Residential Waste & Recycling Pickup Services
Count on LePage & Sons for local, reliable trash and recycling pickup in east central Minnesota. We collect trash on a weekly basis and recycling on a bi-weekly basis. At LePage, we’re punctual, we’re easy to work with, and we practice responsible disposal methods to keep our community and the environment pristine. Sign up for service to start benefiting today!
Best Price Guarantee
We promise the best prices in the waste and recycling industry, with no hidden fees or charges. And we will price match other residential waste pickup services to make sure of it!
Best Service Guarantee
We care about our customers, and we demonstrate it with convenient, timely, and dependable waste solutions. We respond to all voicemails and emails within the day to better meet your needs.
Residential Trash ContainerS & SCHEDULE
Garbage removal is an important part of protecting and safeguarding the community from the harmful effects of waste. We operate on a weekly garbage pickup schedule and bi-weekly recycling schedule to help ensure your trash is promptly taken care of. Our residential trash pick-up schedules for East Bethel and surrounding areas are designed to suit your trash removal needs.
35-Gallon
1–2 bags per week
Recommended for households with 1–2 members
64-Gallon
3–5 bags per week
Recommended for households with 3–4 members
96-Gallon
5–7 bags per week
Recommended for households with 4 or more members
Recycling: Accepted Items
At LePage & Sons, we don’t require you to sort or separate your recycling. But it is important to only put recyclable items into your recycling cart and not treat it like another trash can.
We do not accept plastic bags, fuel or propane tanks, cords and other tanglers, sharp objects, needles, batteries, electronics, or hazardous waste for recycling. Please do not put these items in your recycling cart. We bring all recycling to Eureka Recycling in Minneapolis. Visit their website for more information on what types of items you can recycle.
Plastic Containers
bottles, jugs, cups, and other containers.
Cardboard Products
cardboard, pizza, cereal, cracker, shoe, and gift boxes, juice boxes, snack cans for chips and nuts,
as well as refrigerated food and toiletry boxes
Metal Products
food and beverage cans, aluminum foil and trays, empty aerosol cans, and decorative and pie tins.
Paper Products
office and school papers, newspapers, magazines, mail, and phonebooks.
Glass Products
food and beverage bottles and jars.
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Additional Residential Waste Services
Yard Waste & Compost
We offer 96-gallon yard waste containers for a yearly fee. We will collect up to 10 extra bags of yard waste laid next to your yard waste can (must be in compostable bags or reusable containers). For every bag exceeding the 10-bag limit, we charge an additional $5 per bag. This service runs weekly from early April through late November, although exact dates are subject to change depending on weather.
Accepted materials
- grass clippings
- leaves
- other organic yard debris
- hay
Not accepted
- sod & dirt
- tree stumps, lumber, treated wood
- rock
Bulk Waste Pickup
Need help getting rid of big and bulky items? For an additional fee, we can pick up furniture, appliances, equipment, mattresses, and other items that are too large to fit in our standard waste containers. Contact us to request a bulk waste pickup or to check if your specific items are accepted.
Discounted Dumpster Rentals
Residential customers receive discounted rates on our roll-off dumpster rentals. Perfect for home renovations and other waste-intensive projects, our dumpsters make it easy to dispose of your unwanted items, debris, or recycling. Dumpsters are available in a range of sizes to suit your needs.
Residential Waste Service FAQs
What cities do you provide residential waste and recycling services to?
We serve homeowners in Anoka County, Sherburne County, and other parts of east central Minnesota. View our residential service area for a full list of communities we serve.
How often do you bill?
Your bill is due every two months.
What is the Extra Tip Charge?
If your cart is overflowing to the point you cannot close the lid or if you have extra bags next to your cart, you may be assigned an Extra Tip Charge for that pickup.
What can I recycle?
View a list of accepted items for recycling here or visit our recycling center’s website for more information on what types of items you can recycle.
How often do you pick up recycling?
We pick up residential recycling every other week.
Which recycling week am I?
Download our recycling schedule to see which weeks we will pick up your recycling.
Can I pay my bill over the phone? Is there a fee to do so?
Yes, you can pay your bill over the phone with a Visa or Mastercard. No fee applies.
Can I pay my bill online?
Yes, online payments, including auto-pay and eBilling, are available on our online portal.
What color carts are available?
Standard carts are available in red or gray. Pink carts are available for customers who wish to support the The Hope Chest for Breast Cancer.
Do the pink carts cost extra?
There is no extra cost for service, but there is a $30, tax-deductible, annual donation that goes to the The Hope Chest for Breast Cancer.
How should I place my carts during a snowstorm?
Please place your carts on a flat surface in your driveway, behind the curb line. Do not place them on top of snowbanks or in the street, as this interferes with snowplows and increases the risk of the cart being tipped over.
What if my cart is frozen shut or the waste is frozen inside?
During extreme cold, waste can freeze to the bottom of the cart. To ensure a clean dump, we recommend placing a piece of cardboard at the bottom of the bin or using a broom handle to gently loosen the contents before your morning pickup.
Can I dispose of hazardous waste like paint or oil?
No, hazardous materials cannot be placed in residential carts. But you can bring them to local county drop-off facilities. Find a facility near you in Anoka County, Sherburne County, or Chisago County.
How do I dispose of sharps (needles)?
We recommend bringing sharps to a community disposal site, such as the Anoka County Hazardous Waste Facility. But you can also place them in your residential trash cart if they are in a closed and taped puncture-resistant container (like a laundry detergent bottle) and clearly labeled “SHARPS.”
Do you offer curbside appliance pickup?
Yes! We can pick up refrigerators, washers, dryers, and other large items for a separate fee. Please contact us in advance to schedule a special bulk waste pickup.
What happens if my pickup falls on a holiday?
We observe New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. If your day falls on or after the holiday, your service will be delayed by exactly one day for that week.
I missed the truck this morning; can you come back?
If your carts weren't out by 6:00 a.m., we may be able to come back and pick them up for a small fee. Please call us at 763-757-7100 to learn more. Alternatively, we can pick up extra bags for a fee on your next regularly scheduled day.
Can I change my cart size after I sign up?
Absolutely. If you find your 64-gallon bin is too small or your 96-gallon is too big, contact us to swap it out.
Do I need to bag my recycling?
No. Please place recyclables loose in the bin. Plastic bags get tangled in sorting machinery and are actually the #1 cause of recycling contamination.
Can I recycle shredded paper?
No, shredded paper is too small for standard sorting. Please place it in a paper bag, staple it shut, and place it in your trash cart, or bring it to a local drop-off location for specialized recycling.
WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS HAVE TO SAY
Out of 5 stars. | Overall rating of 896 first-party reviews.
4.5
TESTIMONIALS
I want to say that their customer service is amazing! We have been bombarded with different kinds of illnesses the last month and there were days I couldn’t take out my trash to the side of the road. The driver has been doing that for us when he’d see that I didn’t bring it out. I’m beyond thankful for their wonderful service.
Inna Gamayunov
Lepage and sons has always had great prices and friendly customer service. I have forgotten to put my recycling can out twice in a row and I woke up this morning to find they had brought them down for me. They have earned my business for life!! Thank you for the genuine act of kindness!!
Summer Reese
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