Pickup Guidelines

Make sure to follow the guidelines below to ensure your trash and recycling actually gets picked up on your pickup day. If these aren't followed, your trash won't be taken by Waste Connections. If you have any questions about these, be sure to contact Waste Connections at 303.288.2100.

Cart and Service Guidelines
  • Container must be curbside by 7 am on service day (Please do not block sidewalk.)
  • Please leave at least 12 inches between containers
  • Do not park personal vehicles within 10 feet of containers on service day
  • Handles should be placed towards your house - Do not drill into, bolt or fasten anything to the cart
  • Call Customer Service to schedule large item pick ups i.e. furniture, carpet etc. (there may be additional charges) We will need at least 48 hours notice from your scheduled pick up day
  • Trash should not be higher than the lid of the container or be placed on top of the lid
  • Leaves and yard/grass clippings should be bagged and tied
  • Trash should be bagged and tied - Do not pack materials tightly into cart
  • Do not place the following items in the cart:
    Hazardous or prohibited waste or materials such as motor oil, tires, batteries, herbicides, pesticides or acids. Dead animals, dirt, sod, brick, concrete or rock, hot ashes, coals or flammable materials such as solvents, oil, gas or liquid paint