Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Waxhaw
Trash Day
Trash is collected once weekly, Monday through Friday, depending on your neighborhood route.
Recycling
Recycling is collected bi-weekly (every other week on an alternating Week A or Week B schedule) on your regular collection day.
Yard Waste
Yard waste is collected once weekly on the same day as your regular trash pickup.
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential curbside trash, recycling, and yard waste services are contracted through Waste Pro and billed annually through your property taxes rather than a monthly utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Included in Property Taxes
Accepted Methods
Property Tax Bill, Online, Mail, In-Person
Green or Blue with 'RCS' or Green with Blue Lid ('Waste Pro') Bin (Trash)
Trash carts must be placed at the curb before 7:00 AM on collection day. Ensure the cart faces the street (arrow on the lid pointing toward the road) and is kept well away from mailboxes, parked vehicles, and the recycling cart to accommodate the automated lifting arm.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste and wrappers
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Standard packaging materials
Beige with 'RCS' or Blue with Green Lid ('Waste Pro') Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be placed loosely in the recycling cart. Do not bag your recyclables. The recycling cart is serviced every other week (Week A or Week B) depending on your street.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Mixed paper and mail
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and films
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food-soiled cardboard (pizza boxes)
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires)
Yard Waste Bin
Place yard waste in paper bags or reusable containers under 30 gallons (max 25 lbs per container). Limit of 15 bags per week. Up to three bundled and tied limb bundles are permitted. No plastic bags, stumps, root balls, or contractor-cut debris.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves (outside of vacuum season)
- ✓Tree limbs (cut to 3 feet, max 4-inch diameter)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
By request (fees vary based on item type)
Placement
Do not place bulk items at the curb without an appointment. Call 980-296-1126 for Waste Pro items, or 704-843-7439 for town-collected appliances.
Accepted
- ✓ White goods and appliances (Schedule with Town: Free)
- ✓ Grills (Schedule with Town: Free)
- ✓ Mattresses, box springs, and furniture (Schedule with Waste Pro: Fee applies)
- ✓ Televisions and general household items (Schedule with Waste Pro: Fee applies)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Building and renovation materials (lumber, tile, carpeting, doors)
- ✕ Pianos
- ✕ Motors, batteries, car parts, and tires
- ✕ Oil, paint, and hazardous chemicals
Waxhaw Public Services collects appliances and grills at no cost. Waste Pro charges a fee for all other bulk items; residents must contact them directly for current pricing and payment.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Waste Pro observes major national holidays. If a recognized holiday falls on or before your scheduled collection day, your trash and recycling pickup will typically be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
During the winter Leaf Vacuuming season, extreme weather or holidays can temporarily pause the vacuum trucks, as they operate on a rolling municipal schedule rather than a strict weekly route.
Residents are encouraged to check the Waxhaw Public Services webpage or the downloadable PDF calendar for specific holiday schedule modifications each year.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
November to JanuaryThe Town of Waxhaw operates a specialized Leaf Vacuuming program during these months. Instead of bagging leaves, you can rake them to the edge of the street (keeping them out of ditches and storm drains). The crews rotate through neighborhoods over several weeks.
Spring
MarchStarting in late March, Waxhaw Public Services offers free compost to residents, made from the leaves collected during the winter vacuuming season. You must call 704-843-7439 to schedule a 15-minute pickup appointment on Fridays and bring your own containers.
Summer
June to AugustDuring peak landscaping season, remember that the town will not collect tree limbs or yard debris generated by hired, fee-charging contractors. Your landscaping company is legally responsible for hauling away the waste they generate.
Local Tips & Community Info
Standard Weekly Trash Collection with Waste Pro
Residents living within the Town of Waxhaw receive their curbside garbage collection through a municipal contract with Waste Pro. Unlike many neighboring municipalities, Waxhaw homeowners do not pay a separate monthly utility fee for sanitation; instead, the cost is conveniently included in your annual property tax bill. On your designated collection day, be sure to place your trash cart at the edge of the street early in the morning. Waste Pro utilizes automated side-loading trucks, which means your bins must be positioned with the arrows facing the roadway. Make sure to leave ample space between your garbage cart, recycling bin, mailboxes, and any parked vehicles so the mechanical arm can safely operate.
Bi-Weekly A/B Recycling Schedule
Recycling in Waxhaw is collected every other week based on an alternating A and B schedule. To find out which week your neighborhood falls under, you can download the official town calendar from the Waxhaw website. When preparing your recyclables, it is vital to keep all materials loose in the cart. Never bag your glass bottles, metal cans, cardboard, or plastic jugs, as plastic bags jam the sorting equipment at the recycling plant. Additionally, ensure that your recycling container is clearly separated from your regular trash cart at the curb to avoid accidental mix-ups by the drivers.
Yard Debris and Free Local Compost
Managing your lawn clippings and branches is simple, as yard waste is picked up on the same day as your household garbage. Waxhaw has specific rules for yard debris: residents must use paper yard bags or small reusable containers no larger than 30 gallons. Plastic bags are strictly prohibited. Each bag must weigh 25 pounds or less, and households are limited to 15 bags per week. If you have tree limbs, they must be cut to a maximum of three feet in length, be under four inches in diameter, and be securely bundled. As an added bonus, the town offers free loose compost to residents every Friday morning at the Public Services facility on Kensington Drive by appointment only.
Scheduling a Bulk Item Pickup
When it is time to throw away old furniture, mattresses, or large appliances, you cannot simply leave them by the street. Waxhaw requires all residents to schedule a bulk pickup in advance by calling Waste Pro directly at 980-296-1126. Only the exact items you mention during your phone call will be collected. Be aware that construction materials, tires, car batteries, liquid paint, and pianos are strictly excluded from curbside bulk collection. Placing unapproved items at the curb without an appointment can result in an unsightly neighborhood and potential code enforcement citations.
Holiday Adjustments and Customer Support
Throughout the year, major holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day will temporarily alter the standard collection routine. Typically, if your normal pickup day lands on or after a major holiday, your service will be delayed by exactly one day for the remainder of that week. If your bins are ever skipped on a regular service day, you can contact Waste Pro or reach out to the Waxhaw Public Services department. Quick communication ensures that a route manager is notified and a driver can return to service your home promptly.
Drop-off Facilities
Union County Solid Waste Management / Landfill
2125 Austin Chaney Rd, Wingate, NC 28174
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a monthly bill for trash pickup in Waxhaw?
No, residential solid waste services provided by Waste Pro are funded annually through your Waxhaw property tax bill rather than a monthly utility invoice.
How do I dispose of tree branches and yard clippings?
Limbs must be cut to three feet in length, tied into bundles, and be no wider than four inches in diameter. You can place up to three bundles and 15 paper yard bags at the curb per week.
Can I place loose bulky items on the curb anytime?
No, all bulk collections must be scheduled in advance by calling Waste Pro directly. Items left unapproved may lead to code enforcement citations or HOA penalties.