Deerfield Beach, FL Trash Pickup Schedule
Collection days, holiday changes, recycling rules, and drop-off options for Deerfield Beach, Florida — in one page, with sources.
Trash pickup in Deerfield Beach, FL is assigned by zone or street — Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday. Match your area in the trash schedule table below.
Trash Recycle Bulk
When is each service collected?
Recurring schedule for Deerfield Beach services.
| Service | When | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Trash | Depends on your zone | Depends on your zone — check the zone list |
| Recycling | Monday · Tuesday · Thursday · Friday | CURBSIDE RECYCLING SUSPENDED since July 2020 - no separation needed, all materials go in the brown garbage cart. Blue carts can be dropped empty at the Recycling Drop-Off Center or collected by the Division (954-480-4391). |
| Bulk | Monday · Tuesday · Wednesday · Thursday · Friday | Depends on your zone — check the Bulk zone list |
Which zone is my street in?
Collection day by zone. Confirm at the edges with the city.
| Zone | Day | Covers |
|---|---|---|
| Deerfield zone 1 (Monday & Thursday) | Monday & Thursday | Solid waste zone; recycling Thursday. |
| Deerfield zone 2 (Tuesday & Friday) | Tuesday & Friday | Solid waste zone; recycling Monday. |
| Deerfield zone 3 (Tuesday & Friday) | Tuesday & Friday | Solid waste zone; recycling Tuesday. |
| Deerfield zone 4 (Monday & Thursday) | Monday & Thursday | Solid waste zone; recycling Friday. |
Bulk collection days by zone
Use the zone list with the city’s current schedule.
| Zone | Day | Covers |
|---|---|---|
| Deerfield bulk zone 3 (Monday) | Monday | Bulk/yard zone (city is sole provider). |
| Deerfield bulk zone 6 (Monday) | Monday | Bulk/yard zone (city is sole provider). |
| Deerfield bulk zone 2 (Tuesday) | Tuesday | Bulk/yard zone (city is sole provider). |
| Deerfield bulk zone 7 (Tuesday) | Tuesday | Bulk/yard zone (city is sole provider). |
| Deerfield bulk zone 1 (Wednesday) | Wednesday | Bulk/yard zone (city is sole provider). |
| Deerfield bulk zone 4 (Thursday) | Thursday | Bulk/yard zone (city is sole provider). |
| Deerfield bulk zone 5 (Friday) | Friday | Bulk/yard zone (city is sole provider). |
What changes on holidays?
Upcoming days that move your pickup, with the exact shift rule.
- City-observed holidays (Drop-Off Center closure) (Thu, Jan 1, 2026) — no pickup change is recorded.
What about bulky or special items?
Mattresses, appliances, storm debris — the rules before you set them out.
- Automated arm rules — Cart metal bar faces the street; 5 ft clearance; inaccessible carts and extra ground bags are not serviced; lid must close.
- Bulk fee tagging — Non-compliant bulk piles get tagged with a non-collection notice and may be charged additional fees.
- Multi-family bulk — Apartment/commercial properties station a roll-off container or call 954-480-4391 for on-demand bulk collection.
More details: bulk & yard waste page.
Who collects what?
The provider for each service and how to reach them.
| Service | Provider | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Trash | City of Deerfield Beach, Division of Solid Waste (sole provider - municipal service) | |
| Recycling | City of Deerfield Beach | |
| Bulk | City of Deerfield Beach, Division of Solid Waste |
Common questions
The things Deerfield Beach residents ask most.
What days is garbage picked up in Deerfield Beach?
Twice weekly by area: Area 1 Monday+Thursday, Area 2 Tuesday+Friday, Area 3 Tuesday+Friday, Area 4 Monday+Thursday. Use DFB Waste Watch or the city's Solid Waste Pick Up Schedule map for your address.
When is bulk trash picked up in Deerfield Beach?
Every week - your bulk/yard day depends on your zone (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu or Fri). Set piles out before 7 AM, no more than 24 hours ahead, max 7 cubic yards, 10 ft clear of obstacles.
Does Deerfield Beach have curbside recycling?
No - suspended since July 2020. Everything goes in the brown cart. For real recycling use the free Drop-Off Center at 401 SW 4th Street (Tue-Fri 8-4, Mon/Sat 8-12).
Who provides trash service in Deerfield Beach?
The City itself - Deerfield Beach is the sole provider of curbside garbage service. Contact the Division of Solid Waste: 954-480-4391 or solidwastecsrv@dfb.city.
What happens if my bulk pile is too big in Deerfield Beach?
Piles over 7 cubic yards, landscaper-generated debris, or construction material get a non-collection notice tag and may incur additional fees.
Can I get an extra garbage cart in Deerfield Beach?
Yes, for an Added charge - contact the Division of Solid Waste at 954-480-4391. Carts stay with the property when you move.
Can I drop off food waste in Deerfield Beach?
Yes - the Drop-Off Center accepts fruits/veggies, meat/dairy, bread/grains, coffee/teabags and eggshells. Remove stickers, rubber bands and twist ties first.
What changed recently?
Every update to this page, newest first.
- Record created from city AGOL Solid_Waste_Schedule + BulkSchedule FeatureServers and deerfield-beach.com service pages.
- [CITY-STATED] Curbside recycling suspended; all materials consolidated into the brown cart.
- QA: population corrected to Census Vintage 2023 estimate (Deerfield Beach city: 87,325; prior estimate 86000).
Population 87,325 · Sources: services1.arcgis.com, services1.arcgis.com, www.deerfield-beach.com, www.deerfield-beach.com, www.deerfield-beach.com · Summarized from municipal, hauler, and public-data records; schedules change without notice.