Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for North Ridgeville
Trash Day
Every Tuesday
Recycling
Every Tuesday
Yard Waste
Every Tuesday
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Refuse collection is billed at a flat monthly rate by the North Ridgeville Public Utilities Division alongside municipal utility services.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, Drop Box, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Seniors age 62 and older qualify for a $1.00 monthly refuse discount, with an additional $1.00 discount for Lorain County Homestead Exemption recipients.
Standard Republic Services Cart (often Blue or Green) Bin (Trash)
All trash must be bagged before being placed inside the container. The lid must close completely. Place carts on opposite sides of the driveway, at least 3 feet from stationary objects.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Bagged food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
Green Recycling Cart Bin (Recycling)
Items must be placed loosely into the green cart. Any bags or overflow items sitting outside the green recycling cart will be completely ignored by the drivers.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic containers #1 through #7
- ✓Aluminum, steel, and bi-metal cans
- ✓Newspapers, magazines, and junk mail
- ✓Cardboard, paperboard, and milk/juice cartons
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags (do not bag recyclables)
- ✕Food residue or excessive liquids
- ✕Hazardous waste
- ✕Lithium or car batteries
Yard Waste Bin
Use clear plastic bags, brown paper bags, or a marked 32-gallon container (max 35 lbs). Brush must be tied with twine (no wire) into bundles no longer than 4 feet.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Tree, shrub, and brush trimmings
- ✓General organic landscaping debris
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on Tuesdays
Placement
Set items at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday. Ensure there is enough clearance for the automated trucks to reach your standard bins.
Accepted
- ✓ Stoves, washers, and dryers
- ✓ Water tanks
- ✓ Wrapped mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Wrapped upholstered furniture
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous liquids (paint, motor oil)
- ✕ Car parts and tires
- ✕ Hot ashes
- ✕ Lithium or car batteries
The four-item weekly limit is included in your standard municipal refuse rate.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Because North Ridgeville collects all trash on Tuesday, service is ONLY delayed to Wednesday if one of the major observed holidays falls on a Monday or a Tuesday.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste is picked up alongside regular trash and follows the exact same holiday shift.
If a major holiday falls on a Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, or the weekend, it has absolutely no effect on the weekly North Ridgeville collection schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
JanuaryDuring the first two weeks of January, Republic Services conducts a specialized collection for live Christmas trees. Ensure all lights, ornaments, and stands are removed before placing the bare tree at the curb on Tuesday.
Spring/Summer
April - SeptemberAs grass cutting peaks, remember that you are allowed to use clear plastic bags for grass clippings if brown paper bags are sold out, provided the bag weighs 35 pounds or less.
Year-Round
January - DecemberFor household hazardous waste, e-scrap, and fluorescent lamps that cannot go in the curbside bins, Lorain County operates a dedicated Collection Center in Elyria available to all North Ridgeville residents.
Local Tips & Community Info
Refuse and Recycling Operations in North Ridgeville
The City of North Ridgeville prioritizes a clean and healthy environment by offering standardized residential waste management. All municipal trash and recycling services are synchronized to occur once a week. Maintaining an organized collection route helps reduce heavy truck traffic in residential neighborhoods and keeps local streets looking their best. Familiarizing yourself with the specific municipal rules ensures a smooth and hassle-free waste disposal experience for your household.
Tuesday Weekly Collection Guidelines
For all homes within the North Ridgeville service area, garbage collection takes place exclusively on Tuesdays. Residents are strictly required to have their carts positioned at the curb no later than 6:00 a.m. on the morning of pickup. If you place your bins out too late, the drivers will not route back to retrieve them. Ensure that the wheels of your cart are facing away from the street, and allow adequate spacing between your trash and recycling bins so the automated arms can function correctly.
How Holidays Impact Your Service Day
North Ridgeville operates under a specific holiday delay policy. If a major recognized holiday—such as New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, or Christmas Day—falls on a Monday or Tuesday, your regular Tuesday collection will be delayed by exactly one day, taking place on Wednesday. However, if the holiday lands on a Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday, your Tuesday pickup schedule will not be affected in any way.
Handling Yard Waste and Oversized Junk
Regular household waste belongs inside your standard container, but occasionally you may have excess materials. Large appliances, old furniture, and rolled-up carpeting can typically be set out as bulk items, provided they meet the city’s size and weight restrictions. Yard waste, including bundled branches and bagged leaves, must also comply with seasonal regulations. Please contact the sanitation department ahead of time to confirm the proper procedures and any potential surcharges for massive clean-out projects.
Lorain County Hazardous Waste Disposal
Standard refuse trucks are not equipped to safely transport flammable or toxic chemicals. North Ridgeville residents must never place wet paint, motor oil, car batteries, pesticides, or old electronics inside their curbside carts. Instead, you are encouraged to utilize the Lorain County Collection Center. This specialized facility provides dedicated drop-off hours to help locals safely dispose of household hazardous waste without contaminating the regional landfill or water supply.
Drop-off Facilities
Lorain County Collection Center
540 South Abbe Road, Elyria, OH 44035
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What day is garbage picked up in North Ridgeville?
All municipal refuse and recycling collection in North Ridgeville occurs on Tuesdays. Bins must be placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m.
What happens to trash pickup on a holiday week?
If a major holiday falls on a Monday or Tuesday, your trash pickup will be delayed until Wednesday. Holidays falling later in the week do not change the Tuesday schedule.
Where can I take hazardous chemicals like paint and oil?
Hazardous materials are strictly prohibited from curbside pickup. You must transport these items directly to the Lorain County Collection Center during their designated drop-off hours.