My garbage container was vandalized or stolen. What do I need to do?

If your garbage can was stolen or vandalized you need to report it to the Police Department at (843) 577-7434. To order a replacement container, or to report repair/service needs due to vandalism or graffiti, please call (843) 724-7311 or enter an online service request. When calling for service, please give the service address, telephone number, your name and the case number given to you by the Police Department. Please empty and wash out the damaged containers and place them at the curb on the scheduled day of repair.

Garbage Container Lost or Stolen Online Request

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1. How do I obtain a residential garbage container?
2. What is the difference between garbage and trash?
3. What cannot be put in the garbage or trash?
4. What is the holiday garbage and trash pick-up schedule?
5. Where should I place my garbage container on my scheduled day of pick-up?
6. How should I fill my garbage container?
7. How should I prepare my yard waste for collection?
8. Does the City pick-up bulk items for City residents?
9. My garbage container was vandalized or stolen. What do I need to do?
10. What is household hazardous waste?
11. Where can I safely dispose of household hazardous waste such as electronics, batteries and paint?
12. How do I dispose of syringes or other sharp items (i.e. – sharps)?
13. What should I do with old electronics such as computers, TVs and microwaves?
14. Where can I dispose of used motor oil?
15. How can I dispose of junk, old appliances or scrap metal?
16. A professional landscaper has worked on my yard. Who is responsible for the yard waste?
17. Does the City remove contractor or builder refuse due to construction?
18. Where can I obtain information on the City of Charleston’s Garbage, Trash, and Refuse regulations?
19. Does the City of Charleston provide recycling services?
20. How can I get a blue curbside recycling container?
21. What can be recycled in Charleston County?