What holidays affect trash pickup in Fort Collins?

Republic Services observes six holidays in Fort Collins: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day (Sat in 2026, no delay), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. When your collection day falls on or after one of these holidays, service shifts one day later for that week. MLK Day, Presidents' Day, and Veterans Day are normal collection days.

How does Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) work in Fort Collins?

PAYT means your monthly rate is based on your trash cart size — from XS (35-gallon, biweekly) to XL (190-gallon, weekly). All levels include weekly recycling and seasonal yard trimmings (April–November). Billing is quarterly from Republic Services.

What is the opt-out fee for Fort Collins trash service?

Residents who choose not to use Republic Services must pay a City-mandated opt-out fee of $11.41/month. Alternative haulers include Ram Waste Systems/Waste Connections at (970) 226-3396 and Step Up Disposals at (970) 888-1414, but the opt-out fee still applies.

Fort Collins Trash Pickup Schedule, Recycling & Bulk 2026

Q: Is recycling weekly in Fort Collins?

Yes. All PAYT service levels include weekly recycling collection — not every other week. Up to two 95-gallon recycling carts are included at no additional charge.

Q: How do I sign up for yard trimmings collection in Fort Collins?

Yard trimmings collection (April–November) is included in all PAYT service levels but must be activated. Contact Republic Services at (970) 484-5556 to sign up. You can opt out for $5/month savings. Branches must be 3 inches or less in diameter.

Q: Where can I drop off hazardous waste in Fort Collins?

The Larimer County HHW Facility at 5887 S. Taft Hill Road, Fort Collins is open Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. — closed Wednesdays and during high-wind days. Call the 24-hour info line at (970) 498-5770 before visiting. The Timberline Recycling Center at 1903 S. Timberline Road also accepts batteries, electronics, paint, and motor oil for free.

Everything Fort Collins residents need: Republic Services schedule, PAYT rates, curbside recycling rules, yard trimmings, bulky items, holiday delays, and HHW disposal.

City of Fort Collins · Republic Services contracted program · Pay-As-You-Throw · Updated April 2026

⭐ Schedule Finder

Find Your Fort Collins Collection Day

Your pickup day depends on your address. Republic Services collects trash and recycling on the same day each week. Select your day or cart size below for your full schedule details.

👈 Select your day above, or use Republic Services’ schedule tool to look up your address.

⚠ Don’t know your day? Look it up at republicservices.com/municipality/fort-collins-co or call Republic Services at (970) 484-5556. All contact options ↓

At a Glance

Fort Collins Waste Collection — Quick Facts

Since September 30, 2024, Fort Collins operates a city-contracted residential trash and recycling program through Republic Services (formerly Gallegos Sanitation). The program uses a Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) system where your monthly rate is based on your trash cart size. Weekly recycling and seasonal yard trimmings are included in every service level. The program covers all single-unit and small multi-unit homes (up to 7 units) within Fort Collins city limits.

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Garbage

Weekly*

*XS cart every 2 weeks; others weekly

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Recycling

Weekly

Up to two 95-gal carts, single-stream

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Yard Trimmings

Apr–Nov

Up to one 95-gal cart/week; free (opt-out saves $5/mo)

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Bulky Items

2 free/year

Included; contact Republic to schedule

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Timberline Center

Drop-off

Free drop-off for recyclables & hard-to-recycle materials

⚠ Fort Collins ≠ Larimer County (unincorporated). The contracted Republic Services program only covers properties within Fort Collins city limits. Loveland, Windsor, Timnath, Wellington, and unincorporated Larimer County are separate jurisdictions. Not sure if you’re in city limits? Check at fortcollins.gov or call the City at (970) 221-6600.

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Pay-As-You-Throw

Five Service Levels & PAYT Pricing

Fort Collins uses a Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) system — you pay based on your trash cart size. Every service level includes weekly recycling (up to two 95-gallon carts) and seasonal yard trimmings (April–November). You can cancel yard trimmings for a $5/month reduction. Billing is quarterly, directly from Republic Services. Prices are evaluated annually.

