Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Warren
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 Toter (96-gallon) Bin (Trash)
Place your toter at the curb by 9:00 p.m. the night before collection. Remove the container from the curb no later than 12 hours after it is emptied.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household waste
- ✓Bagged wet garbage
- ✓Bagged grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Bagged pet waste
Drop-off Only (No curbside bins) Bin (Recycling)
Residents must transport their recyclables to a Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste Management District Drop-off Recycling Point.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics #1 (PETE) and #2 (HDPE)
- ✓Aluminum, tin, and steel cans
- ✓Newspapers and magazines
- ✓Junk mail
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Hazardous waste
- ✕Construction debris
Yard Waste Bin
During the fall collection period (Nov-Dec), leaves must be in biodegradable paper yard bags that are not taped or twist-tied. No branches or shrubs are picked up curbside.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves (bagged in toter year-round)
- ✓Leaves in biodegradable paper bags (curbside in autumn)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly with standard trash pickup
Placement
Place bulk items next to your toter by 9:00 p.m. the night before collection. Do not place anything on top of the container.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches and standard furniture
- ✓ Up to 10 extra trash bags
- ✓ Carpet (cut to manageable sizes)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Large appliances (call for disposal options)
- ✕ Dirt, rocks, and dead animals
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Electronic items (TVs, computers)
Setting out more than two cubic yards (e.g., more than a couch and 10 bags) will result in an automatic $75.00 surcharge per additional two cubic yards billed to your utility account.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your collection day falls on or after an observed holiday during the week, your garbage pickup will be delayed by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Because yard waste is generally placed inside the trash toter, it follows the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard refuse.
Garbage collection is NEVER delayed for President's Day, Columbus Day, Independence Day, Veterans Day, or the Friday after Thanksgiving.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Construction Debris Out
The Ohio EPA categorizes items like tile, bricks, cement, drywall, and plumbing fixtures as construction and demolition debris. These materials are strictly forbidden in your city toter. If an item was physically affixed to your dwelling, you must make alternative disposal arrangements.
Always Bag Your Grass
Never throw loose grass clippings, weeds, or wet leaves directly into your trash container. They will adhere to the plastic walls, rot, and prevent the container from emptying properly. Bagging these items is a mandatory department rule.
No Taping Leaf Bags
When placing leaves out for the specialized fall curbside collection, you must use standard biodegradable paper bags. Do not use masking tape or wire twist-ties to close them, as this disrupts the municipal composting process.
Seasonal Information
Autumn
November - DecemberThe city conducts a dedicated curbside leaf collection using a zoned schedule (e.g., NW side on Mondays, NE on Tuesdays). Leaves must be in biodegradable paper bags. No plastic bags, branches, or shrubs will be accepted.
Winter
Late December - JanuaryLive Christmas trees are not picked up at the curb. Residents must bring bare trees (all tinsel and ornaments removed) to the Environmental Services facility parking lot on S Park Avenue and place them in the designated roll-off container.
Spring/Summer
April - AugustDuring the spring and summer months, the city will pick up a maximum of 5 biodegradable leaf bags per week at the curb. Anything beyond that must be placed in your normal garbage toter or hauled directly to the department.
About Warren Waste Management
Municipal Trash Collection with 96-Gallon Toters
The City of Warren proudly operates its own Environmental Services Department to handle residential refuse. Standard service includes one heavy-duty 96-gallon toter per household, which national surveys indicate is more than enough for weekly disposal. Routes can begin as early as 10:00 p.m. the night before your scheduled collection, so the city strongly recommends placing your toter at the curb by 9:00 p.m. the evening prior to avoid missing the truck.
Generous Two-Cubic-Yard Bulk Limits
Warren offers a highly flexible approach to heavy household waste. Each week, residents are permitted to place up to two cubic yards of refuse at the curb without incurring extra fees. To put this in perspective, two cubic yards equates to your standard 96-gallon toter, a couch, and up to 10 additional trash bags. If a home cleanout exceeds this limit, the city will still collect it, but a $75.00 surcharge per additional two cubic yards will be added to your utility bill.
Bagging Requirements for Organic Yard Waste
While many cities forbid grass clippings in the regular trash, Warren permits yard trimmings to be disposed of inside your municipal toter year-round. However, there is a strict rule: all grass, leaves, and pet waste must be securely bagged before going into the container. Loose, unbagged organic waste sticks to the inside of the toters, causing severe odor issues and preventing the truck's automated arm from fully emptying the contents.
Backyard Service for Residents with Disabilities
Recognizing that moving a fully loaded 96-gallon toter to the street can be physically demanding, Warren offers a specialized Disability Services application. Single-occupant households with a physician's verification can apply to receive backyard collection service. Once approved, Environmental Services personnel will retrieve the toter directly from the home at the standard curbside rate, ensuring equitable waste disposal for everyone.
Partnering with Geauga-Trumbull for Recycling
Because the City of Warren's municipal fleet focuses exclusively on refuse and bulk items, there is currently no curbside recycling program. However, environmental stewardship is still strongly encouraged. Residents are directed to utilize the Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste Management District drop-off points for common recyclables and the Enterprise Boulevard facility for electronics and hazardous materials.
Drop-off Facilities
Warren Environmental Services Department
642 S Park Avenue, Warren, OH 44483
Materials Accepted
Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste Management Facility
5138 Enterprise Boulevard, Warren, OH 44481
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the City of Warren provide curbside recycling?
No, the city's municipal trucks focus solely on household refuse. Residents are encouraged to take their sorted recyclables and electronics to one of the Geauga-Trumbull Waste Management District drop-off points.
Can I throw grass clippings in my trash toter?
Yes, but they must be bagged first. You cannot throw loose grass clippings, leaves, or pet waste directly into the toter, as they will stick to the inside, cause terrible odors, and prevent the bin from fully emptying into the truck.
What if I am physically unable to roll my toter to the curb?
Warren offers a Disability Services rate. Single-occupant households who provide verification from a physician can have city personnel retrieve their toter from the backyard at the standard curbside collection price.
Is there a limit to how much bulk trash I can put out?
Yes. The standard fee covers up to two cubic yards of waste per week (equivalent to your toter, one couch, and about 10 extra bags). If you exceed this limit, the city will collect it but you will be charged an additional $75 for every extra two cubic yards.