Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Morrisville
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.
Town-issued GFL Cart Bin (Trash)
All garbage MUST be bagged before being placed in the cart. Carts must be at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on collection day. Garbage outside the cart will not be collected.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Styrofoam
- ✓Pet waste
- ✓Ceramics
95-Gallon Cart Bin (Recycling)
All items must be placed LOOSE inside the cart—no plastic bags. Paper must be kept dry, as wet paper is sent to the landfill. Ensure all containers are rinsed and flattened.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Paper and mail
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics
- ✕Household hazardous waste
- ✕Hoses and cords
- ✕Shredded paper
Yard Waste Bin
Collected twice a month on Wednesdays based on your trash route (either 1st/3rd or 2nd/4th Wednesdays). There is no yard waste collection on the 5th Wednesday of any given month.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Brush
- ✓Small tree limbs
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Biannually (Once in Fall, Once in Spring)
Placement
Place up to 5 bulk items curbside by 7:00 a.m. on your regular trash day during the designated biannual bulk week.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, desks, tables)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Grills (without propane tanks)
- ✓ Push lawnmowers (fluids drained)
- ✓ Scrap metal (cut under 4 feet)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition materials
- ✕ Electronics and TVs
- ✕ White goods (refrigerators, stoves)
- ✕ Household hazardous materials
- ✕ Tires and rims
The biannual service is free to residents receiving GFL service. Bulk items disposed of outside these two weeks must be hauled to a Wake County facility at the resident's expense.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
GFL Environmental observes Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Service will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the holiday week. All other holidays are serviced on your normal collection day.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste is strictly tied to a Wednesday schedule. The bi-monthly schedule adjusts alongside standard route shifts during a major holiday week.
Always check the Town of Morrisville website for specific date adjustments, especially if a holiday impacts a scheduled 1st/3rd or 2nd/4th Wednesday pickup.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Never Bag Your Recyclables
While your household garbage must be bagged, your recycling must always remain loose. Plastic bags jam the complex sorting machinery at the Sonoco recycling facility in Raleigh. Dump your clean recyclables directly into your recycling cart.
Keep Your Paper Dry
Morrisville specifically warns that wet paper cannot be processed and will be redirected to the landfill. Ensure your cart lid is fully closed during rainy days and empty all liquids from bottles before tossing them in.
Dispose of Fats, Oils, and Grease Properly
Never pour cooking oil or bacon grease down the drain or into your recycling bin. You can collect cooled oils in a screw-top container and drop them off 24/7 at the blue cabinet located at the Morrisville Public Works facility on Aviation Parkway.
Seasonal Information
Spring and Fall
April and OctoberMorrisville hosts a biannual 'Green Day' event each spring and fall. These events are the perfect opportunity for residents to safely shred sensitive documents, recycle old electronics, and drop off household batteries and textiles.
Winter
December to FebruaryIf a winter storm hits and streets need to be plowed, Morrisville Public Works requires you to pull your trash and recycling carts back from the street. Carts left in the roadway are at high risk of being damaged by snowplows.
Summer/Fall
June and OctoberDuring the bi-annual bulk pickup weeks, ensure your bulk items are placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled trash day. Remember, you are limited to a strict maximum of five bulk items, and each must weigh under 100 pounds.
About Morrisville Waste Management
Automated Collection with GFL Environmental
The Town of Morrisville utilizes GFL Environmental for its weekly curbside garbage and recycling services. Residents must use the provided 95-gallon rollout carts, placing them at the curb by 7:00 a.m. with the wheels facing the sidewalk and the lid opening toward the street. It is a strict town policy that all household garbage must be bagged inside the cart; GFL will not collect any loose trash or extra bags left on the ground beside the bin.
Understanding Wednesday Yard Waste Schedules
Unlike standard garbage, yard waste in Morrisville is picked up on Wednesdays, but the frequency depends on your normal trash route. If your garbage is collected on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday, your yard waste will be picked up on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. If your route falls on Thursday or Friday, yard waste is collected on the first and third Wednesdays. Be aware that during months with five weeks, the town suspends yard waste collection on that fifth Wednesday.
Biannual Bulk Item Disposal Week
Morrisville does not offer on-demand, year-round curbside bulk pickup. Instead, the town schedules two designated bulk collection weeks annually—once in the spring and once in the fall. During these specific weeks, eligible residents can place up to five approved bulky items (each weighing under 100 pounds) at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on their regular collection day. Items such as couches, mattresses, and drained push mowers are accepted, while electronics and construction debris are prohibited.
The Quarterly White Goods Collection Program
For large appliances like refrigerators, washers, and water heaters, Morrisville Public Works operates a separate, quarterly White Goods Collection program. These pickups occur once every season (Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter) and require residents to pre-register online or by phone. Registration closes at 5:00 p.m. on the Monday of the pickup week. Note that microwaves are excluded from this service and should be taken to the South Wake Landfill or a town drop-off event.
Innovative Green Days and Community Composting
To divert specialty waste from the landfill, Morrisville hosts biannual 'Green Day' events where residents can safely dispose of electronics, shred sensitive documents, and drop off batteries and textiles. Additionally, the town champions sustainability through a Food Waste Pilot program, featuring 24/7 access-controlled compost bins at locations like Morrisville Community Park. Residents simply use the CompostHere mobile app to unlock the bins and drop off their food scraps.
Drop-off Facilities
South Wake Landfill
6130 Old Smithfield Road, Apex, NC 27539
Materials Accepted
Wake County Convenience Center - Site 2
6120 Old Smithfield Road, Apex, NC 27539
Materials Accepted
Morrisville Public Works Facility (FOG Drop-off)
414 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I throw away an old refrigerator or washer in Morrisville?
You must register for the quarterly White Goods Collection managed by Morrisville Public Works. Registration is required by 5:00 p.m. on the Monday of the designated pick-up week. Note that microwaves are not accepted in this program.
When will my yard waste be picked up?
Yard waste is collected on Wednesdays. If your regular trash day is Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday, yard waste is collected on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays. If your trash day is Thursday or Friday, it is collected on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. There is never any collection on a 5th Wednesday.
Can I leave extra trash bags next to my GFL cart?
No. All garbage must be bagged and fit completely inside the Town-issued 95-gallon GFL cart. GFL Environmental will not collect any garbage left outside or on top of the cart.
How do I dispose of bulk items like couches outside the biannual pick-up week?
Because the Town only provides free curbside bulk pick-up twice a year (typically in June and October), you must take any large items to a Wake County Convenience Center, such as the facility in Apex, on your own schedule.