Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Avon Lake
Ohio waste management services operate on weekly zone-based schedules. Exact pickup days vary based on your local municipality or private franchise hauler.
State Mandate
Ohio EPA regulations prohibit the disposal of whole scrap tires in standard landfills.
Dark Green (Kimble Cart) Bin (Trash)
All trash must be bagged before being placed inside the dark green Kimble cart. Ensure the cart lid can close completely.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Styrofoam
Bright Green (Kimble Cart) Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables must be placed loose inside the cart. Do not bag your recycling in plastic garbage bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Paper and junk mail
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, cords)
- ✕Food-soiled paper
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Batteries
Yard Waste Bin
Use biodegradable Kraft paper bags or personal cans marked 'Yard Waste'. Bundled brush must be tied, under 4 feet long, and weigh less than 50 lbs.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small branches
- ✓Plant trimmings
- ✓Weeds
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly (One item per week)
Placement
Place your bulk item at least 3 feet away from your trash cart. Health regulations require all mattresses and upholstered items to be entirely wrapped and sealed in plastic.
Accepted
- ✓ Sofas and chairs
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Large toys
- ✓ Household furniture
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Cast iron bathtubs
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Vehicle parts
- ✕ Hazardous liquids
Standard bulk pickup is included in your service. However, appliances containing Freon (like refrigerators) must have the Freon professionally removed and tagged before Kimble will collect them.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday before or on your normal collection day, trash and recycling services will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste collection follows the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard trash and recycling.
If a holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there is no interruption, and the regular weekday collection schedule remains in effect.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Protect Lake Erie from Plastic Bags
Never place plastic grocery bags in your Kimble recycling cart. Not only do they jam the sorting machinery, but loose bags can easily blow out of the truck and end up polluting Lake Erie.
Keep the Caps On
When recycling plastic bottles and jugs, give them a quick rinse, crush them slightly to save space, and twist the plastic caps back on before tossing them in the bin.
No Tanglers Allowed
Garden hoses, extension cords, wire, and chains are strictly prohibited in the recycling cart. These items wrap around the sorting gears at the recycling plant, causing major delays and safety hazards.
Seasonal Information
Autumn
October to DecemberDuring the fall, Avon Lake coordinates a seasonal leaf pickup program where residents can rake leaves to the tree lawn for vacuum collection. Do not mix branches or grass into these leaf piles, as it damages the city's equipment.
Winter
Late December to JanuaryLive Christmas trees are typically collected at the curb by Kimble on your regular trash day. All lights, tinsel, and ornaments must be removed, and trees longer than 4 feet must be cut in half.
Spring
April to MayAs you begin spring landscaping, remember that dirt, rocks, and root balls are not considered acceptable yard waste and cannot be placed in your curbside yard waste bags, as they make the bags too heavy.
About Avon Lake Waste Management
Lakefront Sustainability with Kimble Companies
Because Avon Lake sits directly on the shores of Lake Erie, responsible waste management is vital to protecting the local watershed. The city contracts with Kimble Recycling & Waste Disposal to handle all residential solid waste and recycling. Kimble utilizes automated, CNG-powered (Compressed Natural Gas) collection vehicles, which significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and noise pollution in Avon Lake's residential neighborhoods.
Automated Cart Guidelines and Placement Rules
Avon Lake residents are provided with heavy-duty Kimble carts for weekly collection—typically a 96-gallon cart for trash and a 64-gallon cart for recycling. Carts should be placed at the end of the driveway no earlier than 5:00 p.m. the evening before your scheduled pickup. To maintain the aesthetic of the community, all empty bins must be brought back in and stored out of sight (such as in a garage or behind a fence) by 5:00 p.m. on your collection day.
Maximizing the Lorain County Collection Center
Kimble's curbside service is fantastic for everyday household waste, but hazardous materials are strictly prohibited in your curbside carts. Avon Lake residents can safely dispose of toxic items—such as oil-based paints, automotive fluids, pesticides, and old electronics—by utilizing the Lorain County Collection Center located nearby in Elyria. Keeping these chemicals out of the standard trash stream ensures they do not contaminate local soil or Lake Erie.
Tackling Yard Waste During the Growing Season
Maintaining Avon Lake's beautiful properties generates a lot of organic waste. During the active growing season, residents must separate their yard waste from regular household garbage. Grass clippings, weeds, and small plant debris should be placed in biodegradable brown Kraft paper bags or personal 32-gallon cans clearly marked 'Yard Waste.' Any branches or brush must be cut to four feet in length, tied tightly with twine, and weigh no more than 50 pounds.
Drop-off Facilities
Lorain County Collection Center
540 S Abbe Rd, Elyria, OH 44035
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides residential trash collection in Avon Lake, OH?
Kimble Recycling & Waste Disposal is the contracted residential solid waste and recycling hauler for the City of Avon Lake. They provide weekly automated curbside collection.
When should I put my trash carts out in Avon Lake?
Trash and recycling carts should be placed at the end of your driveway no earlier than 5:00 p.m. the day before your scheduled pickup, and they must be brought back in and stored out of sight by 5:00 p.m. on collection day.
Can I throw out a mattress on my regular trash day?
Yes, Avon Lake residents can place one bulk item, such as a mattress, out per week. However, the mattress must be completely wrapped and sealed in plastic to be collected by Kimble.
Where can I dispose of old paint and chemicals?
Hazardous materials like oil-based paints, chemicals, and pesticides cannot go in your curbside Kimble cart. Avon Lake residents should take these items to the Lorain County Collection Center located at 540 S Abbe Rd in Elyria.