Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for North Ridgeville
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.
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
!Contamination Tips
Remove Lids and Neck Rings from Glass
When recycling glass beverage bottles or food jars in North Ridgeville, you are allowed to leave the paper labels on. However, you must thoroughly rinse the container and remove all metal or plastic lids, as well as the plastic neck rings, before tossing them in the green cart.
Ditch the Wire on Brush Bundles
When tying up your tree branches and shrub trimmings for Tuesday pickup, never use metal wire to secure the bundles. Wire poses a severe safety hazard to the chipping equipment. Always use natural twine or heavy-duty string.
Tape and Wrap All Mattresses
Republic Services strictly enforces health regulations regarding bedding and upholstery. Any mattress, box spring, or upholstered furniture left at the curb must be completely wrapped in plastic and tightly sealed with heavy-duty tape to protect workers from bedbugs.
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.
About North Ridgeville Waste Management
Unified Tuesday Collections Across North Ridgeville
To minimize neighborhood traffic and streamline services, the City of North Ridgeville operates on a unified, city-wide collection schedule. Through their municipal contract with Republic Services, every residential home has its trash, recycling, and yard waste picked up on Tuesday. Residents are required to have all carts and properly prepared bags placed at the curb no later than 6:00 a.m., with the metal lifting bars facing the street.
An Exceptional Allowance for Weekly Bulk Items
While many Ohio municipalities restrict bulk item disposal to once a month or require an additional fee, North Ridgeville boasts a highly generous policy. Residents can place up to four bulky items at the curb every single week on their standard Tuesday collection day. This includes stoves, washers, water tanks, and heavily wrapped upholstered furniture, providing incredible convenience for home renovations and cleanouts.
The Lorain County Homestead Exemption Discount
North Ridgeville actively supports its senior citizens and eligible residents by offering a financial break on utility bills. If a homeowner qualifies for the Homestead Exemption through the Lorain County Auditor's Office, they are eligible for a $1.00 discount off their monthly refuse rate. To activate this discount, residents simply need to provide a copy of their approved Homestead Exemption application to the city's utility billing department.
Flexible Options for Seasonal Yard Debris
Unlike some cities that mandate the exclusive use of expensive brown paper bags, North Ridgeville offers three flexible ways to dispose of your yard waste. You can use standard biodegradable brown paper bags, clear plastic bags, or designate a loose trash container—no larger than 32 gallons—clearly marked as 'Yard Waste'. Regardless of the container chosen, each bag or can must not exceed a maximum weight of 35 pounds.
Drop-off Facilities
Lorain County Collection Center
540 South Abbe Road, Elyria, OH 44035
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What day is garbage collected in North Ridgeville?
All residential refuse, recycling, and yard waste in North Ridgeville is collected every Tuesday. You must have your items at the curb by 6:00 a.m. with the metal bar of the cart facing the street.
Does a holiday on Thursday delay my trash pickup?
No. Because North Ridgeville's collection day is Tuesday, your schedule is only delayed to Wednesday if New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, or Christmas Day falls on a Monday or Tuesday.
How do I throw away a mattress in North Ridgeville?
You can place your mattress at the curb on Tuesday as one of your four allowed weekly bulk items. However, Republic Services requires that all mattresses and upholstered furniture be completely wrapped in plastic and sealed with heavy-duty tape.
Can I leave extra bags of recycling next to my green cart?
No. All of your recyclables must fit entirely inside your designated green recycling cart. Any bags, boxes, or containers placed outside of the green cart that contain recyclables will not be picked up by the driver.