Commercial Business Recycling

Eligible Businesses

Recycling is available to qualifying small businesses. Businesses that receive once-a-week hand collection of garbage qualify to participate in the Small Business Curbside Recycling Program. Please refer to the What Can I Recycle page for items accepted in the curbside program. Recycling carts must be at the curb by 6 a.m. on collection day. Collection service is provided by a private contractor, Waste Management.

To request service call 336-747-6970 or CityLink at 311. 

Ineligible Businesses

Business (including churches and non-profits organizations) that are ineligible include:

  • Those that use a dumpster for garbage collection
  • Those located in the downtown Central Business District receiving hand collection of garbage six days a week

If your business or organization does not meet eligibility requirements, please contact a private waste hauler such as Waste Management or Republic Services for recycling service. Drop-off centers may be used.