There will be NO waste services on Thanksgiving Day. Please see our holiday schedule here.
Welcome to our comprehensive range of residential waste services, designed to meet the specific needs of Islamorada's community. Whether it’s regular garbage collection, eco-friendly recycling, or specialized yard waste disposal, our services are tailored to ensure convenience, sustainability, and reliability. Explore each section to find out how we can help keep your home and our island community clean and green.
Island Disposal offers dependable and regular garbage collection services for the residents of Islamorada. We ensure your household waste is managed efficiently, with schedules designed to meet the community's needs. Our team is committed to punctual and hassle-free pickups, keeping your home and neighborhood clean and hygienic.
Household trash and recycling materials must be placed in the carts provided; bagged or stacked items will not be collected as part of normal service. You must call for non-containerized items to be removed.
Plastic bags and polystyrene products remain in the environment for 500 to 1,000 years. You can make a difference by avoiding these products!
Embrace a greener lifestyle with our comprehensive recycling services. We help you contribute to environmental sustainability by making recycling convenient and straightforward. From paper and plastics to metals and glass, our easy-to-follow guidelines and regular recycling pickups ensure that your efforts to recycle don’t go to waste.
CLEAN ALL recyclables and place them into your BLUE WITH YELLOW LID recycling cart. Items are sorted at the facility.
Metal
Paper (must be kept dry)
Plastics And Glass
NO paper towels, napkins, microwave popcorn bags, batteries, liquids, food, aerosol cans, bottle caps, Styrofoam, packaging foam, plastic bags, or garbage bags in your recycling carts.
Food-soiled recyclables must be cleaned before recycling or thrown in the trash if not cleaned. Aluminum Foil and foil containers may be recycled only if completely cleaned—no food residue remaining.
Computer & Electronic Waste
Household items such as dishes and drinking glasses are not recyclable.
DO NOT PLACE PLASTIC SHOPPING BAGS IN YOUR RECYCLING CONTAINER.
Recycling correctly is crucial for environmental sustainability and the efficiency of our waste management systems. In our 'Dos and Don'ts of Recycling' section, you'll find essential guidelines to help you recycle more effectively. This guide is designed to clarify common misconceptions and provide clear instructions on what can and cannot be recycled.
By following these simple rules, you can make a significant difference in keeping Islamorada green and reducing waste.
Unclean recyclables contaminate entire loads and may lead to loads of recycling being transferred to trash dumping sites. Rinse and clean all recyclables.
Avoid plastic shopping bags, they are a petroleum-based product that can harm and kill wildlife when they blow into the environment and the plastic releases dangerous chemicals into the land and water as it breaks down. Many reusable bag options are available. If you use plastic shopping bags, please recycle them at a local grocery store collection container. DO NOT PLACE PLASTIC SHOPPING BAGS IN YOUR RECYCLING CONTAINER.
Avoid Polystyrene products and Styrofoam, they are petroleum and chemical-based products that pose dangers to human health and the environment. Do not place Styrofoam in your recycling container.
Keep your gardens and yards pristine with our yard waste collection services. Whether it's leaves, grass clippings, or small branches, we provide eco-friendly disposal solutions that contribute to the health of our local environment. Our yard waste services are tailored to the unique flora of Islamorada, ensuring your green waste is managed responsibly.
Yard waste (vegetation) is collected manually in 32–gallon containers (provided by the resident) or bundled and tied piles.
Do not mix trash with vegetative waste in carts or bulk piles. Vegetation is recycled. Higher trash rate will be charged for mixed piles.
For larger items that can't be handled by regular waste collection, we offer special roadside pick-up. From furniture to appliances, let us help you dispose of your large items safely and efficiently. Schedule a pickup, and our team will take care of the rest, ensuring a hassle-free experience.
Oversized Yard Waste: Neatly pile your palm fronds, coconuts, and tree branches at the roadside. All must be cut to 6 feet in length. Fees apply.
White Goods: Neatly pile your unwanted household furniture and appliances at the roadside. No Fee.
Carpeting: Roll and tie your 6-foot-wide carpeting pieces and place them at the roadside. No Fee.
Construction and Automotive Debris: Before setting out this debris, contact our solid waste provider to discuss whether a special pick-up or the delivery of a dumpster is right for your situation. Fees apply.
Oversized Recyclable Materials: Neatly pile your oversized recyclable items, such as moving boxes, furniture, and appliance cardboard boxes at the roadside. No Fee.
Do not pile items underwires, near fire hydrants, or near trees. Do not mix items together.
Four times a year, Islamorada residents may take household hazardous waste products for free disposal to a special drop off location.
Household hazardous waste collection is an effort to remove hazardous materials from the waste stream and to properly control the disposal of the products. Waste disposal is available to residential customers only and proof of Islamorada residency will be required.
Visit www.islamorada.fl.us for quarterly collection dates and location.
used motor oil, antifreeze
hydraulic fluids, paints, stains, strippers, wood preservatives
roof and tar patching compounds
adhesives, putty, caulk, fiberglass, and epoxy resins
acetone, mineral spirits
muriatic acid, lye
pesticides, fertilizers, and weed killer
household and drain cleaners
pool cleaning products
tires off the rim that do not exceed a light-duty SUV
batteries of all sizes
electronic and florescent lighting waste
Find answers to common questions about our residential waste services.
Setting up your service is easy. Contact us via phone or fill out our online form, and we'll get you started with a schedule that suits your needs.
Visit your client portal here.
Our recycling program accepts a variety of materials, including paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, and metals. For a detailed list and guidelines, visit our recycling brochure.
Yard waste (vegetation) should be placed in 32–gallon containers or bundled and tied piles. Branches must be cut to 4 feet in length. You will need to request a special pick up for oversized yard waste. Neatly pile your palm fronds, coconuts, and tree branches at the roadside. All must be cut to 6 feet in length. For more information, click here.
Hazardous waste should not be disposed of in regular garbage or recycling bins. Four times a year, Islamorada residents may take household hazardous waste products for free disposal to a special drop off location. Visit www.islamorada.fl.us for quarterly collection dates and location.
Bulky items like furniture and appliances require special disposal. Request your pickup here.
You may view our pickup schedule here.
Don't hesitate to reach out! We're here to provide you with all the information you need to make informed decisions about your waste services needs.
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