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Getting rid of things in Dover, Delaware

For trash, bulk items, and yard waste at a City of Dover address, call City of Dover Sanitation at 302-736-7025. For old paint and household chemicals, look for a Delaware Solid Waste Authority drop-off day below.

Call 302-736-7025
In an emergencyCall 911Mental health crisis: call or text 988

These numbers are for City of Dover customers and addresses. If you live outside the city or have another utility, check your bill for who to call.

We checked each number on the organization's own website on November 1, 2026. Numbers and hours change, and AskDover is not part of any of these organizations.

Who to call

Upcoming drop-off days in Kent County

From the Delaware Solid Waste Authority event list. Check its page for what is accepted and any limits before you go.

  • City of Dover Sanitation

    The City's trash and recycling guidelines, the recycling calendar, and a map to find your trash day and recycling day by address.

    Checked by AskDover on November 1, 2026. Open their page (opens another website)

  • Delaware Solid Waste Authority

    DSWA's schedule of collection events around Delaware, including household hazardous waste and paint.

    Checked by AskDover on November 3, 2026. Open their page (opens another website)

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