Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Solon
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.
City-issued 95-gallon Cart Bin (Trash)
All rubbish must be bagged. Place carts at least 3 feet away from mailboxes and cars, with arrows facing the street. Set out before 7:00 AM on collection day, but no earlier than 7:00 PM the night prior.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household rubbish
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
- ✓Securely sealed medical sharps (labeled 'sharps')
City-issued 95-gallon Recycling Cart Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must remain loose. Do not bag your recycling. Place at the curb by 7:00 AM on your regular rubbish collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard (packing removed)
- ✓Food-grade aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (emptied and rinsed)
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, cups, and tubs (caps on)
- ✓Clean brown paper grocery bags
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Broken ceramic and drinking glasses
- ✕Styrofoam and take-out containers
- ✕Hoses, ropes, and light strings
- ✕Scrap metal and tires
Yard Waste Bin
Must be placed in brown, biodegradable lawn bags not exceeding 50 pounds. Do not put sticks or branches inside these bags. Yard waste is picked up on your regular rubbish day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small yard trimmings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on scheduled collection day
Placement
Mattresses and box springs MUST be completely wrapped and sealed in plastic to be collected at the curb. Place large items at least 3 feet from your automated carts.
Accepted
- ✓ Exercise equipment
- ✓ General furniture
- ✓ Appliances
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs (MUST be wrapped)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction debris
- ✕ Household hazardous waste
- ✕ Wet paint
- ✕ Tires
Curbside bulk collection is included in city services. Alternately, residents can drop large items off at the Service Department yard on Cochran Road during weekday hours.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When the Public Works Department is closed for a recognized holiday, rubbish collection will typically be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and brush collection will follow the same one-day delay as household rubbish.
Thanksgiving Day features a unique exception: Thursday collections will be picked up on the Wednesday BEFORE Thanksgiving, rather than being delayed.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Plastic Popcorn Out of the Breeze
Loose plastic packaging materials and foam peanuts are the biggest source of blowing litter in Solon. Always seal these lightweight items tightly inside a garbage bag before tossing them into your automated trash cart.
Medical Sharps Belong in the Trash
Never place used needles or syringes in your recycling cart. To safely dispose of them in Solon, place them in a hard plastic container (like a laundry detergent bottle) with a sealable, taped lid. Clearly label it 'SHARPS' and put it in your regular rubbish cart.
No Sticks in the Leaf Bags
When utilizing the brown biodegradable yard bags for your grass clippings and leaves, strictly avoid adding branches or sticks, as these can puncture the bags and jam the Service Department's processing equipment.
Seasonal Information
Fall
October - NovemberRoadside leaf collection becomes the top priority for the Solid Waste Division. The city deploys vacuum trucks to efficiently manage heavy autumn foliage. Continue placing smaller lawn clippings in 50-pound biodegradable bags.
Summer
May - OctoberThe city's Dumpster Drop Program is active. Submit an online request at least three days in advance to reserve a temporary dumpster at your residence for major summer cleanups.
Winter
December - MarchEnsure your 95-gallon carts are placed clear of snowbanks so the automated arms of the collection trucks can safely reach them. Carts must be pulled back from the street within 3 days after collection to avoid confiscation.
About Solon Waste Management
Automated Collection System and Additional Cart Rentals
The City of Solon operates its own municipal Solid Waste Division, deploying specialized automated trucks Tuesday through Friday. Every residence is issued a serial-numbered 95-gallon cart that belongs to the property. If your household regularly generates excess waste, you can rent a second 95-gallon automated cart directly from the Solon Service Department for a fee of $70, up to a strict maximum of two carts per home.
Battling Litter with Mandatory Bagging Laws
While many municipalities only recommend bagging household garbage, Solon enforces it as a strict requirement. The Service Department cites loose trash—especially plastic packaging "popcorn" and peanuts—as the city's primary litter issue. All refuse must be securely bagged before being placed in your 95-gallon trash cart. In contrast, all recyclables must remain completely loose and unbagged in the recycling cart.
The Unique Thanksgiving Schedule Shift
Holiday refuse schedules in Solon feature a very rare exception. While most major holidays simply delay collection by a single day for the rest of the week, the Thanksgiving holiday operates differently. Because Public Works crews are off on Thursday and Friday, standard Thursday Thanksgiving collections are actually moved forward and picked up on the Wednesday before the holiday.
The Seasonal Dumpster Drop Program
For major spring cleaning, home renovations, or massive purges, residents do not need to rely solely on private roll-off companies. Between May and October, Solon offers a highly convenient Dumpster Drop Program. Residents can request a city-owned dumpster to be temporarily parked in their driveway for bulk loading. Advance online reservation is required, and spots fill up extremely quickly.
Class IV Municipal Composting Facility
Rather than shipping organic waste to distant regional landfills, Solon manages its yard trimmings in-house via a municipal Class IV compost facility. The Service Department collects yard waste year-round, processing it into high-quality mulch and compost. Residents can purchase this material for just $10 per cubic yard, with city crews loading it into your truck for free on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
Drop-off Facilities
Solon Municipal Service Center
6600 Cochran Road, Solon, OH 44139
Materials Accepted
Solon Service Department (Election Signs & Special Drop-offs)
6600 Cochran Road, Solon, OH 44139
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I leave my empty automated trash cart at the curb for a few days?
No. Solon city ordinances state that empty containers must be removed from the street line and returned to storage promptly. If a cart is left at the street for more than 3 days after collection, the Service Director may confiscate it after issuing proper notice, requiring you to purchase a replacement.
How do I throw away a mattress in Solon?
To protect sanitation workers, all mattresses and box springs must be entirely wrapped and sealed in plastic. Once wrapped, you can place them curbside by 7:00 AM on your regular pick-up day, or drop them off at the Service Department on Cochran Road during their operating hours.
Does the city pick up Thanksgiving trash late?
No, it is actually picked up early. Unlike most holidays that cause a one-day delay, Solon Public Works collects the Thursday Thanksgiving route on the Wednesday prior to the holiday. Be sure to have your carts out by Wednesday morning during Thanksgiving week.
What is the Dumpster Drop Program?
Between May and October, Solon residents can request a city-owned dumpster to be temporarily dropped in their driveway for major cleanups. You must submit a request form online at least 72 hours in advance. The Service Department will contact you with approval, as availability is highly limited.