2026 Changes to Bulk Collection
Beginning January 5, 2026 residents can place up to 5 bulk items at the curb each week with their regularly scheduled trash pickup. Each item must weigh under 40 lbs.
This weekly bulk pick-up replaces the monthly scheduled bulk pick-ups previously offered. Residents no longer need to schedule with Republic Services and can place items at the curb each week.
The last day to schedule a bulk pick-up is December 30, 2025.
A Cleaner Toledo
We've partnered with Republic Services to facilitate much of the trash and recycling services for our residents. For questions and concerns about trash, recycling, or bulk pickup, please call Republic Services at 419-936-2511.
Trash Collection
Garbage collection is handled by Republic Services and is collected weekly. All trash should be bagged and placed inside your gray refuse container which can be set out on the curb the night before your scheduled pickup and should be promptly put away once collection is complete.
2025 Recycling and Trash Pickup Schedule
2026 Holiday Delays
Trash collection will be delayed by one day for only the following holidays:
- New Year's Day, Thursday, January 1
- Memorial Day, Monday, May 25
- Labor Day, Monday, September 7
- Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26
- Christmas, Friday, December 25
Trash Assistance Program
Toledo residents who need help getting their recycling and trash containers to the curb should call Republic Services to request an application.
Recycling
Recycling is also picked up by Republic Services and is collected every other week. Only certain types of materials may be placed inside your blue recycling container and all items should be clean and free of food remnants before placing in the bin.
Waste Collection Day by Location
Bulk Pickup
Republic Services offers residents the option to place up to 5 bulk items at the curb with their weekly trash collection.
How it works:
- No need to schedule.
- Each item or bundle must be under 40 lbs.
- Bag loose trash.
- Tie branches, wood, or rugs in a 3' x 4' bundle.
- Remove or pound flat any nails or screws in wood items.
- Bag or wrap mattresses.
Note: No alley or side street pick-up.
What is not collected:
- Loose (unbagged or unbundled) debris.
- Tires
- Hazardous waste, gas, paint, liquids, medical waste
- Major car parts
- Commercial construction material
- Boards with nails or screws
- Items or bundles over 40 lbs.
Items that cannot be collected will be left at the curb and residents may be fined.
Questions? Call Republic Services at 419-936-2511.
Recycling & Disposal Events
View All EventsFood Waste Composting
New! The food waste drop-off program will allow City of Toledo residents to compost their food waste for free. Green GoZERO totes are available at three Metroparks locations during park hours (7 a.m. to dark). In partnership with Keep Toledo/Lucas County Beautiful and Metroparks Toledo.
Food Waste Drop-Off Locations
701 Front St.
Toledo, Ohio 43605
Back left corner of lot
Map5430 W Bancroft Street
Toledo, Ohio 43615
Southeast corner of lot
Map4301 Airport Highway
Toledo, OH 43615
Northeast corner of lot
MapRefuse and Recycling Drop Off Events
The City of Toledo offers drop off events to promote cleaner neighborhoods. Items accepted at these events include electronic waste, up to 10 tires, document recycling, cardboard, phone books, and newspapers, bulky items and refuse (no air conditioning units, refrigerators/freezers, or large appliances), and latex paint. Donation trailers are also on site to collect houseware goods, clothing, and toys.
Hoffman Road Landfill Free Disposal Days
Residents will be permitted to bring a truck or trailer load of bulky solid waste items for free disposal to the Hoffman Road Landfill, subject to the terms and conditions stated herein. A current utility bill and valid photo ID will be required to verify proof of residency. Acceptable bulky waste items include excess trash, furniture, carpeting, mattresses, wood waste, scrap metal, etc. No free commercial disposal.
Boat Shrink Wrap Recycling Drop Off
After you are done protecting your boat, help us protect the environment! Schedule a time to drop off your boat wrap by calling 419-213-2230. Nylon straps and any other non-shrink wrap material must be removed. Wrap must be properly bundled. Visit Keep Toledo Lucas County Beautiful for more information and a how to video on properly preparing boat wrap for recycling.
Recycling Tips
You can make a difference! Recycling properly is key to reducing waste in the City of Toledo.