Lighthouse Point Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of Lighthouse Point, Florida.
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📍 View Official Collection MapService Provider
Waste Management
Phone Number
954-974-7500Facility Address
2200 NE 38th St, Lighthouse Point, FL 33064
Collection Schedule
Twice-weekly garbage collection and weekly recycling/yard waste.
Bin Colors
Green (Garbage), Blue (Recycling).
Guidelines & Rules
🎄 Holiday Delays
No collection on Christmas Day; schedule shifts for the rest of the week.
🛋️ Bulk Waste Pickup
Bulk collection is provided monthly according to a specific zone calendar.
⚠️ Important Guidelines
Trash must be at the curb by 7:00 AM; no waste may be placed out more than 24 hours early.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
Household Garbage Collection Days & Cart Placement
Residents in Lighthouse Point receive twice-a-week trash collection provided by Waste Management. To ensure your household waste is collected seamlessly, all trash must be bagged and securely placed inside the provided black garbage cart. Roll your bin to the edge of your driveway—not directly in the street—by 7:00 a.m. on your designated service days. Make sure the cart has at least a three-foot clearance from mailboxes, parked vehicles, and fences, with the wheels pointed toward your residence.
Bulk Waste Guidelines for Lighthouse Point Residents
The city conveniently collects bulk items and yard debris twice a week, coinciding with your regular garbage days. Items like discarded furniture, mattresses, appliances (white goods), and tree limbs can be left at the curb by 7:00 a.m. Do not mix your bulk pile with household trash or recycling carts. Always position large piles away from overhead wires, fire hydrants, and tree branches. Remember, the total length of your bulk pile should not exceed 12 feet.
Time Restrictions for Bin Put-Out and Retrieval
Keeping neighborhood streets pristine is a priority for the community. City regulations strictly dictate that you cannot set your black carts, recycling bins, or bulk debris out before 3:00 p.m. on the day prior to your scheduled collection. Furthermore, once Waste Management empties your containers, they must be brought back in and stored out of sight by 9:00 p.m. on the evening of your pickup day.
Senior and Disabled Side-Yard Assistance
For elderly citizens or those with physical disabilities who find it challenging to transport their heavy carts to the curb, the municipality offers a specialized side-yard collection program. If you qualify for this helpful accommodation, simply reach out to the Lighthouse Point Public Works Department at 954-946-7386 to get your address added to the assisted service route.
Holiday Suspensions and Missed Pickups
Solid waste operations in Lighthouse Point run almost entirely year-round. Crews will collect your refuse on nearly every major holiday, with the sole exception of Christmas Day. If a hurricane warning is issued, regular routes may be temporarily interrupted for safety. If your garbage, recycling, or yard waste is ever accidentally skipped during a normal route, contact Waste Management directly at 954-974-7500 (select option 1) to report a missed collection.
Managing Contractor Debris
It is crucial to understand that any waste generated by hired professionals—such as landscape contractors, roofers, or home remodelers—will not be collected by the city's hauler. Contractors are legally responsible for hauling away dirt, concrete, tiles, and heavy landscaping debris. If professional construction debris is abandoned at the curb, it will be classified as unacceptable waste, and the homeowner could face unexpected disposal penalties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in Lighthouse Point?
A: Twice-weekly garbage collection and weekly recycling/yard waste.
Q: How does the holiday schedule affect garbage pickup?
A: No collection on Christmas Day; schedule shifts for the rest of the week.
Q: Which bins should I use for trash and recycling?
A: Green (Garbage), Blue (Recycling).
Q: How can I schedule a bulk waste pickup?
A: Bulk collection is provided monthly according to a specific zone calendar.
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