Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Stow
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.
Dark Green (Kimble Cart) Bin (Trash)
Place carts at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your collection day with the arrows pointing toward the street. Allow 3 feet of clearance.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Styrofoam
Bright Green (Kimble Cart) Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables must be placed loose in the cart. Do not put items inside plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard (broken down)
- ✓Paper and junk mail
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic jugs and bottles
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, cords)
- ✕Food-soiled paper (pizza boxes)
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Batteries
Yard Waste Bin
Use Kraft paper bags or personal cans marked 'Yard Waste'. Bundled brush must be tied, under 4 feet long, and under 50 lbs.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small branches
- ✓Plant trimmings
- ✓Weeds
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly
Placement
Place your single bulk item at least 3 feet away from your trash cart. All mattresses and upholstered items must be entirely wrapped and sealed in plastic.
Accepted
- ✓ Sofas and chairs
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Appliances (Freon must be professionally removed)
- ✓ Large toys
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Cast iron bathtubs
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Vehicle parts
- ✕ Hazardous liquids
The weekly one-item bulk pickup is included in your standard residential solid waste fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a Monday through Friday, all collections for the remainder of that week will be delayed by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste collection is delayed in the exact same manner as trash and recycling during a holiday week.
If the holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there is no interruption, and the regular weekday collection schedule remains in effect.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Tanglers Out
Never place garden hoses, extension cords, or wire in your recycling cart. These items wrap around the sorting gears at the recycling plant, causing major delays and safety hazards.
Leave the Lids On
When recycling plastic bottles and jugs, give them a quick rinse, crush them lightly to save space, and twist the plastic caps back on before tossing them in the bin.
Skip the Plastic Bags
Your recyclables should always be loose. If you collect recycling in a plastic bag inside your house, dump the contents into the Kimble cart and throw the empty bag in the trash.
Seasonal Information
Autumn
October to DecemberThe City of Stow operates an annual Fall Leaf Pickup program. Residents can rake leaves to the curb (not into the street) for the city's vacuum trucks, which run on a specific zone schedule independent of Kimble's service.
Winter
Late December to JanuaryLive Christmas trees are typically collected at the curb by Kimble on your regular trash day. All lights, tinsel, and ornaments must be removed, and trees longer than 4 feet should be cut in half.
Spring
April to MaySpring yard cleanup generates heavy debris. Remember that dirt, rocks, and root balls cannot go into yard waste bags, as they make the bags too heavy and damage collection equipment.
About Stow Waste Management
Automated Refuse Collection for Stow Residents
The City of Stow partners with Kimble Companies to provide weekly, automated curbside collection for all single-family residences. By utilizing automated collection trucks, the city ensures faster and safer neighborhood pickups. Residents are issued heavy-duty Kimble carts, which must be positioned with the opening facing the street and kept at least three feet away from mailboxes, parked cars, or extra bulk items to allow the mechanical arms to operate smoothly.
Maximizing Your Single-Stream Recycling
Stow's recycling program operates on a single-stream basis, meaning all approved recyclables can be mixed together in your designated recycling cart. It is crucial to keep items clean, dry, and loose. Avoid bagging recyclables in plastic trash bags, as these easily jam the sorting machinery at the Kimble recycling facility. When in doubt about a specific plastic or paper product, throw it out rather than contaminating the entire bin.
Summit County Yard Waste Guidelines
Maintaining Stow's beautiful residential landscapes generates a significant amount of yard debris, which Kimble collects weekly during the growing season. Yard waste must never be mixed with regular household trash. Residents should use biodegradable brown Kraft paper bags or personal 32-gallon cans clearly labeled 'Yard Waste.' Any branches must be securely tied with twine into bundles no longer than four feet and weighing under 50 pounds.
Effortless Bulk Item Disposal
For furniture, mattresses, and other oversized items that simply won't fit inside your refuse cart, Stow's contract with Kimble allows for the collection of one large bulk item per week at no additional charge. This convenient feature eliminates the need to hold onto large junk items or haul them to a dump. However, health regulations dictate that all mattresses and upholstered furniture must be tightly wrapped in plastic before being placed at the curb.
Hazardous Waste Management at ReWorks
Stow is fortunate to be the home of ReWorks, the Summit County Household Hazardous Waste Center located on Graham Road. Because items like oil-based paint, pesticides, automotive fluids, and old electronics are strictly prohibited from curbside Kimble carts, Stow residents can safely drop off these materials at ReWorks during their operational season (typically June through September) to protect local waterways and soil.
Drop-off Facilities
ReWorks (Summit County HHW Facility)
1201 Graham Rd, Stow, OH 44224
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides residential trash collection in Stow, OH?
Kimble Companies is the exclusive residential solid waste and recycling hauler for the City of Stow. They provide weekly automated collection.
Can I throw out a mattress on my regular trash day?
Yes, Stow residents can place one bulk item, such as a mattress, out per week. However, the mattress must be completely wrapped and sealed in plastic to be collected.
How do I participate in Stow's fall leaf collection?
During the fall, the City of Stow operates its own leaf vacuum trucks. You should rake loose leaves to the edge of your property (behind the curb) according to the city's published zone schedule.
Where can I dispose of old paint and chemicals?
Stow residents can take household hazardous waste, like oil-based paints and chemicals, to the ReWorks facility located at 1201 Graham Road on Thursdays during their summer operating season.