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Garbage in a tote with a secure lid, set out on the curb

General tips for proper waste set-out

Proper waste set-out refers to the correct way to prepare and place your waste for collection. Following proper waste set-out practices is essential for efficient and safe waste collection and disposal.

All waste must be separated:

  1. Black bags in a garbage tote with a secure lid

    Black bags

    Wet waste/garbage in tote with secure lid

  2. Clear bags of recyclables set out for collection

    Clear bags

    Recyclables such as glass, metal, plastic

  3. Cardboard bundled and tied together for collection

    Cardboard

    Bundled and tied together for collection

  4. Organics tote

    Organics

    In biodegradable bags in totes

Organics tote
Box of certified compostable bags
Tote lined with a green compostable bag
  • Do not discard any linens/towels into the waste as soiled materials contain bodily fluids, which are detected when transporting the waste to the dump. If detected, our truck will be held at the facility and will not be allowed to leave until a full inspection is complete and the source is identified.

  • Bulk items cannot be placed for regular collection. Should you need pick up of any bulk items such as furniture, broken equipment, building materials, etc., contact Classic’s customer service to schedule and arrange special pick-up services.

Printable set-out guides