Residential Solid Waste / Curbside Trash Cart Collection

The City of Pembroke Pines provides residential curbside trash collection service through Waste Pro USA. This service is for regular household garbage only and is collected using automated trash carts.

Collection Schedule

• Residential trash is collected twice per week.
• Collection days vary by location within the City.
• Trash carts must be placed curbside before 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled collection days.

Find Your Pickup Day

To view your Trash Pickup Day:

• Visit https://www.ppines.com/1762

Acceptable Materials

Curbside trash carts are intended for non-hazardous household garbage only, including:

• Bagged household waste
• Food waste
• Non-recyclable everyday items

All trash must be bagged before being placed in the cart to reduce odors and keep carts clean.

Prohibited Materials

The following items must not be placed in trash carts:

• Hot ashes or coals
• Household hazardous waste (See the Household Hazardous Waste section)
• Medical waste
• Construction or contractor-generated debris
• Bulk items (See Bulk Waste Collection section)

Composting and Waste Reduction

Residents are encouraged to consider home composting as a way to reduce the amount of household waste placed in trash carts. Composting helps divert organic materials from landfills while producing nutrient-rich soil for gardens and landscaping.

When food scraps and organic waste are placed in landfills, they break down without oxygen and generate methane gas, a powerful greenhouse gas that contributes significantly to climate change. Methane is far more effective at trapping heat in the atmosphere than carbon dioxide.

Composting allows organic materials to decompose with oxygen, which greatly reduces the production of methane gases. By composting at home, residents can help:

• Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
• Decrease the volume of waste sent to landfills
• Improve soil health and reduce the need for chemical fertilizers
• Support environmental sustainability efforts

Common compostable materials may include:

• Fruit and vegetable scraps
• Coffee grounds and filters
• Eggshells
• Leaves and small yard trimmings

Residents who choose to compost should ensure their compost systems are properly maintained to prevent odors, pests, or other nuisances.

Trash Cart Placement Guidelines

To ensure proper and safe collection:

• Place carts at the curb with the lid opening facing the street
• Do not block sidewalks, driveways, or storm drains
• Ensure there are no overhead obstructions
• Keep carts at least 3 feet away from:
  • Other carts
  • Vehicles
  • Mailboxes
  • Trees or fixed objects

Cart Use and Care

• Do not overfill carts; lids must remain fully closed
• Residents may not reload carts for additional service on the same collection day
• Carts should be cleaned periodically by residents using a hose
• Carts should be removed from the curb after collection and stored properly

Trash Cart Sizes and Weight Limits

Residents may choose from the following cart sizes:

• 35-gallon cart – up to 125 lbs
• 65-gallon cart – up to 220 lbs
• 95-gallon cart – up to 340 lbs

Selecting the largest cart available is recommended for larger households or residents with higher waste volume.

Holidays and Service Interruptions

• There is no trash collection on Christmas Day
• Service will resume on the next scheduled collection day
• During emergencies or severe weather, residents should monitor the City's website for service updates

Roll-Off Containers for Residential Projects

Residential customers who need a roll-off container (such as for a roofing replacement, renovation, or large cleanup project) must ensure that the container is provided through the City’s exclusive franchise waste hauler, Waste Pro.

Contractors working at residential properties may not use third-party roll-off providers within the City.

All roll-off container service for residential projects must be arranged through:

• 📞 Waste Pro USA (954) 967-4200

Important Notice

If a contractor utilizes a non-authorized third-party roll-off company, the homeowner may be subject to citations and fines issued by the City’s Code Enforcement Department.

To avoid penalties and ensure compliance with City regulations, residents should confirm with their contractor that Waste Pro will be used for any required roll-off container service.

Requests, Questions, or Service Issues

For trash cart requests, replacements, additional carts, or service concerns, contact:

• 📞 Waste Pro USA (954) 967-4200

You may also contact the City of Pembroke Pines Public Services Department at (954) 518-9000.

Online Complaints, Request & Compliments

In addition, Residents can submit their Complaints, Request & Compliments Online via the TrackEZ system.

Notices

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