Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for O'Fallon
Trash Day
Trash is collected once weekly, Monday through Friday, depending on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
Recycling is collected on your assigned weekly or bi-weekly collection day.
Yard Waste
Yard waste is collected weekly year-round on your regular service day (up to 12 bags/containers or tied bundles).
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash, recycling, and yard waste collection are provided by Waste Management under contract with the City of O'Fallon, while city water and sewer utilities are billed through the City of O'Fallon Utility Billing Department.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In-Person
WM Issued Cart (typically green or gray) Bin (Trash)
Place cart at the curb by 6:00 AM on your collection day with wheels against the curb. Keep it 3 feet away from obstacles. Do not overfill; the lid must close tightly.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Lightly used textiles (if not donated)
WM Issued Cart (typically green with yellow lid or blue) Bin (Recycling)
Place recyclables loosely in the cart. Do not bag recyclables in plastic bags. Ensure all containers are clean and dry.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean bottles and cans
- ✓Paper and newspaper
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Plastic and paper to-go cups
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Ceramic dishes and glassware
- ✕Foam cups and packing materials
- ✕Windows and mirrors
- ✕Juice pouches
Yard Waste Bin
Optional yard waste collection is offered by WM for a separate fee. Must be placed in paper yard waste bags or designated yard waste carts.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small branches
- ✓Garden debris
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
By request only
Placement
Once scheduled, place your bulky items at the curb at least 3 feet away from your standard WM carts, parked cars, or mailboxes by 6:00 AM.
Accepted
- ✓ Large household appliances
- ✓ Household furniture (sofas, bed frames)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Cabinets
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction waste
- ✕ Auto parts and tires
- ✕ Household hazardous waste (paint, oil)
- ✕ Electronic waste
Terms, fees, and conditions apply based on the item. You must schedule and pay for bulk pickups directly through your My WM account or by calling customer service.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a holiday falls on a weekday, collections for the rest of the week will be pushed back one day (e.g., Thursday service moves to Friday). If the holiday falls on a weekend, there are no delays.
Yard Waste Exception
Optional yard waste pickups follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard trash and recycling routes.
You can always verify your updated holiday schedule and setup alerts by logging into your My WM online profile.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - FebruaryDuring severe winter weather or snowstorms, ensure your WM carts are placed clearly on the curb and not buried in snowbanks. Delays due to weather will be communicated via the My WM portal.
Spring & Summer
March - OctoberGrass clippings and seasonal yard debris cannot be mixed into your regular trash cart due to state landfill bans. Residents should subscribe to WM's optional yard waste program or compost at home.
Winter
JanuaryIf you need to dispose of a natural Christmas tree, it is considered a bulk item. Ensure it is completely free of lights, ornaments, and tinsel, and schedule a bulk pickup through your WM account.
Local Tips & Community Info
Waste Management Weekly Collection Standards
O'Fallon residents receive dedicated weekly refuse collection through a municipal partnership with Waste Management (WM). To guarantee your household waste is picked up without issue, all items must be bagged and fully enclosed inside your provided 64-gallon or 96-gallon cart. The lid has to close completely flat against the rim. Overstuffed bins with materials spilling out will not be collected by the automated trucks, and you may face unexpected overage charges on your residential account for leaving loose debris on the parkway.
Strict 6:00 A.M. Curb Placement Rules
Getting your cart to the street on time is absolutely critical. WM drivers begin their neighborhood routes early, so your containers must be placed at the edge of the road no later than 6:00 a.m. on your specific service day. When positioning the cart, ensure the wheels are resting squarely against the curb and the lid opening is facing the street. It is also strictly required to leave a minimum of three feet of clearance around the bin, keeping it away from parked cars, mailboxes, and street signs so the truck's mechanical arm can operate safely.
Curbside Recycling Guidelines
The O'Fallon recycling program is designed to process standard, clean household materials. Acceptable items include flattened cardboard boxes, paper mailers, clean plastic bottles, and aluminum cans. Under no circumstances should you place construction debris, automotive parts, medical waste, or harsh household chemicals like wet paint into your recycling tote. Additionally, recyclables should remain loose in the cart—never bind them up in plastic grocery bags, as these films get aggressively tangled in the sorting facility's heavy machinery.
Bulk Pickup Requests and Large Junk
Sometimes, regular weekly service simply is not enough for major home cleanouts or furniture upgrades. If you have bulky items like an old sofa, a broken dining table, or a worn-out mattress, you cannot just drag them next to your trash cart and expect the driver to take them. Instead, O'Fallon residents must log into their 'My WM' digital account or contact the local WM customer support team directly to formally request and schedule a specialized bulk pickup truck.
Navigating Holiday Service Disruptions
During major national holidays, your normal pickup day might be slightly altered. If a recognized holiday falls on a standard weekday, all subsequent collections for the remainder of that week will be pushed back by exactly one day. For instance, a Thursday holiday pushes Thursday's route to Friday, and Friday's route to Saturday. However, if the holiday occurs on a weekend, there are zero delays, and the standard weekday schedule remains completely uninterrupted.
Drop-off Facilities
St. Clair County Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off
Check local St. Clair County Health Department resources for seasonal HHW events
Materials Accepted
Local E-Waste and Battery Recycling Centers
Verify exact St. Clair county participating hardware and electronic retail locations
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What time should my Waste Management carts be at the curb?
All carts must be placed at the street with the wheels backed against the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your designated collection morning.
What happens if my trash cart is overflowing?
The lid must close tightly. Overfilled bins or loose trash left outside the cart may be bypassed by the driver or subject to an additional WM overage fee.
Will a Sunday holiday change my pickup schedule?
No. Weekend holidays do not impact the collection calendar. Only recognized weekday holidays will delay the weekly schedule by one day.