Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Mason
Trash Day
Collection runs Monday through Friday depending on your neighborhood route.
Recycling
Collected weekly on the same day as your regular trash collection.
Yard Waste
Small yard waste can be placed with regular trash; curbside brush collection rotates monthly by quadrant from April to December, and leaf collection occurs in the fall.
Set Out Time
After 6:00 PM the night before or by 5:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash and recycling fees are bundled directly into your monthly Greater Cincinnati Water Works (GCWW) utility bill alongside water, sewer, and stormwater charges.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In-Person (at designated local Kroger stores)
Brown or Green (Rumpke 95-gallon) or Personal Cans (up to 35-gallon) Bin (Trash)
Place your garbage at the curb after 6:00 p.m. the night before your scheduled pickup day. Routes can begin as early as 5:00 a.m.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Mixed yard waste (if not composted)
- ✓Dirt and broken tree stumps (under 75 lbs in standard container)
Green with Lid (Rumpke 65-gallon recycling cart) Bin (Recycling)
Place your 65-gallon wheeled recycling cart at the curb alongside your regular trash. You can request a free cart from the city if your home does not have one.
Accepted Items
- ✓Office paper, junk mail, and magazines
- ✓Corrugated cardboard
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
- ✓Cartons and aluminum/steel cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Hazardous waste
- ✕Food residue
- ✕Medical waste/syringes
Yard Waste Bin
Include with regular trash if not composting, or utilize the city's separate seasonal leaf and brush collection services.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Weeds and mulch
- ✓Bundled loose shrubbery and lumber (max 4ft long, 2ft diameter, 50 lbs)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
One large item per week, by appointment only
Placement
Once scheduled 48 hours in advance, place the bulk item at the curb after 6:00 p.m. the night before your normal weekly collection day.
Accepted
- ✓ Chairs and tables
- ✓ Wrapped mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Microwaves and appliances (tagged if freon)
- ✓ Carpet and padding (cut to 4-foot lengths, tied, max 50 lbs)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Drywall and concrete
- ✕ Bricks, dirt, and heavy rocks
- ✕ Hazardous liquids and combustible materials
- ✕ Tires and car batteries
One large item per week is included in your standard negotiated municipal rate, provided you call ahead to register it on the route manifest.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Rumpke only pauses collection on Christmas and New Year's Day in the City of Mason. If your regular collection day falls on one of these holidays or later that same week, your trash will be picked up exactly one day later.
Yard Waste Exception
Because standard yard waste is mixed directly with your regular household trash, it follows the exact same holiday delay schedule.
Standard patriotic and federal holidays like Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Thanksgiving DO NOT delay your residential trash pickup in Mason.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Autumn
October - NovemberThe City of Mason offers a dedicated fall leaf collection program. Residents can rake loose leaves directly to the curb (do not bag them or mix them with brush) for automated vacuum pickup by city crews.
Spring/Summer
April - SeptemberFor large storm debris or landscaping overhauls, the city provides a localized brush collection program. Any loose materials that cannot be chipped by city crews must be bundled, tied, and set out with your regular Rumpke trash.
Winter
December - JanuaryChristmas Day and New Year's Day are the only two holidays observed by Rumpke in Mason. Make sure to adjust your bin set-out times by one day if your collection falls on or after these dates.
Local Tips & Community Info
Mason Trash Collection Schedule & Rules
In Mason, Ohio, residential solid waste collection is efficiently managed through the city's partnership with Rumpke. Pickups occur Monday through Friday on designated neighborhood routes. Since collection trucks begin their rounds as early as 5:00 a.m., it is highly recommended that you place your garbage at the curb after 6:00 p.m. the night before your scheduled collection day. Residents can set out up to six 32-gallon cans or bags per pickup, provided that each container weighs no more than 50 pounds. Do not use cardboard boxes as trash receptacles; they must be broken down and bundled for recycling or disposal. Those needing larger containers can also rent or purchase 95-gallon waste wheelers directly from Rumpke.
Recycling Guidelines and Cart Information
The City of Mason strongly encourages recycling, which is also serviced curbside by Rumpke. Residents can safely recycle items such as glass jars, plastic bottles and jugs, paper cartons, aluminum cans, corrugated cardboard, and office paper. The city provides residents with a 65-gallon wheeled recycling cart with a lid at no extra charge. If your home does not have one, you can easily request it by contacting Mason's Utility Customer Service. Simply place your designated recycling cart at the curb alongside your regular garbage. Remember that these carts are registered to the property address by serial number, so they must remain at the home if you decide to move.
Bulk Waste Disposal and Large Items
Getting rid of oversized items like broken furniture or old appliances is simple in Mason. Large item pickup happens on your regular trash collection day, but you must contact Mason Utility Customer Service or Rumpke at least 48 hours in advance to schedule the special pickup. Keep in mind that mattresses, box springs, and upholstered furniture must be completely wrapped and sealed in plastic before being placed at the curb to ensure safe handling. Appliances containing refrigerants, such as freezers or air conditioners, require a certified technician to remove the freon and attach a Refrigerant Recovery Statement prior to curbside disposal.
Brush, Yard Waste, and Leaf Pickup
Maintaining your landscape is a breeze with Mason's dedicated yard waste services. The city operates a routine brush chipping program, where tree and shrub trimmings cut between 4 and 12 feet long can be left at the curb. During the fall season, the City of Mason Service Department handles leaf collection using specialized vacuum equipment. For everyday yard clippings, residents are encouraged to compost to keep disposal costs low. If composting isn't possible, yard waste can be bagged and placed with your regular Rumpke trash, as long as it does not exceed the 75-pound weight limit per container and no special sticker is required.
Holiday Schedule Delays
It is important to keep track of holiday service changes to ensure your waste is properly managed. In Mason, trash and recycling collection routes only observe two major holidays: Christmas Day and New Year's Day. If your regular pickup day falls on or after one of these holidays during the week, your collection will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week. For all other national holidays throughout the year, Rumpke maintains its normal collection schedule, so you should place your bins out as usual.
Drop-off Facilities
Warren County Solid Waste Management District
210 W Main St, Lebanon, OH 45036
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a new recycling cart in Mason, Ohio?
You can obtain a free 65-gallon wheeled recycling cart by calling Mason Utility Customer Service at 513-229-8533. Since the carts are registered to a specific address, they should be left behind if you ever move.
Where can I dispose of hazardous household waste like paint and batteries?
Rumpke drivers are strictly prohibited from picking up hazardous materials. Residents should utilize Warren County Solid Waste Management District drop-off sites to safely dispose of batteries, motor oil, liquid paint, and similar household chemicals.
Does Mason provide a special pickup for Christmas trees?
Yes, the Mason Service Department typically collects Christmas trees left at the curb throughout the month of January. Make sure all lights, ornaments, and decorations are removed, and place the cut end facing the street.