Seminole County is located in central Florida. The Public Works Department is responsible for trash removal services in Seminole County. This includes seven cities and unincorporated areas such as Altamonte Springs, Casselberry, Lake Mary, Oviedo, Sanford, and Winter Springs. Residents must first identify their correct residential area to receive services.
The Public Works Department provides all trash collection services according to designated schedules. To perform their duties effectively, the department requires cooperation from residents, who must follow the trash rules to help maintain cleanliness in Seminole County under the Seminole County Garbage Pickup Schedule.
Seminole County Trash Schedule
Are you looking for your trash pickup schedule? Click the link below to view the unincorporated Seminole County trash schedule list. Identify your area to find your trash pickup schedule. Prepare your trash properly according to Seminole County laws to ensure timely pickup.
Trash Pickup Schedule (seminolecountyfl.gov)
Garbage Collection Schedule
Place all material at the curbside by 6 AM on your scheduled collection day according to the Seminole County Garbage Pickup Schedule. Residents should use city-issued trash carts, but if they have more trash than can fit in the cart, they can place extra bags next to the cart. Note that residents must purchase their own trash carts, as the Solid Waste Management Department does not provide them.
Several rules apply when placing carts at the curbside:
- Place your cart in an obstacle-free area to allow the hydraulic arms of the collection truck to access it.
- Ensure the cart’s handles face the street for easy pickup, and avoid blocking sidewalks.
- Remove your cart as soon as possible after collection.
Seminole Recycling Guidelines
According to the recycling collection schedule, place your recycling cart at the curbside by 6 AM to ensure pickup. The Solid Waste Management Department does not accept plastic bags, as they cause issues in the recycling process. Place all recycling materials loosely in the cart, and ensure only clean, empty, and dry items are placed inside.
Acceptable recycling materials include:
- Paper and cardboard (e.g., pizza boxes, newspapers, magazines, office paper)
- Aluminum cans
- Plastics labeled with numbers 1 to 7
- Glass bottles and jars
Do not place prohibited items, such as Styrofoam, in the recycling cart, as they will not be collected.
Bulk Items Pickup
Bulk items can be collected upon request in Seminole County. Acceptable bulk trash includes furniture, mattresses, carpets, and home appliances. If you have bulk trash and need it collected, click the link below to request pickup. Once you make the request, Waste Management will send a text message with further instructions.
Bulk Collection Request (seminolecountyfl.gov)
If your bulk trash includes home appliances like HVAC equipment or water heaters, you must notify Waste Management in advance. Service areas are divided into two categories:
- Waste Pro Service Area: Call 407-774-0800 to notify them of appliance pickups.
- Waste Management Service Area: Call 407-464-0664 to inform them of appliance pickups.
Yard Waste Collection
Yard trash is collected on the same day as your regular garbage collection under the Seminole County Garbage Pickup Schedule. Acceptable yard waste includes tree branches, grass clippings, palm fronds, and Christmas trees. For tree branches, cut them into lengths of 2 feet, tie them into bundles, and place them at the curbside. Yard trash containers must be labeled “yard trash” for easy identification by the collection crew. Do not include dirt, sod, or construction debris in the yard waste pile, as these materials will not be collected.
Holidays Schedule
Certain holidays will affect your regular trash collection schedule. If your collection day falls on a holiday, services will be delayed by one day. For example, if your trash is normally collected on Monday and a holiday occurs on that day, collection will be moved to Tuesday. The delay will affect all collections for the week. Check the schedule below for changes during holiday weeks.
| Holidays | Date & Day | Change in Trash Collection Services |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1, 2024 (Monday) | No trash collection on Monday. Collection will occur on Tuesday, January 2, 2024. |
| Independence Day | July 4, 2024 (Thursday) | No trash collection on Thursday. Collection will occur on Friday, July 5, 2024. |
| Thanksgiving Day | November 28, 2024 (Thursday) | No trash collection on Thursday. Collection will occur on Friday, November 29, 2024. |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2024 (Wednesday) | No trash collection on Wednesday. Collection will occur on Thursday, December 26, 2024. |
