Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Toledo
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.
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Refuse and municipal services are managed and billed together with water and sewer utilities through the Toledo Department of Public Utilities.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, Phone, Self-Service Kiosks, Retail Locations
Pro Tip / Discount
Senior Water Discount available for homeowners aged 65+ or permanently disabled, a 25% Water Rate Affordability Program (WRAP) discount for qualifying low-income residents, and a $1 monthly credit for paperless billing.
Gray Bin (Trash)
All trash must be tightly bagged and tied before being placed inside the gray container. Position the cart within 2 feet of the curb with wheels facing the house by 7:00 a.m.
Accepted Items
- ✓Non-recyclable household waste
- ✓Food wrappers
- ✓Styrofoam
- ✓Standard garbage
Blue Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be clean, dry, and placed loosely into the blue container. Never bag your recyclables.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard and paper
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Plastic containers (plastics #1, 2, 4, 5, 7)
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (all colors)
- ✓Milk and juice cartons
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Ceramics and mirror glass
- ✕Hoses, ropes, and textiles
- ✕Wood and yard waste
- ✕Polystyrene foam
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste is managed as bulk trash. Branches and brush must be securely tied into bundles no larger than 3 feet by 4 feet, or up to 6 feet in length if under 2 feet in diameter. Nails must be removed. No single bundle can exceed 40 pounds.
Accepted Items
- ✓Brush
- ✓Small branches
- ✓Lumber
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on your regular trash collection day.
Placement
Place bulk items at the front curb alongside your gray trash container. There is no alley or side street bulk pickup in Toledo.
Accepted
- ✓ Small furniture items (under 40 lbs)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs (must be wrapped)
- ✓ Small appliances (under 40 lbs)
- ✓ Bundled wood, brush, or scrap lumber (nails removed)
- ✓ Rugs and carpeting (tied in 3' x 4' rolls)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Items weighing over 40 lbs
- ✕ More than 5 bulk items in one week
- ✕ Hazardous waste and wet paint
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Propane tanks and compressed gas cylinders
This weekly service is provided to residents at no additional charge and completely replaces the old monthly scheduled bulk system.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Republic Services delays Toledo collection by one day for only the five major holidays listed above. If the holiday falls on or before your normal service day during the workweek, pickup will be pushed back by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Because bulk items and bundled yard waste are collected concurrently with regular weekly garbage, their collection also shifts by one day during observed holiday weeks.
Holidays like MLK Day, Presidents' Day, Veterans' Day, Juneteenth, and Independence Day (if it falls on a weekend) do not cause any delays to curbside collection schedules.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
March to MaySpring cleaning is a great time to take advantage of the 'Clean Toledo' events, which begin in the spring. These weekend events offer safe drop-offs for up to 10 scrap tires, old paint, and electronic waste.
Summer
June to AugustSummer DIY projects generate plenty of scrap wood. Remember to pound flat or completely remove all nails and screws from lumber, and bundle it securely before placing it out as part of your 5-item weekly bulk allowance.
Fall
September to NovemberToledo operates a dedicated Fall Leaf Collection program. Watch the city's schedule for your neighborhood's vacuum week, and rake leaves just over the curb to keep storm drains clear.
Local Tips & Community Info
Republic Services and the Engage Toledo System
Waste management in the Glass City is a collaborative effort. While the city oversees the overarching municipal waste program, the actual physical curbside collection is contracted out to Republic Services. For residents, the central hub for all sanitation requests is Engage Toledo. Whether you are dealing with a damaged cart, a missed street, or illegal dumping in your alleyway, dialing 419-936-2020 connects you directly with city representatives who manage these service tickets and coordinate with the hauling crews.
Cart Set-Out Times and Clearance Rules
Toledo homes are equipped with a gray refuse cart and a blue recycling cart. Collection begins early, so you are required to have both containers at the curb or alley line no later than 6:00 a.m. on your designated trash day. The trucks utilize mechanical lifting arms, requiring a specific spatial footprint to operate safely. You must ensure there is a minimum of three feet of lateral clearance between your bins, and they must be positioned completely free of obstructions like parked cars, utility poles, and fire hydrants.
Your Monthly Bulk Item Allowance
One of the standout benefits for Toledo residents is the monthly bulk waste program. Every household paying for city refuse collection is entitled to one free bulk pickup per month. You can set out up to five cubic yards of material, which is roughly equivalent to the bed of a standard pickup truck. However, this is not an automatic service. Homeowners must call Engage Toledo in advance to schedule the pickup. Items like furniture, mattresses, and rolled carpeting are accepted, but hazardous chemicals, tires, and construction rubble are strictly prohibited.
Keeping the Blue Bin Contamination-Free
Recycling correctly is critical to keeping the city's processing costs down. Your blue bin is collected on an every-other-week rotation. Acceptable materials include clean cardboard, paper, glass jars, aluminum cans, and plastic jugs. A major point of emphasis for the city is keeping plastic bags out of the recycling stream. Tanglers like grocery bags, hoses, and electrical cords jam the sorting machinery. All recyclables should be placed loose inside the blue container.
Fall Leaf Pick-Up and Seasonal Yard Debris
During the autumn months, the city rolls out a comprehensive leaf collection program. Neighborhoods are divided into specific zones, and crews sweep through the streets to vacuum up leaves raked to the edge of the curb. It is vital that residents do not mix sticks, branches, or trash into these leaf piles, as foreign objects can severely damage the vacuum equipment. Outside of the fall leaf program, residents can utilize designated municipal drop-off sites to dispose of general yard waste and brush.
Holiday Routing Disruptions
Collection delays are a normal part of the calendar year when federal holidays occur. When an observed holiday lands on a Monday through Friday, all subsequent collection days for that week are delayed by 24 hours. Friday routes will ultimately be picked up on Saturday. Engage Toledo consistently posts updated holiday schedules on its digital channels to ensure neighborhoods know exactly when to roll their carts out.
Drop-off Facilities
Hoffman Road Landfill
3962 Hoffman Road, Toledo, OH 43611
Materials Accepted
Clean Toledo Center
3900 Creekside Ave, Toledo, OH 43612
Materials Accepted
Toledo Botanical Garden Food Waste Drop-Off
5430 W Bancroft Street, Toledo, OH 43615
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I request a bulk trash pickup in Toledo?
You must contact Engage Toledo at 419-936-2020 to schedule your free monthly bulk collection, which allows for up to five cubic yards of large household items.
Why didn't Republic Services empty my recycling bin?
Bins are often skipped if they are placed too close to vehicles, are overflowing, or contain highly contaminated items like plastic grocery bags or yard waste.
What number do I call if my garbage was missed?
All missed collections, cart repairs, and sanitation complaints should be directed to the Engage Toledo call center at 419-936-2020.