Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Euclid
Trash Day
Collection runs Monday through Friday depending on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
Weekly on the same day as your regular trash collection
Yard Waste
Small bundled branches (cut to 3–4 foot lengths) are picked up on your regular trash day, while loose leaf collection runs curbside throughout the fall
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Euclid sewer charges are billed directly through your Cleveland Water account under Local & Other Current Charges, while residential curbside refuse service is managed through the city.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, Phone
Pro Tip / Discount
Eligible low-income seniors and disabled residents enrolled in the Homestead Discount program through Cleveland Water receive an 11.25% discount on Euclid sewer charges.
Dark Green (95-gallon) Bin (Trash)
Place on the tree lawn after 6 PM (DST) or 4 PM (Standard Time) the day before collection. Must be removed within 12 hours of collection.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household rubbish
- ✓Food wrappers
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Bagged leaves and yard debris
Bright Green (65-gallon) Bin (Recycling)
Items can be co-mingled. Flatten and bundle any cardboard that doesn't fit inside the bin and place it next to the cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastic bottles and containers
- ✓Brown, clear, or green glass
- ✓Aluminum, tin, and bi-metal cans
- ✓Corrugated cardboard and cereal boxes (liner removed)
- ✓Newspaper and junk mail
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Wax cartons
- ✕Wire hangers
- ✕Motor oil and antifreeze containers
Yard Waste Bin
Branches must be cut to 3-4 foot lengths, bundled, max 2' in diameter, and under 50 lbs. Bagged leaves can be placed directly in the trash can or on the tree lawn.
Accepted Items
- ✓Brush and branches
- ✓Bagged leaves and yard debris
- ✓Loose autumn leaves (during scheduled city sweep)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on regular trash day
Placement
Place items on the tree lawn next to your garbage cart following the standard set-out times (after 6 PM DST / 4 PM Standard Time the day prior).
Accepted
- ✓ Upholstered furniture (must be sealed in plastic)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs (must be sealed in plastic)
- ✓ Appliances (doors must be removed)
- ✓ Carpeting (cut to 3-4 foot lengths and bundled)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Construction debris
- ✕ Freon-containing appliances (unless certified removed)
Bulk pickup is included with your standard municipal refuse service at no additional charge, provided items follow size and preparation limits.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a recognized holiday falls on a weekday, service for that day and the rest of the week will be delayed by one day. Friday collections will shift to Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
Bulk and yard waste collections occurring on your regular trash day follow the same holiday delay schedule.
If a holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, your collection day will not be delayed and remains on its normal schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Autumn
October - DecemberThe Streets and Sewers Department conducts a massive citywide leaf collection, moving through 9 zones [2.2.5]. Rake leaves to the tree lawn, NOT the street, to avoid a citation. Placing leaves in the street clogs storm drains and causes flooding.
Late Summer
SeptemberTires are not collected at the curb. The City of Euclid typically hosts an annual 'Scrap Tire Round-Up' in September at the service center on Lakeland Blvd for passenger and light truck tires off the rim.
Winter
December - FebruaryIf it snows before leaf collection concludes, snowplows will push any leaves left in the street onto neighbors' properties. Keep catch basins and fire hydrants entirely clear of debris to ensure neighborhood safety.
Local Tips & Community Info
Euclid Trash Pickup Schedule & General Rules
Maintaining a clean neighborhood in Euclid, Ohio, is a community effort. The city contracts with Kimble Companies to provide automated refuse and recycling collection for all residents. Each home is issued a dark green 95-gallon bin specifically designed for regular household rubbish. To comply with local ordinances, residents must place their trash cans on the tree lawn no earlier than 6:00 p.m. during daylight savings time (or 4:00 p.m. during standard time) the day before their scheduled pickup. Bins can also be placed out by 7:00 a.m. on the collection day itself. Remember that empty containers must be removed within 12 hours after collection; leaving them out longer violates Ordinance #186-1969 and can result in a $75 fine.
Recycling Collection Guidelines
Euclid encourages sustainable waste management through its weekly curbside recycling program, utilizing a bright green 65-gallon cart for all recyclable materials. The city operates on a co-mingled system, meaning you do not need to separate your paper, plastics, and metals. Acceptable items include rinsed plastic bottles and jugs (keep lids on), glass jars, metal cans, cartons, and clean paper products. Corrugated cardboard boxes should be flattened to save space. If you have extra cardboard that does not fit inside the cart, it must be broken down, bundled, and placed neatly next to the bright green bin on your regular collection day. Do not bag your recyclables in plastic trash bags.
Bulk Waste Disposal Protocol
Getting rid of large household items is convenient for Euclid residents, as bulk waste is collected on your normal trash day. However, strict safety rules apply. If you are discarding an appliance that seals shut, such as a refrigerator or freezer, the doors must be completely removed before placing the item on the curb. For sanitary reasons, mattresses, box springs, and upholstered furniture like couches must be double-wrapped in heavy-duty plastic and sealed tightly with duct tape. This rule is strictly enforced to protect sanitation workers and prevent issues with bed bugs.
Yard Waste & Brush Pickup
Maintaining your lawn and garden produces yard waste that requires proper disposal. In Euclid, bagged leaves and general yard debris can simply be placed in your dark green trash cart or beside it on the tree lawn. They should never go into the recycling bin. If you have larger branches, brush, or rolled carpeting, you must cut them down to lengths of three to four feet. These items must be securely visibly bundled and placed on the tree lawn. Each individual bundle must weigh less than 50 pounds and have a diameter of no more than two feet to ensure safe lifting by the collection crews.
Holiday Collection Delays
The local sanitation schedule is adjusted for federal holidays. Kimble Companies observes six major holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day (4th of July), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. When one of these holidays falls on a weekday, waste collection services for that day and the remainder of the week will be delayed by exactly one day. If the holiday lands on a Saturday or Sunday, your standard collection schedule remains unaffected and will occur on the normal day.
Handling Missed Pickups and Scrap Tires
If your trash or recycling was missed despite following all placement guidelines, contact the Euclid Service Department for assistance. Please note that certain items, such as scrap tires, automotive batteries, and used motor oil, will never be collected curbside. The city occasionally hosts special Scrap Tire Round-Up events at the service center on Lakeland Boulevard where residents can drop off passenger tires stripped from their rims. Used motor oil can be taken to participating local auto shops during their business hours.
Drop-off Facilities
Euclid Service Center (For Special Events like Tire Round-Up)
25500 Lakeland Blvd, Euclid, OH 44132
Materials Accepted
Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District Drop-Off
4750 East 131 Street, Garfield Heights, OH 44105
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fine for leaving trash bins out too long in Euclid?
Euclid enforces a $75 fine if bins are placed out too early or left out more than 12 hours after the time of collection.
How do I dispose of a mattress in Euclid, Ohio?
You must double-wrap the mattress or box spring in plastic and seal it securely with duct tape before placing it on the tree lawn on your regular bulk collection day.
Are paint cans accepted in curbside trash?
Latex paint can be thrown in the regular trash only if the paint is completely dried out. You must remove the lid and mix the paint with sand, sawdust, or kitty litter to harden it before setting the uncovered can out.