Waste Management Services in Nashville, TN
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Waste Management Services in Nashville, Tennessee
Nashville Metro Public Works Department of Waste Services provides curbside collection for 689K+ residents in the Urban Services District. The city generates approximately 1.3 million tons of MSW annually. Music City entertainment district and rapid growth create unique waste management challenges.
Residential Service
Basic service: one trash cart at no additional cost for new construction. Additional cart $65. Up to 2 recycling carts free. Cart replacement $65.
Dumpster Rental
20-yard, 7-day rental
Providers
Licensed haulers serving Nashville
Waste Haulers Serving Nashville
Compare licensed waste management providers offering residential, commercial, and specialty services in Nashville:
Nashville Metro Public Works - Waste Services
municipal- Residential collection
- Recycling
- Bulk items
- Yard waste
Waste Management
national- Commercial collection
- Dumpster rental
- Industrial services
Red River Waste Solutions
regional- Commercial collection
- Roll-off containers
- Construction debris
Nashville Waste Management Costs
Understand typical pricing for waste services in Nashville. Costs vary by provider, service level, and property type.
Residential Services
Basic service: one trash cart at no additional cost for new construction. Additional cart $65. Up to 2 recycling carts free. Cart replacement $65.
Commercial Services
Private haulers. Competitive Nashville market. Southeast pricing. Entertainment district drives unique commercial needs.
Dumpster Rental
7-day rental. Tennessee competitive pricing. Music venues and events drive demand. Construction boom.
Junk Removal
Quarter truck ~$165-$285, half truck $285-$420, full truck $460-$650. Southeast rates.
Nashville Waste Regulations & Requirements
Dumpster Permits
Dumpster permits required from Metro Public Works for right-of-way placement. Fees vary. Private property placement no permit.
Recycling Requirements
Bi-weekly recycling collection for single-family residences in Urban Services District. Free recycling carts (up to 2). Voluntary participation.
Special Regulations
- Service limited to Urban Services District - not all Nashville addresses eligible
- Single-family, duplex, triplex, quadplex residences qualify
- Collection 6am-5pm - carts removed from street by 7pm pickup day
- Holiday delays: if collection falls on holiday, delayed one day rest of week
- Nashville Waste & Recycling app for schedules and reminders
- Music City entertainment district creates unique event waste challenges
- Rapid population growth straining infrastructure
Recycling in Nashville
Nashville provides bi-weekly recycling collection in the Urban Services District. Free recycling carts (up to 2) for eligible single-family residences. Convenient Nashville Waste & Recycling app for schedules and information.
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
- Yard waste (separate collection)
- Construction debris
Special Waste Programs in Nashville
Take advantage of these specialized collection and disposal programs available to Nashville residents:
Nashville Waste & Recycling App
Mobile app for collection schedules, reminders, service requests, and waste disposal information. Available iOS and Android.
Download from App Store or Google Play | Free
Bulk Item Collection
Scheduled bulk item pickup for large items (furniture, appliances). Call ahead to arrange collection. Set out on scheduled day.
Schedule via app or call (615) 862-8750
Household Hazardous Waste Events
Periodic HHW collection events for Metro Nashville residents. Free disposal of paint, chemicals, batteries, e-waste, pesticides.
Event schedule at nashville.gov/waste-services or call (615) 862-8750
Urban Services District Coordination
Waste services limited to Urban Services District. County residents outside USD use private haulers. Metro coordinates service area.
Check eligibility at nashville.gov or hubNashville
What Makes Nashville Waste Management Unique
- Music City entertainment district generates unique event waste from venues and tourism
- Rapid population growth (fastest growing metro in Southeast) creating service expansion needs
- Urban Services District model - municipal service limited to specific area
- Nashville Waste & Recycling app provides convenient schedule and information access
- Country music tourism and conventions drive commercial waste in downtown/midtown
- Lower Southeast pricing compared to coastal cities - competitive market
- Hot humid summers require frequent collection to prevent odor issues
- Major construction boom from population influx driving dumpster demand
Contact Nashville Waste Services
Get help with waste collection, recycling questions, or service requests:
Nashville Metro Public Works - Waste Services
hubNashville (Service Requests)
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