Every Wilmington neighborhood deserves to be clean, and working together toward this goal improves our self-image and our shared future. Mayor Purzycki’s Beautiful City Initiative is a consistent, sustained effort by City government and the community to keep Wilmington clean.

Wilmington 311

There’s just one number to call for ALL City government services - 311. That’s it. That’s the only number you need to request a service, ask for information, make a suggestion or lodge a concern. It’s quick, simple and easy. You can also access Wilmington 311 online at WilmingtonDE.gov/311. We’re providing improved government service to Wilmington residents and businesses!

Preparing and Placing Your Trash:

1. Place in the trash only those items that will spoil or cannot be recycled.
2. Close and tie trash bags, place bags in SMART trash bins.
3. Place trash cans curbside between 6:00 p.m. the day before collection and 4:00 a.m. the day of collection.
4. Remove trash cans from the curb no later than 6:00 p.m. on the day of collection.

Recyclables - YES

Place only these items loose, empty and clean into your recycle cart.

• Magazines, junk mail, paper bags, office paper, newspaper, etc.
• Plastic containers, cans, bottles, jars, cartons, cardboard.

Recyclables - NO

Keep these items out of your recycle cart.

• Trash, shredded paper, garbage, food, styrofoam, or plastic bags.
• Electronics, computers, broken window glass, mirrors, scrap metal or batteries.

Special Pickup

Special pickup is required for items exceeding 50 pounds or items unable to fit in trash cans. Call Wilmington 311 to schedule a special pickup. Such items may include mattresses, furniture, appliances (refrigerator doors must be removed), rugs, and clothes.

Yard Waste

Yard waste is collected on recycling days. Do not combine with trash.

Trash & Recycling Collection Schedule

Paper Option

Open the link below to print a paper version of the sanitation collection schedule.