Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Goldsboro
Trash Day
Curbside collection routes run Monday through Friday depending on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
Collected on your assigned collection day according to your designated route schedule.
Yard Waste
Curbside pickup runs throughout the work week according to city maintenance routes.
Set Out Time
Curbside the night before your scheduled collection day or by 6:00 AM
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash and recycling fees are bundled directly into your monthly municipal water and sewer utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (ACH Bank Draft), Phone, Mail, and In Person
Green (or Town-issued Rollout Cart) Bin (Trash)
All household trash must be securely bagged before being placed in the rollout cart to prevent littering. Carts must be placed at the curb with the lid opening facing the street.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Standard household refuse
Blue or Tan (Town-issued Rollout Cart) Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables must be placed loose in the cart. Do not bag recyclables. All cardboard boxes must be broken down to ensure the cart lid closes completely.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Paper and junk mail
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Glass (varies by private contract route)
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses)
Yard Waste Bin
Use biodegradable paper yard bags or an unlined reusable container. No plastic bags are allowed. Branches must be cut to 4 feet in length and bundled securely.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small branches and twigs
- ✓Hedge trimmings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Scheduled Route Days
Placement
Place items at the curb by 6:00 a.m. Ensure there is a 3-foot clearance around the bulk pile so the collection trucks can safely operate their mechanical arms.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Large bulky household items
Not Accepted
- ✕ White goods (refrigerators, washers, freezers)
- ✕ Televisions and electronics
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Tires
Extremely large cleanouts or construction debris piles are not covered under standard municipal fees and must be hauled to the Wayne County Landfill by the homeowner or a private contractor.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Most US cities (including Goldsboro) shift trash and recycling pickup one weekday later for the rest of the week following a federal holiday. If a holiday falls on a weekend, schedules typically remain unchanged.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and bulk collections will also be delayed by one day during holiday weeks.
Download the Goldsboro 311 app to receive automatic push notifications regarding specific holiday route changes for your address.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Fall
October to DecemberDuring peak leaf-falling season, keep all leaf piles away from storm drains and parked cars. Always use paper leaf bags rather than plastic to ensure pickup by the yard waste crews.
Summer
June to AugustDue to high temperatures and humidity in eastern North Carolina, it's highly recommended to double-bag food waste to reduce odors and prevent maggots in your rollout cart.
Hurricane Season
August to OctoberIf a severe tropical storm or hurricane is projected to impact Wayne County, secure your trash and recycling carts indoors or tie them down to prevent them from becoming dangerous projectiles.
Local Tips & Community Info
Overview of Goldsboro Residential Trash Collection
The City of Goldsboro Solid Waste Management Department is dedicated to keeping neighborhoods clean by providing reliable weekly curbside garbage collection. Each household is issued a standard city roll-out cart for normal domestic refuse. The city is divided into specific refuse routes, which run Monday through Friday. To ensure your household waste is successfully collected, it is crucial to bag all garbage before placing it into the container. Loose trash can blow away during the automated dumping process, creating litter on your street. If you ever need to verify your specific collection day, the city provides an interactive ArcGIS route map accessible via the official municipal website.
Roll-Out Cart Rules and Proper Curb Placement
To guarantee smooth operations for the sanitation drivers, residents must adhere to specific cart placement regulations. Your roll-out bin should be positioned at the curb no later than 7:00 a.m. on your assigned pickup morning. The handles and wheels must face your home, with the lid opening toward the street. Please maintain a minimum clearance of three to four feet between the cart and any other objects, such as parked cars, mailboxes, utility poles, or secondary bins. Once the collection truck has emptied your cart, city ordinances require that you return the container to the side or rear of your property by the end of the day.
Recycling Guidelines and Yard Waste Management
Participating in local recycling efforts helps divert substantial materials from Wayne County landfills. Goldsboro supports regional sustainability by encouraging residents to utilize local drop-off centers for recyclables like clean cardboard, aluminum cans, and plastic jugs. For yard maintenance, the city offers specialized collection for leaves, limbs, and brush. Yard debris must be piled neatly behind the curb, completely separate from household trash or bulky items. Tree limbs should be cut to manageable lengths, generally not exceeding four feet, and placed parallel to the street to facilitate safe loading by the public works crews.
Bulk Furniture Disposal and Holiday Schedule Shifts
Disposing of large, bulky items such as old furniture, mattresses, or broken appliances requires a little extra planning. Goldsboro residents can place acceptable bulk items at the curbside, ensuring they do not block sidewalks or drainage ditches. However, hazardous materials, wet paint, and construction debris are strictly prohibited and must be hauled to an appropriate commercial facility. Additionally, it is important to stay aware of schedule changes during federal holidays. When a recognized holiday occurs, refuse collection typically shifts one day forward for the remainder of the week. The city will routinely post updated holiday service alerts online to keep the community informed.
Drop-off Facilities
Wayne County Solid Waste Landfill
460 B S Landfill Road, Dudley, NC 28333
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does my trash bin need to be out in Goldsboro?
Residents should place their roll-out trash cart at the curbside no later than 7:00 a.m. on their designated collection day to ensure it is not missed by the early morning routing.
How do I get rid of construction materials or hazardous waste?
The city does not collect construction debris, hazardous chemicals, or electronic waste at the curb. These items must be taken directly to a designated Wayne County solid waste facility for safe disposal.
Does my collection day change during a holiday week?
Yes, during major federal holidays, Goldsboro's sanitation routes typically operate on a one-day delay for the rest of that week. Normal schedules resume the following Monday.