What is my garbage collection day?
Download a PDF of the Garbage Pickup Schedule or call (828) 253-4887 to find out your collection day.
Where do I get trash and recycling cans?
New residents, or residents who need to replace a can, should contact the town staff at the information provided – please allow up to 7 days for delivery. Residents seeking a new or replacement recycling can will no longer contact Curbside Management for their cans and should contact the town instead. Please contact Public Works at 828-645-7063.
When does my garbage need to be placed at the curb?
Serving so many residents it is important that everyone get their garbage to the curb by 8 AM on the day of collection. While there are always special circumstances when it may not be possible to do so it is important that cans be placed no later than 8 AM and taken in by 6 PM on the day of collection. Although it is not always possible to avoid doing so, it is technically illegal to bring your garbage out to the curb the night before your collection date. While you are unlikely to be cited for a single incident citizens that routinely place their garbage out early or fail to bring in their cans are subject to fines and or suspension of collection services. In short, be a good neighbor and help keep our community looking its best.
What can I do if I missed my garbage collection date or time?
To report a missed collection call (828) 645-7063 so arrangements can be made to get garbage collected as soon as possible. While it is not always possible to pick up on the same day, every effort will be made to assist you in getting rid of your household garbage as quickly as possible.
What day is my recycling collected on?
Yes.* Please refer to the posted trash collection schedule for your assigned collection day. Recycling will continue to be collected on the same day of the week as your trash collection according to the bi-weekly schedule listed below. In the event that your garbage collection date is moved to accommodate a holiday your recycling collection will be similarly adjusted.
Recycling A/B Schedule
Recycling A/B Streets
*Changes to collection day may be necessary for individuals seeking special accommodations or small businesses (see other Q&As)
Who do I call if my recycling isn't collected?
For the fastest response call Curbside Management (the vendor the Town uses to collect recycling) at (828) 252-2532. In the event that you cannot resolve the issue with Curbside Management please call the Town Hall at (828) 253-4887.
What month(s) does the Town collect leaves?
Leaf and brush service is offered year round. The limit per household per week is 2 cubic yards, or 3 feet high x 3 feet wide x 6 feet long. Branches or limbs must be no larger than 5 inches across. Amounts over these limits will be collected during the subsequent week.
Simply place your yard waste neatly along the road side either loose or in bags and the Town will collect it over the course of a week. Make sure that leaf and brush is separated from household garbage as we are unable to mix the two waste streams and do not have the labor available to sort garbage from brush. In the event that leaf and brush is comingled the Town will not collect either.
Due to the varying responsibilities of the Department the Town does not offer a specific collection date for leaf and brush.
Can I burn leaves, brush, or garbage?
No. Under North Carolina law it is illegal to burn garbage. In addition, because the Town offers leaf and brush collection to residents it is not permissible to burn leaves and brush. This leaf/brush prohibition does not apply to fire pits, barbecues, and similar fires.
What does the Town do with the leaves and brush it collects?
All the leaf and brush that the Town collects is recycled. Some of it is taken to privately owned facilities and some of it is chipped into mulch by the Town.
I had a landscaper or other contractor clear some brush for me. Can I set it out for collection?
Unfortunately, the Town cannot collect yard waste generated by a private contractor. You should make arrangements with the contractor to dispose of the yard waste generated by clearing the property. If you are in doubt of whether or not you can place the yard waste out for municipal collection please call (828) 645-7063 to find out before you place it at the curb.
How do I dispose of logs and branches?
Leaf and brush service is offered year round. The limit per household per week is 2 cubic yards, or 3 feet high x 3 feet wide x 6 feet long. Branches or limbs must be no larger than 5 inches across. Amounts over these limits will be collected during the subsequent week. Large tree branches, tree trunks and stumps cannot be collected by the Town.
Simply place your yard waste neatly along the road side either loose or in bags and the Town will collect it over the course of a week. Make sure that leaf and brush is separated from household garbage as we are unable to mix the two waste streams and do not have the labor available to sort garbage from brush. In the event that leaf and brush is comingled the Town will not collect either.
Due to the varying responsibilities of the Department the Town does not offer a specific collection date for leaf and brush.
Please contact us at (828) 645-7063 to get information on how to dispose of large tree branches, trunks and stumps or to confirm that your logs and branches are small enough to be collected before you haul it to the street.
What doesn't the Town collect?
The Town cannot legally collect the following: tires, large batteries, cans of undried paint, pesticides, herbicides and similar poisons, anti-freeze, motor oil, construction debris, computers, asbestos or other hazardous waste. If you have some of these items and need to get rid of them please call the Town Hall at (828) 645-7063 and we will try to assist you in properly disposing of said items. You may also contact the Buncombe County Landfill directly to make arrangements for these items at (828) 250-5460 or find out more at: Buncombe County Landfill
How do I get rid of bulky items like couches, mattresses, or refrigerators?
The Town of Woodfin offers pick up of large items like furniture and appliances to residents. Simply place them at the curb alongside (but not comingled) with your normal garbage. Environmental Services may collect your item at the time of your normal pickup or return for it later when there is sufficient capacity to load the item. You may call (828) 645-7063 and advise Environmental Services that you have a large item or items to collect but you do not need to do so. The Town reserves the right to refuse to collect items it deems unsafe or hazardous. In addition, massive amounts of garbage cannot be collected as part of the normal operations and placing an extremely large amount of garbage at one time may necessitate charging fees for a special pickup.
My friend lives outside of the Town and doesn't have garbage collection service. Can I place their garbage with mine?
No. It is illegal to bring garbage or recycling from outside of municipal limits for the purposes of collection. Individuals bringing in garbage from outside the Town is an unfair burden to the taxpayers of Woodfin and may lead to criminal charges and or fines or suspension of garbage collection at the residence. If you are aware of a person bringing garbage into Town for the purposes of collection please contact the Town Hall at (828) 253-4887. The abuse of garbage collection services represents a significant expense to the taxpayers of Woodfin, please do your part to help stop this practice.
What do I need to do about bears getting into my trash?
We live in a black bear habitat. Despite this fact, bear visits can be minimized by following certain practices at home and work. Bears can pick up a scent from over a mile away. Securing your trash is one important way to avoid unwanted drop-ins. Bearwise offers a trove of information about living with bears.
Does the Town collect grass clippings?
No, the Town does not collect grass clippings Instead, you can "grass cycle" by leaving grass clippings on your lawn after mowing. Grass clippings are approximately 80 per cent water and will decompose quickly, releasing valuable nutrients back into the soil. Grasscycling is an environmentally and financially friendly option for your lawn care.
