The Warrenville, IL Junk Removal Guide: Groot, DuPage HHW, HOAs
Warrenville switched to Groot in May 2026 and dropped the old sticker program for cart-based service. Here's how the new system works, and where DuPage County's disposal system fits.
Warrenville's Waste Hauler: What You're Working With
Warrenville is served by Groot under a five-year contract that began May 1, 2026. Customer service: (630) 892-9294.
The city eliminated the old sticker program in favor of cart-based monthly service. Monthly cart rates: 65-gal $19.27, 95-gal $19.27, seniors-only 35-gal $12.96 (billed quarterly at 3x monthly).
Bulk items: the first item over 50 lbs each week is FREE. Each additional bulk item requires 5 stickers.
Appliances: scheduled pickup, call Groot at 630-892-9294 to arrange (24-hour advance notice standard).
Electronics: curbside pickup available (except TVs over 50 lbs, which Groot won't take), 24-hour advance notice, extra fee.
Warrenville garbage, recycling & yard waste, warrenville.il.us →
Drop-Off Facilities Near Warrenville
No public household transfer in DuPage
DuPage County has no active public landfill (Mallard Lake Landfill closed March 1999). Household waste routes through Groot to the Aurora hauler yard at 1565 Aurora Avenue Ln, Aurora, IL 60505 — but that's an operating yard, not a general public drop-off. Our loads route here.
Naperville Environmental Collection Campus, 156 Fort Hill Drive
The one all-in-one DuPage County drop-off point is the Naperville Environmental Collection Campus at 156 Fort Hill Drive. It runs a Recycling Drop-Off Center, the DuPage County HHW Facility, and Electronics Recycling from one address. Main phone (Naperville Public Works): (630) 420-6095.
Yard Waste in Warrenville
Season: April 1 through November 30.
Yard waste stickers: $3.00 each (locked for the first two years of the Groot contract).
Free bulk leaf pickup: during the final six weeks of the season only.
Optional landscape waste cart subscription: $208.22 per year through Groot.
Electronics and E-Waste
Warrenville residents can drop electronics at the Naperville Environmental Collection Campus, 156 Fort Hill Drive, weekdays 7am-3pm. Fees (prepay online, bring receipt): $25 under 21", $35 for 21"+. Other electronics (computers, laptops, printers, phones, cables, I-PASS, holiday lights) are free.
The program runs through eWorks ESI in partnership with DuPage County — open to residents beyond Naperville per the DuPage County recycling guides. If you want to confirm eligibility before hauling, call (630) 420-6095.
Paint, Chemicals, and Hazardous Materials
Warrenville residents use the DuPage County Household Hazardous Waste Facility at 156 Fort Hill Drive, Naperville — same facility used by every other DuPage community. Sat and Sun 9am-2pm, closed holidays. Open to all Illinois residents at no charge. Weekday info: (630) 420-6095.
Warrenville's Junk-on-Property Rules
Warrenville enforces Property Maintenance Code Title 6, Chapter 3, through the Community Development Department.
- Community Development Dept phone: (630) 393-9050.
- Report through the Citizen Engagement App at warrenvilleil.citysourced.com, or by phone, email, or in person (name, address, phone required; kept confidential absent court order).
- Enforcement path: officer contact → citation → Administrative Adjudication (3rd Wednesday of the month) or Circuit Court.
If you've received a notice with a compliance deadline, same-day clearing is available: (630) 294-1340.
Dumpster Rental Permits in Warrenville
Private property (driveway or yard): permit typically not required. Public street, sidewalk, or alley: right-of-way permit required. Confirm fee and duration by calling City Hall at (630) 836-3050.
HOA Communities in Warrenville: What Changes
Warrenville is a compact city with distinct HOA subdivisions. Vendor rules vary; ask your association before scheduling.
- Warrenville Lakes HOA: community around a pond with fountain, bordered by Ferry Creek. (630) 585-4117. www.wlhoa.com
- Summerlakes HOA: large single-family community, 3S020 Continental Dr., Warrenville 60555. www.shainfo.com
- Edgebrook HOA: managed by ACM Community Management, listed in City resource directory.
- Cantera / Cantera Village: mixed-use master-planned community on the former limestone quarry around the I-88/Winfield Rd interchange.
- Timber Creek, Saddle Ridge, Fox Hollow, Herrick Hills, Herrick Woods, Country Ridge: additional named associations in the local directory.
We've worked in all of them. Mention your HOA when you book and we'll confirm the requirements before we roll up.
Where Warrenville Donations Actually Go
- Habitat for Humanity DuPage — Addison ReStore — 869 S Rohlwing Rd, Addison, IL 60101, (630) 517-2080, Wed-Sat 10am-6pm. Nearest ReStore to Warrenville. Site →
- Sharing Connections (DuPage furniture bank) — 5111 Chase Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515. M-F 9am-3pm, Sat 9am-noon. Site →
- Chicago Furniture Bank — whole-home pickup within 2 business days (partnered with Goodwill/ReSupply). Site →
- Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago — pickup via ReSupply. Site →
City of Warrenville, Official Resource Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Warrenville garbage & recycling | warrenville.il.us, Garbage |
| Code enforcement | warrenville.il.us, Code |
| Dumpsters and Trash Receptacles | warrenville.il.us, Dumpsters |
| Naperville HHW Facility | naperville.il.us, HHW |
| DuPage County recycling | dupagecounty.gov, Recycling |
Ready to Clear It Out in Warrenville?
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