Service Level	Cart Size	Frequency	Monthly Rate	What’s Included
XS	35-gal trash cart	Every 2 weeks	~$11.10/mo	Trash (biweekly) + weekly recycling + seasonal yard trimmings
S	35-gal trash cart	Weekly	Higher than XS	Weekly trash + weekly recycling + seasonal yard trimmings
M	65-gal trash cart	Weekly	Mid-range	Weekly trash + weekly recycling + seasonal yard trimmings
L	95-gal trash cart	Weekly	Higher	Weekly trash + weekly recycling + seasonal yard trimmings
XL	190-gal trash cart	Weekly	Highest	Weekly trash + weekly recycling + seasonal yard trimmings

📋 Billing & Account Management

Billed quarterly directly by Republic Services (not on a City utility bill).
Manage your account at republicservices.com/municipality/fort-collins-co, via the Republic Services app, or by calling (970) 484-5556.
Prices are reviewed and adjusted annually based on operational costs.
To cancel yard trimmings service, contact Republic Services — this saves $5/month for all service levels except XS.
To change your cart size, call Republic Services or manage online. You must keep any new cart size for a minimum period before downsizing again.

⚠ Opt-out fee: $11.41/month. Residents who choose to use a different hauler instead of Republic Services must still pay the City’s monthly opt-out fee of $11.41. This is a City of Fort Collins policy (not Republic Services), designed to ensure a minimum participation level so the City can negotiate lower contracted rates. See the Opt-Out section below for alternative haulers.

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Holiday Schedule

Fort Collins Holiday Trash Collection Schedule 2026

Republic Services observes six federal holidays in Fort Collins. When your regular collection day falls on or after one of these holidays, service shifts one day later for the remainder of that week. The City observes the same delays. Check your schedule in the Republic Services app or at republicservices.com/schedule for exact adjusted dates each week.

Holiday	2026 Date	Impact	Notes
New Year’s Day	Thu, Jan 1	1-Day Delay	Thu & Fri routes shift by one day
MLK Day	Mon, Jan 19	Normal	Not observed by Republic Services in Fort Collins
Presidents’ Day	Mon, Feb 16	Normal	Not observed by Republic Services in Fort Collins
Memorial Day	Mon, May 25	1-Day Delay	Mon–Fri routes from Mon onward shift one day
Independence Day	Sat, Jul 4	Normal	Falls on Saturday — no weekday impact
Labor Day	Mon, Sep 7	1-Day Delay	Mon–Fri routes from Mon onward shift one day
Veterans Day	Wed, Nov 11	Normal	Not observed by Republic Services in Fort Collins
Thanksgiving Day	Thu, Nov 26	1-Day Delay	Thu & Fri routes shift by one day
Christmas Day	Fri, Dec 25	1-Day Delay	Fri routes shift to Saturday that week

💡 Republic Services notifies customers of holiday changes. Sign up for email or text alerts through your Republic Services account or the app to receive advance notice before any holiday schedule change. You can also check your personalized schedule at republicservices.com/schedule year-round.

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Curbside Recycling

Curbside Recycling — What Goes in the Cart

Fort Collins uses single-stream recycling collected every week on the same day as trash. Every PAYT service level includes up to two 95-gallon recycling carts at no additional charge. Carts out by 6:00 a.m. on your collection day. Items must be empty, clean, and loose — do not bag recyclables. Use the City’s Recycling A to Z Guide at apps.fcgov.com/recycling for any item you’re unsure about.

✅ Accepted Curbside

Paper & cardboard: newspapers, magazines, office paper, mail, catalogs, flattened cardboard boxes, paperboard, paper bags, pizza boxes
Metal cans: steel food cans, aluminum cans, empty aerosol cans
Plastic bottles, jugs & jars: rinsed — milk jugs, soda bottles, detergent bottles, yogurt tubs
Glass bottles & jars: all colors, rinsed (lids OK)
Cartons: milk cartons, juice cartons, broth cartons (refrigerated and shelf-stable)

🚫 Never in the Curbside Bin

Plastic bags or film → grocery store drop-off or Timberline Center
Styrofoam / polystyrene → trash
Food or food-soiled items → trash or compost
Electronics & batteries → Timberline Center or Larimer County HHW
Tanglers: hoses, cords, wire → trash
Small items (smaller than a credit card) → trash
Bagged recyclables → remove from bag and place loose, or bag goes to landfill
Medical sharps → pharmacy sharps container programs

💡 When in doubt, check the Recycling A to Z Guide. The City of Fort Collins maintains a searchable, up-to-date guide for every type of household item at apps.fcgov.com/recycling. It shows whether an item is curbside recyclable, accepted at Timberline, or considered hazardous waste.

