Residential Services
Village of Northbrook Refuse, Recycling & Organics Collection Program
Effective September 1st, 2024, LRS will provide refuse, recycling, landscape waste and organics collection for all single-family and many multi-family properties. LRS is a privately-owned company headquartered in Rosemont, Illinois with locations throughout Illinois and the Midwest. We are proud to be a partner in your community!
Detailed program information may be found on this page by following below or using the links to the right (facing) of this page. Program brochures will be mailed to all residences prior to the start of service and extra copies will be made available at Village Hall.
LRS also offers many other services for Northbrook residents including portable restrooms and large, open top construction style containers.
CART OPTIONS
- Refuse and recycling carts are available in 3 different size options.
- Cart requests are to be submitted online through the LRS Cart Portal
- LRS Cart Portal is also at the top righthand section of this webpage
- Unwanted carts (due to size preference) should be used in the interim but must be left curbside to be exchanged.
LRS CUSTOMER SERVICE
Please contact LRS Customer Service for all refuse, recycling, landscape and organic waste questions, along with cart exchanges, misses, extra pick-ups and any general service inquiries.
Phone: 844.633.3577
Email: Service@LRSrecycles.com
A support request can also be submitted, in the upper right-hand corner of the page.
Collection Schedule
Service days will remain the same!
- All items need to be placed at curb or alley by 6:30 AM
- Service times are subject to change
- Drivers often work through the afternoon hours based on a variety of factors including traffic, weather, road conditions, truck loads and routing updates
- Use the Know Your Neighborhood Tool to check your assigned collection day(s). Collection days are listed under “Local Services.” Pick-ups take place between 6:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Refuse Service
All refuse will be collected starting at 6:30AM on your service day. Collection times are always subject to change. LRS provides wheeled carts with a flip-top lid and handlebar to throw your refuse in. Additional LRS carts are available upon request to LRS customer service or by using the designated LRS/Northbrook Cart Portal.
Refuse collection is limited. Any bags of refuse that do not fit inside your designated LRS refuse container require 1 sticker per bag. Stickers can be located at the same current retailers (listed below). Extra rental carts are available upon request to LRS customer service. Scroll down for more information on cart size, sticker retailers and bulk item service.
Northbrook Cart Size Options:
Recycling Service
LRS provides one cart for recycling at no additional charge for each household. Extra rental carts are available upon request to LRS customer service. Contact LRS Customer Service for more information or with questions on recycling.
- Recyclables are collected on the same day of the week as refuse, in a separate truck.
- Each home will automatically receive the same size cart that you currently have on site with WM branding, unless another selection is made.
- You are to use the LRS issued cart first for recycled materials and can place out extra material, when needed for no additional pickup charge.
- Please MARK the additional container used as RECYCLE so the driver can clearly see it.
- Please break/cut down any cardboard boxes and have them flattened for safety and ease of pickup by your driver.
- Plastic bags are not accepted
- There is no limit to the amount of acceptable recyclable items that can be placed out for collection, provided they are properly prepared and/or contained
- LRS suggests using a cardboard box as a makeshift bin and placing all broken down materials in the ‘bin’ if needed
Residents can use a personal container or select a 65 or 95-gallon recycling container, regardless of the selected refuse cart size. Additional recycling carts are available for rent for $5.00/month upon request to LRS customer service. Contact LRS Customer Service for more information or with questions on recycling.
Accepted Recyclables
Paper
- Remove metal caps and rings, notebook spirals, three-ring binders, and industrial size staples
- Envelopes with cellophane windows can be accepted
- Newspaper and inserts
- Magazines, catalogs, and phone books
- Office paper, notebooks, computer print outs, hanging file folders, pastel colored sticky notes (no fluorescent), glossy brochures, index cards, greeting cards, stationery, fax paper, manila folders and envelopes
- Junk mail
- Chipboard/paperboard – cereal, cracker, tissue, shoe, gift, and 6/12-pack boxes, paper towel tubes, and egg cartons
- Cardboard boxes must be flattened and cut
- Brown paper grocery bags
- Paperback books (no hardcover books)
Steel/Tin Cans
- Empty and rinse, labels may be left on
- Food cans and lids
- Metal paint cans and lids (must be empty and dry, some dried paint residue is fine)
- Metal lids are recyclable
Cartons
- Empty, rinse, do not crush or flatten, leave caps and tabs on
- Food and drink cartons
- Milk, soup, and juice
Aluminum Cans and Foil
- Empty, rinse, do not crush or flatten
- Aluminum cans
- Aluminum foil (ball clean foil to 2 inches or larger, no flat foil or small balled up foil)
- Pie plates & trays
Glass Bottles and Jars
- Empty, rinse, labels are fine to leave on
- All glass colors are accepted
Plastic Containers
- Leave plastic screw top caps on empty bottles and jars
- Empty and rinse; labels may be left on
- Bottles include: Water, soda, juice, laundry detergent, soap/shampoo, health and beauty products and cleaners
- Tubs include: coffee, tofu, cottage cheese, yogurt, margarine tubs, fruit or lettuce
- Jugs include: milk and juice
- Jars include: mayo, peanut butter
Northbrook LRS Residential Refuse & Organics Sticker
- The Village of Northbrook LRS residential refuse and orgnics sticker can be used on excess bags of refuse and yard waste/organics programs. LRS stickers are available for purchase at the same current retailers year-round.
