City Of Kirkwood, MO
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Kirkwood Sanitation keeps our City clean and green with reliable trash collection, easy recycling, and special waste disposal programs. We are committed to sustainability and serving our community every day.
Contact us if you need information related to:
- Reporting a missed trash or recycling pickup.
- Scheduling a special pickup for bulky items.
- Inquiring about collection schedules and holiday changes.
- Requesting information on recycling guidelines and accepted materials.
- Reporting sanitation concerns or issues in their area.
- Making changes to your existing service.
Or call us at 314-822-5828 or report a concern through our mobile app KirkwoodKonnect
For a list of this year's holidays and other important information, please read the Sanitation Brochure.
Kirkwood Sanitation Services at a Glance:
Weekly Collection
Trash, recycling, and yard waste are picked up weekly for single-family homes. 65-gallon carts provided (95-gallon available upon request).
Bulky Item Collection
Free, twice-a-year pickup for large items like furniture and appliances. Register at least a week before pickup.
Special Pickups
We handle oversized cardboard and other items not covered by regular service.
Yard Waste Disposal
We collect leaves, grass clippings, garden waste, and small branches. We also offer free Christmas tree pickup in January.
Hazardous Waste
Check out St. Louis County’s site for hazardous material disposal info.
Rear-Yard Service
Optional rear-yard pickup for trash and recycling.Collection Days
Trash, recycling, and yard waste are picked up once a week—have everything at the curb by 6:00 a.m. Find your collection day by street address. Service runs Monday through Thursday.
Cart Placement
Keep trash and recycling carts three feet apart and away from cars, trees, or mailboxes. Handles should face the sidewalk.
Yard Waste
We collect leaves, grass clippings, garden waste, and small branches. Yard waste bags should not exceed 50 pounds. Yard waste bags can be bought at local stores and yard waste stickers can be bought at City Hall at the Finance Department.
For Special Pickups, call 314-822-5828.
Special Pickups – Fridays Only
Request your special pickup by noon on Thursday for Friday service. Requests after 12:00 p.m. will be scheduled for the next Friday.
What We Pick Up
- Major appliances
- Large furniture
- Miscellaneous items (up to 2 cubic yards)
Loose items must be boxed, bundled, or bagged. Railroad ties and lumber should be cut to 3-foot lengths.
How to Schedule
Enter your address in the tool below, select the garbage truck icon, and choose "Special Collection Service," or call 314-822-5828.
What We Don’t Collect
No concrete, bricks, yard waste, hazardous materials, nails, concrete, or items with Freon.
Cost
$25 per item or per 2 cubic yards, added to your next utility bill.
Make sure items are at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your scheduled Friday pickup!
Free Bulky Item Pickup – Twice a Year
Kirkwood residents get FREE bulky item collection in Spring and Fall!
Hazardous Waste
Dispose of hazardous materials at St. Louis County's permanent collection site. Be sure to schedule an appointment in advance.
Christmas Tree Pickup
Free curbside pickup in January. Just remove decorations—no plastic bags.
Basic Sanitation Service
Once-a-week trash and curbside recycling:- 65-gallon carts: $27.23/month
- 95-gallon trash cart & 65/95-gallon recycling cart: $32.23/month
Rear-Yard Sanitation Service
Once-a-week trash and recycling:- 65-gallon carts: $46.82/month
- 95-gallon trash cart & 65/95-gallon recycling cart: $51.82/month
Call 314-822-5828 to inquire.
Yard Waste Disposal
- Yard waste bags (5-pack): $12.27/package (prices may vary by retailer)
- Yard waste stickers (available at City Hall in the Finance Department): $2.00 each (for non-Kirkwood bags)
Yard waste bags available at Kirkwood City Hall or these local retailers:
- Global Foods Market
- OK Hatchery
- Ace Hardware Des Peres
- Kirkwood Hardware
- Kirkwood Deli
- Schnucks Kirkwood & Des Peres
- Dierbergs Warson Woods & Des Peres
For a list of 2024 holidays and other important information, please read the Sanitation Guide.
Find a Local Electronics Recycling EventGeneral Questions: Call 314-822-5828 or email: sanitation@kirkwoodmo.org
Danielle Johnson - Administrative & Operations Assistant, 314-822-5828 johnsoda@kirkwoodmo.org
John Howze - Sanitation Superintendent, 314-822-5849 howzeje@kirkwoodmo.org