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Yard Trimmings

Yard Trimmings — Seasonal Collection (April–November)

Yard trimmings collection is included in all PAYT service levels at no extra charge, running April through November each year. Collection is weekly on your regular collection day, with up to one 95-gallon cart per week. You must sign up with Republic Services to activate this service. You can opt out for a $5/month savings (except on the XS service level).

🌿 Yard Trimmings Accepted

Leaves, grass clippings, weeds
Garden trimmings and plant material
Small branches up to 3 inches in diameter
Tree and shrub trimmings that fit in the 95-gallon cart

🚫 Not in Yard Trimmings Cart

Food scraps or kitchen waste
Regular household trash
Branches over 3 inches in diameter → Timberline Recycling Center wood waste drop-off, or self-haul to a compost facility
Dirt, rocks, sod, concrete

🍂 Composting Options Year-Round

For year-round composting (outside the April–November service window), residents can self-haul yard trimmings to A1 Organics in Eaton, CO, which accepts food waste, yard waste, green waste, and wood waste and also sells compost. Find this and other composting resources in the City’s Recycling A to Z Guide under “Yard Trimmings and Leaves.”

🔗 Related Guide Yard waste rules across the US: Yard Waste Pickup Rules in the US (What’s Allowed & What’s Not)

Bulky Items

Bulky Item Pickup — Two Free Per Year

Every Fort Collins PAYT service level includes two free eligible bulky item pickups per year at no additional cost. These are scheduled directly through Republic Services. Items are collected on your regular collection day.

📅 How to Schedule a Bulky Pickup

Contact Republic Services by phone at (970) 484-5556 (Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m.) or online at republicservices.com/municipality/fort-collins-co.
Request a bulky item pickup and let them know what you need collected. They will confirm your scheduled date.
Place items at the curb or on the parking strip on your scheduled collection day.
Items are picked up on your regular weekly collection day by a special collection truck.

✅ Typically Accepted as Bulky Items

Furniture: sofas, chairs, tables, dressers, bed frames
Mattresses and box springs
Large household appliances (Republic Services arranges special handling)
Large electronics (TVs, monitors, printers)
Tires
Large toys and outdoor equipment

🚫 Not via Bulky Pickup

Construction or demolition debris → private dumpster rental
Hazardous materials → Larimer County HHW Facility
Items that don’t qualify as residential bulky waste → contact Republic Services for guidance
Commercial waste

💡 Need more than 2 bulky pickups per year? After your two free annual pickups, Republic Services offers additional pickups for a fee. Alternatively, take items to the Timberline Recycling Center for free drop-off of electronics, certain appliances, and hard-to-recycle materials. See the Timberline Center section below.

🔗 Related Guide Bulk pickup rules across the US: Bulk Trash Pickup in the US (Rules, Scheduling & What’s Accepted)

Opt-Out & Alternative Haulers

Opting Out of Republic Services — Alternative Haulers

Residents who prefer not to use Republic Services may opt out of the contracted program. However, the City of Fort Collins charges an opt-out fee of $11.41/month even if you use a different hauler. This fee ensures that enough residents participate in the contracted program to maintain the lower PAYT pricing for the community. Residents selecting alternative haulers pay this fee on top of their chosen hauler’s rates.

🚙 Ram Waste Systems / Waste Connections

📞 (970) 226-3396

Alternative hauler serving Fort Collins. Must comply with PAYT ordinance and City recycling requirements.

🚙 Step Up Disposals

📞 (970) 888-1414

Locally owned alternative hauler. Holiday delays: service shifts one day later when holiday falls on your collection day.

⚠ All haulers must follow Fort Collins’ PAYT ordinance. The City’s Community Recycling Ordinance applies to all licensed haulers, including alternative haulers. They must provide recycling service and comply with the same rules as Republic Services. Residents using alternative haulers still pay the City’s $11.41/month opt-out fee.

