The Solid Waste Transfer Station only accepts municipal solid waste (household trash), bulk trash (couches, mattresses, etc.), and construction debris (C&D) that is generated within Guilford, Alamance, Caswell, Chatham, Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Montgomery, Randolph, Rockingham, and Stokes County.

Yard waste should be disposed of at the White Street Landfill.

The cost of disposing waste is called a tipping fee and is charged by the ton. This fee varies based on the amount of waste to be disposed. In general, the following rates apply:

Municipal Solid Waste, Bulk Trash, and C&D
Cars: $15 per trip
All other vehicles: $48 per ton ($20 minimum; deposit required). Higher rates for U-Hauls.

When paying by cash, a cash deposit is required at weigh-in for all vehicles except cars. The cash deposit amount is determined by the gross weight of the load:

The Transfer Station is open Monday through Friday from 6 am to 5 pm, and Saturday from 7 am to 1 pm. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before closing to allow for time to unload materials. 

The White Street Landfill and the Solid Waste Transfer Station are closed on the following dates:

The White Street Landfill only accepts construction debris and yard waste generated within Guilford County. Residential, commercial, and industrial trash should be disposed of at the Solid Waste Transfer Station at 6310 Burnt Poplar Road.

The following items cannot be disposed of at the White Street Landfill: solid waste, residential, commercial and industrial waste, hazardous waste of any kind, appliances, batteries, medical waste, liquid waste, asbestos, aluminum cans, animals, tires, fluorescent bulbs, electronic equipment, contaminated soil, and wooden pallets.

The cost of disposing of construction debris and yard waste is called a tipping fee and is charged by the ton. The White Street Landfill accepts construction and demolition (C&D) and yard waste at the following rates:

C&D
Cars: $15 per trip
All other vehicles: $38 per ton ($20 minimum; deposit required)

Please note: White Street Landfill customers will be required to leave a $150 deposit when bringing in loads of construction debris or yard waste at or after 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, or after 12:30 pm on Saturdays. White Street Landfill customers who return to the scale to weigh out after 5:20 pm Monday through Friday, or after 1:30 on Saturdays, will be charged a special handling fee of $150 per load, in addition to the applicable per ton tipping fee for disposal of their material.

Yard Waste
Cars: $15 per trip
All other vehicles: $40 per ton ($20 minimum; deposit required)

The White Street Landfill is open Monday through Friday from 7:50 am to 4:50 pm, and Saturday from 7 am to 1 pm. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before closing to allow for time to unload materials. 

The White Street Landfill and the Solid Waste Transfer Station are closed on the following dates:

The following items should be brought to the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center and not disposed of with regular household garbage. The HHW Center is available for residential use only. If you're not sure about an item, use the Waste Wizard to search and find out if it should be taken to the HHW Center. 

Garage and Workshop Products:
Acids/bases
Acetone
Parts cleaners
Turpentine
Contact cement
Driveway sealer
Fiberglass epoxy

Automobile fluids:
Brake oil
Motor oil
Starter fluid
Transmission fluid
Antifreeze
Car batteries
Wet cell batteries
Gasoline and other fuels 

Home and Garden Products:
Glue (solvent based)
Lighter fluid
Paint
Paint thinner
Paint stripper
Photographic chemicals
Shellac
Stain
Varnish
Deck sealer
Wood preservatives
Fungicide 
Pesticides
Insect spray
Rat poison
Weed killer
Pool chemicals

Household cleaners:
Furniture polish
Metal polish (solvent-based)
Cleaners (solvent based)
Drain cleaners
Oven cleaner
Floor care products
Hair remover
Nail polish
Polish remover
Mercury thermometer
Thermostats

E-waste:
Televisions
Computers
Cell phones
Fax machines
All types of batteries
Fluorescent bulbs

Prohibited Items: Do not bring any of the following items to the HHW Center:

• Explosives or shock-sensitive materials
• Garbage
• Medical waste
• Radioactive material
• Reactive or unstable materials
• Recyclables
• Commercial hazardous waste
• Unknown or unlabeled materials

The best way to handle household hazardous materials is to avoid them altogether or use the less-toxic cleaning substitutes shown below:

