Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Solon
Trash Day
Curbside trash collection is provided weekly Tuesday through Friday according to your designated neighborhood route.
Recycling
Recycling is collected weekly on the same day as your scheduled trash collection.
Yard Waste
Bagged yard waste (in brown paper bags) is collected on your regular rubbish day, while large brush piles are picked up on a rotating citywide schedule.
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day (and no earlier than 7:00 PM the night before).
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Curbside trash and recycling services are provided by the City of Solon Service Department, while sanitary sewer is billed quarterly by the city and water is billed separately via Cleveland Water.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (ACH), Mail, Phone, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Eligible residents can apply for the Homestead Sewer Rate discount as well as the Summer Use Adjustment program.
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
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.
Local Tips & Community Info
Solon's Automated Curbside Waste Collection
The City of Solon Solid Waste Division provides dedicated rubbish and recycling services to residents. Routes run from Tuesday through Friday across the community. To ensure your bins are emptied on time, place them at the curb no later than 7:00 AM on your assigned collection day. You are permitted to bring them out as early as 7:00 PM the evening prior. Promptly retrieve your empty bins once the trucks have passed; containers left at the street for more than three days post-collection run the risk of being confiscated by the Service Director, which requires purchasing a replacement.
Bin Placement and Bagging Regulations
Because Solon utilizes an automated truck arm system, proper cart positioning is absolutely critical for seamless service. Keep your city-issued 95-gallon carts a minimum of three feet away from mailboxes, parked vehicles, and utility poles. Point the lid arrows directly toward the street. Additionally, municipal regulations strictly mandate that all household garbage must be securely bagged before being thrown into the trash cart. Loose items, especially plastic packing peanuts and lightweight wrappers, are highly prone to blowing away and creating severe neighborhood litter during the dumping process.
Requesting a Second Household Trash Cart
Solon assigns a unique, recorded serial number to each 95-gallon cart, meaning the bin belongs to the physical property and must remain there if the current occupant moves. If a single bin proves insufficient for your family's weekly waste generation, the Solon Service Department allows residents to easily rent a second 95-gallon cart. The rental fee for this extra container is $70. Please note that the city enforces a strict limit of two automated garbage carts per household to maintain optimal route efficiency and keep neighborhood streets uncluttered.
Yard Trimmings and Seasonal Leaf Pickup
Managing landscape debris is highly convenient thanks to the city's comprehensive yard waste initiatives. Solon proudly operates a Class IV compost facility and regularly collects bagged grass clippings along with bundled brush at the curb. Furthermore, during the autumn season, roadside leaf collection becomes a massive priority for the Service Department. Residents are encouraged to rake their fallen leaves directly to the curb according to the city's seasonal zone map for industrial vacuum removal, ensuring properties remain neat and storm drains stay clear throughout the changing Ohio seasons.
Disposing of Large Bulk Items
Getting rid of old furniture, mattresses, or broken appliances does not have to be a hassle. The Solid Waste Division provides specialized bulk item management for the community. For items that cannot physically fit inside your automated cart, residents can consult the city's official Dumpster Drop Calendar or learn about special large-item collections. Keep in mind that certain items like carpet rolls or discarded mattresses may have specific wrapping requirements to protect municipal sanitation workers from health hazards, so always review the most current local guidelines before hauling massive debris to the curb.
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
What should I do if my rubbish cart is damaged or stolen?
Since the City of Solon issues and tracks all carts via specific serial numbers, you should immediately contact the Service Department. They can arrange for professional repairs or officially issue a replacement container if your bin is damaged by the automated trucks or goes missing.
Can I put loose trash directly into the Solon city cart?
No. The Solon Solid Waste Division explicitly mandates that all household rubbish must be tied tightly in bags before being placed in the 95-gallon cart. This strict rule prevents loose debris from flying out and littering the streets while the mechanical truck arm tips the bin.
How do holidays impact my Solon trash pickup?
When a major recognized holiday falls on a scheduled weekday, rubbish and recycling routes for that day and the remainder of the week are typically delayed by exactly one day. Residents should always check the official Solon Holiday Rubbish Schedule on the city website to confirm exact dates.