South Daytona Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of South Daytona, Florida.
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📍 View Official Collection MapService Provider
GFL Environmental
Phone Number
386-322-3080Facility Address
1672 S Ridgewood Ave, South Daytona, FL 32119
Collection Schedule
Garbage is collected twice weekly; recycling and yard waste are collected once weekly.
Bin Colors
Green for garbage, Blue for recycling.
Guidelines & Rules
🎄 Holiday Delays
Schedule shifts by one day following major holidays.
🛋️ Bulk Waste Pickup
Bulk items are collected weekly; white goods must be scheduled with Public Works.
⚠️ Important Guidelines
Yard waste must be cut to 4ft lengths and bundled properly.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
Solid Waste Collection Routine in South Daytona
Residents living within the city limits of South Daytona are provided with dependable curbside garbage collection through the city's Public Works department and their contracted hauling partner. Standard household refuse is collected twice weekly. To make sure your home is not skipped, wheel your city-issued garbage cart to the curb no later than 7:00 AM on your scheduled pickup days. Ensure the handles are facing your property, and leave a minimum of three feet between the bin and any surrounding obstacles like parked vehicles or mailboxes to allow the automated trucks to operate safely.
Recycling Properly in Volusia County
Reducing the volume of waste sent to the landfill is a major community priority. South Daytona utilizes a single-stream recycling system, meaning you can place all approved materials directly into your designated recycling cart without separating them. Acceptable items include rinsed glass jars, aluminum cans, cardboard boxes, and plastic bottles. It is absolutely crucial to keep plastic grocery sacks out of this bin, as they severely damage the mechanical sorters at the Volusia County recycling facility. Contaminated carts will be tagged and left at the curb unemptied.
Yard Debris Collection Days
Maintaining a beautiful property along the Halifax River means dealing with constant yard clippings. Green waste is serviced once a week. Homeowners should pack leaves and grass clippings into standard trash cans or heavy-duty yard bags. Any tree limbs or palm fronds must be sawn to lengths not exceeding four feet and tied into bundles weighing under 50 pounds. Debris from commercial landscapers must be removed by the contractors themselves and is not eligible for municipal pickup.
Discarding White Goods and Large Furniture
When you purchase a new sofa or replace a broken refrigerator, you cannot simply leave the old items on the swale. South Daytona offers bulk trash collection, but it requires residents to contact the Public Works office beforehand to schedule a specialized pickup route. For large appliances, commonly referred to as white goods, state law mandates that all doors be removed prior to curbside placement to prevent child entrapment. Items containing freon must be evaluated by certified professionals before disposal.
Household Hazardous Waste Management
Protect our local waterways by never dumping toxic chemicals in the regular trash. South Daytona citizens must collect dangerous substances like leftover paint, used motor oil, pesticides, and vehicle batteries and transport them safely to the Volusia County Solid Waste facility. The Tomoka Farms Road Landfill features a specific drop-off area where residents can responsibly dispose of these hazardous materials at no additional cost, ensuring they do not seep into the Florida aquifer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in South Daytona?
A: Garbage is collected twice weekly; recycling and yard waste are collected once weekly.
Q: How does the holiday schedule affect garbage pickup?
A: Schedule shifts by one day following major holidays.
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 are collected weekly; white goods must be scheduled with Public Works.
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