Garbage Cart/Can FAQ's
As soon as you receive your cart, you can begin using it.
No. The carts have serial numbers on them that are assigned to the residence. Do not write anything on the cart.
We ask that all customers use the City provided cart as this allows the workers to attach to the cart tippers on the back of the trucks, eliminating the need for them to pick up the can/cart.
The new carts have wheels to allow the cart to be easily wheeled to the curb.
If a cart is damaged, the City will repair or replace it, unless the cart has been intentionally damaged. The City will not repair or replace personal cans.
The carts weigh between 25-40 pounds and have wheels on them to easily move the cart from place to place.
95 gallon = 335 pounds
65 gallon = 240 pounds
35 gallon = 122 pounds
While the carts and can tippers can handle extensive weight, the sanitation workers still have to move the cart to the truck. Please be mindful of the City workers.
Cart sizes available are 35, 65, and 95 gallons. If you find you need a different size cart, you may exchange it one time in a 24 month period free of charge. If you choose to swap cart sizes more than the one time in 24 month period there will be a charge of $35 for the swap.
Bagging your garbage provides another barrier for sanitation workers who handle the garbage. Bagging your garbage will also keep the can cleaner to prevent attracting bugs, rodents or other animals.
Yes. However, the cart should be free of any household garbage.
Place the item(s) three (3) feet from the cart if it will not fit into the cart.
Customers should only put out their City provided cart. If you need a larger one, you may exchange it free of charge within a 24 month period. If you need an additional cart, you may get an additional cart for a $35 Service Charge and additional $5 per month will be added to your utility bill.
Repairs for deliberate damage to the Garbage Cart done by the resident will be charged for the cost of replacement of cart or up to $50 for repairs.
Do not put any hazardous waste, medical waste, paint, auto fluids, household/pool chemicals or any combustible items in your cart. These items are not acceptable to be collected by the City and must be taken directly to the landfill. Empty containers may be placed in your cart.
Yes. If you have more trash than what will fit in the cart consistently, you may need a larger cart. Call Environmental Services for a larger can.
You should rinse out your cart(s) occasionally using mild detergents. Ammonia cleaners may discourage animals.
Contact the Edgewater Police Department to obtain a case number. Fill out the form on the City’s website and either mail or email the form to the Environmental Services Department. Once the form is received a new cart will be delivered to you.
Yes. Twice a week pickup of household garbage will continue.
No. There should be a cart at the residence. Carts have serial numbers on them and are to remain at the same residence. If your residence is a newly built residence, when you set up your utility account with customer service you will be asked what size cart you prefer and a service order will be sent to Environmental Services to have your cart delivered.
There should be a cart at the residence. Carts have serial numbers on them and are to remain at the same residence. If your residence is a newly built residence, when you set up your utility account with customer service you will be asked what size cart you prefer and a service order will be sent to Environmental Services to have your cart delivered.
Utilizing the cart will not affect your utility bill unless you request an additional cart, loose your cart, repair/replacement cost due to deliberate damages to your cart.
