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Detroit Trash & Recycling
Pickup days, bulk items and illegal dumping for Detroit, Michigan, with official links and the latest local news.
Trash & Recycling in Detroit
Pickup schedule
Trash, recycling and yard waste days are set by Detroit or its contracted hauler.
Official website: https://detroitmi.gov/
Detroit residents can check pickup days and report missed pickups in the Improve Detroit app or at detroitmi.gov.
Bulk items and dumping
- Bulk pickup is usually scheduled, not automatic. Call or request online a week ahead.
- Appliances with refrigerant need a separate pickup.
- Illegal dumping on vacant land: report it to code enforcement with a photo and the address.
- Need a dumpster for a project? Dumpster rentals in Detroit.
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- Detroit Property Taxes Treasurer, assessing, exemptions and delinquent taxes
- Detroit Water & Sewer Water bills, shutoffs, assistance and sewer backups
- Detroit Trash & Recycling Pickup days, bulk items and illegal dumping
- Detroit Police & Fire Non-emergency lines, reports, records and fire inspections
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Detroit trash & recycling FAQ
2 questions
What day is trash pickup in Detroit?
Pickup days depend on your street. The Detroit website has the map or lookup; holidays usually push pickup one day.
Is this an official Detroit government page?
No. Rebuild Detroit is an independent guide. Official links on this page open the responsible office; confirm hours and fees with them.