The Solid Waste Recource guide is a comprehensive guide of everything you need to know for Garbage, Recycling, Bulky & Yard Waste and Loose Leaf collection in the fall. Click on the guide to open.
There could be various reasons for incomplete collections, such as equipment issues or improper preparation of materials. Contacting customer care can help address any concerns and arrange for proper collection.
Contacting the customer care center (704.922.5555) or code enforcement is recommended to report illegal dumping. They can investigate the matter and take appropriate action to address the issue.
Place items at the curb by 6 a.m. on your scheduled collection day.
Solid waste services are funded by taxes, but there are limits and guidelines in place to ensure fair and efficient collection for all residents. These guidelines help manage resources effectively and maintain a clean and healthy environment for the community.
Yes, there is a calendar that you can download from our city website which lists the Blue/Green weeks for recycling and bulk waste. But there is also a quick and easy app with all of that and more. Download Cartology to view your garbage and recycling schedule, set reminders, report service issues or make requests, and search how to dispose of various items.
Old charcoal and burnt embers can typically be disposed of in regular household trash. However, it's essential to ensure they are fully extinguished and cooled before disposal to prevent fire hazards.
Our services are funded by both a Solid Waste Fee ($3.66 per month) and General Fund tax dollars. The Fee is estimated to cover 18% of the costs for all residential services (approximately $21.66 per month).
The Landfill is owned and operated by Republic Services; however, the city has a Host City agreement with the Landfill that allows for free disposal of all single-family residential waste generated within the city limits until 2035
Our current collection method is 100% automated in order to maintain the safety of our operators and the efficiency of our routes.
Covering toilets in plastic helps prevent spillage and ensures safe handling during collection. It's a standard safety practice to minimize potential health hazards for collection staff.
Breaking down bulky items like basketball goals ensures safe and efficient collection and disposal. It also helps conserve space in collection vehicles and reduces the risk of injury during handling.
Bulk waste refers to items too large to fit inside the garbage cart, such as furniture, swing sets, and toilets, etc.
It does not include extra bags of trash filled with miscellaneous items like clothes or shoes. Consider donating these items or placing them bagged inside the garbage cart.
Bulky Waste is collected bi-weekly, the same day as your recycling. Please place items such as furniture, appliances, carpet/padding and small amounts of construction debris curbside, 2 feet away from carts by 6 a.m.
Non-yard waste items like stone, concrete, brick, dirt, and rocks, can be dispose of at the Cabarrus County Landfill located at 4441 Irish Potato Road, Concord.
Solid Waste Resource Guide