Roswell GA Garbage Day, Recycling & Yard Waste Schedule 2026
This Roswell trash pickup schedule guide is built like a local resident checklist: how to find your garbage day, what Waste Pro handles, how weekly recycling and yard waste work, which holidays delay service, how to request large item pickup, what the Transfer Station accepts, and who to contact when the truck misses your street.
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Roswell trash pickup schedule garbage collection is address-based. Use the official My Neighborhood Services tool to look up curbside household garbage, recycling and yard waste collection schedules for your Roswell address. The City’s Solid Waste Division handles household garbage service questions, while Waste Pro’s Roswell page lists weekly recycling and yard waste collection on the same day as garbage.
Containers should be curbside by 8:00 AM on collection day and removed by the end of the day. If you have a missed curbside pickup, Roswell says to report it through the City of Roswell app.
Roswell Trash Pickup Day Lookup — Find Garbage, Recycling and Yard Waste by Address
The official Roswell answer is simple: do not guess your pickup day from a neighbor or old calendar. Use My Neighborhood Services to find the collection schedule tied to your address. Roswell’s FAQ says this tool is used for residential household garbage, recycling and yard waste schedules.
Official lookup: Open My Neighborhood Services, enter your Roswell address, and check household garbage, recycling and yard waste collection schedules before placing carts or yard bags outside.
Open My Neighborhood ServicesLocal confusion warning: This page is for Roswell, Georgia. It is not for Roswell, New Mexico, Alpharetta, Sandy Springs, Johns Creek, Milton, unincorporated Fulton County, or a private apartment hauler. A Roswell mailing address does not automatically mean every waste rule is the same.
Roswell Pickup Morning Checklist — What I Would Check Before 8:00 AM
If I lived in Roswell, I would not treat garbage, recycling, yard waste and large items as one pile. Each has a different rule path. The most common resident mistakes are carts set out too late, carts too close to cars/mailboxes, recycling outside the cart, cardboard not collapsed inside the cart, yard branches too long, and large items not scheduled.
- Check your address in My Neighborhood Services.
- Have household garbage curbside no later than 8:00 AM.
- Place carts with handles facing the house.
- Keep carts at least 3 feet from cars, shrubs, hydrants, mailboxes and other carts.
- Do not block sidewalks or place carts in the street.
- Remove containers by the end of the collection day.
- Ask whether the property uses City service or a private hauler.
- Ask how large items, move-out trash and appliances are handled.
- Do not use another property’s cart or dumpster.
- Do not assume Waste Pro recycling rules apply to every commercial dumpster.
- For new service, contact Roswell Utility Billing at 770-641-3759.
Roswell GA Garbage Collection Rules — Weekly Household Trash, Extra Pickup and Construction Debris
Roswell’s Solid Waste Division provides weekly curbside household garbage collection and residential garbage containers. The City’s FAQ also says residents cannot opt out of the City’s solid waste program because the City requires service for residential properties to reduce illegal dumping and protect health and safety.
- Use My Neighborhood Services to find your regular collection day.
- Have household garbage curbside by 8:00 AM.
- Remove containers by the end of collection day.
- Contact Solid Waste at 770-641-3961 for service questions.
- Contact Utility Billing at 770-641-3759 for setting up garbage and water service.
- Construction and demolition debris.
- Chemicals and hazardous waste.
- Large items that need scheduled pickup.
- Materials accepted at the Recycling Center or Transfer Station.
- Yard waste that is too large or improperly prepared.
Extra pickup note: Roswell says residents can have an extra curbside pickup for an additional fee. Contact the Finance Department at 770-641-3759 for more information or to schedule an extra curbside collection.
Roswell Recycling Pickup — Weekly Cart Collection, Accepted Items and Contamination Rules
Waste Pro’s Roswell page says recycling occurs weekly on the same day as garbage collection. Household recycling must be properly placed in the City of Roswell recycling cart, and material outside of the cart is not collected. This is where residents get into trouble with extra cardboard after online orders or move-in weeks.
- Newspaper, junk mail and other paper products.
- Cardboard boxes, broken down and placed inside the recycling cart.
- Paperback books and phone books.
- Paper grocery bags and magazines.
- Glass food and beverage containers.
- Plastic containers numbered 1 through 7, including bottles, jugs, tubs, cartons and trays.
- Aluminum cans, steel cans, bi-metal cans and lids from jars.
- Plastic bags and wraps.
- Styrofoam.
- Molded plastics such as toys and buckets.
- Window glass, picture frame glass and mirrors.
- Ceramics and light bulbs.
- Food-contaminated paper or boxes, including pizza boxes.
- Raw metals.
