Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Garfield Heights
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.
Green Bin (Trash)
Place on the tree lawn at the seasonally approved time. You are responsible for picking up any waste that blows out of your container or is disturbed by animals.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Bagged leaves
Bright Green Bin (Recycling)
Do not use blue bags or plastic grocery bags. Place all recyclable items loosely inside the automated bright green Kimble cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard
- ✓Paper
- ✓Metal cans
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, wires)
Yard Waste Bin
Tree branches must be cut to 4 feet in length, tied and bundled with rope, and weigh no more than 40 pounds per bundle.
Accepted Items
- ✓Tree branches
- ✓Bagged leaves
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on your regularly scheduled rubbish day
Placement
Place items on the tree lawn during designated seasonal hours. Upholstered items must be taped and wrapped, and appliances must have doors removed.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches (wrapped in plastic)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs (wrapped in plastic)
- ✓ Refrigerators (doors removed)
- ✓ TVs
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction debris
- ✕ Oil-based paint
- ✕ Contractor waste
- ✕ Commercial rubbish
Bulk pickup is included in standard residential service; however, unaccepted construction debris requires renting a private dumpster at the homeowner's expense.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a holiday falls on a weekday, your rubbish and recyclables will be collected the day after your regular pick-up day. If the holiday falls on the weekend, normal pick-up will not be interrupted.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and bulk items follow the same holiday delay schedule as standard trash.
Minor holidays such as President's Day and Columbus Day do not cause a delay in Kimble's trash collection. Only the six major holidays alter the schedule.
Observed Holidays
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Keep Recyclables Loose
Never bag your recycling. Plastic bags jam the automated sorting machines at Kimble's recycling facility. Toss items freely into the bright green bin.
Wrap Your Upholstered Items
Mattresses and couches must be wrapped in plastic and taped. If they aren't wrapped, they become a pest hazard and will be left on your tree lawn.
Proper Paint Disposal
Never toss liquid paint in the trash. Latex paint can only be picked up if you add cat litter or sawdust to soak it up and place the can in an open box with the lid off. Oil-based paint is strictly prohibited from regular trash.
Seasonal Information
Winter
November to MarchDue to darker evenings and winter weather, the city ordinance allows residents to place their rubbish on the tree lawn starting at 4:00 PM the evening before pickup.
Summer
April to OctoberDuring standard daylight saving months, trash receptacles may not be placed on the tree lawn until after 6:00 PM on the night before your scheduled collection.
Autumn
October to NovemberLeaves collected during the fall cleanup must be securely bagged if they are to be placed out for regular curbside rubbish collection with Kimble.
About Garfield Heights Waste Management
Comprehensive Residential Waste Collection in Garfield Heights
Maintaining a clean and sustainable community is a top priority in Garfield Heights, Ohio. The city's Service Department partners with Kimble Recycling and Disposal to provide comprehensive weekly residential trash and recycling services. By utilizing automated collection trucks and uniform Kimble carts, the city efficiently manages neighborhood waste. Residents are encouraged to use the interactive rubbish pick-up map on the official city website to confirm their exact designated collection day.
Strict Seasonal Tree Lawn Placement Rules
To keep neighborhoods looking pristine and to prevent wind-blown litter, Garfield Heights enforces strict seasonal timelines for placing bins on the tree lawn. During the warmer months, from April 1st through October 31st, you may bring your containers to the curb no earlier than 6:00 PM the night before pickup. However, during the winter season (November 1st to March 31st), the city accommodates earlier sunsets and winter weather by allowing placement starting at 4:00 PM. All empty receptacles must be removed within 12 hours after service.
Preparing Bulk Furniture and Appliances for Pickup
Getting rid of old furniture or appliances does not require a special trip to the landfill. Garfield Heights allows residents to place bulky items on the curb during their regular collection day. However, stringent sanitary regulations apply: all mattresses, box springs, and upholstered furniture like couches must be completely wrapped in plastic and secured heavily with tape. This rule protects sanitation workers from bedbugs and pests. If you are discarding a refrigerator, safety ordinances mandate that all doors be completely removed before placing it outside.
Handling Home Renovations and Construction Debris
Planning a DIY remodel or home rehab? It is crucial to note that neither the city nor Kimble will collect construction debris, drywall, or roofing materials left on the tree lawn. Homeowners are required by city ordinance to privately rent a roll-off dumpster for these projects. Furthermore, you must ensure that your rented dumpster is placed on private property, such as a driveway, and never in the public right-of-way or blocking community sidewalks.
Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District Resources
For items that cannot go into your curbside Kimble carts, Garfield Heights residents are uniquely positioned to take advantage of the Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District Headquarters, located right in the city on East 131st Street. This facility offers specialized drop-off programs during business hours for difficult-to-recycle materials like campaign signs, holiday string lights, old electronics, and VHS tapes, keeping toxic e-waste out of local Ohio environments.
Drop-off Facilities
Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District HQ
4750 East 131 Street, Garfield Heights, OH 44105
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What time can I place my trash on the tree lawn in Garfield Heights?
From April 1st to October 31st, place your rubbish out after 6:00 PM the evening before your scheduled day. From November 1st to March 31st, you can place it out starting at 4:00 PM. Empty containers must be removed within 12 hours of collection.
Does the city pick up construction debris?
No, the city and Kimble Recycling do not collect construction debris or materials from home rehabs. You are required to rent a private roll-off dumpster and ensure it is placed on your property, not in the public right-of-way.
How do I dispose of a mattress or couch?
Couches, mattresses, box springs, and all upholstered furniture must be completely wrapped in plastic and tightly secured with tape before being placed on the tree lawn for weekly bulk pickup.
Can I throw paint away in my regular trash?
You can throw away latex paint only if it is completely dried out. Add cat litter or sawdust to the can, let it dry, and place it in an open box with the lid off. Oil-based paints are not accepted and must be saved for hazardous waste collection events.