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Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Grove City
Trash Day
Collection runs Monday through Friday depending on your neighborhood zone, with trash, recycling, and yard waste all collected on your assigned day.
Recycling
Weekly on your scheduled trash collection day
Yard Waste
Weekly on your scheduled trash collection day
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day (and no earlier than 5:00 PM the day before)
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential waste services are provided through Local Waste Services and billed directly to homeowners on a quarterly schedule.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Phone, Mail, Direct Debit, Credit/Debit Card
Pro Tip / Discount
A senior discount is available for heads of household who are at least 60 to 62 years of age with proof of age and residency.
Resident-provided bags/cans or rented LWS cart Bin (Trash)
Trash must be bagged or placed in containers. Each bag or container must weigh 50 pounds or less. Carts can be rented directly through Local Waste Services.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
- ✓Small broken household items
Red (65-gallon cart) Bin (Recycling)
Materials must be placed loosely in the red bin without bagging. Keep the cart lid closed and place it at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Newspapers and office paper
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (food/beverage only)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Window glass and glass dishes
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Electronics
Yard Waste Bin
Place in biodegradable brown paper bags or rigid containers clearly marked 'Yard Waste Only' (stickers available at City Hall). Brush must be tied with twine (no wire/plastic) into bundles max 4 ft long by 2 ft diameter. Limit 50 lbs per bag/bundle.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Bush and shrub cuttings
- ✓Tree limbs and vines
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on regular collection day
Placement
Place bulk items at the curb alongside your regular refuse bins by 7:00 a.m. on collection day. Mattresses and upholstered items MUST be wrapped in plastic.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches and chairs
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs (must be wrapped in plastic)
- ✓ Standard household furniture
- ✓ Non-Freon appliances
Not Accepted
- ✕ Tires and large automobile parts
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Liquid paints and oil
- ✕ Household hazardous waste
Standard bulk collection is included. However, appliances containing Freon (like refrigerators or freezers) require contacting Local Waste Services in advance and paying a $100.00 disposal fee per item.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a recognized holiday falls on or before your normal collection day (Monday through Friday), your service will be delayed by exactly one day for that week, with Friday routes collected on Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
Because yard waste and recycling are collected concurrently with trash, they follow the exact same one-day holiday delay schedule.
If a holiday happens to fall on a Saturday or Sunday, there is no change to the scheduled Monday-Friday pickup routes.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Autumn
October - NovemberDuring heavy leaf drops, remember that all leaves must be placed in biodegradable paper yard waste bags or designated rigid containers. Raking loose leaves into the street is not permitted for standard weekly collection.
Winter
December - FebruaryIf heavy Central Ohio snowstorms strike, collection routes may experience delays. Ensure your trash and red recycling carts are placed on a cleared area of your driveway or curb, and are not buried behind large snowplow drifts.
Year-Round
January - DecemberResidents looking to safely dispose of old electronics can utilize the year-round e-waste drop-off bin in the foyer of the Jackson Township Administration Building on Hoover Road, available weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Note that TVs and monitors are not accepted.
Local Tips & Community Info
Curbside Refuse Collection Guidelines
The City of Grove City utilizes Local Waste Services (LWS) as its exclusive provider for residential garbage pickup. For your neighborhood's designated collection day, all household trash must be at the curb by 7:00 a.m. However, local ordinance 725.07(a) dictates that you may not set containers out any earlier than 5:00 p.m. the evening prior. Each resident-provided bag or municipal cart must not exceed a weight limit of 50 pounds to protect the sanitation workers. After the trucks have serviced your street, you have a 24-hour window to return your empty bins to a hidden location at the rear or side of your property.
The Red Cart Recycling Program
SWACO and LWS team up to offer weekly recycling alongside standard garbage pickup. Every household is provided with a distinct 65-gallon red cart specifically meant for recyclable goods. You should place items such as clean paper, flattened cardboard, glass bottles, and metal cans loosely into the bin. It is absolutely crucial that you do not bag your recyclables. Plastic grocery sacks interfere with the sorting machinery and will cause the hauler to leave your materials behind. If your family generates a large amount of recyclable material, you can rent an additional rolling container directly through the LWS customer portal.
Disposing of Yard Waste and Brush
Grass clippings, leaves, and garden vines are collected on the exact same day as your other refuse, but they must be kept a few feet separate so the specialized truck can easily identify them. Homeowners must use biodegradable brown paper bags or standard rigid containers. If you choose the latter, the can must be prominently marked with a Yard Waste Only sticker, which you can pick up for free at the Grove City Public Service Complex. Tree limbs have strict size limits; they must be no thicker than two inches in diameter and tied with twine in bundles no longer than four feet. Wire or plastic ties are strictly prohibited.
Rules for Bulky Items and Appliances
Discarding heavy items like couches, tables, and extra large toys is convenient in Grove City because bulk collection occurs concurrently with your normal weekly service. However, specific health and safety regulations apply to upholstered furniture. Mattresses, box springs, and sofas must be completely sealed in plastic sheeting before they touch the curb. If you need to throw out a refrigerator or freezer, it requires special handling due to the Freon. You must contact the LWS office in advance to schedule the appliance pickup, which requires a $100.00 disposal fee per unit.
Quarterly Billing and Holiday Delays
Unlike municipalities that roll garbage into the water bill, Grove City residents receive a quarterly invoice directly from Local Waste Services. Payments are due 45 days after the statement generates. If you are 62 years of age or older and the primary head of the household, you can submit your ID and utility bill to secure a 10% senior citizen discount on your rate. Furthermore, service days occasionally shift due to major holidays like Memorial Day and Christmas. When one of the five recognized holidays falls on a weekday, all subsequent collections for that week will be delayed by one day, culminating in a Saturday pickup for Friday routes.
Drop-off Facilities
Jackson Township Administration Building (E-Waste Drop-off)
3756 Hoover Road, Grove City, OH 43123
Materials Accepted
SWACO Household Hazardous Waste Center
645 E. 8th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43201
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I properly dispose of a mattress in Grove City?
Any upholstered items, including mattresses and box springs, must be entirely wrapped in plastic before being placed at the curb for normal bulk pickup.
Are there any refuse discounts available for senior citizens?
Yes, if you are 62 or older and the head of the household, you can register with Local Waste Services to receive a 10% discount by providing valid ID and proof of residency.
How should I package my yard waste for the weekly collection?
Yard debris must go into biodegradable brown paper bags or a rigid container marked 'Yard Waste Only.' Any brush or branches must be tied with twine in bundles up to four feet long and two inches in diameter.