Trash, Recycling & Yard Waste Pickup
Lockport has partnered with WM to provide residential waste service that sets the standard for sustainable trash disposal and recycling.
If your service day falls on or follows one of these observed holidays, your service will be delayed by one day for that week only. Check for holidays that may affect your service.
YARD WASTE COLLECTION GUIDELINES
Proper preparation helps keep collection safe and on schedule.
• Bundle branches securely
• Keep each bundle under 50 lbs
• Bundles must be 4 feet or shorter
• Bundles cannot exceed 2 feet in diameter
• Tree limbs must be 3 inches in diameter or less
Important Announcement
Residential Trash & Recycling
Your everyday choices matter, and we’ve made it easier for you to make a difference. Recycling at home now includes plastic and paper to-go cups. Recycle these materials and show that small steps lead to big change. See how else you can help your community thrive.
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Learn the truth behind three common recycling myths so you can help more materials find a second life.
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WM is honored to partner with Portage to provide residential waste and recycling services. We take the utmost care in everything we do - from collecting your trash and recycling to participating in local events and getting to know the community. We’re driving sustainability in Portage.
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We’re committed to a long-term investment in Portage, and look forward to growing alongside the community. We’re proudly serving Portage.
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WM is more than just your waste services provider. We’re your neighbors - proudly serving our community and our planet. WM partners with local West Michigan companies, such as Cascade Engineering/Cascade Cart Solutions, to provide the Portage community with Eco-Carts, manufactured with 10% of recycled material collected curbside.
Review local residential trash & recycling guidance before your next pickup or service request.
Service & Collection Information
WM provides a 96 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
All trash should be bagged. Do not overfill your container – the lid must close tightly.
What Belongs in Your Container
Acceptable items include standard household trash like food waste, chip bags, paper towels, plastic bags, and textiles (donate if lightly used).
Non-acceptable items include construction waste, auto parts, tires, household hazardous waste (paint, oil, household cleaners), medical or electronic waste.
Set Up New Residential Service
For new service starts, please contact the City of Lockport at 815-838-0456..
Report a Missed Pickup
If your container was curbside by the specified time and not emptied, click here to report a missed pickup via the link that will appear under the "Next Pickup” section after 6 p.m. on your service day and will remain for 72 hours. Missed pickups cannot be scheduled if your container was not out or was blocked at the time of service.
If you do not see the "Report Missed Pickup for Prior Service” link, that means you are not eligible or are outside the specified time.
Questions? Unable to submit your request? Please scroll to the bottom of the page to live chat with an agent or request help.
Request an Additional Container
Additional carts are available for a fee. Please contact the City of Lockport at 815-838-0456..
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”.
