Christmas Day is the only observed holiday on which collections will not occur.
Residential Waste Service in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Recycling, Yard Waste & Trash Pickup
Fort Lauderdale has partnered with WM to provide residential waste service that sets the standard for sustainable trash disposal and recycling.
Holiday Schedule
Check for holidays that may affect your service
Service Guides & Instructions
New Service Information
WM is pleased to be your new environmental services provider. WM began bulk collection in your neighborhood in March 2023 and will begin collecting your residential trash, recycling, and yard waste during the week of Monday, July 31, 2023.
While collection days for bulk, trash and yard waste are not changing, some neighbors may have a new recycling collection date. Visit gis.fortlauderdale.gov/MyGovernmentServices to find your specific service days.
Set Up New Residential Service
Contact the City’s 24-hour Customer Service Center at 954-828-8000 or [email protected].
Always Working For A Sustainable Tomorrow®
Contact the City’s 24-hour Customer Service Center at 954-828-8000 or [email protected].
These documents contain important information related to your WM services. We recommend you print or download them for quick reference.
3 Rules to Help You Recycle Right
- Recycle dry bottles, cans, paper and cardboard.
- Keep food and liquid out of the recycling.
- No loose plastic bags or film, and no bagged recyclables.
Local Waste Management Services
Communities across North America trust WM for residential waste and recycling services.
At WM, we take the utmost care in everything we do — from collecting your trash and recycling on time to defining the future of sustainable waste management. WM is more than your waste services provider. We're your neighbors — proudly serving our community while taking care of our planet.
Need assistance?
Take care of your issue online or connect with a WM Support agent.