Timberline Recycling Center

Timberline Recycling Center & Drop-Off

The Timberline Recycling Center is Fort Collins’ main free drop-off recycling site. It accepts everyday recyclables and hard-to-recycle materials that can’t go in the curbside bin. The Hard-to-Recycle Materials Yard is co-located at the same site. This is the best place for electronics, batteries, paint, motor oil, and other items that don’t belong in curbside collection.

🚩 Timberline Recycling Center

Address: 1903 S. Timberline Road, Fort Collins, CO 80525

Free for all Fort Collins residents

Accepts: everyday recyclables (cardboard, glass, cans, paper, plastics) + hard-to-recycle materials (electronics, batteries, paint, motor oil, wood waste, plastic bags)

Hours: Check fortcollins.gov/Timberline for current hours

🚩 Larimer County Landfill Recycling

5887 S. Taft Hill Road, Fort Collins, CO 80526 (2 miles south of Harmony Road)

📞 (970) 372-3362

Mon–Sat 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (gates close promptly)

Free drop-off for cardboard, glass, paper, mixed containers, plastic bags. Closed when landfill closes due to wind.

♻ What the Timberline Hard-to-Recycle Yard Accepts

Electronics: computers, monitors, TVs, phones, printers, cables, small electronics
Batteries: all types (household, rechargeable, automotive, lithium)
Paint: oil-based and latex paint
Motor oil & automotive fluids
Wood waste
Plastic bags & film (collected for grocery store partner recycling)
Other hard-to-recycle materials — check the Recycling A to Z Guide for full details

Hazardous Waste

Household Hazardous Waste — Larimer County HHW Facility

Household hazardous waste (HHW) must never go in the regular trash or recycling cart. Fort Collins residents use the Larimer County Landfill HHW Facility. The facility is open to the public Monday through Saturday except Wednesdays (HHW is closed Wednesdays). High wind closures also apply — call the 24-hour info line before traveling.

🚩 Larimer County HHW Facility

5887 S. Taft Hill Road, Fort Collins, CO 80526

📞 24-hr info line: (970) 498-5770

📞 Main office (M–F): (970) 498-5760

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat: 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (gates close promptly)

Closed Wednesdays to the public for HHW drop-off

Also closed on high-wind days — call 24-hr line to confirm before visiting

💡 Wind Closure Policy

High winds are common in Fort Collins. The entire Larimer County Landfill — including the HHW facility, recycling area, and residential electronics recycling — closes during high wind conditions.

Always call the 24-hour info line at (970) 498-5770 before driving to the landfill to check for wind closures.

Uncovered loads are charged double fees. All waste must be completely enclosed and secured.

✅ Accepted at Larimer County HHW

Paints, stains, varnishes, solvents, strippers, aerosols
Pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, pool chemicals
Motor oil, antifreeze, automotive fluids (also accepted at many auto shops)
Household batteries (all types), CFL/fluorescent bulbs
Electronics: TVs, computers, phones (residential, free)
Printer cartridges (drop-off at HHW facility)
Propane tanks (call to confirm size limits)
Medications → pharmacy take-back programs or police station drop boxes

🚫 Not Accepted at HHW

Explosives, ammunition, fireworks → local fire department
Radioactive materials → contact local fire department
Commercial or business hazardous waste → separate licensed disposal required
Regular household trash
Large quantities of construction debris

Multi-Family & Business

Multi-Family & Business Recycling

Fort Collins’ Community Recycling Ordinance requires all businesses and multi-family buildings within city limits to subscribe to recycling service. This has been in effect since June 30, 2021.

🚚 Who the Contracted Program Covers

The Republic Services contracted program covers single-unit and small multi-unit homes with 7 or fewer units.
Larger apartment complexes (8+ units) and businesses must contract directly with a licensed hauler. The City requires a minimum of 33% of total waste volume to be recycling for these properties.
All licensed haulers in Fort Collins must provide recycling as part of their service offerings.
Multi-family residents can check with their building manager for recycling cart locations and schedules.
For business recycling resources, contact the City’s Waste Reduction and Recycling Assistance Program (WRAP) at recycling@fortcollins.gov or (970) 221-6600.

