Staring at a stack of boxes, old cords, and that mystery can of paint on moving day in Bogart? You want to clear the clutter fast, avoid fines, and do right by the environment. This guide gives you the exact local spots to recycle, donate, or toss items in Bogart and Oconee County, plus the fees and steps to keep your move smooth. Let’s dive in.
Bogart curbside basics
If you live inside Bogart city limits, the city provides up to two recycling bins per household at no charge. Pickup runs every other Tuesday, and you should place bins at the curb by 7 a.m. Accepted items include aluminum, plastics #1–#2, glass, newspapers, magazines, clean flattened corrugated cardboard, and tin cans. For bin delivery, the calendar, and the full do and don’t list, check the city’s Municipal Services page on the City of Bogart website.
Oconee County drop-off sites
County recycling and waste centers are open to Oconee residents only. Bring a driver’s license or utility bill that matches your address. The main sites are on Greensboro Highway, Hog Mountain Road, Rankin Road, and Highway 441 in Farmington. Most locations are open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., although Highway 441 may differ. Always confirm the latest hours, fees, and accepted items on the Oconee County Recycling and Waste Centers page.
What these sites accept
- Mixed paper and cardboard, magazines, cereal boxes, and rigid plastics.
- Plastics #1–#7, glass bottles and jars, and metal food cans.
- Cooking oil at all sites, motor oil at Rankin Road and Highway 441, and scrap metal at Highway 441.
- Textiles at donation boxes on site.
- Do not bring construction and demolition materials. Those go to a designated C&D landfill outside the county.
Fees and key rules
- Household trash uses Pay As You Throw bags that typically cost about $2.50 per blue bag.
- Expect fees for bulky items such as mattresses, box springs, and furniture. Typical bulky fees are about $25 per item.
- Tires carry per-tire fees, and other solid waste is charged by weight with a minimum.
- Highway 441 often accepts more materials and takes credit cards. Some sites may not accept cash.
- County sites are for residential use only. Contractors and commercial loads are not allowed.
- Policies and fees can change. Review current details on the county’s site before you go.
Note: The county reports that the Jimmy Daniell Road site is permanently closed. Check the county map for current site options before you drive.
Hard-to-recycle and hazardous items
Use CHaRM in Athens
For electronics, paint, fluorescent bulbs, batteries, propane tanks, tires, and other hard-to-recycle materials, use the Athens-Clarke County CHaRM facility at 1005 College Ave in Athens. Many items have small fees, and hours vary by day. Review accepted items, fees, and current hours on the CHaRM page. Oconee County directs residents with computers and most office electronics to CHaRM.
Retail take-backs for quick wins
If you need a fast option for small electronics or cords, some retailers can help. Best Buy’s recycling program accepts many electronics and small appliances with limits and possible fees for items like TVs or monitors. For rechargeable batteries and some cellphones, look for Call2Recycle drop-off bins at major home improvement stores in the area. Always confirm store limits and fees.
Donate before you toss
Giving usable items a second life can save you money and time on disposal. It also keeps good stuff out of the landfill.
- Habitat for Humanity ReStore, Athens Area. ReStores accept furniture, working appliances, household goods, and building materials in sellable condition. Many pick-ups are free. Check accepted items and schedule a pickup on the Athens Habitat donations page.
- Goodwill of North Georgia. Local donation centers accept clothing and many household goods. Review the nearest site and hours for the Athens–Bogart area via the Goodwill Athens store and donation center page.
Simple moving-day plan
7 to 14 days out
- Sort everything into Donate, Recycle, Hazardous or E-waste, Trash, and C&D.
- Schedule donation pick-ups for furniture and large items with ReStore or Goodwill.
- Confirm Bogart’s recycling pickup day and have city bins ready by 7 a.m.
- Plan any county drop-offs, and bring ID to prove Oconee residency. Check location hours and fees on the county site.
On moving day
- Keep donation items clearly labeled and near the door for easy pickup.
- Place curbside recyclables loose in your city bin. Flatten cardboard. Do not bag recyclables.
- Take electronics, paint, bulbs, and batteries to CHaRM. Expect small fees for some items.
- For tires, scrap metal, and large appliances, review which Oconee site accepts them and the fees. Highway 441 often has the broadest acceptance and takes credit cards.
After you move
- If your trash load is too large for PAYT bags, ask the county about roll-off container options at Highway 441. Fees apply by ton.
- Secure your loads, follow posted rules, and avoid illegal dumping or burning. When in doubt, call the city or county for guidance.
Pro tips to save time and money
- Clean containers and flatten cardboard to make drop-offs quick and accepted.
- Keep cords, chargers, and small electronics together for one trip to CHaRM or a retailer.
- Check county rules on lids and labels before you sort.
- Photograph serial numbers for any electronics you donate or recycle.
- Verify hours and fees the morning you go. Holiday closures and rates can change.
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FAQs
Where to take electronics and TVs in Oconee County
- Oconee County sites no longer accept most computers or office electronics, so take them to Athens-Clarke County’s CHaRM facility. Some retailers, including Best Buy, also accept certain items with limits and possible fees.
What to do with paint during a Bogart move
- Do not place paint in curbside recycling or county drop boxes. Take paint to CHaRM and confirm current fees and policies before you go.
Bulky item disposal options for Bogart residents
- Bogart runs Dumpster Days in spring and fall for residents inside city limits, and the Oconee Highway 441 site accepts bulky items for a fee. Check dates, rules, and fees on the City of Bogart and Oconee County pages.
Using Oconee County recycling sites if you just moved
- Bring proof of Oconee residency, such as a driver’s license or a matching utility bill. County sites are for residential use only and may deny access without ID.
