BUCHANAN County, Iowa
Trash & Recycling Pickup in Fairbank, IA
Weekly curbside pickup for City of Fairbank residents. Reliable, local, and straightforward. Live outside city limits? Ask about rural service.
PICKUP DAY
Monday
Set out time
6:00 AM
Recycling
Every week
What’s included
Your Fairbank service at a glance
Kluesner Sanitation picks up trash and recycling every Monday in Fairbank, IA. Have everything out by 6:00 AM. Routes can run early.
- Weekly trash pickup, every Monday
- Weekly recycling pickup, every Monday
- Spring cleanup day
- Fall cleanup day: 1st Monday in October
- Bulk item pickup
- Extra bag tags are sold at City Hall.
recycling guidelines
What goes in your recycling cart
- ACCEPTED
- Cardboard (broken down flat)
- Metal cans (rinsed)
- Plastic bottles & jugs (rinsed)
- Paper & newspaper
- NOT ACCEPTED
- Glass of any kind
- Plastic bags or film
Bulk item pickup for Fairbank residents
Contact Fairbank City Hall to arrange bulk item pickup.
City-wide cleanup
Cleanup days in Fairbank
Additional services
More services available in Fairbank, Iowa
Roll-off dumpster rentals
Commercial services
Rural service
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What if my pickup date falls on a holiday?
If your pickup day falls on a major holiday, your pickup may be delayed. We’ll post any schedule changes on our Facebook page and website ahead of time.
How do I start trash service in Fairbank?
Fairbank residents sign up and are billed through the city. Contact Fairbank City Hall to get started. Kluesner Sanitation handles your actual pickup once you’re enrolled.
What size cart do I get?
64-gallon trash tote, provided by Kluesner Sanitation. The city owns the recycling totes.
Do I need to bag my trash before putting it in the cart?
Yes. All trash must be placed in garbage bags before going into your cart. This keeps loose debris from spilling during collection.
What if my trash or recycling gets missed?
Call our main office at 866-525-4506 during normal business hours. If the miss was our fault, we’ll be back to collect it. Missed pickups are collected on Tuesday.
How can I reach Kluesner Sanitation?
Our office is open Monday–Thursday 6:00 AM–4:30 PM and Friday 6:00 AM–3:00 PM. Call 866-525-4506 or send us an email at office@kluesnersanitation.com.
Where should I put my cart on pickup day?
Place your trash and recycling carts at the curb line by 6:00 AM on Monday. Please keep your carts at least 3 feet apart. Our trucks use an automated side-arm, so make sure there’s enough clearance on both sides of the cart.
Do you pick up appliances in Fairbank?
Appliances are handled as bulk items. Contact Fairbank City Hall to arrange bulk item pickup.