
156 Fort Hill Drive, Naperville, IL 60540
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a sticker for bundled brush in Lombard?
Yes. Every single bundle of brush placed at the curb requires one $3.14 yard waste sticker. Bundles must be tied with non-plastic twine, be no longer than 6 feet, no wider than 18 inches, and weigh less than 50 pounds.
How do I throw away a mattress in Lombard?
First, you must wrap the mattress and box spring in plastic disposal bags to protect workers from bedbugs. Then, attach one $1.93 refuse sticker for every 50 pounds of weight (typically two stickers for a standard mattress) and place it at the curb on your normal collection day.
How do I dispose of old TVs and electronics?
You can utilize Waste Management's 'At Your Door Special Collection' service. The Village provides 360 free home pickups annually on a first-come, first-served basis starting April 1st. You can schedule a pickup by calling 800-449-7587 or visiting wmatyourdoor.com.
What are the rules for putting garbage cans out?
Toters and stickered bags must be placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. However, Village ordinance prohibits placing them on the parkway more than 12 hours prior to collection, and empty containers must be removed within 12 hours after pickup.