Commercial Recycling Collection for Small Business
Wipe Out Waste!
Questions about managing your waste stream? Learn how trash and recyclables are managed in our County.
Solid Waste and Recycling is a division of the Mecklenburg County Land Use and Environmental Services Agency. It is responsible for managing solid waste processing, overseeing full-service drop off centers, and conducting residential, business and school community outreach efforts focusing on sustainability and waste reduction.
Please note, that we have different types of acceptance centers to meet your needs:
- Full-Service Recycling Centers (Accepts curbside recycling and enhanced recycling, as well as trash, bulky furniture, waste motor oil and household hazardous wastes HHW)
- Staffed Recycling Centers (Accepts only recyclables, NO TRASH, NO HHW)
- Self-Service Recycling Centers (Non-staffed centers located in Parks, only accept curbside recyclables)
Bulk brush mulch is currently available at Foxhole, Hickory Grove and Compost Central.
What do I do with THAT?
Try out the "CheckMeck" Waste Search
Please note: This tool is for county residents outside of Charlotte city limits. Charlotte residents should use the City's Waste Wizard tool in the CLT+ app instead. Not sure where you reside? Check your location with Polaris.
Type the name of an item and we'll tell you how to recycle or dispose of it.
Explore our other programs and services:
Events
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What Items Can I Recycle Curbside?
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I want to purchase compost and mulch.
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I want to throw something away.
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Solid Waste Fees, Permits and County Ordinances
Question about Residential Trash or Recycling Collection?
Tools & Resources
- Make a Landfill Payment
You can make a landfill payment by visiting our online payment portal.
- Become a Wipe Out Waste Ambassador
Whether you are a County department, or an outside agency working with the County, you need to be aware of the look and feel of our branding.
- Wipe Out Waste Guide
Comprehensive guide to answering most every question about trash & recycling.