- Please read each section to find out how many stickers are required for items placed out for collection.
- Sticker retailers:
- VILLAGE HALL (1225 CEDAR LN)
- ACE HARDWARE (1941 CHERRY LN)
- JEWEL (2775 PFINGSTEN RD., GLENVIEW)
- RED’S GARDEN CENTER (3460 DUNDEE RD)
- SUNSET FOODS (1127 CHURCH ST)
Organics – Yard Waste/Food Scraps
Organics season is April 1st – November 30th. LRS offers two options for Northbrook residents to dispose of landscape waste and organics – a sticker program and subscription. Residents who enroll in subscription will pay an annual subscription fee and be delivered a 95g cart for yard waste. Residents on the sticker program require 1 sticker for every personal can/container of yard waste. All branches must be ties with string or twine into bundles not exceeding 2 feet in diameter and 4 feet in length.
ORGANICS COLLECTION PROGRAMS
WHAT IS CONSIDERED LANDSCAPE WASTE?
Yard waste, also known as landscape waste, consists of organic waste materials accumulated as the result of cultivation and maintenance of gardens, lawns, shrubbery, trees, and vines. Organic Food Scrap may be mixed in with yard waste April through November.
Organic Food Scraps Accepted (All Food Scraps Need To Be In A Lidded Rigid Container)
BREAD | CEREAL | COFFEE GROUNDS | DAIRY | EGGSHELLS | EGGS | FRUITS | GRAIN | PASTA | SHELLS | VEGETABLES
Unacceptable Materials:
SOD | DIRT | ARTIFICIAL CHRISTMAS TREES | WREATH GREENERY AND GARLAND (NOT CONSIDERED YARD WASTE)
ALL-IN COMPOSTING PROGRAM
as much as 20% of all material that ends up in landfills and by diverting yard waste and food scraps from landfills, we increase the lifespan of landfills and reduce emissions of methane (a potent greenhouse gas). Northbrook joins communities like Highland Park and Deerfield in taking proactive, community-wide steps to address these issues.
For more information on the All-In Composting Program, visit this link.
ENHANCED (SUBSCRIPTION) COMPOSTING PROGRAM
Also referred to as Subscription Composting, this legacy program is an optional service with a flat rate paid annually and provides either a 65- or 96-gallon compost cart for yard waste and food scraps. With enhanced composting, additional yard waste bags do not require collection stickers. This is perfect for residents without a lawn service. Curbside pick-up is each Wednesday April 1 through November 30, then every other Wednesday from December 1 through March 31. Click here for every-other-week schedule.
Subscribers using their own containers for overflow organics must label each container YARD WASTE.
STICKER PROGRAM
HOLIDAY TREES
LRS will provide an annual special collection of Christmas trees at no charge starting during the whole month of January.
- The tree must be real, not artificial, not in any plastic bags and free of tinsel, lights, ornaments and not frozen to the ground.
- Trees must be placed curbside
Flocked trees, trees with shiners, tinsel, light bulbs, glitter, wire, or plastic or in plastic bags will not be included in this special collection.
Bulk & Large Item Collection
If a single household item is too large to fit in a cart, then it is considered a bulk item. LRS will accept one bulk item each week at no additional charge. Please place the bulk item(s) next to your refuse cart on your regularly scheduled collection day.
Examples of acceptable bulk items include (These are only some examples as there are many items that may be considered bulk items):
BED FRAME | BOX SPRING (BED) | BICYCLE | CHAIR | LOVE SEAT/SOFA | ONE PART OF SECTIONAL COUCH | MATTRESS | FRAME | WALL PICTURE
Examples of unacceptable bulk items include:
E-WASTE | CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS | LANDSCAPE WASTE | CONCRETE | STONE | DIRT | LIQUID WASTE | TREE STUMPS
- If the item is heavier than 50 lbs., please contact LRS to schedule the collection with our customer experience team so they can provide adequate information for our drivers to handle the item(s) safely. Additional bulk items placed out on the same day will require prepayment and prescheduling.
