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Household Garbage Collection Instructions
Trash & Garbage Pickup Facts and Procedures:
Report a Missed Single Family Home Pickup
To report a missed pickup we recommend you use the Coral Gables Mobile Application or report online, for quickest response . If you do not have access to a computer, you may call (305) 460-5346.
Waste Collection for Single Family Homes
The collection, disposal and recycling of trash for all single-family and duplex properties is handled by the Public Works Department, Sanitation Division of the City of Coral Gables. You may call (305) 460-5346 for any questions related to Single Family homes, such as collection times, missed pick-up concerns, special pick up scheduling or how to get trash pits filled.
How to Set Up a New Waste Account for a Single Family Home
To set up a new waste account please contact the Finance Department at (305) 460-5301.
Waste Collection for Commercial and Multi-Family Properties, Including Duplexes
The collection, disposal and recycling of trash for commercial, and multi-family properties, including duplexes is provided by Waste Management of Dade County. You can reach Waste Management at (305) 471-4444 for specific information regarding services to Commercial properties, apartments and condominiums.
Hurricane Debris Removal Instructions
Hurricane debris removal is coordinated through FEMA. Residents are encouraged to place out storm-related debris from their properties, using existing hurricane debris piles if possible. Do not include broken furniture, discards or household refuse in vegetation piles, as this will impede the debris removal and processing operation. Failure to follow these FEMA requirements will result in delayed or no-pickup. Please call 305-460-5346 or 305-460-5000 if questions.
Additional Frequently Asked Questions
What to do with your Household Hazardous Waste?
For household hazardous waste items (unbroken CFL light bulbs, paint cans, pesticides, pool chemicals, etc.) residents are encouraged to items to the Miami-Dade County Home Chemical Collection Centers at one of the following locations:
The hours of operations for both locations are Wednesday-Sunday from 9am-5pm.
Please note: The City recommends calling 311 before going to ensure the collection centers are open and are currently accepting hazardous waste. The main number to the Miami-Dade Solid Waste Department is 305-514-6666
Will the City fill up the hole on the swale area that is left by trash removal operations?
Yes please create a service request or call (305) 460-5346 for more information.
When may I place my recycling bin and garbage cans out on the edge of the street for collection?
The City of Coral Gables provides backyard/side yard collection service of garbage and recycling. Garbage cans and recycling bins cannot be placed at the edge of the street at any time. According to City Code, “Containers shall be kept at a point upon the premises of the owner or occupant immediately adjacent to either side of the residence, behind the front building elevation. Containers shall be screened from view from any street.”
How do I dispose of used tires?
Do not dispose of used tires in your garbage can or on the swale. Please call (305) 460-5346 to schedule a pick-up of up to four tires. You can also take tires and other items to the Miami-Dade Home Collection Centers.
How do I dispose of appliances and old furniture?
Appliance collection is provided by appointment. Do not place appliances out until you have contacted the Sanitation Division to schedule a pick up. There is a $50 fee for appliances.
Old furniture is collected with the Trash and Household Debris collection; special collection fees for furniture may apply. Furniture can be placed out after 6:00 PM
Does the City offer two free pickups of trash each year?
No, the City of Coral Gables provides weekly collection of up to one cubic yard (about the size of a dishwasher) of yard waste and household items. An excess waste removal fee of $10/cubic yard applies to larger trash piles in excess of one cubic yard.
Can I put cardboard boxes or other household items on my trash pile at anytime during the week?
Cardboard boxes must be disposed of with your recycling collection and should be flattened and placed on top of or next to your recycle bin. Visit the Recycling Webpage for additional information.
Household items may only be placed out after 6:00 PM the night before your scheduled trash collection day and should be placed separate from any yard waste.
What are the proper recycling procedures?
To view the City's recycling collection procedures, pick up schedule. and to see a list of items that can and cannot be recycled please visit the City's Recycling Webpage
Where can I dispose of other common household items?
You can visit Earth911 for a list of retailers that may accept other common household items.
Improving Our Sanitation Collection Services
In order to improve the City’s sanitation collection services, the City hosted four Comprehensive Sanitation Plan Workshops in November 2018 and February 2019 seeking resident input. The City is analyzing how to improve our current residential backyard collection services which includes the household garbage and recycling, our bulk trash pile service, and "white goods" (refrigerators, washing machines, etc.) collection service. Please note that we are not proposing to eliminate the current backyard collection services.
February Comprehensive Sanitation Plan Community Workshop Presentation (PDF)
For more information please call (305) 460-5000.