DeLand Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of DeLand, Florida.
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📍 View Official Collection MapService Provider
GFL Environmental
Phone Number
386-626-7140Facility Address
120 S Florida Ave, DeLand, FL 32720
Collection Schedule
Garbage, recycling, and yard waste are collected once a week on the same day for most residential neighborhoods.
Bin Colors
Green for garbage, Blue for recycling.
Guidelines & Rules
🎄 Holiday Delays
Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day push the collection schedule back by one day.
🛋️ Bulk Waste Pickup
Bulk items such as furniture and appliances are collected on the regular service day but should be kept separate from regular trash.
⚠️ Important Guidelines
All carts must be placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. with the handle facing the house.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
Automated Curbside Garbage Logistics
Nestled in the heart of Volusia County, the City of DeLand partners with designated waste contractors to provide efficient, automated curbside garbage collection. Residential properties are typically serviced once a week for standard household refuse. To guarantee your bins are emptied, roll your city-issued cart to the curb no later than 6:00 a.m. on your assigned pickup day. The mechanical arms used by the collection trucks require adequate space to operate safely. Ensure your container is placed at least three feet away from mailboxes, fire hydrants, parked cars, and low-hanging tree canopy.
Sorting Your Recyclables Correctly
DeLand strongly encourages residents to participate in the local recycling effort to divert usable materials away from Volusia County landfills. You are provided with a dedicated recycling cart for items such as flattened corrugated cardboard, aluminum cans, steel food containers, and plastic jugs marked with codes one or two. Glass is also accepted, provided it is lightly rinsed. It is absolutely crucial to keep plastic grocery bags out of this cart, as they cause severe mechanical jams at the processing facility. Keep your recyclables completely loose and never bundle them in opaque trash bags.
Navigating Yard Waste Restrictions
Maintaining the historic charm of DeLand often means frequent landscaping, which produces a substantial amount of yard debris. Organic waste is picked up once a week on a separate route. Residents must place grass clippings, pine needles, and leaves into standard personal trash cans or biodegradable yard bags. Do not use your city-issued garbage or recycling carts for vegetation. Tree limbs and brush must be securely tied with twine into bundles that are no longer than four feet and weigh less than fifty pounds. Loose, unbundled piles of branches will be left behind by the haulers.
Disposing of Furniture and Electronic Waste
When it is time to discard old mattresses, broken couches, or obsolete household electronics, standard curbside collection will not suffice. DeLand offers specialized bulk waste pickups to handle these oversized goods. Residents are allowed a limited volume of bulk debris per week without incurring supplementary fees. If you have electronic waste like old televisions, computers, or stereo equipment, you must schedule a specialized collection, as these items contain hazardous heavy metals that cannot be crushed in standard compactor trucks. Hazardous liquids like wet paint or motor oil are strictly forbidden.
Caring for Your City-Issued Bins
The large rollout containers provided to your property remain the property of the waste contractor and the City of DeLand. If you relocate, the bins must be left at the house for the next occupant. Should your cart sustain damage from routine operations, such as a missing wheel or a cracked lid, you can submit a repair request directly through the Public Works portal. To deter pests and prevent lingering odors in the hot Florida climate, periodically rinse the interior of your carts with a hose and a mild, environmentally safe detergent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in DeLand?
A: Garbage, recycling, and yard waste are collected once a week on the same day for most residential neighborhoods.
Q: How does the holiday schedule affect garbage pickup?
A: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day push the collection schedule back by one day.
Q: Which bins should I use for trash and recycling?
A: Green for garbage, Blue for recycling.
Q: How can I schedule a bulk waste pickup?
A: Bulk items such as furniture and appliances are collected on the regular service day but should be kept separate from regular trash.
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