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
Related Questions
Have Items That Won't Fit?
Call us about bulk pickup or roll-off dumpster rental for larger items.
Call (229) 382-4411