If a holiday falls on a weekday, collections for the rest of the week will be pushed back a day. For a Thursday holiday, service would be on Friday, and Friday service would be Saturday. For holidays on Saturday or Sunday, there are no delays.
Home Trash Service in Americus, GA
Trash, Recycling & Yard Waste Pickup
Americus 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
Trash
Service & Collection Information
WM provides a green or gray, 95 gallon cart for weekly trash collection. To view your specific service day, please click here, enter your address and select "Verify".
Container Setout Instructions
Place container on the street with wheels against the curb by 6 a.m. on collection days and remove same day. Keep container at least three (3) feet from parked cars, mailboxes, and other obstacles that may prevent WM team members from picking it up.
How to Prepare Your Materials
Empty loose recyclables directly into your container. No loose plastic bags and never bag your recyclables. Do not overfill your container - the lid must close tightly. Contaminated materials or overflow may be subject to an additional charge, or not collected. Looking for more information on how to set up a successful recycling system in your home? Visit Recycle Right® for step-by-step instructions, downloadable container labels, and more.
What Belongs in Your Container
Recycle clean and dry bottles, cans, paper, and cardboard. Break down cardboard boxes to keep them from getting stuck in your container. Do not place plastic bags or liners in your container (local recycling drop-off programs for bags may be available). Visit Recycle Right® for more information on recycling.
Set Up New Residential Service
For new service starts, please contact the city of Americus website
Report a Missed Pickup
If containers were curbside by the specified time and were not emptied, report a missed pickup by visiting the City of Americus website.
Request an Additional Container
Additional carts are available for a fee. Click here to submit a request for help to make changes to your service. Select "Continue as Guest," enter your address, and follow the prompts to submit a request.
Request a Container Repair or Replacement
To view your eligibility to request a container repair or replacement, please visit our support article, scroll to the "Residential" section, click "Get Started," and enter your address.
Questions? Unable to submit your request? Please scroll to the bottom of the article to Request Help".
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