- Examples of a bulk or large item exceeding the capacity of the LRS refuse (garbage) cart, includes the following: bed frame, box spring (bed), bicycle, chair, love seat/sofa, one part of sectional couch, mattress, frame, or wall picture. These are only some examples as there are many items that may be considered bulk items.
- For health and safety reasons, mattresses should be wrapped in plastic to be collected. Plastic mattress wrap can be found online or at local grocery stores, hardware stores, storage and moving outlets. If using loose plastic, it must be completely taped and secured on all corners with no exposure to the mattress.
- Any bulk items with glass need to be covered in cardboard or tapped to prevent them from shattering.
- Toilets are accepted and need to have the tank and bowl separated for pickup by your driver.
Please call LRS if you are unsure if an item requires additional labor or equipment at 844.633.3577 or send a request with a photo of the item(s) by e-mail to Service@LRSrecycles.com
Appliances/White Goods
Appliances will be collected when placed curbside on your service day if you pre-schedule by calling 844.NEED.LRS. This service requires pre-payment and cost starts at $30 per item. Please note that all items need to be drained of liquid for service.
Accepted Appliances (White Goods) Service
DISHWASHERS | REFRIGERATORS | WASHERS | DRYERS | OVENS | AIR CONDITIONERS | WATER HEATERS | SPACE HEATERS | MICROWAVES
Electronic Waste
Electronic waste (E-Waste) are items that are banned from the landfill (cannot go in your normal refuse). The items below are not included in your curbside collection.
Examples of E-Waste:
COMPUTERS | COMPUTER MONITORS | TELEVISIONS | PRINTERS | KEYBOARDS | FAX MACHINES | VCR’S | PORTABLE DIGITAL MUSIC PLAYERS | DVD PLAYERS | VIDEO GAME CONSOLES | COMPUTER MICE | SCANNERS | DIGITAL CONVERTER BOXES | CABLE RECEIVERS | SATELLITE RECEIVERS | DVD RECORDERS | SMALL-SCALE SERVERS
Residents can make e-waste drop-offs at Village Hall at 1227 Cedar Ln. on the first Tuesday and Saturday of every month. Tuesday hours are 7am-3pm. Saturday hours are 9am-12pm. Light bulbs and batteries are also accepted on weekdays at this location.
Household Hazardous Waste
According to the EPA, Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) are products that can catch fire, react, or explode under certain circumstances. All HHW items are banned from the landfill and will not be collected with curbside collection. LRS encourages residents to take advantage of the drop-off facilities and additional options provided by Cook County. Northfield Township at 237 Melvin Dr is a local option, but please also refer to the attached webpage for the most up to date information: Household Chemical Waste (HCW) | Cook County SWANCC, IL.
Examples of HHW:
Oil Based Paints, Flammable Oils
OIL | LEAD | URETHANE | CHROMIUM-BASED PAINTS | SHELLAC | WATER OR DRIVEWAY SEALER | OIL-BASED STAIN | VARNISH
Pesticides / Herbicides / Fertilizers
POISON | LAWN CHEMICALS | WEED KILLER
Aerosols
SPRAY-PAINT | HAIRSPRAY | WD-40 | AIR FRESHENERS | SPRAY ADHESIVES | OVEN CLEANER | INSECTICIDE BUG SPRAY
Automotive Chemicals / Fluids
ANTIFREEZE | BRAKE OR TRANSMISSION FLUID | GASOLINE | DIESEL | MOTOR OIL
Household Cleaners (Acidic/Caustic)
BLEACH | AMMONIA | MURATIC ACIDS | POOL CLEANERS | DRAIN CLEANERS | SOLVENTS | PAINT STRIPPER OR THINNER
Bulbs / Batteries
FLOURESCENT BULBS | CFL | NICAD | LEAD ACID – AUTOMOTIVE, MARINE, AND SUMP PUMP BATTERIES
LRS is pleased to offer Village of Northbrook residents a Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Home Collection, multiple times each year.
- Residents who live in an incorporated Village of Northbrook home, currently receiving LRS residential cart services are eligible to participate.
- Collections are requested online or by calling LRS and available during the month prior to these month-long events.
- Collection dates are scheduled directly with each resident after submitting a request. You will receive an email or phone call with the scheduled date and more information shortly after submission.
How to Submit a Request
LRS has a simple process to submit a request using the LRS Household Hazardous Waste Request Web Portal in the top right-hand section of the webpage, starting on April 1, with the 2025 schedule, as follows:
- Spring 2025
- April sign-up
- May collection
- Summer 2025
- July sign-up
- August collection
- Fall 2025
- October sign-up
- November collection
Please refer to the top right-hand section of this webpage for our Household Hazardous Waste button to schedule.
- The online request form provides a list of items to select from, clear instructions and information regarding the collection
- You can also call LRS at 844.633.3577 or email Service@LRSrecycles.com
- After your request is received and scheduled, a kit will be mailed containing clear, thick, plastic bags with a reminder of accepted items and confirmation of your collection date.