All Purpose Cleaner - Mix 1/2 cup of borax with one gallon of water.
Fabric Softener - Add 1/4 cup of baking soda or white vinegar to the rinse cycle.
Furniture Polish - Mix two parts vegetable oil and one part lemon juice.
Silver Polish - Soak silver in one quart of warm water with one teaspoon of baking soda, one teaspoon of salt, and a small piece of aluminum foil.
Chrome and Stainless Steel Cleaner - Dip dry cloth into flour and rub on the surface.
Wood Floor Cleaner - Dampen cloth with a solution of water and mild soap. Wring cloth almost dry and wipe section by section, so that no section stays wet.
Brass Cleaner - Mix equal parts lemon juice and baking soda to make a paste. Cover brass surface with paste and allow to dry, then quickly wipe off.
Ceramic Tile Cleaner - Mix equal parts of white vinegar and borax to paste.
Oven Cleaner - Sprinkle with water and baking soda. Rub gently with a fine steel wool pad; line oven with aluminum foil.
Glass Cleaner - Mix three tablespoons of white vinegar in two cups of warm water.
Air Freshener - Place baking soda or herbs in an open dish.
Rug and Upholstery Cleaner - Sprinkle cornstarch. Let sit for five minutes, then vacuum.

In order to better meet the collection needs of residents, and operate more efficiently and cost-effectively, the City began collecting recycling every other week in 2008.

When we made the switch from every week to every other week collections in 2008, the amount of recycling collected remained the same, while our participation rate doubled. Since 2008, the amount of recycling collected each year has not increased enough to make it financially feasible to return to weekly recycling collection. Recycle more and encourage your neighbors to recycle so that we can make every week recycling a possibility. 

Use GSO Collects to view, download, and print your collection calendar. You can also sign up for collection reminders, so you never miss a collection again!

Use our Web Tool or download on the iOS or Google Play Store. 

In addition to trash, recycling, and bulk waste collection, the City of Greensboro also provides:

• Yard waste collection on your assigned service day; no appointment needed
• Appliance collection by appointment; call the City's Contact Center at 336-373-CITY (2489)

Bulk trash consists of items that are too big to fit in your green trash container, such as:

• furniture
• swing sets
• lawn mowers (drained of gas and oil).

Extra bags of trash outside your green container are not considered bulk trash and will not be collected by City crews.
If you frequently have more trash than you can fit in your container, you may want to purchase an additional trash container, by calling the City's Contact Center at 336-373-CITY (2489).

Greensboro now offers recycling drop-off sites at the White Street Landfill and Solid Waste Transfer Station for paper, cardboard, metal, plastic and glass. The drop-off sites are for residents who have too much recycling for their regular residential containers. This service is free for City of Greensboro residents and $10 for non-residents.

Proof of residency is required (such as a water bill). When you arrive, proceed to the scale house window for unloading instructions.

Locations and Hours

• White Street Landfill, 2503 White St.

  Hours: Mondays through Fridays from 7:50 am to 4:50 pm; Saturdays from 7 am to 1 pm

• Transfer Station, 6310 Burnt Poplar Rd.
  Hours: Mondays through Fridays from 6 am to 6 pm; Saturdays from 7 am to 1 pm

The City also offers seven other locations for recycling glass only.

** Any vehicle larger than a 6x12 hand unload trailer without sides delivering cardboard & low bulk density material to the transfer station—whether personal or commercial—will be subject to the following charges:

• Fees based on total weight, and
• A $150.00 special handling fee

This policy applies to all cardboard & low bulk density material loads without exception.

Low-density solid waste consists of lightweight, bulky, or airy materials that occupy significant volume without adding substantial weight, such as packaging plastics, office paper, cardboard, foam, and food service items. These materials are best handled in flexible, high-capacity containers rather than heavy-duty bags. 

Common Examples of Low-Density Solid Waste:

• Packaging Materials: Plastic film, air pillows, packing peanuts, expanded polystyrene (foam), bubble wrap, and plastic shopping bags.
• Office/Paper Waste: Paper, cardboard boxes, envelopes, shredded paper, and disposable food service items like paper cups.
• Plastic Waste: Thin, flexible plastic containers, such as water bottles, food tubs, and bread bags.
• Household Items: Light clothing, rags, plastic containers, and small household packaging.
• Miscellaneous: Disposable plastic utensils, food packaging wrappers, and light packing materials. 

 Visit this webpage for more information on changes to Greensboro recycling. Stay up-to-date on the latest solid waste new by downloading the GSO Collects mobile app or using the online tool.