Cardboard rule: Do not leave cardboard beside the cart and assume it will be picked up. Waste Pro’s Roswell guidance says cardboard must be cut, collapsed and placed inside the recycling cart. No material outside the recycling cart is collected.
Roswell Yard Waste Pickup — Weekly Same-Day Collection, Branch Limits and Extra Yard Waste
Waste Pro’s Roswell page says recycling and yard waste curbside collection occur weekly on the same day as garbage collection. Roswell’s FAQ adds an important yard-waste preparation rule: branches do not have to be bundled, but they should be neatly stacked at the curb, cannot be longer than four feet, cannot be more than six inches in diameter, and cannot exceed two cubic yards.
| Yard Waste Item | Roswell Rule | Resident Note |
|---|---|---|
| Branches | Accepted if properly prepared | No longer than 4 feet, no more than 6 inches in diameter, and no more than 2 cubic yards. |
| Loose branches | Can be unbundled | They should still be neatly stacked at the curb. |
| Extra yard waste | Fees may apply | Waste Pro guidance mentions extra yard waste collection may have fees. |
| Construction wood / lumber | Not regular yard waste | Decking, flooring, pallets, lumber and other C&D material are excluded from regular disposal paths. |
| Mulch, rocks, sand | Not accepted at Transfer Station yard-waste path | Use an approved disposal method before hauling these items. |
Storm cleanup warning: After heavy wind or storms, do not create a contractor-style debris pile and expect normal weekly service. Cut and stack branches within the City’s limits or contact Solid Waste / Waste Pro before placing a large pile outside.
Roswell GA Holiday Trash Schedule 2026 — When Garbage, Recycling and Yard Waste Move One Day Later
Waste Pro’s Roswell page lists no collection on New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, with remaining weekly service occurring the next day. The same page also notes Waste Pro observes the same holidays as the City of Roswell: New Year’s Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, and regular collection resumes with a one-day delay when services are suspended.
| 2026 Holiday | Date | Day | Likely Pickup Impact | Resident Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1, 2026 | Thursday | Service may move one day later for the rest of the week. | Check the City holiday sanitation schedule. |
| Independence Day | July 4, 2026 | Saturday | May not affect weekday routes, but confirm official notices. | Use My Neighborhood Services and alerts. |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 | Monday | Service may move one day later for the week. | Keep carts ready by 8:00 AM on adjusted day. |
| Thanksgiving Day | November 26, 2026 | Thursday | Thursday/Friday routes may shift later. | Check City holiday page before setting out items. |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2026 | Friday | Friday service may shift; holiday week notices can vary. | Check City and Waste Pro updates. |
Holiday week rule: Roswell’s holiday reminders say garbage and recycling containers must be curbside no later than 8:00 AM and removed by the end of collection day. Do not leave carts out for several days unless official service delay instructions say to do so.
Roswell Large Item Pickup — Furniture, Extra Bags, Appliances and Scheduled Collection
Items that are not collected as part of the regular curbside program can be scheduled through Roswell’s large item pickup program. The City says collection happens on your regular curbside garbage collection day, with a pickup window between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Items should be at the end of the driveway by 8:00 AM.
- Schedule through Roswell’s large item pickup request process.
- Use your regular curbside garbage day for pickup timing.
- Place the scheduled item at the end of the driveway by 8:00 AM.
- Expect pickup between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
- Contact Financial Services at 770-641-3759 for questions or fees.
- Chemicals.
- Construction and demolition debris.
- Wood, brick, cement and concrete.
- Ceramic tiles and similar remodeling material.
- Liquid items.
- Materials better handled by the Recycling Center, Transfer Station or hazardous waste event.
Schedule before placing items out: Do not drag furniture, extra bags or appliances to the curb and hope crews take them. Schedule large items first.
Large Item PickupRoswell Transfer Station — Resident Drop-Off at 1810 Hembree Road
Roswell residents can dispose of certain unwanted items at the Roswell Transfer Station at 1810 Hembree Road. The City says drop-off is Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Proof of residency is required, and items are not accepted if the dumpster on site is full.
- Furniture such as couches, desks, tables and chairs.
- Children’s toys and plastic play sets.
- Plastic garbage containers.
- Mattresses and box springs.
- Console TVs and projection TVs.
- Metal, lawnmowers and appliances.
- Paint and household batteries.
- Tires and cardboard.
- Electronics.
- Construction and demolition debris.
- Hazardous waste such as gasoline, antifreeze, propane tanks and pesticides.
- Yard waste such as mulch, rocks and sand.
Before driving there: The City notes that the dumpster usually fills up on Monday afternoon. Call or email first if you are bringing a large load. Contact listed city staff at npezzello@roswellgov.com or call 770-641-3961 for general confirmation.
