Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Mooresville
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.
Standard Town Roll-Out Cart Bin (Trash)
All garbage must be securely tied in plastic bags before being placed in the roll-out cart. Place the cart at the curb with at least 3 feet of clearance from obstacles.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (since they are banned from recycling)
- ✓Styrofoam and plastic wrap
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
Blue (96-gallon) Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be placed loosely in the blue cart—never bag them. Rinse all cans and bottles prior to disposal. Serviced bi-weekly on your normal trash day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics #1 and #2
- ✓Aluminum and metal food cans
- ✓Flattened cardboard boxes
- ✓Cereal and food boxes
- ✓Milk and juice cartons
- ✓Mixed paper, newspapers, and junk mail
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass bottles and jars
- ✕Plastic bags, film, and wrap
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Clothing and fabrics
- ✕Audio/video tapes, CDs
- ✕Household glassware and light bulbs
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
Leaves and grass must be placed LOOSE at the curb (do not bag them). Limbs must be stacked in one direction and kept separate from loose leaves. Collected the day after regular trash day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Small limbs (under 4 feet long and 4 inches thick)
- ✓Shrub trimmings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly (on your standard trash collection day)
Placement
Items must be placed at the curb, keeping a strict three-foot clearance from trash carts, mailboxes, and away from overhead wires or trees.
Accepted
- ✓ Appliances (doors removed or secured, empty)
- ✓ Disassembled furniture
- ✓ Mattresses and bed frames
- ✓ Patio furniture
- ✓ Lawnmowers (gas and battery removed)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Electronics (TVs, computers, printers)
- ✕ Cardboard boxes (must be broken down for recycling)
- ✕ Concrete, bricks, and dirt
- ✕ Tires and auto parts
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
Bulk waste is collected weekly at no extra charge. However, items not accepted (like electronics) must be hauled to the Iredell County Transfer Station.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a major holiday falls on a weekday, garbage and recycling services are generally delayed by one day for the remainder of the week.
Yard Waste Exception
Because yard waste is normally collected the day after your regular trash day, its collection will also be pushed back correspondingly during holiday weeks.
Minor holidays such as Good Friday and Juneteenth typically do not cause service delays. Always consult the interactive holiday schedule on the town's website.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Glass Out of the Blue Bin
The Town of Mooresville does not accept glass of any kind in the curbside recycling program. Glass bottles and jars should be safely wrapped and placed in your regular household garbage cart.
Do Not Bag Your Yard Debris
Unlike neighboring cities, Mooresville specifically requests that residents never bag their leaves or grass clippings. They must be piled loosely at the curb for automated or vacuum collection.
Flatten and Size Your Cardboard
Cardboard boxes must be completely flattened before being placed in the blue recycling cart. Non-flattened boxes left outside the cart will likely be treated as regular household garbage.
Seasonal Information
Peak Fall
November to JanuaryDuring peak leaf-falling season, high volumes of loose leaves placed at the curb may cause minor delays in the next-day yard waste collection routes.
Spring and Summer
March to AugustFrequent severe weather or heavy lawn maintenance can generate excess storm debris. Ensure all limbs are cut to 4 feet or less and separated from grass clippings to ensure swift pickup.
Post-Holiday
JanuaryLive Christmas trees are typically collected with yard waste. Ensure all lights, ornaments, and stands are completely removed before placing the tree loosely at the curb.
About Mooresville Waste Management
Automated Curbside Services in Mooresville
The Town of Mooresville Sanitation Department provides comprehensive solid waste management for its residents, utilizing automated trucks for efficiency and safety. Each eligible household is issued a standard roll-out container for household garbage. To keep neighborhoods clean and deter pests, the town strictly requires that all regular household trash be tied securely in appropriate plastic bags before it is placed into the roll-out cart. Carts should be placed at the curb with a three-foot clearance from mailboxes, cars, and other bins.
Bi-Weekly Recycling in the Blue Cart
Mooresville encourages waste diversion through its bi-weekly curbside recycling program. Registered residents receive a 96-gallon blue roll-out cart, which is serviced every other week on the same day as your regular trash pickup. It is critical to note that while plastics #1 and #2, metal cans, and mixed paper are highly encouraged, glass bottles and jars are expressly prohibited from Mooresville's curbside blue bins. Glass must be placed in your regular garbage or taken to a specialized drop-off site.
Unique Rules for Loose Yard Waste
Maintaining Mooresville's landscapes comes with highly specific, yet convenient, yard waste disposal rules. Collection occurs weekly on the day immediately following your regular garbage pickup. Unlike many municipalities that require bagging, Mooresville residents must place leaves and grass clippings completely loose at the curb—they should never be bagged. Limbs must be under four feet long and four inches thick, and stacked uniformly in one direction, entirely separate from the loose grass and leaf piles.
Free Weekly Bulk Pick-Up Without Scheduling
Disposing of large items like old couches, mattresses, or broken appliances is exceptionally easy in Mooresville. The town provides bulky waste pickup every week on your regular trash day at no additional charge, and there is no need to call ahead or submit a schedule request. Simply place the approved bulky items at least three feet from your roll-out container. A separate town bulk truck will route through the neighborhood, which means it may take between three to five business days for the items to be successfully collected.
Utilizing the Iredell County Transfer Station
For items that the town's curbside bulk trucks cannot legally or safely collect—such as televisions, computers, printers, tires, and heavy construction debris—residents have access to the Iredell County Transfer Station located at 158 Macleod Drive in Mooresville. Ensure you bring proof of your Iredell County residency. This facility provides an essential safety net for disposing of household hazardous wastes, excess tires, and remodeling debris that exceeds town limits.
Drop-off Facilities
Iredell County Transfer Station
158 Macleod Dr, Mooresville, NC 28117
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I schedule a bulk trash pickup in Mooresville?
You do not need to schedule a pickup. The Town of Mooresville provides free weekly bulky waste collection. Simply place your items at the curb on your regular trash day, and a separate bulk truck will collect them within 3 to 5 business days.
Can I put glass in my blue recycling cart?
No, the Town of Mooresville does not accept glass bottles or jars in the curbside recycling program. You must place glass in your regular green household garbage cart.
Are plastic bags required for yard waste?
No, in fact, they are prohibited. Mooresville requires residents to place leaves and grass clippings entirely loose at the curb. Do not bag your yard debris.
Where can I safely dispose of an old television or computer?
Electronics, including TVs and computers, are banned from curbside bulk pickup. Residents must take these items directly to the Iredell County Transfer Station located at 158 Macleod Dr in Mooresville.