Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Fairborn
Trash Day
Monday through Friday, depending on your neighborhood zone
Recycling
Collected weekly on the same day as your trash service
Yard Waste
Collected with regular waste/bulk pickup or accepted at the Greene County Yard Waste facility
Set Out Time
Place at the curb the evening before your collection day or by 6:00 AM
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Curbside trash and recycling services are managed by Rumpke but billed monthly directly on your City of Fairborn municipal utility bill alongside water and sewer charges.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (Direct Pay), Phone (IVR), Mail, Drop Box, In-Person
Brown or Green (Rumpke Standard Cart - 95 or 65 Gallon) Bin (Trash)
Trash must be placed at the road the evening prior to your collection day. Legacy bins from Waste Management or other vendors are strictly prohibited and will not be emptied.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Mixed yard waste (leaves and grass clippings)
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
Green (Rumpke Recycling Cart - 65 Gallon) Bin (Recycling)
Items should be placed loosely into the provided Rumpke recycling container. Do not bag your recyclables.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard boxes (flattened)
- ✓Soup and food cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
- ✓Paper and recyclable mail
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food residue
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires)
- ✕Hazardous chemicals
Yard Waste Bin
Mix directly with your regular household trash in the Rumpke bin. For heavy volumes, rent a specialized $30/month yard waste cart or haul to Xenia.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small twigs and light brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on your standard trash day
Placement
Leave your bulk items at the street the evening before your zoned trash collection day. No phone call or advanced notification to Rumpke is necessary.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, tables, chairs)
- ✓ Wrapped mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Large household goods and toys
- ✓ Appliances (without Freon)
- ✓ Carpet (cut into manageable 4-foot rolled sections)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous materials
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Appliances containing Freon (unless officially tagged)
- ✕ Liquid paints
The three-item allowance is included in your standard municipal service. Extremely large whole-house cleanouts exceeding this limit may require renting a temporary roll-off dumpster.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Service for residents whose scheduled collection day falls on the holiday, or on the days immediately following it, will be delayed by exactly one day for that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Because yard waste is mixed directly with regular trash in Fairborn, it follows the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard refuse.
During holiday weeks, residents with a scheduled Friday pickup will instead have their collections completed on Saturday.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Autumn
October - NovemberWhile light leaf fall can be mixed directly into your regular trash bin, heavy autumn yard work can easily overwhelm it. Residents dealing with massive leaf piles are encouraged to utilize the Greene County Yard Waste facility in Xenia rather than overstuffing their carts.
Winter
December - FebruaryDuring severe winter snowstorms, the Fairborn Streets & Sanitation Division prioritizes plowing main thoroughfares first. Plats and cul-de-sacs are plowed second, which may cause slight delays in Rumpke's residential collections in hilly or narrow areas.
Spring
April - MaySpring cleaning is highly supported by Fairborn's bulk policy. However, if your neighborhood association wants to conduct a larger community clean-up effort, the Street Department can provide free trash bags, gloves, and safety vests to volunteers upon request.
Local Tips & Community Info
Overview of Fairborn's 5-Day Zoned Trash Service
In Fairborn, residential refuse collection is managed by Rumpke, operating on a five-day zoned schedule from Monday through Friday. Each neighborhood is assigned a specific day to help streamline citywide sanitation efforts. To find your exact designated day, residents can utilize the interactive collection map available on the city's official website. It is strictly advised to place your bins at the curb the evening prior to your scheduled pickup, ensuring you never miss an early morning truck. Remember that old containers from previous contractors, such as Waste Management, are no longer permitted; all trash and recyclables must be placed in official Rumpke-issued bins.
Container Sizes and Recycling Bins
When setting up your service, the standard automated trash cart provided is designed to hold a typical household's weekly waste. However, if you find the large container too bulky for your property, you have the option to contact Rumpke and request a smaller 65-gallon trash can. This downsized option is identical in size to the standard recycling bins distributed to residents. Proper recycling is strongly encouraged to reduce landfill waste. Please ensure all recyclable materials, such as clean paper, cardboard, plastics, and aluminum cans, are placed directly into your designated recycling bin without being bagged in plastic.
Hassle-Free Bulk Item Disposal
One of the most convenient features of Fairborn's sanitation contract is the straightforward bulk waste policy. Unlike many other municipalities that require advance scheduling or extra fees, Fairborn residents are allowed to set out up to three bulky items per week per address at no additional cost. You simply leave oversized items like broken furniture or large appliances at the curb the night before your regular collection day. Rumpke crews will automatically collect them. Keep in mind that mattresses and upholstered furniture typically require plastic wrapping to meet health and safety standards.
Managing Grass Clippings and Yard Debris
Disposing of seasonal yard waste in Fairborn is flexible and resident-friendly. Everyday grass clippings, leaves, and small twigs can simply be mixed into your regular Rumpke trash container. If your property generates more organic debris than a single bin can hold, you can rent a dedicated yard waste cart directly from Rumpke for a monthly fee of $30. Alternatively, residents can transport bulkier brush and heavy limbs themselves to the Greene County Yard Waste Disposal facility located in Xenia for processing.
Navigating Holiday Service Delays
Major national holidays can occasionally shift your standard collection routine. Rumpke observes six primary holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. If a holiday falls on a weekday on or before your designated pickup day, your service will be pushed back by one day for the remainder of that week. For instance, during a holiday week, households with a normal Friday collection will have their bins emptied on Saturday instead.
Drop-off Facilities
Greene County Environmental Services (Yard Waste Facility)
2145 Greene Way Blvd, Xenia, OH 45385
Materials Accepted
Fairborn Street & Sanitation Department
721 Middle Street, Fairborn, OH 45324
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should I call if my trash was missed?
If your garbage or recycling was not picked up, you should contact Rumpke directly at 1-800-828-8171 or email them at [email protected]. Because they maintain individual accounts for each address, they can effectively track and resolve the issue.
Can I still use my old Waste Management garbage can?
No. Rumpke is the exclusive contractor for the city and will only collect trash and recyclables placed in their official branded containers. Previous vendor bins are no longer serviced.
Do I have to call ahead to schedule a bulk pickup for my old couch?
No advance scheduling is necessary. The current city contract permits residents to place up to three large bulk items at the curb each week on their standard trash day.