Republic Services recycling calendar 2018 resources helped communities track pickup schedules across the year. This guide explains how to read the calendar, what each symbol means, and how to avoid missed collections.
Below is a structured summary of key details for the 2018 calendar year, including region codes, service frequencies, and holiday adjustments that affected many routes.
| Region | Service Frequency | Holiday Adjustments | Customer Support Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Metro AZ | Weekly | bottles and cansMoved to prior Friday | 602-556-7251 |
| South Valley NM | Biweekly | paper and cartonsDelayed by 1 day | 505-243-8600 |
| Central Tucson AZ | Weekly | mixed containersMoved to prior Friday | 520-792-3272 |
| East County CA | Weekly | organics and containersNo pickup on holiday | 858-239-2121 |
How to Find Your 2018 Calendar Pickup Window
Customers used the address lookup tool on the Republic Services website to match their street to the correct zone. Each zone had a printed calendar that listed exact dates for bottles, cans, paper, and organics.
Understanding Holiday Shifts and Missed Pickup Rules
In 2018, major holidays moved pickup to the previous business day. If the holiday fell on a scheduled day, crews returned later in the week only if the customer called in advance.
Recycling Symbols and Bin Color Codes
Blue bins accepted containers with resin codes 1 and 2, while green bins handled mixed paper and flattened cardboard. Stickers on the 2018 calendar used color bands to remind residents which items went where.
Tips for Avoiding Overflow and Contamination
Residents were encouraged to rinse food containers and keep lids on to reduce contamination. Placing carts at the curb by 6 a.m. helped ensure collectors could service every property on tight routes.
Key Takeaways for 2018 Republic Services Recycling Calendar Users
- Verify your region code using the online address tool before each quarter.
- Note holiday shift rules and mark alternate pickup days on personal calendars.
- Rinse all bottles and cans to prevent load rejection at the curb.
- Place carts visible by 6 a.m. to accommodate dense urban routes.
- Report missed pickups early using the designated request form on the website.
FAQ
Reader questions
My pickup was moved for a holiday in 2018, but I did not see the change on my calendar, what happened? Holiday adjustments were communicated through the online lookup tool and local news, and missed collections required a service request submitted by the posted deadline. Which items were allowed in the blue container according to the 2018 calendar?
Only bottles and cans with resin codes 1 and 2 were accepted in the blue container, and labels on the calendar reminded residents to remove lids and crush containers.
Why was my recycling rejected at the curb in 2018 and when could I reschedule?
Rejected loads occurred due to bagged contents or excessive contamination, and residents could request a redo pickup within the same week by contacting dispatch.
I live in an apartment, does the 2018 calendar apply to my building’s dumpster service?
Multi-family schedules followed the same holiday rules, but units used consolidated roll-offs, so residents were directed to check with property management for exact timing.