Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Maywood
Trash Day
Collection runs Monday through Thursday across neighborhood service routes.
Recycling
Weekly on the same day as regular trash collection.
Yard Waste
Weekly on your scheduled trash day from the first full week in April through December.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential waste and recycling services are managed by LRS and bundled directly into your Village of Maywood municipal water and utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Phone, Mail, Drop Box, In Person
LRS Issued Cart (Typically Dark Gray/Black) Bin (Trash)
Place carts at the curb no later than 6:00 AM on your service day, or the night before. Lids must be fully closed on the cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Unlimited bagged overflow household waste
LRS Issued Cart (Typically Blue) Bin (Recycling)
Items must be placed loosely in the recycling cart. Do not bag recyclables. Empty and rinse all containers, leaving caps and tabs on.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard (flattened)
- ✓Paper, mail, and magazines
- ✓Food and drink cartons (milk/juice)
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (all colors)
- ✓Plastic tubs, jugs, and bottles
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags or film
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Window or auto glass
- ✕Light bulbs
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, wires)
Yard Waste Bin
Use brown kraft bags or personal cans (35-gallon or smaller) marked clearly with 'YW'. Limit weight to 50 lbs per container. Brush must be bundled with twine, not exceeding 4 feet in length or 18 inches in diameter.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Plant trimmings
- ✓Branches and twigs
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly (Up to 2 items per week)
Placement
Place items next to your LRS carts by 6:00 AM on service day. If the item weighs more than 50 lbs, you must call LRS customer service ahead of time so they can send the appropriate equipment.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches and chairs
- ✓ Desks and tables
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs (must be wrapped in plastic)
- ✓ White goods (appliances - by appointment only)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Hazardous waste and chemicals
- ✕ Automotive parts and tires
- ✕ Electronics and televisions
Up to two standard bulk items are free per week. Should you need a permanent additional waste or recycling cart, LRS charges a fee of $3 per month per extra cart.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday on or before your regular collection day, your trash, recycling, and yard waste service will be delayed by one day for that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste pickups adhere to the same holiday delay schedule during the active season (April through December).
Holidays falling on a weekend (Saturday or Sunday) typically do not disrupt the weekday collection schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring through Fall
April to DecemberYard waste collection is active from the first full week of April through the last week of December. During this extended season, place kraft bags or 'YW' labeled cans out on your normal pickup day.
Winter (Post-Holidays)
JanuaryLRS provides curbside Christmas tree collection for the first two weeks in January at no additional cost. Ensure all lights, tinsel, and ornaments are removed, and do not place the tree in a plastic disposal bag.
Year-Round
January to DecemberLRS offers a specialized online portal for Maywood residents to request pickups for Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and Electronic Waste (E-Waste) directly from their homes.
Local Tips & Community Info
Maywood Trash Pickup & LRS Waste Hauler Information
For residents of Maywood, Illinois, regular curbside waste collection is managed by LRS (Lakeshore Recycling Systems), the village's official residential waste hauler since April 2022. Every household is provided with a 95-gallon garbage cart. To ensure smooth service, make sure your bins are placed at the curb by 6:00 AM on your designated collection day. The village strongly recommends putting them out the night before. If you have extra household trash that does not fit in your main container, LRS allows you to place unlimited bagged waste next to it, provided each bag weighs under 50 pounds and is no larger than 35 gallons. Residents needing an extra permanent cart can rent one for a small monthly fee by calling LRS directly.
Residential Recycling Guidelines & Bin Rules
Recycling in Maywood is straightforward thanks to the provided 65-gallon recycling carts. Weekly recycling pickup happens on the exact same day as your standard trash collection. When sorting materials, always leave items loose in the cart. Never bag your recyclables, as plastic bags jam the local sorting facility machines. Acceptable items include clean cardboard (no greasy pizza boxes), aluminum cans, foil, glass bottles, and rigid plastic containers. Make sure all food and beverage containers are rinsed out before tossing them in. Keep items like paper towels, shredded paper, window glass, and electronics out of your blue bin to prevent contamination.
Bulk Waste, White Goods & Mattress Disposal
Disposing of large household items is highly convenient in the Village of Maywood. LRS allows residents to throw out up to two bulk items per week at no extra charge. These items, such as old furniture or large toys, will be picked up on your regular service day. However, if a single item weighs more than 50 pounds, you must call LRS customer support ahead of time so they can send the appropriate equipment. If you are throwing out a mattress, health regulations require it to be fully wrapped in plastic. You can obtain plastic mattress bags by contacting the Maywood Public Works Department. For major appliances like refrigerators or ovens, known as white goods, pickup is free but requires advance scheduling via phone or email with LRS.
Seasonal Yard Waste Collection
Maintaining your lawn through the changing Illinois seasons means generating plenty of yard debris. Maywood provides seasonal yard waste collection that typically runs from April 1st through the end of November. Grass clippings, leaves, and small branches should be placed in biodegradable kraft paper bags or clearly marked personal containers. Brush and branches must be bundled securely with biodegradable twine, keeping the bundles manageable for the sanitation crews to lift. Dirt, rocks, and whole tree trunks are strictly prohibited from the yard waste stream and will not be collected under any circumstances.
Holiday Schedule Delays for Trash Service
Throughout the year, there are six major holidays that impact the Maywood trash and recycling schedule: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. If your normal pickup day falls on or after one of these observed holidays, your service will be pushed back by one day for the remainder of that week. For example, if a holiday lands on a Monday, Monday routes are serviced on Tuesday, and Friday routes are serviced on Saturday. If a holiday falls on a Sunday, it is generally observed on the following Monday, shifting the entire week's schedule.
Drop-off Facilities
Naperville Household Hazardous Waste Facility
156 Fort Hill Dr, Naperville, IL 60540
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What time should I put out my trash and recycling bins in Maywood?
All waste and recycling carts must be placed at the curb by 6:00 AM on your scheduled service day. LRS recommends placing them out the night before to avoid missed pickups.
How do I dispose of a mattress in Maywood, IL?
Mattresses can be put out as one of your two weekly bulk items, but they must be completely sealed in a plastic cover. Plastic mattress bags can be requested directly from the Public Works Department.
Who do I call if my garbage wasn't picked up?
If you experience a missed pickup, you should contact LRS customer service directly at 844-NEED-LRS to report the issue and request a recovery collection.