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Efficient and reliable trash pick up is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy community. The City of Escondido has developed a comprehensive waste management system that ensures residents receive consistent and environmentally responsible collection services.
Trash Pick Up Schedule in Escondido
Escondido residents can access their specific trash collection schedule through Escondido Disposal, Inc. (EDI). To find your exact pickup day, residents need to:
- Enter their address on the EDI website
- Use the collection day lookup tool
- View the helpful service area map
Residential Trash Collection
The city partners with Escondido Disposal, Inc. to provide comprehensive waste collection services. Residents receive multiple waste bins:
- Trash bin
- Blue recycling bin
- Green organic waste bin
For any issues with bin collection, residents can contact EDI directly at (760) 745-3203.
Recycling Services
Escondido’s Recycling and Waste Reduction Division offers extensive recycling programs:
- Educational presentations at schools and public events
- Workshops on composting and vermicomposting
- Food recovery collection services
- Electronic waste disposal
- Used oil recycling
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Residents can schedule bulk item pickup through Escondido Disposal. Services include:
- Household bulky item collection
- Construction and demolition debris removal
- Temporary dumpster services
Yard Waste & Seasonal Services
Special seasonal services include:
- Christmas tree recycling
- Dixon Lake cleanup events
- Free mulch distribution
- Compost workshops
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
EDI provides a detailed holiday schedule with service adjustments:
- Most holidays cause a one-day service delay
- Holidays on weekends typically do not impact regular collection
- Specific holiday delays vary by your regular collection day
Holidays affecting trash pickup include:
- New Year’s Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
How to Find or Request Services
Residents can:
- Call EDI at (760) 745-3203
- Visit the EDI website
- Email the Recycling Division for specific inquiries
- Contact the Recycling Program Supervisor at the provided email
The City of Escondido provides comprehensive trash pick up and waste management services designed to keep the community clean, promote recycling, and support environmental sustainability. By offering multiple collection options and responsive customer service, Escondido ensures residents have efficient waste disposal solutions.
Contact Information:
- Escondido Disposal: (760) 745-3203
- Recycling Division: 760-839-6216
- Address: 201 N Broadway, Escondido, CA 92025
FAQ
Why hasn’t my garbage been picked up today?A garbage truck might skip your trash pickup for several reasons. Common reasons include improper sorting of waste, overweight or oversized containers, blocked access to the garbage due to parked vehicles or construction, hazardous materials in the garbage, or severe weather conditions.
What holidays are trash pickup in Dade County?Waste collection service is provided, rain or shine, except on these holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Independence Day and Christmas Day, as observed by Miami-Dade County.
How do I get rid of a mattress in Escondido?There are a few different solutions for getting rid of your mattress in Escondido including donating to charity, visiting a recycling center, selling your mattress, scheduling local bulk trash pickup or hiring a mattress disposal professional.
What holidays is waste Pro closed?
- Holidays Observed in 2021.
- New Year’s Day – January 1st. Memorial Day – May 31st.
- *Independence Day – July 4th (Sunday)
- Labor Day – September 6th. …
- On these days: If you receive twice a week garbage pick-up, your service will be skipped. …
- *Service will run as normally scheduled Monday – Saturday.
https://www.escondido.gov/626/Recycling-Waste
To report concerns regarding your waste collection services or for any additional inquiries about your Trash, Recycling, or Organic waste bins, please contact
Collection day lookup for residential customers. Enter your address here to find your service schedule.