Welcome to our Cleveland Heights Trash and Recycling Guide!

As a new resident or curious of how to get rid of something you haven’t before, we can help you better understand the city’s waste disposal guidelines.  This comprehensive guide will help you navigate the proper disposal of trash, recyclables, yard waste, and special items.

Regular Trash Disposal:

• Acceptable Items:
  • General household waste such as food scraps, non-recyclable packaging, and broken household items.
  • All trash must be bagged before being placed in your green refuse cart. There should be no loose trash in your refuse carts.
• Prohibited Items:
  • Hazardous materials like paint, chemicals, and automotive parts.
  • Large construction debris or materials from major home renovations.
  • Electronic waste such as computers and televisions.

Recycling Guidelines:

• Accepted Materials:
  • Paper & Boxes: Newspapers, magazines, junk mail, shipping boxes, greeting cards, cereal boxes, and clean pizza boxes.
  • Plastic Bottles, Jugs & Tubs: Empty, rinse, and replace caps.
  • Glass Bottles & Jars: Empty, rinse, and remove caps.
  • Metal Cans: All metal food and beverage cans.
• Preparation:
  • Empty and rinse all containers.
  • Do not bag recyclables; place them loose in the blue recycling cart.
  • Flatten cardboard boxes to save space.

Yard Waste Disposal:

• Accepted Items:
  • Leaves, grass clippings, and small branches.
  • Place yard waste in biodegradable bags or bundle small branches for curbside collection.
  • Ensure bundles are no longer than 4 feet and weigh no more than 50 pounds.
• Preparation:
  • Do not place yard waste in plastic bags; they will not be collected.
  • Place yard waste at the curb on your regular collection day.

Bulk Item Disposal:

• Accepted Items:
  • Furniture, mattresses, and appliances.
  • Bulk items are only collected during the first whole week (Monday-Friday) of each month.
• Preparation:
  • Place bulk items at the curb no earlier than 6:00 PM the night before your scheduled collection day.
  • Ensure items are positioned at least three feet away from your trash and recycling carts.

Special Waste Disposal:

• Household Hazardous Waste:
  • The city participates in the Household Hazardous Waste Collections program sponsored by the Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District.
  • Residents can drop off items like paints, chemicals, and batteries at designated times.
  • For specific dates and guidelines, refer to the city’s website.
• Electronic Waste:
  • The city offers a Computer and Electronics Round-Up Collection Program during specific months.
  • Residents can drop off items such as computers, monitors, keyboards, and other electronics at the Service Department.
  • For dates and times, refer to the city’s website.

Holiday Collection Schedule:

Trash and recycling collection may be delayed by one day following major holidays. The holidays observed are:

• New Year’s Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day

If your collection day falls on or after these holidays, service will be delayed by one day that week.

We can help with whatever the city cannot:

While the city of Cleveland Heights has quite a few junk removal services that can be helpful, they often don’t cover everything you need. Maybe they don’t pick up certain items, their schedule doesn’t work for you, or the process seems more trouble than it’s worth. Luckily, we are here to help with personalized, flexible, and efficient solutions that take the hassle out of junk removal.

We specialize in services that go beyond what the city can offer, making it easy to clear out your space quickly and responsibly:

• Cleanouts: Whether it’s an overstuffed basement, a cluttered garage, a cramped attic, or even a full estate cleanout, we’re here to help. Avoid climbing ladders or dealing with dusty, cramped spaces—let us do the hard work. We’ll clear out old furniture, storage bins, boxes, and forgotten items, and we’ll even clean the area afterward, leaving it ready for your next project.
• Hazardous Materials: Safely disposing of tricky items like paint cans, used motor oil, car parts, batteries, old tires, and other hazardous materials is one of our specialties. We handle these items responsibly and in compliance with all safety and environmental regulations, so you don’t have to worry about the risks or logistics.
• Large or Multiple Items: Have oversized furniture, mattresses, broken appliances, or piles of junk the city won’t take? No problem. From single items to large loads, we remove it all quickly and efficiently. This includes couches, dressers, refrigerators, washing machines, water heaters, construction debris, and more.
• Yard and Seasonal Cleanups: Need to get rid of old grills, patio furniture, landscaping debris, or snowblowers? We handle yard waste, seasonal clutter, and even large items like playsets or sheds that need dismantling and hauling away.
• Eco-Friendly Solutions: We prioritize recycling electronics, repurposing gently used items, and donating usable furniture whenever possible. Our services don’t just clear your space—they contribute to a cleaner, greener community.
• Specialized Removals: From hot tubs to decks, we handle unique or hard-to-manage situations with ease. Whether it’s dismantling old structures or hauling away large or awkward items, we’ve got the tools and expertise to make it happen.

Ready to reclaim your space? Call 216-800-5883 with any questions, to schedule a free estimate, or to arrange a quick and convenient pickup. Don’t wait—let us handle what the city can’t and make junk removal simple and stress-free.