Leaf Pickup in Floyd County, GA: Season, Rules and Fees
Floyd County Public Works runs leaf vacuum pickup from October through March. It does not cover every street. Here is what is collected, what is not, and what it costs.
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The short answer
- Season: leaf vacuum pickup runs October through March.
- Where: vacuum pickup is only on streets with curb and gutter.
- Everywhere else: outside the season, or on streets without curb and gutter, bag your leaves.
- Who is eligible: property next to a Floyd County right-of-way.
- To request: call Public Works at 706-236-2495 or use the Citizens Request Center.
What the county collects
|
Item |
Collected? |
Notes |
|---|---|---|
|
Leaves, curb-and-gutter streets |
Yes |
Vacuum machine, October to March |
|
Leaves, other streets or off-season |
Bagged only |
Bag them before pickup |
|
Limbs, trunks, branches |
Yes |
Point butt ends the same way |
|
Shrubs, bushes, cuttings |
Yes |
Up to 12 feet long |
|
Stumps |
No |
Hire grinding. See stump grinding cost |
|
Pine straw |
No |
Not on the county list |
|
Grass clippings |
No |
Not on the county list |
|
Household trash |
No |
Separate service |
Source: Floyd County Public Works, Leaf and Brush Pickup page.
What it costs
|
Pile size |
Fee |
|---|---|
|
Under 3 cubic yards |
Free |
|
3 to under 10 cubic yards |
$100 |
|
Over 10 cubic yards |
$150 |
|
Each additional load |
$150 |
A pile of exactly 10 cubic yards is not clearly covered by the county’s tiers, so ask Public Works. Payment is due in advance. The county page limits the free pickup to once every 90 days. The county code says one free pickup per quarter. Those two limits differ, so ask Public Works which one applies to you.
How to request a pickup
- Call 706-236-2495 or use the Citizens Request Center.
- A Public Works employee inspects the pile and estimates any cost.
- You get a pickup date. Collection is first come, first served.
- Place the debris only after the appointment is made.
How to stack it
These rules are for limbs and brush. For loose leaves on vacuum streets, ask Public Works where to rake them.
- Pile it neatly behind the county right-of-way.
- Keep it out of gutters, drains, walkways and roads.
- Point the butt ends of limbs the same way.
- Do not scatter the pile once it is placed.
The county page says to place debris on top of the curb or ditch. The county code says never in gutters or drainage ditches. Confirm placement when you book.
Inside Rome city limits
This page is about Floyd County. City of Rome solid waste customers have their own yard waste cart rules. See who picks up tree branches after a storm.
When a pile is not the problem
The county takes limbs, not hazards. A cracked limb hanging over the house or a leaning trunk needs a crew first. Do not cut storm-damaged trees yourself. For the fall check, see storm season tree care.
Tree or heavy limb down? Call (762) 470-0249. We serve Rome and Floyd County, 24/7.
FAQ
When does Floyd County pick up leaves?
Leaf vacuum pickup runs October through March, on streets with curb and gutter.
Does Floyd County pick up bagged leaves?
Yes. Leaves must be bagged outside the October to March season, and on streets without curb and gutter year-round. Request a pickup at 706-236-2495.
Is Floyd County leaf and limb pickup free?
Piles under 3 cubic yards are free. Larger piles cost $100 to $150.
Does the county take stumps or pine straw?
No. Neither is on the county’s yard debris list.
How long can shrubs and bushes be?
Up to 12 feet. The county page sets no length limit for tree limbs.
Sources
- Floyd County Public Works: Leaf and Brush Pickup, read 2026-10-11
Seven Hills Tree Editorial. Seven Hills Emergency Tree is a lead-generation service that connects callers with independent local crews. County rules and fees change, so confirm with Public Works before you book.