Phoenix Trash & Recycling Pickup Schedule (2025)
Complete guide for Phoenix, AZ: weekly trash collection, blue bin recycling, new appointment-based bulk trash, tree/yard waste, holiday changes, HHW events, and how to report service issues.
Trash (Landfill Cart)
Weekly curbside or alley service (city-issued cart). Set out the night before; lids closed; ~3 ft clearance from cars/obstacles.
Recycling (Blue Bin)
Weekly, typically the same day as trash; single-stream. See accepted materials list below.
Bulk Trash (New)
Now by appointment; up to 4 pickups/year (from 2025). Book online or call Customer Services.
📍 Address Lookup (Official)
Find your exact collection day(s) for trash and recycling, and see holiday impacts. The city highlights that only **three holidays** may change your day: **Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day**.
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🗓️ Weekly Pickup & Set-out Rules
- Trash: weekly collection in city cart (curb or alley, depending on route).
- Recycling (blue): weekly, generally the same day as trash (different truck).
- Set-out time: place carts the night before or early morning; **lids closed**; allow ~3 ft clearance; handles toward house.
- Overflow/contamination: keep materials inside the cart; wrong items may lead to tags or non-collection.
- Yard waste: use Green Organics service/bags as directed; see section below.
♻️ Recycling — Accepted & Not Accepted
Accepted (Blue Bin)
- Paper & cardboard (flatten; clean pizza boxes)
- Glass bottles & jars
- Metal cans (aluminum/steel)
- Hard plastics #1–#5 & #7 (bottles, jugs, tubs, lids)
Not Accepted
- Plastic bags/film, foam (polystyrene)
- Electronics, cords, batteries
- Food waste or liquids
- Hazardous waste/chemicals
Residential Recycling (City)
Zero Waste Recycling List (PDF)
📦 Bulk Trash — Appointment System
- Appointments required: Book online or call **602-262-6251**; most areas have availability within a couple of weeks.
- Frequency: From January 2025, each customer may schedule up to 4 bulk collections/year (≥ 3 business days in advance).
- Set-out rules: Place items at curb (not alley) per appointment window; follow size/weight guidelines published by the city.
🌿 Green Organics / Yard Waste
- Phoenix offers a Green Organics container for yard waste (branches, grass, cactus, untreated wood, etc.). Check the full list of accepted materials.
- Keep separate from regular trash; follow weight, length, and bundle limits where applicable.
⚠️ Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)
Phoenix’s HHW program helps with the disposal of paints, chemicals, oils, batteries, and e-waste through events and scheduled collection.
- Check the HHW page for upcoming dates or in-home collections when available.
- Special events (e.g., Battery Drop-Off) are announced on the calendar.
🏗️ Drop-off Sites & Events
| Site/Event | Address | Hours/When | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Disposal Drop-Off (example) | Steele Indian School Park — N. Central Ave & Farrington Dr. | Check calendar (e.g., Oct 9, 2025) | For household batteries only; other HHW via HHW program. |
| Appliance Recycling (curbside options) | By appointment (curbside) | See program page | Accepts refrigerant & non-refrigerant appliances; fee details on page. |
🎉 Holiday Schedule
- Phoenix maintains same-day service for most holidays; collections only change on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. Check details and exact dates each year.
🚚 Missed Pickup — What to Do
- Confirm that the carts were set out on time, with lids closed and no obstructions (about 3 ft of clearance).
- Check notices on the Public Works pages (holidays/alerts).
- If it still isn’t collected, contact Customer Services at 602-262-6251 or use the corresponding form.
💲 Cart Sizes & Fees
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Trash & Recycling | City-served residences with issued carts; consult city site for current rates/charges if applicable. |
| Green Organics | Optional program for yard waste; see terms and accepted materials. |
🏢 Apartments / Multi-family
Multi-family complexes and commercial properties typically use private haulers; residents should check with building management for service days, recycling, and bulk pickup. (City general reference)
📞 Contacts & Customer Service
- PHX Customer Services (Public Works): 602-262-6251 — preguntas, festivos, citas bulk.
- Public Works Dept Hub: servicios de basura, reciclaje, bulk y organics.
🔗 Data Sources