Missed Pickup

What to Do If Your Pickup Was Missed

Confirm your collection day using the address lookup at republicservices.com/municipality/fort-collins-co or by calling (970) 484-5556.
Check for a holiday delay. If the current week includes New Year’s, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, or Christmas, your pickup may have shifted one day later. Verify your adjusted date in the Republic Services app or online.
Verify cart placement: carts must be out by 6:00 a.m., at the curb with handles facing the house, lids closed, and at least 3 feet from obstructions. Overfilled carts may be skipped. Recycling must be loose (not bagged).
Contact Republic Services at (970) 484-5556 (Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m.) to report the missed pickup. Have your address ready. You can also report through your online account or the Republic Services app.
If the issue is not resolved, contact the City of Fort Collins at (970) 221-6600 or recycling@fortcollins.gov.

Local Tips

Fort Collins Trash & Recycling Tips Every Resident Should Know

🏠 New to Fort Collins or Just Moved In?

Your Republic Services carts should arrive at your address shortly after you move in. If carts are missing, call (970) 484-5556. Look up your exact collection day at republicservices.com/municipality/fort-collins-co. Sign up for yard trimmings service (April–November) when you contact Republic Services — it’s included in your monthly rate. Schedule your two free annual bulky item pickups any time before year-end.

🌿 Maximize Your Yard Trimmings Service

Contact Republic Services to activate yard trimmings collection before April. The service runs April through November and includes one 95-gallon cart per week. Branches must be 3 inches or less in diameter to be accepted. For large volumes of green waste, you can also request additional carts from Republic Services.

🚫 5 Common Mistakes Fort Collins Residents Make

Putting plastic bags in the curbside recycling bin — they jam sorting equipment; take them to Timberline Center or a grocery store drop-off
Missing yard trimmings sign-up — it’s included in your PAYT rate but you must activate it with Republic Services
Not using the Recycling A to Z Guide — many items (electronics, batteries, paint, motor oil) have specific drop-off options that keep them out of the landfill
Forgetting the two free annual bulky pickups — schedule them before year-end
Visiting the Larimer County HHW on a Wednesday — it’s closed to the public on Wednesdays and during high-wind days

Contact

Contact Republic Services & City of Fort Collins

Contact	Details
Republic Services Fort Collins	📞 (970) 484-5556 • Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. • Missed pickups, cart requests, bulky item scheduling, holiday info, yard trimmings sign-up
Republic Services Schedule Lookup	republicservices.com/municipality/fort-collins-co — Your collection day, holiday schedule, account management, pay bill, Republic Services app
City of Fort Collins — Trash & Recycling	📞 (970) 221-6600 • 📧 recycling@fortcollins.gov • fortcollins.gov/Services/Trash-and-Recycling
Recycling A to Z Guide	apps.fcgov.com/recycling — Searchable guide for every item; curbside, drop-off, HHW, composting options
Timberline Recycling Center	1903 S. Timberline Road, Fort Collins • Free drop-off for everyday recyclables & hard-to-recycle materials (electronics, batteries, paint, motor oil, plastic bags, wood waste)
Larimer County HHW Facility	5887 S. Taft Hill Rd., Fort Collins • 📞 24-hr: (970) 498-5770 • Main: (970) 498-5760 • Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri/Sat 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. • Closed Wed & high-wind days • Call before visiting
Alternative Haulers	Ram Waste Systems / Waste Connections: (970) 226-3396 • Step Up Disposals: (970) 888-1414 • Note: City opt-out fee of $11.41/month still applies

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions — Fort Collins Trash Pickup

Your collection day depends on your address. Look it up at republicservices.com/municipality/fort-collins-co or call Republic Services at (970) 484-5556 (Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m.). Trash and recycling are collected on the same day each week. Carts must be out by 6:00 a.m.

Yes. All PAYT service levels in the Republic Services contracted program include weekly recycling collection — not every other week. Up to two 95-gallon recycling carts are included at no additional charge. XS service (35-gallon trash cart every 2 weeks) still receives weekly recycling.

Republic Services observes six holidays: New Year’s Day (Jan 1), Memorial Day (May 25), Independence Day (Jul 4 — Saturday in 2026, so no delay), Labor Day (Sep 7), Thanksgiving Day (Nov 26), and Christmas Day (Dec 25). When your collection day falls on or after one of these holidays, service shifts one day later for that week. MLK Day, Presidents’ Day, and Veterans Day are not observed — service runs normally.

