North Miami Beach Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of North Miami Beach, Florida.
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📍 View Official Collection MapService Provider
Waste Management
Phone Number
305-948-2904Facility Address
17011 NE 19th Ave, North Miami Beach, FL 33162
Collection Schedule
Waste Management handles twice-weekly garbage and weekly recycling using automated carts.
Bin Colors
Green for garbage, Blue for recycling.
Guidelines & Rules
🎄 Holiday Delays
No collection on Christmas Day; waste is collected on the next regular service day.
🛋️ Bulk Waste Pickup
Bulk collection is provided once a month depending on the designated neighborhood zone schedule.
⚠️ Important Guidelines
Garbage carts should be set out before 7:00 a.m. with handles facing the house.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
Standard Residential Garbage Collection
The City of North Miami Beach prioritizes neighborhood cleanliness by providing reliable solid waste services to its residents. For single-family homes, standard household garbage is collected twice a week. Depending on your exact neighborhood boundaries and street location, your assigned service days will either be Monday and Thursday, or Tuesday and Friday. To ensure your waste is hauled away seamlessly, all green garbage carts must be rolled out to the curb by 7:00 a.m. on the morning of collection. Carts should be placed at least three feet away from parked cars, mailboxes, and trees so the automated mechanical arms on the garbage trucks can safely grab and empty them.
Bi-Weekly Blue Cart Recycling Program
Environmental sustainability is a major focus for the community, which is why residential recycling is collected once every two weeks. You should place clean paper, flattened cardboard boxes, metal food cans, and plastic bottles directly into your blue recycling cart. The city strictly prohibits bagging recyclables; all items must remain completely loose inside the bin so they can be properly sorted at the facility. If the lid on your blue cart cannot close fully because it is overfilled, the driver may skip your home to prevent debris from spilling onto the street and clogging local storm drains.
Bulky Waste and Appliance Pickups
Sometimes you have items that simply cannot fit inside your normal green cart. North Miami Beach offers specialized pickup protocols for large bulky items, including old furniture, broken yard equipment, and large household appliances. Residents can easily schedule a bulk pickup by contacting the solid waste division directly or submitting a swift online request through the county portal. It is vital not to mix unauthorized items like car tires, heavy construction concrete, or hazardous chemicals into your bulk pile, as this will result in the entire stack being left behind by the collection crew.
Managing Yard Trimmings and Landscaping
Maintaining your tropical landscaping is part of the joy of living in South Florida, but proper disposal of organic matter is required by city code. Palm fronds, grass clippings, and small tree branches can be placed curbside, provided they are tied into bundles that are manageable for crews to manually lift. Bundles should never exceed four feet in length or weigh more than fifty pounds. If you choose to employ a commercial lawn care company or professional tree trimmer, remind them that they are legally obligated to haul away all the yard debris they generate at their own expense.
Replacing Damaged or Stolen Waste Carts
Daily exposure to the intense Florida sun and the rough nature of automated lifting can sometimes cause a cart to crack or lose a plastic wheel. If your green garbage or blue recycling bin is damaged during normal collection operations, the city will dispatch a team to repair or replace it entirely free of charge. In the unfortunate event that your cart is stolen from your property, you must first contact the local non-emergency police line to file a quick incident report. Once you provide that official case number to the solid waste department, a fresh replacement bin will be delivered to your driveway.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in North Miami Beach?
A: Waste Management handles twice-weekly garbage and weekly recycling using automated carts.
Q: How does the holiday schedule affect garbage pickup?
A: No collection on Christmas Day; waste is collected on the next regular service 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 provided once a month depending on the designated neighborhood zone schedule.
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