How to dispose of yard waste?

To dispose of yard waste, you can sign up for our specialized yard waste removal services. Place your leaves, grass clippings, and other biodegradable yard waste in a 30-gallon paper bag. Some locations offer pickup for larger items like branches and sticks. Check with your local office and bundle them separately, ensuring each bundle is no longer than 4 feet and weighs less than 40 pounds.

Why can't you put yard waste in a regular trash can?

Yard waste should not be mixed with regular household trash for several reasons. Yard waste can be turned into valuable compost, a process which regular trash hinders. Also, keeping yard waste separate is often required by local or state laws and guidelines in order to promote recycling and reduce landfill waste.

What types of yard waste can be composted?

Items like leaves, grass clippings, and smaller twigs can be composted. Please avoid putting non-biodegradable items or hazardous materials in your yard waste bags or bundles.

Is it mandatory to use a 30-gallon paper bag for yard waste?

The size of the bag is not standardized, but the material is crucial. We highly recommend using a paper bag for yard waste because it is compostable. In some areas paper bags are mandatory for collection. This makes the disposal process more eco-friendly and efficient. Please be sure to check with your local office for yard waste collection requirements at your location. You can also check the Waste Wizard on our Recycling Guide page to look up guidelines specifc to your address. (address lookup available to existing customers)

How do I dispose of dog waste in my yard?

Dog waste should not be placed in the yard waste bin. Use a designated pet waste disposal method.

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Yard Waste Disposal

Keep your yard clean. No need to worry about disposing of grass clippings, leaves, branches & more, we take care of it for you.

Acceptable and unacceptable items vary by location. Please contact your local office for details.

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Yard Waste Disposal from Waste Connections

How To Get Rid of Yard Waste in 3 Simple Steps

Bag It

Use a 30-gallon paper bag for your yard waste disposal

Set It Out

Place the bag on the curb on your designated pick-up day.

We Collect and Recycle

We collect and compost your yard waste, turning it into useful resources.

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Why Use Paper Bags for Yard Waste Pickup?

Eco-Friendly & Compostable – Paper bags break down naturally, unlike plastic bags.
Accepted for Pickup – Use a 30-gallon paper bag for effective and eco-friendly yard waste removal.
Easy to Find – Available at hardware stores, supermarkets and online.

What Can You Put in a Yard Waste Bag?

✅ Leaves, grass clippings, and yard trimmings

🚫 No dirt, rocks, or food waste

Bundle long sticks, branches, or limbs separately (up to 4 feet long and 40 pounds each). Your efforts help us transform yard waste into compost

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What Can I Dispose of?

Yard Waste Solutions for Every Need

Christmas tree (natural)

Yard and garden trimmings

Branches

Leaves

Grass clippings

Questions about other materials? Please check our recycling guide.

Recycling Guide

Benefits of Choosing Waste Connections

Benefits of Yard Waste Pickup

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Minimize the necessity for landfill visits

Yard waste removal with Waste Connections is convenient because it reduces the need for trips to the landfill. Our highly trained staff does all the heavy lifting for you.

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Mitigates potential dangers

Yard waste removal reduces hazards, like fire risk and pest attraction, promoting overall health.

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Guarantees your yard looks attractive

Maintaining a pristine yard requires effort, and yard waste pick up ensures a well-manicured lawn.

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Benefits for community

Yard waste pickup benefits the community by diverting millions of pounds of organic waste from landfills annually through composting.

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Are you still uncertain about sizing, pricing, or other details? Contact one of our professionals to get more information regarding which option is the best for you.

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