Lauderdale Lakes Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of Lauderdale Lakes, Florida.
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📍 View Official Collection MapService Provider
Waste Management
Phone Number
954-974-7500Facility Address
4300 NW 36th St, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319
Collection Schedule
Waste Management collects garbage twice weekly and recycling once a week.
Bin Colors
Green for garbage, Blue for recycling.
Guidelines & Rules
🎄 Holiday Delays
Christmas Day is the only observed holiday; service shifts to the next regular scheduled pickup day.
🛋️ Bulk Waste Pickup
Bulk collection is scheduled once a month depending on the specific neighborhood zone map.
⚠️ Important Guidelines
Carts must be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. with handles facing the house and away from mailboxes.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
City of Lauderdale Lakes Curbside Garbage Rules
The City of Lauderdale Lakes Public Works Department oversees residential sanitation, utilizing a private franchise contractor to execute weekly routes. Standard household refuse is collected twice weekly from the city-issued automated carts. Residents are required to roll their receptacles to the curb edge by 7:00 a.m. on their assigned service days. To ensure the trucks can safely operate, carts must be placed with the lid opening facing the street and positioned at least four feet away from any surrounding obstacles like fences, parked vehicles, or bulk trash piles.
Monthly Bulk Trash Sector Scheduling
Lauderdale Lakes offers a highly structured monthly bulk waste collection program that is divided into specific neighborhood sectors. Once a month, your designated zone will receive a specialized sweep for oversized items. Residents can dispose of up to six cubic yards of acceptable bulk material, which includes old appliances, mattresses, and broken furniture. However, construction debris, roofing tiles, tires, and automotive parts are strictly prohibited and will be cited by code enforcement if left on the swale. Items may only be placed out 24 hours prior to the scheduled sector pickup.
Proper Execution of the Recycling Program
Environmental sustainability is a priority in Lauderdale Lakes, supported by a weekly single-stream recycling initiative. Residents can place glass bottles, aluminum cans, flattened corrugated cardboard, and mixed paper directly into their designated recycling cart. It is vital to lightly rinse all food containers to deter pests and prevent the contamination of paper products. Never put plastic bags, electrical cords, or garden hoses into the recycling bin. These items are known as 'tanglers' and cause catastrophic jams at the regional material recovery facilities.
Preparing Landscape Debris for Pickup
Maintaining the tropical aesthetics of your Lauderdale Lakes property generates regular vegetative waste. Yard trimmings are typically collected alongside your scheduled bulk pickup or on a specific weekly yard waste day, depending on your HOA or neighborhood zone. Loose clippings and leaves must be secured in heavy-duty yard bags or personalized garbage cans. Tree limbs and palm fronds must be neatly stacked, cut to lengths of no more than five feet, and cannot exceed 40 pounds per piece to ensure safe manual lifting by the sanitation crews.
Reporting Missed Service and Cart Replacements
Occasionally, a sanitation truck may bypass a street due to mechanical failure or a blocked roadway. If your garbage or recycling cart is completely missed on a scheduled day, Lauderdale Lakes residents should contact the Public Works customer service line within 24 hours to schedule a courtesy recovery pickup. Additionally, if your city-issued cart is severely damaged, cracked, or has missing wheels due to normal wear and tear, you can request a free maintenance repair or a full cart replacement through the city's online service request portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in Lauderdale Lakes?
A: Waste Management collects garbage twice weekly and recycling once a week.
Q: How does the holiday schedule affect garbage pickup?
A: Christmas Day is the only observed holiday; service shifts to the next regular scheduled pickup 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 collection is scheduled once a month depending on the specific neighborhood zone map.
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