Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for North Royalton
Trash Day
Monday through Friday, depending on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
Weekly on your designated trash collection day.
Yard Waste
Weekly on your designated trash collection day.
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Basic curbside trash, recycling, and yard waste collection are provided by the city via contract with Rumpke. Optional extra trash cart rentals are billed directly through Rumpke.
Billing Cycle
Included in Property Taxes
Accepted Methods
Taxes, Online, Mail
Pro Tip / Discount
Senior citizens receiving a water homestead exemption from the Cleveland Division of Water qualify for a 36% discount on city sanitary sewer rates.
Resident's Choice / Toter Cart Bin (Trash)
Place at the street line by 7:00 a.m. on service day (but not before sunset the day prior). Personal cans must not exceed 36-gallons or 50 pounds.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household solid waste
- ✓Plastic trash bags
Green (Rumpke 65-Gallon Cart) Bin (Recycling)
Items must be placed loose and unbagged in the city-issued Rumpke recycling cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Aluminum cups
- ✓Cans
- ✓Cardboard (flattened)
- ✓Cartons
- ✓Clear plastic clamshells
- ✓Paper cups
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
Do NOT Include
- ✕Straws
- ✕Plastic party cups
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food waste
Yard Waste Bin
Must be contained in paper or plastic bags or cut into 4-foot bundles. A strict 50-pound weight limit per bundle or bag applies.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Flowers
- ✓Hedge clippings
- ✓Small tree branches
- ✓Bush branches
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on your designated service day
Placement
All upholstered items and mattresses MUST be completely wrapped and sealed in plastic. Loose wood and large items must be cut to 4-foot lengths.
Accepted
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Box springs
- ✓ Couches
- ✓ Recliners
- ✓ Broken down wood furniture
- ✓ Appliances (freon removed)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Loose unbundled wood
- ✕ Items over 50 pounds (if not broken down)
- ✕ Cardboard boxes used as bulk containers
- ✕ Commercial debris
Bulk collection is included in city service, but freon-containing appliances require a special scheduled pickup by calling Rumpke the day prior.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday before or on your regular service day, collection will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste follows the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard trash and recycling.
If a holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there is no delay to the regular Monday-Friday collection schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter Holidays
JanuaryChristmas trees are collected at the curb during the first two weeks of January. Remember to remove all ornaments and cut the tree into 4-foot sections.
Spring / Summer
May to AugustIf you are doing heavy landscaping or gardening, keep in mind that dirt, sod, rocks, and root balls are not accepted in the regular yard waste collection.
Autumn
October to NovemberDuring fall leaf cleanup, all loose leaves must still be securely bagged in paper or plastic to be collected. Loose, un-bagged materials will be left at the curb.
Local Tips & Community Info
North Royalton's Partnership with Rumpke Waste & Recycling
To provide efficient and sanitary waste disposal, the City of North Royalton utilizes a comprehensive contract with Rumpke Waste & Recycling. Under this municipal agreement, each residential property is supplied with standardized, heavy-duty rolling carts for both refuse and recyclables. Homeowners must use these specific municipal containers, as the automated trucks deployed on the routes are mechanically calibrated to lift them. Any extra household garbage that does not fit into the primary cart should be securely bagged and can be placed next to your bin, though utilizing the provided carts is always the preferred method to deter local wildlife.
Automated Cart Logistics at the Curb
Because the sanitation crews start their routes very early, it is highly recommended that you wheel your receptacles to the end of your driveway the night before your scheduled collection. If you prefer mornings, everything must be out by 7:00 a.m. sharp. Proper alignment is critical for the automated arms to function without causing property damage. Position the carts so the lids open toward the street and the wheels face your house. Furthermore, maintain at least three feet of clearance between the trash cart, the recycling bin, and any obstacles like mailboxes, fire hydrants, or parked vehicles.
Sorting Your Recyclables Correctly
North Royalton promotes a single-stream recycling approach, meaning you do not have to separate your paper from your plastics. Acceptable materials include flattened cardboard boxes, glass jars, aluminum cans, and rigid plastic bottles or jugs. It is vital to toss these items into the recycling cart completely loose. Never collect your recyclables in plastic grocery bags or black trash bags, as these films wrap around the gears at the sorting facility and can bring the entire processing line to a halt.
Oversized Items and Mattress Wrapping
Getting rid of bulky household goods such as an old sofa, a broken desk, or a worn-out carpet is straightforward. Rumpke will collect large items on your normal trash day without requiring a special appointment. However, to protect the sanitation workers from potential bed bug exposure, all mattresses, box springs, and upholstered seating must be fully encased and sealed in heavy-duty plastic wrap. Without this plastic barrier, the crew will legally refuse to load the items onto the truck. Appliances containing freon require a professional extraction certificate before they can be taken away.
Handling Seasonal Yard Trimmings
Disposing of organic debris requires a bit of preparation. North Royalton homeowners should place grass clippings, leaves, and small plant matter into biodegradable brown kraft bags or unlined personal trash cans that are clearly marked for yard waste. Plastic bags are strictly prohibited for organic matter. If you are pruning bushes or trees, the limbs must be cut into lengths of four feet or less, bundled tightly with string or twine, and placed near your yard waste bags. Each bundle or bag must weigh less than 50 pounds.
Recognized Holidays and Schedule Shifts
Your regular trash day may change during weeks featuring major federal holidays. Rumpke observes New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. When a holiday falls on a weekday, all collection routes scheduled for that day and the remainder of the week are delayed by one 24-hour period. For instance, Thursday pickups will happen on Friday, and Friday pickups will shift to Saturday.
Drop-off Facilities
Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District
4750 East 131 Street, Garfield Heights, OH 44105
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should I call if my garbage cart was skipped this morning?
If your bins were correctly placed by 7:00 a.m. but were not emptied, you should contact Rumpke directly at 1-800-828-8171 to report the missed service and coordinate a recovery truck.
Can I throw away paint cans in my regular trash?
Liquid paint is prohibited in the regular trash. You must completely dry out latex paint using kitty litter or a commercial hardener before placing the open cans in your refuse cart. Oil-based paints must be taken to a hazardous waste round-up.
How do I get a replacement if my recycling cart is damaged?
Damaged or stolen municipal carts are repaired or replaced by the contractor. Call Rumpke customer service, provide your North Royalton address, and they will schedule a maintenance swap.