Waste Management Services in Detroit, MI
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Waste Management Services in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit Department of Public Works coordinates residential refuse collection through two private contractors serving different zones. The city generates approximately 1.2 million tons of MSW annually. Enhanced weekly collection of trash, recycling, yard waste, and bulk items represents major service improvement.
Residential Service
Free enhanced collection for residents - weekly trash, recycling, yard waste, bulk items. Funded through city budget. Major improvement from bi-weekly service.
Dumpster Rental
20-yard, 7-day rental
Providers
Licensed haulers serving Detroit
Waste Haulers Serving Detroit
Compare licensed waste management providers offering residential, commercial, and specialty services in Detroit:
Detroit Department of Public Works
municipal- Service coordination
- Contractor oversight
- Resident assistance
Priority Waste (formerly GFL)
regional- Residential collection (East & Southwest)
- Recycling
- Bulk items
- Yard waste
Waste Management
national- Residential collection (West & Northwest)
- Recycling
- Bulk items
- Yard waste
GFL Environmental (sold contracts)
regional- Previously served Detroit - contracts sold to Priority June 2024
Detroit Waste Management Costs
Understand typical pricing for waste services in Detroit. Costs vary by provider, service level, and property type.
Residential Services
Free enhanced collection for residents - weekly trash, recycling, yard waste, bulk items. Funded through city budget. Major improvement from bi-weekly service.
Commercial Services
Private haulers. Competitive Detroit market. Midwestern pricing. Economic recovery driving commercial growth.
Dumpster Rental
7-day rental. Midwest competitive pricing. Urban renewal and construction creating demand.
Junk Removal
Quarter truck ~$155-$270, half truck $270-$405, full truck $440-$625. Midwest rates.
Detroit Waste Regulations & Requirements
Dumpster Permits
Dumpster permits required from Detroit Buildings, Safety Engineering and Environmental Department (BSEED) for right-of-way. Fees vary.
Recycling Requirements
Weekly recycling collection through Priority Waste and WM contractors. Voluntary participation. Free recycling carts provided. Growing participation rates.
Special Regulations
- Service zone split: East/Southwest (Priority), West/Northwest (WM)
- Priority Waste took over from GFL June 2024 - major contractor transition
- Enhanced weekly collection: trash, recycling, yard waste, bulk items
- Yard waste collection March 31 - December 19 annually
- Bulk items collected weekly - very generous compared to other cities
- Detroit Recycles program expanding participation
- Contact correct hauler based on your location (I-94 divides zones)
Recycling in Detroit
Detroit provides free weekly recycling collection through contracted haulers. Single-stream system with blue carts. Detroit Recycles program focuses on education and increasing participation rates. Enhanced service represents major improvement.
Accepted Materials
- Paper, cardboard, newspaper, magazines, junk mail
- Plastic bottles & containers (#1-7)
- Glass bottles & jars (all colors)
- Metal cans (aluminum, steel, tin)
- Cartons & juice boxes
Not Accepted
- Plastic bags & film
- Styrofoam
- Food waste
- Electronics (separate collection)
- Batteries & hazardous materials
- Motor oil (separate collection)
- Textiles (donation or separate collection)
Special Waste Programs in Detroit
Take advantage of these specialized collection and disposal programs available to Detroit residents:
Detroit Recycles Program
City education and outreach initiative to increase recycling participation. Free blue carts, educational materials, community events.
detroitmi.gov/departments/department-public-works/refuse-collection/detroit-recycles
Weekly Bulk & Yard Waste
Enhanced collection includes weekly bulk items and yard waste (March-December). Among most generous service in major US cities. Set out with regular trash.
Weekly collection - contact Priority (East/SW) or WM (West/NW)
Contractor Transition Support
City assistance during Priority Waste takeover from GFL (June 2024). Resident support line for questions about new service.
East/SW: Priority (855) 927-8365 | West/NW: WM (844) 233-8764
Household Hazardous Waste Events
Periodic HHW collection events for Detroit residents. Free disposal of paint, chemicals, batteries, e-waste, motor oil.
Event schedule at detroitmi.gov or call (313) 224-3901
What Makes Detroit Waste Management Unique
- Enhanced weekly collection (2024) - trash, recycling, yard waste, bulk items all weekly
- Split contractor zones: Priority Waste (East/SW), WM (West/NW) divided by I-94
- Major contractor transition June 2024 - GFL sold contracts to Priority Waste
- Weekly bulk item collection among most generous in major US cities
- Detroit Recycles program working to increase participation rates
- Economic recovery and urban renewal driving infrastructure improvements
- Automotive industry legacy creates unique industrial waste considerations
- Cold Midwest winters impact yard waste season (March-December only)
Contact Detroit Waste Services
Get help with waste collection, recycling questions, or service requests:
Detroit Department of Public Works
Priority Waste (East/Southwest Detroit)
Waste Management (West/Northwest Detroit)
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