Special Refuse Collection
Contact LRS at 844.633.3577 or send an e-mail with a photo of the item(s) to Service@LRSrecycles.com for items you are unsure of. Items requiring additional labor and/or equipment to manage are considered a Special Refuse Collection. Examples of Special Refuse Collection items include a sleeper sofa, construction debris item(s), TV console and entertainment center or over 4 yards of lose material. LRS will provide a cost estimate if we are able to provide the service. LRS does not guarantee collection of every item.
LRS Observed Holidays
Holiday service will be provided one day later than regular collection if the holiday falls Sunday through Friday. If the holiday falls on a Saturday, service will not be affected.
New Year’s Day Independence Day Christmas Day
Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day Labor Day
Quarterly Billing Information
- LRS bills Northbrook residents quarterly, in advance
- Invoices will be billed to the Property Owner
- Invoices will be sent to the service address unless another address is provided
- E-mail (paperless) billing and auto-pay options are available
- Residents will be able to create an online account once they have an open LRS invoice
- Instructions on how to enroll in auto pay and create and online account can be found on each invoice or on the home page of our website with the green ‘PAY BILL’ button
FAQ’s
For more information, questions and to arrange for services, please call LRS Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. at 844.633.3577 or email Service@LRSrecycles.com
Improperly prepared materials placed for collection will not be collected.
HOW DO I CLEAN MY CART?
Fill the cart with hot water and a capful of vinegar or grease-cutting dish soap. Let it sit for about 10 minutes and rinse. Once the cart has been thoroughly rinsed, set the cart out with the lid open in the sun to dry.
WHAT IF I NEED MY CART REPLACED?
Carts that are broken due to damage incurred during the collection are reported by the driver for replacement at no charge. Residents are encouraged to contact LRS if they notice damage to the cart during the collection process to request a replacement cart.
If damage occurs to the cart due to other reasons, please contact LRS to request a replacement cart.
IS THIS CONSIDERED GARBAGE?
Latex paint
Latex paint is considered regular garbage, but it must be completely dried, with the lid off so the driver is able to see inside the can. Dry latex paint by leaving lid off or open and/or mix kitty litter until the paint is completely absorbed. Do not place out for collection until the paint is completely dry.
HOW DO I REPORT A MISSED PICKUP?
If your refuse, recycling or organics material is not collected on the service day by 7pm, please contact LRS by calling 844.633.3577 or email Service@LRSrecycles.com Please include your address and what service was missed.
You can also reach out by submitting a support request in the top right-hand section of this webpage.
Program Rates
September 1, 2024 – August 31, 2025
CURBSIDE 1X/WEEK REFUSE AND RECYCLING SERVICE
| 35G TRASH | $20.50/MTH | $61.15/QTR |
| 35G SENIOR | $18.25/MTH | $54.75/QTR |
| 65G TRASH | $22.50/MTH | $67.50/QTR |
| 65G SENIOR | $20.05/MTH | $60.15/QTR |
| 95G TRASH | $31.00/MTH | $93.00/QTR |
| 95G SENIOR | $28.05/MTH | $84.15/QTR |
CURBSIDE 2X/WEEK REFUSE AND RECYCLING SERVICE AND 1X/WEEK RECYCLING SERVICE
| 35G | $41.00/MTH | $123.00/QTR |
| 35G SENIOR | $38.75/MTH | $116.25/QTR |
| 65G | $43.00/MTH | $129.00/QTR |
| 65G SENIOR | $40.55/MTH | $121.65/QTR |
| 95G | $48.00/MTH | $144.00/QTR |
| 95G SENIOR | $45.05/MTH | $135.15/QTR |
BACKDOOR 1X/WEEK REFUSE AND RECYCLING SERVICE
| 35G | $41.00/MTH | $123.00/QTR |
| 35G SENIOR | $38.75/MTH | $116.25/QTR |
| 65G | $43.00/MTH | $129.00/QTR |
| 65G SENIOR | $40.55/MTH | $121.65/QTR |
| 95G | $48.00/MTH | $144.00/QTR |
| 95G SENIOR | $45.05/MTH | $135.15/QTR |
BACKDOOR 2X/WEEK REFUSE AND 1X PER WEEK RECYCLING SERVICE
| 35G | $58.00/MTH | $174.00/QTR |
| 35G SENIOR | $55.75/MTH | $167.25/QTR |
| 65G | $60.00/MTH | $180.00/QTR |
| 65G SENIOR | $57.05/MTH | $171.15/QTR |
| 95G | $65.00/MTH | $195.00/QTR |
| 95G SENIOR | $62.05/MTH | $186.15/QTR |
Recycling & Organics Guides
