Streets & Sanitation

Hours of Operation

8am - 5pm Monday - Thursday

8am - 11am Friday

Office: (864) 681-2385

124 Caroline Street, Laurens, SC

Hours and Contact

Guidelines

The City of Laurens Streets & Sanitation Department is committed to keeping our community clean, safe, and well-maintained. Please review the guidelines below to ensure proper service and avoid missed pickups.

Guidelines

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Garbage Collection

The City provides residential garbage collection Monday through Thursday based on your assigned route. Find your pickup day.

Key Guidelines

Place carts roadside the night before pickup
Only City-issued carts will be serviced
All garbage must be bagged
If your cart is not out, crews will not return until the next week

Garbage Collection Fees

$20 per month ($240 annually)
One cart included per household

Additional & Replacement Carts:

Second cart: $100 per year
Replacement cart: $100

Bulk & Household Items

The City collects certain bulk household items placed roadside.

Accepted:

Furniture (sofas, chairs, mattresses)
Household clutter
Cardboard boxes

Placement Rules:

Do NOT place items:

Near hydrants, poles, or signs
On water meters
Under guide wires
In ditches or roadways

Appliance Pickup

Appliances are collected Fridays only (by appointment)
Includes refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves, and water heaters

📞 Call to schedule appliance pickup. Office: (864) 681-2385

Yard Debris Guidelines

Yard debris must be handled separately from all other materials.

Accepted:

Leaves
Limbs
Shrubbery trimmings

Rules:

Must be placed in a separate pile
Do NOT bag leaves
Do NOT mix with household garbage

Size Limits:

Max 6 feet long
Max 6 inches in diameter

Do NOT place near:

Utility poles
Fire hydrants
Street signs
Water meters
Ditches or roadways
Do NOT bag leaves
Limbs exceeding size limits will not be collected

Important Notice

If a contractor is hired for tree removal or construction work, the contractor is responsible for removing all debris. The City will not collect contractor-generated materials.

Items NOT Picked Up

The City does NOT collect:

Construction materials
Batteries
Chemicals
Tires
Car parts
Cabinets
Dirt or soil
Large stumps or root balls
Creosote-treated wood
Telephone poles
Toilets or shower stalls

No pickup

Important Reminders

Only City-issued carts will be serviced
Do not mix debris types
Do not block roadways or drainage areas
Follow placement guidelines to avoid missed pickup

Need Assistance?

If you have a special situation or are unsure about an item, please contact the City and we will connect you with the appropriate department. 📞 (864) 681-2385