Residential - City of Tifton

What Can I Put in My Trash Cart?

Quick Answer

Bagged household waste, small yard debris, and non-hazardous materials. Everything must fit in the cart with the lid closed.

Accepted Items

Household Waste

  • • Kitchen waste (bagged)
  • • Food scraps and containers
  • • Paper products
  • • Packaging materials
  • • Diapers (double-bagged)
  • • Pet waste (bagged)

Small Yard Debris

  • • Grass clippings (bagged)
  • • Small branches (under 4 ft)
  • • Leaves (bagged)
  • • Weeds and trimmings
  • • Small amounts of dirt

General Items

  • • Broken toys and household items
  • • Clothing and textiles
  • • Shoes
  • • Books and magazines
  • • Pillows and bedding

Small Household Items

  • • Small broken appliances
  • • Lamps and light fixtures
  • • Picture frames
  • • Small furniture pieces
  • • Rugs (rolled to fit)

Important Rules

  • !Lid must close - If it doesn't fit with lid closed, it won't be collected
  • !Bag all loose items - Loose trash can spill during pickup
  • !Weight limit - Cart should be liftable by the truck arm (under 200 lbs)

Not Accepted in Your Cart

Hazardous Materials

  • • Paint, stains, solvents
  • • Batteries (all types)
  • • Motor oil, antifreeze
  • • Pesticides, chemicals
  • • Propane tanks

Large Items & Electronics

  • • TVs, computers, monitors
  • • Appliances (refrigerators, etc.)
  • • Mattresses, large furniture
  • • Tires
  • • Construction debris

Have Items That Won't Fit?

Call us about bulk pickup or roll-off dumpster rental for larger items.

Call (229) 382-4411