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Brookfield Trash Pickup Schedule
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This Brookfield trash pickup schedule covers the city's contracted curbside service with GFL Environmental, where bulky items run on a flat per-item fee rather than a sticker or a free annual allotment - worth knowing before you set something out expecting it's included. Here's exactly how the Brookfield garbage collection schedule works, plus the full cost breakdown.
How often is trash picked up in Brookfield?
The Brookfield curbside collection schedule collects trash and recycling weekly, handled by GFL Environmental, the city's contracted hauler.
| Stream | Frequency | Provider |
|---|---|---|
| Trash | Weekly | GFL Environmental |
| Recycling | Weekly | GFL Environmental |
| Bulky items | By request | $45/item, GFL Environmental |
Find your exact pickup day
Every address on the Brookfield trash collection calendar has its own collection day:
See Brookfield's official trash collection page →
For service questions, call GFL Environmental at 262-367-6040.
Brookfield Trash Holiday Schedule
A one-day delay applies within the same week after any of 6 observed holidays, but only when the holiday falls on a weekday - a holiday landing on a Saturday or Sunday causes no change.
| Holiday | 2026 date | Affects pickup? |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Thu, Jan 1 | Yes - rest of week shifts one day |
| Memorial Day | Mon, May 25 | Yes - rest of week shifts one day |
| Independence Day | Sat, Jul 4 | No change - falls on a weekend |
| Labor Day | Mon, Sep 7 | Yes - rest of week shifts one day |
| Thanksgiving Day | Thu, Nov 26 | Yes - rest of week shifts one day |
| Christmas Day | Fri, Dec 25 | Yes - rest of week shifts one day |
What goes in each bin
Trash
WeeklyGoes in
- Bagged household waste
- Food-soiled paper
Keep out
- Hazardous waste
- Bulky items (request separately)
Recycling
WeeklyGoes in
- Cardboard, flattened
- Paper & mail
- Metal & plastic bottles
Keep out
- Plastic bags & film
- Food-soiled containers
Bulky Items
By request, $45/itemGoes in
- Furniture, bedding
- Appliances (incl. Freon), rolled carpet
Keep out
- Carpet over 4 ft unrolled
- Unscheduled items
Bulky item & appliance pickup
GFL charges $45 for up to two items per collection, and $45 for each additional item beyond that. Major appliances cost $45 each, or $60 each if they contain Freon. Accepted items include furniture, appliances, bedding, and carpeting - carpet must be rolled, tied, and no more than 4 feet long. Pickup is scheduled on your regular trash day; contact GFL at 262-367-6040 to arrange it.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Brookfield trash pickup schedule?
Who collects trash in Brookfield, Wisconsin?
Does a holiday delay trash pickup in Brookfield?
How much does bulky item pickup cost in Brookfield?
How much does an appliance pickup cost in Brookfield?
What items are accepted in Brookfield bulk collection?
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City contact & resources
GFL Environmental (City of Brookfield Contractor)
Bookmark this Brookfield waste collection schedule and check back whenever a holiday shifts the calendar. Need more than curbside pickup? Compare local bulk & junk removal quotes. Browse all Wisconsin cities or the full state directory.