FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions
If a holiday falls on pick up day, when should I put out the garbage/recyclable containers?
Garbage/recycling will be picked up the day after the holiday. New Years Eve and Christmas Eve are not considered holidays, so garbage/recycling will be picked if it is a regular pick up day.
When do I have to have garbage/recyclables to the curb?
Before 7 AM of the scheduled collection day.
Where should I put the garbage/recyclable containers?
Please place your containers with the lid opening towards the street with a minimum of three feet between each container and other objects (car, tree etc.).
What should I do if my cart pickup is missed?
Call Pellitteri at 1-800-400-4285 or (608) 257-4285 or info [at] pellitteri.com (email) them.
How do I dispose of white goods?
"White goods" are refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves, freezers, air conditioners, dishwashers, central heating/cooling units, water heaters, etc.
Please make a list of the items you want to discard, including the type of material they are made out of, then call Pellitteri at (608) 257-4285. They will give you instructions and schedule your pickup on the next available date. If you have large amounts of material to discard please visit their website or call them about temporary dumpster services.
All appliances must be placed at the curb in one piece, except DOORS should be removed for safety.
Is there a fee?
Yes, this fee must be paid to Pellitteri before the item will be picked up. Check with Pellitteri for for fee information.
How do I dispose of bulky garbage?
To dispose of bulky garbage like furniture, call Pellitteri at (608) 257-4285. They will give you instructions and schedule your pickup on the next available date. A fee will be charged. Or you can wait until spring/fall clean up day. If you have large amounts of material to discard please visit their website or call them about temporary dumpster services.
What do I do with waste oil? (No charge)
Take waste oil to the drop-off site. It can be put in the receptacle by the dumpster marked WASTE OIL ONLY. NO paints, antifreeze, solvents, gas, paint thinners, or other flammable liquids or pesticides can be accepted. (See below for hours and location).
Dane County Residents: Visit this link to Dane County's Web site for hours and information.
Clean Sweep is a place to bring hazardous household materials such as oil-based paints and paint-related products, pesticides & poisons, household products containing organic solvents, ignitables and aerosols, and rechargeable batteries.
Location: 7020 Maahic Way, Madison, WI 53718
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7:15 pm to 3:15 pm, Sat. 8 am to 10:45 am
Green County Clean Sweep Brochure If you are a Green County resident, see this brochure for information about the county's disposal program.
When is brush chipped?
Brush is chipped the first and third Monday of each month, weather permitting.
Brush chipping begins weather, permitting April 1st and runs through the end of November.
What size brush can I put at the curb?
Brush must be six inches in diameter or smaller and cut into lengths that one person can lift.
What if I want to cut a tree, large branches or a large amount of brush?
Contact the Public Works Department at 424-3666 before you do to make arrangements. An hourly fee for equipment and labor will be charged.
Does the village pick up leaves?
Leaves are picked up in the fall only. Leaves must be in placed in the terrace. Collections will be done by Public Works staff as time allows.
Where can I drop off yard waste on my own?
Residents can bring leaves, grass clippings, yard raking and garden refuse to the compost drop-off site at no charge. See below for hours and location. This material will be spread on farm fields. NO STONES OR STICKS can be placed with these materials. All bags or boxes must be emptied and taken back home. NO KITCHEN WASTE will be accepted.
Where is the Village of Belleville disposal site?
It is located at 531 East Pearl Street by the wastewater treatment plant and Alliant substation.
Who can use the village disposal site?
Only village residents may use the facility. If you have questions, call Public Works 424-3666.
What can I dispose of at the site?
Only yard waste and motor oil. "Yard waste" means leaves, grass clippings, and garden debris.
What are the open hours?
- January, February, March, November and December: Closed for the season.
- April, May, September and October: Open every Monday night 5–7 PM and every Saturday from 9-10 AM.
- June, July and August: Open every Monday night 5 -7 PM and the third Saturday 9-10 AM.If a holiday falls on a Monday, the facility will be open the first work day following the holiday.
Is there anything I cannot bring to the site?
Garbage, bulky wastes, toxic or hazardous materials, fuel oil drums, barrels, gas cans, gas cylinder, pesticides of any kind and PCB & NON-PCB ballast, or florescent lights are not allowed at the dump site. Visit Dane County's Clean Sweep page for disposal information on these items.
What is E-Cycle Wisconsin?
As of September 1, 2010 several types of electronics are banned from Wisconsin landfills. These bans apply no matter where the devices are from or who used them. Wisconsin households, K-12 public schools and Milwaukee Parental Choice Program schools can recycle banned devices (except cell phones) through E-Cycle Wisconsin.
To learn more about E-Cycle Wisconsin, visit the website.
Which electronics are banned from Wisconsin landfills?
- Desktop computers
- Desktop printers, including printers combined with fax machines, scanners and copiers
- Video display devices of at least 7” long in the longest diagonal dimension. These include TVs, laptops and computer monitors
- Computer peripherals including keyboards, mice, hard drives, external modems and other devices
- Fax machines
- DVD players, VCRs, DVRs and other video players
- Cell phones
Which electronics can I recycle under E-Cycle Wisconsin?
- Desktop printers, including printers combined with fax machines, scanners and copiers
- Video display devices of at least 7” long in the longest diagonal dimension. These include TVs, laptops and computer monitors
- Computer peripherals including keyboards, mice, hard drives, external modems and other devices.
- Fax machines
- DVD players, VCRs, DVRs and other video players
Where can I take my electronics for recycling?
To find a list of E-Cycle Wisconsin collection sites, visit the website.