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What Day Is Trash Pickup in Charlotte, NC?

Updated November 2026

Quick Answer for Charlotte

  • Trash day: Mondays, collected by Charlotte Solid Waste Services
  • Recycling: weekly on Mondays — no plastic bags, no styrofoam
  • Next holiday delay: Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026)
  • Bulk pickup: request online — free, no limit

Trash pickup in Charlotte is weekly on Mondays. Charlotte Solid Waste Services collects trash, recycling (weekly on Mondays), and yard waste (weekly). Bins out by 6:00 AM.

Quick Facts

Trash Provider

Charlotte Solid Waste Services

Municipal service

Contact

311

Official website

Trash Pickup

Mondays (weekly)

Set out by 6:00 AM

Recycling Pickup

Mondays (weekly)

14 materials accepted

Pickup Schedule

Trash Collection

Once per week

Mondays

Recycling Collection

Weekly

Mondays

Yard Waste

weekly

Thursdays

Schedules vary by neighborhood. Check with Charlotte Solid Waste Services for your exact pickup day.

Recycling Rules

Charlotte accepts 14 materials for curbside recycling. No plastic bags, styrofoam, or food-contaminated items.

Accepted

  • Cardboard (flattened)
  • Newspaper
  • Magazines & catalogs
  • Office paper & mail
  • Glass bottles & jars
  • Aluminum cans

NOT Accepted

  • Plastic bags & film
  • Styrofoam (EPS)
  • Paper coffee cups
  • Shredded paper
  • Batteries (household alkaline)
  • Electronics (e-waste)
Recycling rules for Charlotte

Bulk Pickup

How to Schedule

Request online

Free Pickups Per Year

Unlimited (free)

Free — scheduled on recycling week

Bulk pickup details for Charlotte

Holiday Pickup Schedule

Federal holidays delay trash pickup in Charlotte by one day. Next: Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026).

New Year's DayJanuary 1, 2026
Martin Luther King Jr. DayJanuary 19, 2026
Presidents' DayFebruary 16, 2026
Memorial DayMay 25, 2026
JuneteenthJune 19, 2026
Holiday schedule for Charlotte

Composting in Charlotte

AvailableCurbside pickup

Charlotte offers curbside composting for organic waste. Check your hauler for green bin availability.

Hazardous Waste

Paint, batteries, electronics, and motor oil cannot go in regular trash in Charlotte.7 drop-off locations for household hazardous waste.

Hazardous waste drop-off in Charlotte

Frequently Asked Questions

What day is trash pickup in Charlotte?
Trash pickup in Charlotte, NC is weekly on Mondays. Set out your bins by 6:00 AM. Charlotte Solid Waste Services handles residential waste collection. Recycling is collected weekly on Mondays.
Can I recycle pizza boxes in Charlotte?
Yes — Clean portions are recyclable. Greasy sections can go in compost where available, otherwise trash. Many programs now accept the whole box. In Charlotte, pizza boxes are accepted in curbside recycling.
How do I schedule bulk pickup in Charlotte?
To schedule bulk pickup in Charlotte, request online. Free — scheduled on recycling week Maximum 6 items per pickup.
Is there trash pickup on Thanksgiving in Charlotte?
Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026) affects trash pickup in Charlotte. Pickup on this day and the rest of the week delayed by one day. Check with Charlotte Solid Waste Services for your specific route. Most federal holidays delay pickup by one day for the rest of the week.
What goes in the recycling bin in Charlotte?
Charlotte accepts 14 types of materials for curbside recycling, including cardboard, paper, glass bottles (check locally), aluminum and steel cans, and plastic #1, #2, and #5 containers. Do NOT put plastic bags, styrofoam, or food-contaminated items in recycling. Rinse all containers before placing them in the bin.
Does Charlotte have composting?
Yes, Charlotte offers composting. Curbside composting is available — use your green bin for food scraps, yard waste, and food-soiled paper.
What do I do if they missed my trash pickup in Charlotte?
If your trash was missed in Charlotte, first confirm it was your scheduled pickup day and that bins were out by 6:00 AM. Then call Charlotte Solid Waste Services at 311 (or your hauler's direct line) to report the miss. Most cities require you to report within 24 hours. Keep your bins at the curb until the makeup collection, which is typically within 1-2 business days.
Where do I take hazardous waste in Charlotte?
Charlotte has approximately 5 household hazardous waste drop-off locations. Items like paint, batteries, electronics, and motor oil cannot go in regular trash. Auto parts stores accept motor oil for free. Best Buy and Staples accept electronics. For everything else, use your city's HHW collection events or permanent facility.

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Pickup schedules and rules are based on published municipal data. Schedules vary by neighborhood and route. Always confirm with Charlotte Solid Waste Services for your specific address. This page is for informational purposes only.