Transfer Station Map
Roswell Recycling Center — Maxwell Road Drop-Off, Electronics, Paint, Tires and Shredding
The Roswell Recycling Center is at 11570 Maxwell Road, Alpharetta, GA 30009. The City says services are currently limited to City of Roswell residents and businesses, with photo ID showing a Roswell city-limits address required. Residents can use the center Tuesday through Saturday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM; it is closed Sunday, Monday and holidays.
- Plastic, paper, metal and glass.
- Appliances.
- Tires.
- Batteries and cell phones.
- Printer cartridges.
- Electronics and televisions.
- Motor oil and antifreeze.
- Bring photo ID with a Roswell city-limits address.
- Businesses may visit Wednesday through Friday during normal operating hours; fees apply.
- “While You Wait” paper shredding is Tuesday through Friday from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
- Call 770-442-8822 for current accepted items and fees.
Use the Recycling Center for items that should not go curbside: electronics, tires, batteries, motor oil, antifreeze and some holiday recycling items are better handled here than in your garbage cart.
Recycling CenterMissed Trash Pickup Roswell GA — What to Check Before You Report It
Before you report a missed Roswell pickup, make sure it was a real miss and not a preparation problem. Carts too close to objects, cardboard outside the recycling cart, materials not accepted by the service, holiday delays or large items that were not scheduled can all look like a missed route.
Confirm the pickup day
Use My Neighborhood Services to confirm today was your household garbage, recycling or yard waste day for your exact address.
Check cart placement
Waste Pro guidance says carts should have handles facing your house and be 3 feet from vehicles, shrubs, hydrants, mailboxes and other carts. Do not block sidewalks or place carts in the street.
Check wrong-material problems
Construction debris, chemicals, raw metal, plastic bags in recycling, yard waste over the size limit or large unscheduled items may require another service path.
Report through the City app or call the right office
Roswell says missed curbside pickup should be reported through the City of Roswell app. For Solid Waste help, call 770-641-3961. For Waste Pro recycling/yard waste questions, call 470-820-1900.
Same-day reporting tip: Take one photo showing the cart or pile, another showing where it sits relative to the street, and a screenshot of your schedule. This makes a missed pickup report more useful than “the truck skipped me.”
Roswell Solid Waste Phone Number, Waste Pro Contact, City Hall and Service Map
Use the right contact depending on the problem. Roswell Solid Waste handles City garbage, containers and general service questions. Waste Pro’s Roswell page lists its contact for recycling and yard waste questions. Finance / Utility Billing handles certain account, service and large item payment questions.
| Need | Official Contact | Use This For |
|---|---|---|
| Roswell Solid Waste Division | 770-641-3961 / PWCustomerServiceTeam@roswellgov.com | Household garbage, containers, missed pickup help and general sanitation questions. |
| Waste Pro Roswell | 470-820-1900 | Recycling, yard waste, acceptable items and contractor service questions. |
| Finance / Utility Billing | 770-641-3759 | Large item pickup questions, extra pickup fee questions and garbage/water account setup. |
| Environmental/Public Works | 770-641-3715 | Department-level Environmental/Public Works contact. |
| Roswell City Hall | 38 Hill Street, Roswell, GA 30075 | Main City Hall / department location reference. |
| Roswell Recycling Center | 770-442-8822 | Recycling Center accepted items, resident ID, hours, electronics, oil, tires and shredding. |
Roswell City Hall Map
Related Trash Pickup Guides — Recycling, Bulk, Holiday and City Pickup Help
Use these related trash-pickup.org guides when you want to compare city pickup lookup tools, bulk item rules, recycling contamination and holiday delay patterns in other locations.
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Source Verification and Editorial Note
Independent information guide — not affiliated with the City of Roswell or Waste Pro. trash-pickup.org is a public information resource. We do not operate Roswell garbage trucks, recycling routes, yard waste pickup, large item pickup, the Transfer Station, the Recycling Center, Waste Pro service, City billing or the Roswell app.
Pickup lookup guidance, contact details, recycling rules, yard waste limits, holiday reminders, large item pickup details, Transfer Station rules and Recycling Center information were checked against official City of Roswell and Waste Pro public resources as of May 2026. Routes, contractors, holidays, fees, transfer-station capacity, recycling-center rules and service alerts can change. Always verify with official City pages before acting.
Official Sources — Verified May 2026
- City of Roswell — Garbage / Sanitation / Solid Waste
- City of Roswell — My Neighborhood Services Pickup Lookup
- City of Roswell — Holiday Sanitation Schedule
- City of Roswell — Large Item Pickup
- City of Roswell — Transfer Station
- City of Roswell — Recycling Center
- City of Roswell — Frequently Asked Questions
- City of Roswell — Environmental / Public Works
- Waste Pro — Roswell Recycling and Yard Waste Service
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