PAYT means your monthly rate is based on your trash cart size — XS (35-gal biweekly) is cheapest, XL (190-gal weekly) is most expensive. All levels include weekly recycling and seasonal yard trimmings (April–November). Billing is quarterly from Republic Services. To lower costs, downsize your trash cart and use your recycling and yard trimmings carts to divert more waste.

Residents who choose not to use Republic Services must pay a City-mandated opt-out fee of $11.41/month. This fee is charged by the City of Fort Collins (not Republic Services) to ensure enough residents participate so the City can maintain competitive contracted pricing for everyone. Alternative haulers like Ram Waste Systems/Waste Connections (970-226-3396) and Step Up Disposals (970-888-1414) are available, but you pay both their rates and the opt-out fee.

Contact Republic Services at (970) 484-5556 or through your online account. Two free eligible bulky item pickups per year are included with all PAYT service levels. Items are collected on your regular collection day by a special truck. For hard-to-recycle items like electronics, batteries, and paint, the Timberline Recycling Center at 1903 S. Timberline Road offers free year-round drop-off.

Yard trimmings collection is included in all PAYT service levels but must be activated. Contact Republic Services at (970) 484-5556 to sign up. Service runs April through November, weekly on your regular collection day, with up to one 95-gallon cart. You can opt out for $5/month savings (not applicable to XS service). Branches must be 3 inches or less in diameter.

Use the Larimer County HHW Facility at 5887 S. Taft Hill Road, Fort Collins. Open Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. — closed Wednesdays and during high-wind days. Call the 24-hour info line at (970) 498-5770 before visiting to check for wind closures. The Timberline Recycling Center at 1903 S. Timberline Road also accepts batteries, electronics, paint, and motor oil for free.

The contracted program covers single-unit and small multi-unit homes with 7 or fewer units. Buildings with 8+ units and businesses must contract directly with a licensed hauler. All Fort Collins haulers must provide recycling service under the Community Recycling Ordinance, and businesses/apartments must have at least 33% of total waste volume as recycling. Contact your building manager for your specific hauler and schedule.

The Timberline Recycling Center at 1903 S. Timberline Road, Fort Collins is the City’s main free drop-off recycling site. It accepts everyday recyclables (cardboard, glass, cans, paper, plastic, plastic bags) and hard-to-recycle materials including electronics, batteries, paint, motor oil, and wood waste. The Hard-to-Recycle Materials Yard is co-located at the same address. Free for all Fort Collins residents. Check fortcollins.gov/Timberline for current hours.

Official Source

Still Can’t Find Your Collection Day?

Use the official Republic Services schedule tool or contact the City directly. The address-based schedule lookup at Republic Services is the most accurate source for your exact collection day.

🔍 Official Fort Collins Lookup & Contact Options

All of the following will confirm your exact collection day and schedule:

🔍 Republic Services Fort Collins 📞 Call (970) 484-5556

Republic Services Schedule Lookup	republicservices.com/municipality/fort-collins-co — Address lookup, holiday schedule, account management
Republic Services Customer Service	(970) 484-5556 • Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. • 1941 Heath Pkwy, Fort Collins, CO 80524
City of Fort Collins Trash & Recycling	fortcollins.gov/Services/Trash-and-Recycling • (970) 221-6600 • recycling@fortcollins.gov
Recycling A to Z Guide	apps.fcgov.com/recycling — Find disposal options for every household item
Timberline Recycling Center	1903 S. Timberline Road • fortcollins.gov/Timberline — Free drop-off for recyclables & hard-to-recycle materials
Larimer County HHW	5887 S. Taft Hill Rd. • 📞 24-hr: (970) 498-5770 • Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri/Sat 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. • Closed Wed & wind days • Call before visiting

You will leave this website when using the links above. Republic Services is the authoritative source for address-based collection schedules in Fort Collins.

Outside Fort Collins city limits? Loveland, Windsor, Timnath, Wellington, and unincorporated Larimer County areas have separate waste programs. Contact Larimer County Solid Waste at (970) 498-5760 or your specific municipality for information.

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