Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Troy
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.
Any Color (Resident-Provided) Bin (Trash)
Place trash in compliant containers at the curb. Special items like broken glass or dried paint must be properly prepared. Liquid chemicals and medical sharps are banned.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Dried latex paint
- ✓Small household items
- ✓Light bulbs wrapped in paper
Green Toter (Rumpke) Bin (Recycling)
Because Rumpke uses automated lift-arm trucks, toters must be accessible. Do not place items next to or on top of the cart, and ensure the lid can fully close.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard and paper
- ✓Metal cans (aluminum and steel)
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
Do NOT Include
- ✕Loose plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Ceramics or dishes
- ✕Batteries or electronics
Yard Waste Bin
Use only biodegradable paper yard bags (plastic bags are strictly prohibited) or securely bundle brush no larger than 4 inches in diameter. Set out on your regular trash day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged grass clippings
- ✓Leaves in paper bags
- ✓Bundled brush (under 4 feet long)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on regular trash day
Placement
Place special trash items at the same location as your weekly trash, but separate them slightly for ease of pickup.
Accepted
- ✓ Appliances (without Freon)
- ✓ Mattresses and box-springs
- ✓ Carpeting (cut to 4-foot lengths and tied)
- ✓ Lawn care equipment and furniture
Not Accepted
- ✕ Freon appliances
- ✕ Construction and demolition materials
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Entire household clean-outs or evictions
Included in standard residential service; however, evictions or whole-house cleanouts are not permitted and require renting a private dumpster.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When a major holiday falls on a weekday, trash and recycling collections are pushed back by one day for the remainder of the week, with Friday routes collected on Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste is collected concurrently with standard trash and follows the exact same holiday delay schedule.
Because the City of Troy operates its own trash fleet while Rumpke handles recycling, always verify specific holiday delays directly on the Troy city website.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Hefty ReNew Program for Hard Plastics
Troy participates in the unique Hefty ReNew program. You can purchase special orange ReNew bags for hard-to-recycle plastics like foam containers and plastic films. Fill these bags, tie them tight, and place them directly in your Rumpke recycling toter.
Automated Arm Clearance
Rumpke uses automated trucks to collect recyclables. Keep all recyclable items inside the cart so the lid closes completely. Any extra cardboard placed on top of or next to the toter will be ignored by the driver.
Wrap Your Broken Glass
While broken glass and old fluorescent light bulbs are accepted in your regular municipal garbage, they must be completely wrapped in heavy paper and taped securely to protect the city's sanitation workers from accidental cuts.
Seasonal Information
Autumn
October to NovemberDuring the fall leaf season, the city provides specialized curbside collection for unbagged, loose leaves. Check the official Troy Leaf Collection map for specific neighborhood sweep dates.
Winter
December to JanuaryDuring major winter holidays like Christmas and New Year's Day, trash and recycling schedules are typically delayed by one day for the remainder of the week. Saturday is utilized as a make-up day for Friday routes.
Spring and Summer
April to SeptemberPeak lawn care season means extra grass clippings and brush. Ensure grass is always placed in biodegradable paper yard bags, as plastic yard waste bags are strictly prohibited by the Solid Waste Regulations.
About Troy Waste Management
Dual-Hauler Residential Waste Collection
In Troy, Ohio, residential waste management is a collaborative, dual-system effort. The City of Troy's own Solid Waste Division operates the fleet that handles weekly garbage, brush, and yard waste collections for approximately 9,000 households. Meanwhile, the city contracts exclusively with Rumpke to manage the automated collection of curbside recyclables. Residents must direct inquiries about missed trash to the city's Central Service Facility, while following Rumpke's specific automated toter guidelines for their recycling.
Special Trash and Normal Replacements
Disposing of large household items in Troy is exceptionally convenient, as the city conducts 'Special Trash Collection' concurrently with your regular weekly trash day. Unlike other municipalities that require advance scheduling or hefty fees, Troy will pick up ordinary household replacement items like mattresses, carpeting cut to four-foot lengths, and dishwashers alongside standard bins. However, entire move-outs, whole-house cleanouts, or eviction debris are explicitly prohibited.
Dye Mill Road Compost Facility Access
Troy takes yard waste diversion seriously, maintaining the Dye Mill Road Compost Facility specifically for organic material drop-offs. While the city provides weekly curbside collection for paper-bagged grass and bundled brush, the compost facility serves as an essential free alternative for residents dealing with larger unaccepted debris, such as tree branches over four inches in diameter, root stumps, or bulk leaves outside the autumn season.
Handling Hazardous Materials and Freon
The City of Troy prohibits hazardous materials, including liquid oil-based paints, construction debris, and Freon-containing appliances from curbside collections. If you need to dispose of an old refrigerator, tires, or toxic chemicals, the city partners closely with the Miami County Solid Waste District and the Miami County Transfer Station on North County Road 25A to provide residents with legal, safe drop-off alternatives and specialized collection events.
Drop-off Facilities
Dye Mill Road Compost Facility
Dye Mill Road, Troy, OH 45373
Materials Accepted
Miami County Transfer Station
2400 N. County Road 25A, Troy, OH 45373
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles trash and recycling in Troy, Ohio?
Residential garbage and yard waste are collected by the City of Troy's Solid Waste Division. However, the city contracts with Rumpke to provide automated curbside recycling collection.
How do I dispose of old paint in Troy?
Liquid oil-based paints are considered hazardous and cannot be thrown away. However, latex paint can be placed in your regular trash if you dry it out completely by mixing it with sawdust or cat litter and leaving the lid off so the driver can inspect it.
Does Troy pick up mattresses or large appliances?
Yes, Troy provides a 'Special Trash Collection' on your normal pickup day. You can place mattresses, furniture, and appliances without Freon at the curb. Carpeting must be cut into 4-foot lengths and securely tied.
What are the rules for yard waste bags in Troy?
Grass clippings, leaves, and small brush must be placed in biodegradable paper yard waste bags. Plastic bags are strictly prohibited. Brush must be cut under 4 feet and tied in bundles if not bagged.