Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Asheboro
North Carolina residential routes run Monday through Friday. Please refer to your city or county zoning map for your specific curbside collection day.
State Mandate
NC DEQ strictly bans aluminum cans, plastic bottles, and electronics from landfill disposal.
Green Bin (Trash)
All trash must be securely bagged before being placed in the green cart to prevent littering. Keep the cart at least 3 feet away from mailboxes and vehicles.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food wrappers
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Bagged household waste
Brown Bin (Recycling)
Items must be placed loosely in the brown cart. Do not bag recyclables, and ensure all containers are rinsed, clean, and dry.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard
- ✓Paper and magazines
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic shopping bags
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Glass bottles (check current local drop-off rules)
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Tanglers like hoses or cords
Yard Waste Bin
Keep yard waste completely separate from bulk household items and household trash. Limbs and brush should be placed near the curb for the knuckleboom trucks to safely access.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Brush
- ✓Tree limbs
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
By request / Route scheduling
Placement
Place items parallel to the street on the curb. Do not place bulk waste under low tree branches, near utility poles, or blocking fire hydrants.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Large appliances (white goods)
- ✓ Heavy brush and large yard debris
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals
- ✕ Treated or painted wood
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Liquid paint
Routine residential bulk collection is typically included in city services, but excessive amounts, construction cleanouts, or specific unapproved items may require a private hauler or incur additional municipal fees.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When a recognized holiday falls on a weekday, curbside collection for that day is typically delayed by one day, pushing the remaining week's schedule back by a day. Downtown commercial routes may maintain a different holiday schedule.
Yard Waste Exception
Bulk and yard waste collection routes may experience significant delays during holiday weeks as personnel are reallocated to manage the altered household trash schedule.
Because the regional landfill closes on major holidays, City of Asheboro sanitation crews cannot complete their regular offloading, necessitating these schedule shifts.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Ditch the Plastic Bags
Never place your recyclables inside plastic grocery bags in your brown cart. Plastic bags wrap around the sorting gears at the recycling facility, causing severe delays and equipment damage.
Keep It Clean and Dry
A half-full soda can or unrinsed peanut butter jar can ruin an entire batch of clean paper and cardboard. Always give your bottles and containers a quick rinse and shake before tossing them in.
Separate Your Piles
When putting items out for bulk collection, never mix yard waste (like branches) with household bulk items (like an old chair). The city uses different trucks and disposal methods for these materials.
Seasonal Information
Fall
October to DecemberDuring peak leaf season in Randolph County, Asheboro public works crews experience high volumes of yard waste. Rake leaves to the curb edge, but do not block storm drains or the street.
Summer
July to SeptemberSevere summer thunderstorms can bring down limbs and branches. When placing storm debris at the curb, ensure it is clear of low-hanging power lines so the knuckleboom trucks can safely remove it.
Spring
March to MaySpring cleaning often leads to an influx of bulk pickup requests. Submit your requests early through the city's system and ensure items like old appliances or mattresses are placed safely out of pedestrian pathways.
About Asheboro Waste Management
Asheboro's Tech-Forward Waste Management Approach
Located in the heart of North Carolina, the City of Asheboro has integrated advanced GIS mapping and mobile applications to streamline its municipal solid waste services. This system allows public works drivers to optimize routes for household garbage and bulk pickup, reducing fuel consumption and ensuring that Randolph County neighborhoods stay clean and clutter-free.
Navigating Your Curbside Cart Colors
Unlike some neighboring municipalities, Asheboro utilizes a specific color-coding system for its roll-out carts: green carts are designated for household trash, while brown carts are specifically for recycling. To guarantee uninterrupted service, residents must place their respective carts at the curb by 7:00 AM on their scheduled collection day, ensuring the lid opens toward the street.
Streamlined Bulk and Brush Collection
Asheboro takes a highly efficient approach to bulky waste and yard debris. The city utilizes specialized knuckleboom trucks directed by real-time mobile reporting. When residents submit a bulk pickup request for large appliances, furniture, or heavy brush, the trucks are routed directly to the location. It is crucial to keep yard waste separated from household junk to allow for proper processing and billing.
Randolph County Disposal Alternatives
For hazardous materials, construction debris, or excess waste that exceeds curbside limits, Asheboro residents can utilize the Randolph County Public Works facilities and local transfer stations. Utilizing these localized drop-off points ensures that toxic materials and heavy construction waste do not end up in the municipal stream, protecting the local environment.
Drop-off Facilities
Randolph County Public Works / Solid Waste Facility
725 McDowell Road, Asheboro, NC 27205
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I request a bulk item pickup in Asheboro, NC?
Residents should contact the Asheboro Public Works department to submit a bulk pickup request. The city uses advanced mobile tracking to log the request and dispatch a knuckleboom truck directly to your curbside.
What colors are the trash and recycling bins in Asheboro?
In Asheboro, the city provides green roll-out carts for standard household garbage and brown carts for single-stream recyclables.
Does the city of Asheboro collect large branches and yard waste?
Yes, Asheboro collects yard waste. You must keep yard debris like branches and leaves completely separate from other bulk trash like furniture, as they are collected by different trucks and taken to different facilities.
What happens to my trash pickup if there is a holiday?
If your scheduled collection day falls on or after a major holiday (like Thanksgiving or Labor Day), your pickup will generally be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.