Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Mason
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.
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
!Contamination Tips
Wrap All Upholstery and Bedding
For the health and safety of Rumpke sanitation workers, the City of Mason requires that all mattresses, box springs, leather furniture, and upholstered items be completely wrapped and sealed in plastic before being placed at the curb.
Never Use Cardboard Boxes as Trash Cans
While you can recycle flattened corrugated cardboard, you are strictly prohibited from using empty cardboard boxes as makeshift garbage containers. Wet weather weakens them, and any refuse placed inside will be left behind by the collection crew.
Refrigerant Must Be Certified Removed
If you are scheduling a bulk pickup for a refrigerator, freezer, or air conditioning unit, you must hire a certified technician to extract the freon first. A valid Refrigerant Recovery Statement sticker must be securely attached to the appliance, or Rumpke will not take it.
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.
About Mason Waste Management
Mason's Negotiated Rates for Rumpke Services
The City of Mason proudly manages residential trash collection through a highly negotiated citywide contract with Rumpke. By representing over 11,500 households, the city secures significantly lower competitive rates compared to unincorporated areas where homeowners must find their own private haulers. All scheduling and customer service inquiries are seamlessly handled directly through the Mason Utility Customer Service department rather than the hauler itself.
Flexible Container Rules for Standard Refuse
Mason provides unique flexibility regarding the bins you use for standard waste. While residents have the option to rent or purchase a heavy-duty 95-gallon Rumpke waste wheeler for maximum capacity, the city also permits the use of standard personal trash cans or heavy-duty trash bags. If you opt for personal containers or bags, they must not exceed 35 gallons in volume and 50 pounds in weight, ensuring that the manual collection crews can safely lift them into the trucks.
Cost-Effective Weekly Bulk Item Collection
Getting rid of large furniture or appliances in Mason is straightforward and cost-effective. Residents are permitted to schedule one large bulk item for pickup each week at no additional charge. However, you must proactively call Mason Utility Customer Service at least 48 hours in advance to secure your spot on the route. The bulky item will then be collected on your regular weekly trash day by a specialized Rumpke truck.
Integrated Yard Waste and Composting Solutions
While the city actively encourages backyard composting for grass clippings and weeds, Mason also seamlessly integrates yard waste disposal into your normal refuse routine. If you cannot compost, you are permitted to mix garden debris directly in with your regular household garbage without needing to purchase special yard waste stickers. Furthermore, the city supplements this with dedicated seasonal brush chipping and autumn leaf collection programs.
Drop-off Facilities
Warren County Solid Waste Management District
210 W Main St, Lebanon, OH 45036
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides trash pickup service in Mason, Ohio?
The City of Mason negotiates a single residential waste contract on behalf of its citizens. Currently, all residential solid waste and recycling collection is performed by Rumpke.
How do I get a recycling bin if I just moved in?
If your home does not already have a 65-gallon recycling cart with wheels and a lid, you can obtain one completely free of charge. Simply call Mason's Utility Customer Service at 513-229-8533 to order your cart.
Can I throw away heavy construction debris like bricks and drywall?
No. Bulky construction and demolition materials, including drywall, concrete, bricks, dirt, and heavy rocks, will not be picked up by Rumpke on their normal routes. You must rent a private dumpster or haul these items to a landfill.
Are there any holidays that delay my trash pickup?
In Mason, the only two holidays that will interrupt your trash collection are Christmas Day and New Year's Day. If your normal pickup falls on or after those specific holidays, it will be delayed by one day.