NO COLLECTIONS ON:
New Years Day, Thanksgiving & Christmas
All Garbage & Recycling will be collected on your next regular pick up day.
Pasco County Recycling Guidelines
All recyclables must be placed inside an approved container with a secure lid. Any items, including cardboard, that is left on the ground next to containers will not be collected.
Approved containers include any standard garbage can or garbage cart with a lid.
Need a cart? Waste Aid Systems offers recycling carts for a small monthly fee.
For full recycling rules and accepted materials, please visit:
Why No Glass?
Glass is expensive to process and there is no viable market for recycled glass in Florida.
When glass breaks, it becomes a contaminant for other recyclable materials, making them more difficult and costly to recycle.
To reduce costs and increase the recyclability of the overall recycling stream, glass is no longer accepted.
Why Aren’t Other Items Accepted?
We only accept specific items because our sorting machines are designed to handle those materials.
Placing unapproved items in recycling can:
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Cause machine jams or breakdowns
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Slow down the recycling process
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Contaminate otherwise recyclable materials
Please stick to the approved list to keep recycling efficient and effective!
Aluminum Cans
Aluminum cans can be easily recycled through curbside pickup services. Simply rinse and place them in your designated recycling bin to ensure they’re ready for processing. Recycling aluminum saves energy, reduces landfill waste, and allows the material to be reused indefinitely. Always check your local guidelines for proper preparation and pickup schedules.
Tin Cans
Tin cans, like those used for food storage, can be recycled through most curbside pickup programs. Rinse them out and place them in your designated recycling bin to ensure they’re properly processed. Recycling tin helps conserve natural resources and reduces landfill waste. Be sure to follow your local recycling guidelines for proper preparation and pickup.
Plastic Containers
Plastic containers, such as those used for food, beverages, and household products, can typically be recycled through curbside pickup. Make sure they’re clean, empty, and placed in your designated recycling bin. Recycling plastic helps reduce pollution, conserve resources, and keep waste out of landfills. Always check your local guidelines to ensure you’re recycling correctly.
Paper Products
Paper products like newspapers, magazines, cardboard, and office paper can be recycled through most curbside pickup programs. Flatten boxes and keep paper clean and dry before placing them in your recycling bin. Recycling paper helps save trees, reduce landfill waste, and lower energy use. Check local guidelines for any specific requirements in your area.