Garbage & Recycling

Household Refuse Disposal Requirements

Pursuant to Village Code 5-3-2-1, it shall be mandatory for the owner(s) of each single family and/or multifamily dwelling units in the Village to be responsible for subscribing with a licensed waste disposal firm duly appointed by the Village, for once-a-week garabe, recycling, and yard waste collection services, and make payment for such services directly with the appointed waste disposal firm. Where owners fail to subscribe to refuse collection service, service will be initiated by the waste disposal firm duly appointed by the Village with the property owner responsible for the charges. (Ord. 2023-O-12) 

Flood Brothers

The Village contracts with Flood Brothers Disposal and Recycling for weekly residential garbage and recycling disposal service. Collection takes place on Fridays between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm, with the exception of six observed holidays, where collection is delayed by one day. 

Billing Payment Cycle

Residential billing is managed directly by Flood Brothers, and is billed three times a year in January, May and September. Each bill represents a four-month period. 

For all inquiries or to establish or terminate garbage/recycling service contact Flood Brothers at 630-261-0400.

Yard Waste

Yard waste is collected with the regularly scheduled garbage service from April 1 through November 29. Yard waste, including grass clippings, leaves, bundled branches, brush or other natural garden materials, must be placed in paper yard waste bags or a dedicated 32-gallon container indicating "yard waste."  Yard waste must be kept separate from garbage and/or recycling containers. 

Bulk Pick Up

Residents are allowed to dispose up to seven (7) bulk items per calendar year at no cost. Contact Flood Brothers to notify of bulk item(s). Christmas tree pickup is offered the first three collections in January, after that the tree will be picked up but will be counted as a bulk item. 

Senior Rate Discount

Eligible Senior Citizens can receive 35% off their refuse and recycling rate. Contact Flood Brothers for eligibility.

Special Needs

Household head of family with a handicap need, may receive back door collection at no additional charge. Contact Flood Brothers service representative for information.

Hazardous Waste

Contact Kane County Recycles for information on disposing hazardous waste materials.