Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for New Lenox
Trash Day
Trash is collected weekly on either Thursday or Friday, depending on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
Recycling is collected every other week on your scheduled collection day (Thursday or Friday).
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
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential waste and recycling services are serviced and billed directly on a quarterly basis by Homewood Disposal, while water and sewer utilities are billed monthly by the Village.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, Drop Box, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
A senior discount on sewer utility rates is available for homeowners aged 65 and older through the Village.
Green (35, 65, or 95-gallon) Bin (Trash)
Carts must be placed at the curb by 6:00 AM on collection day. Any garbage outside the cart must be bagged and have a RED Village of New Lenox extra refuse sticker attached.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Soiled paper
Brown (65 or 95-gallon) Bin (Recycling)
Collection is every other week. All recyclables must be placed loose in the brown cart. Do not bag recyclables. Items must be clean and dry.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastic bottles and containers
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Cardboard (flattened)
- ✓Paper and magazines
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags or film
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
Active April 1 - November 30. Use 33-gallon brown paper bags with a green Homewood Disposal yard waste sticker, or a rented blue 95-gallon yard waste cart. Branches must be cut to 3-4 feet and bundled, with a sticker attached.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Garden debris
- ✓Small twigs and branches
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly
Placement
Place the single bulk item at the curb next to your green trash cart on your regular collection day. Any additional bulk items require RED extra refuse stickers.
Accepted
- ✓ Sofas and chairs
- ✓ Mattresses (must be wrapped in plastic)
- ✓ Box springs
- ✓ Small cabinetry
Not Accepted
- ✕ Electronics (TVs, computers)
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Large amounts of construction debris
- ✕ Railroad ties
If you have more than one bulk item in a single week, you must purchase and attach RED extra refuse stickers to the additional items to ensure they are hauled away.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday, all collections for the remainder of that week will be delayed by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
During the active season (April-November), yard waste collection follows the exact same holiday delay schedule as garbage and recycling.
If the holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there is no change to the collection schedule during the week.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring & Autumn
Spring (Dates Vary) and October - NovemberThe Village operates a specialized leaf vacuum truck. Rake your leaves onto the parkway (about 12 inches behind the curb) and never into the street, as leaves in the street clog storm drains and cause localized flooding.
Summer
April - OctoberThe Village Public Works offers a call-ahead branch pickup program on Tuesdays. You must call 815-215-4800 to be placed on the schedule. Do not mix construction materials or roots with your branches.
Winter
December - MarchDuring the winter off-season, you can use your blue 95-gallon yard waste cart for extra household garbage, but you MUST attach three (3) RED extra refuse stickers to the cart for it to be collected.
Local Tips & Community Info
Your Guide to NuWay Disposal Services
To provide exceptional neighborhood sanitation, the Village of New Lenox has secured a long-term agreement with NuWay Disposal, a division of Homewood Disposal Service. This local partnership ensures that every single-family household receives dependable, weekly collection for household garbage and recyclable materials. By adhering to the community's designated guidelines, residents help prevent litter and ensure the municipal fleet can operate safely through local streets.
Proper Cart Positioning and Collection Times
NuWay drivers hit the local routes early to avoid heavy traffic, meaning all refuse and recycling totes must be wheeled to the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your specific collection morning. When placing your bins, ensure they sit on the driveway apron rather than in the street to prevent blocking snowplows or street sweepers. The carts must face forward, with the handles pointed toward your house, and require a minimum of three feet of clearance on all sides so the truck's mechanical arm can securely grab them without knocking over adjacent containers.
Disposing of Couches and Large Items
Upgrading your living room furniture doesn't have to be a hassle. Under the current municipal agreement, New Lenox residents are permitted to discard one large bulk item every single week at no additional charge. Acceptable bulk items include mattresses, box springs, small sofas, and wooden dressers. However, if you are looking to get rid of major household appliances like an old refrigerator or a broken washing machine, you cannot simply leave them on the curb. These white goods require you to call NuWay Disposal at 708-798-1004 in advance to coordinate a specialized pickup.
Navigating the Yard Waste Season
Grass clippings, fallen branches, and leaves are strictly prohibited from entering your standard trash tote. The Village's dedicated landscape waste collection program kicks off annually on April 1st and concludes during the first week of December. Residents must use biodegradable kraft paper bags to dispose of organic yard debris. Alternatively, if you manage a large property and generate significant seasonal waste, you can contact Homewood Disposal to rent a dedicated 95-gallon yard waste cart for an annual subscription fee.
Electronic Waste Restrictions
Illinois state legislation makes it a violation to throw electronic devices into a traditional landfill. Therefore, NuWay will not collect televisions, desktop computers, or old printers left out with your weekly garbage. To safely recycle these hazardous materials, residents should look for special Will County e-waste drop-off events or utilize authorized electronic recycling facilities located throughout the surrounding region.
Drop-off Facilities
New Lenox Township Traditional Recycling Center
1100 S. Cedar Road, New Lenox, IL 60451
Materials Accepted
Will County Electronics Drop-off (at Township Office)
1100 S. Cedar Road, New Lenox, IL 60451
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Which company handles garbage pickup for New Lenox?
Residential waste and recycling collection in New Lenox is managed by NuWay Disposal, which is a branch of Homewood Disposal Service.
When does the yard waste collection season begin and end?
The landscape waste pickup program runs from April 1st through the first week of December each year.
Is there a limit on how many bulk items I can throw away?
Residents are allowed to place exactly one large bulk item, such as a piece of furniture or a mattress, at the curb each week for free.