Trash and Recycling Pickup in Charlotte, NC

With WM, you’ll find a partner that is dedicated to improving our local surroundings and the areas near Uptown and Motor Speedway. We provide curbside trash and recycling services to many residents in Charlotte and across across the state of North Carolina including nearby Gastonia, Concord, Huntersville, Matthews and Cowpens. Enter your address below to check service availability for trash and recycling pickup near you.

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Rarely change dates for pick ups, always on time, never leave a mess. My barrel is always placed properly, not just thrown to the side. Very pleasant when I have had to interact with them.

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They are reliable. They put the Trash bin back in place. They communicate when there is anything changing about pick up time/day. I am very pleased with their service.

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Charlotte Area Trash Pickup

We can help you manage your home waste efficiently with reliable curbside trash pickup service in Charlotte.

Charlotte Area Recycling Pickup

Recycling should be easy. As your residential recycling partner in Charlotte, we help your mixed recyclables find their next best use.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) For Residential Trash Pickup in the Charlotte, NC Area

We are honored to be your neighbor - working, living and playing in the local Charlotte area. We go above and beyond to keep our community and the environment as clean and safe as possible.

The following hazardous household waste items should NOT be treated as everyday garbage and should NOT be disposed of curbside, in your totes, bins or carts:
Batteries
Electronics
Fluorescent light bulbs
Paint and paint cans
Used motor oil & filters
Prescription medications
WM has drop off locations across the USA to properly dispose of the aforementioned household hazardous waste.
While acceptable materials may vary by location, the list of items below are usually allowed in the everyday trash you dispose of in your curbside toter, bin, can or container.
Diapers
Disposable razors
Cactus & palm branches
Cat litter & pet feces
Glassware & ceramic dishes/cups
Hoses & wire
Juice boxes/pouches
Non-fluorescent light bulbs
Sheet glass (windows, mirrors, etc.)
Foam cups or packing materials
Treated wood (painted, stained, etc.)
Organic or green waste refers to biodegradable items made of all natural materials. Items included in this category include:
All meat, bones, dairy & eggshells
Bread, rice, beans & pasta
Coffee grounds, filters, tea leaves & bags
Food-soiled paper containers
Fruits, vegetables & leftovers
Paper towels, plates, napkins & cups
Shredded paper contained in paper bags
Waxed paper cartons (milk, ice cream, juice, etc.)
Yard Trimmings, such as:
-Branches & twigs
-Flowers, weeds & roots
-Leaves, grass & plant clippings
-Uncoated wood & chips
Scheduled bulk pickups are available to certain WM customers. Terms, fees and conditions may apply. Learn more and easily schedule your “bulky” pickup from your My WM account. Items considered bulky include:
Appliances, TVs & electronics
Household furniture
Scrap metal
Tires – up to 4 car or light truck tires separated from rims
Yard trimmings – bundled for composting
WM has a drop off location near you to properly dispose of extra-large or bulky items that are too big or heavy for your regular trash container or bin.
Some items are too hazardous for disposal in a landfill. Search for a drop off location that accepts these items and plan to dispose of them accordingly. Fees, terms, and conditions may apply.
Paint, stain, varnish, thinner and adhesives
Automotive products such as old fuel, anti-freeze, brake fluid, motor oil and oil filters
Household cleaners with ammonia or bleach
Aerosol cans
Fluorescent light bulbs and lamps
Computer equipment
Dead animals
Garden products including pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers
Propane tanks and fire extinguishers
Pool or photographic chemicals
Thermostats, thermometers and other items containing mercury
Expired prescriptions and non-prescription medications (no controlled substances)
Sharps (syringes, needles, etc.)*
Ammunitions, firearms**

*WM has a mail-back service for sharps disposal. Contact us to arrange this service.

**WM does not accept these items. Contact your local police or sheriff’s office for disposal instructions.

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Trash and Recycling Pickup in Charlotte, NC

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) For Residential Trash Pickup in the Charlotte, NC Area

When do I put my carts or bins curbside for weekly pick up?

What items do not go into the trash?

What items can I put into the trash?

What is organic or green waste?

Can I schedule a bulky pick up? How do I dispose of a used mattress, a dirty couch, or old toilet?

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What items can never be placed curbside as trash?

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