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What services do you provide?
  • We offer residential and bulk item pick up
What items are not accepted?
  • Hazardous waste (batteries, chemicals, propane tanks, paints, oils, and solvents)
  • Medical waste (needles, pathogens, bodily fluids)
  • Construction and demolition materials, concrete, rock, dirt,
  • Large automotive parts, tires, engines
  • Any item too large for the compactor
  • Electronics (TVs, fridges, etc).
                      •   These must go to the E-Waste Program at 900 Madison St., Gary, IN 46402.
                              Monday - Friday, Between the hours of 8:00 am - 2:30pm
What should I do if my trash was missed?
  • Please contact our Customer Service Department at (219) 944-1211, opt 1. A pickup will be scheduled within 24 hours.
  • Submit a request via the City of Gary 311 here: Submit a Ticket
Do you offer bulk or large item pickup?
  • Yes, we offer pickup for furniture, appliances, mattresses, and other large items the first week of each month 
Do you offer larger item and rubbish drop-off?
  • Yes, once a month couches, dressers, tables, and other furniture. are allowed once a month at the GSD facility.
                      •   3600 W 3rd Ave., Gary, IN 46406 Monday - Friday, Between the hours of 9:00 am - 2:30pm
What should I do if my bin is damaged?
  • If your bin is damaged, please contact our Customer Service Department at (219) 944-1211, opt 1 to request a repair or replacement.
  • Submit a request via the City of Gary 311 here: Submit a Ticket
How do holidays affect pickup schedules?
  • If a holiday falls on your pickup day, collection typically moves to the next business day.
Can I have more than one can?

Yes

  • For a single-unit residence, an additional can has s a delivery fee of $25.00, billed to your account and your monthly service fee will be increased $10
  • For a multi-unit residence, an additional can has a delivery fee of $25.00, billed to your account and your monthly service fee will be increased $24.15
Gary Sanitary District is a publicly owned wastewater utility committed to providing superior water treatment services.

Contact Information

Location:

3600 West 3rd Avenue Gary, IN 46406

Phone:

219-944-0595

Office Hours:

8:00am - 5:00pm (Mon-Fri)
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