City of Redding Trash Pick Up: Your Complete Residential Waste Collection Guide

Effective waste management is crucial for maintaining clean, healthy communities. The City of Redding provides comprehensive trash pick up services designed to meet the diverse needs of residential customers while promoting environmental sustainability.

References:

• City of Redding Recycling & Solid Waste Department: https://www.cityofredding.gov/government/departments/recycling___solid_waste/residential_trash___recycling/index.php
• City of Redding Collection Schedules: https://www.cityofredding.gov/government/departments/recycling___solid_waste/collection_schedules.php

Trash Pick Up Schedule in Redding

Residential collection routes in Redding begin as early as 5:30 am. Due to potential variations caused by driver substitutions, road construction, or unexpected circumstances, residents are advised to have their carts out the night before or by 5:30 am on their collection day.

Residential Trash Collection

The City of Redding offers three types of carts for waste management:

• Gray carts for garbage (45, 64, and 96-gallon sizes)
• Blue carts for recycling (64 and 96-gallon sizes)
• Green carts for green waste (64 and 96-gallon sizes)

Cart Guidelines:

• Maximum weight limit: 200 pounds per cart
• Lids must be completely closed
• Place carts at least 3 feet apart
• Maintain 6 feet clearance from obstacles like vehicles, fences, or mailboxes

Recycling Services

Recycling and the first green waste cart are included in basic service. An additional green cart is available for a $4.00 monthly charge. Residents must ensure proper cart usage, avoiding contamination that could prevent collection.

Cart Contamination Policy

• First two contaminations receive an “Oops!” tag
• Third contamination results in two options:
  1. Pay to have the cart emptied as trash
  2. Have the cart removed for 90 days

Bulk & Large Item Pick Up

For extensive cleanup projects, the city offers:

• 1½ and 2-yard temporary dumpsters for household trash
• Commercial roll-off containers for large projects like roofing or remodeling

Yard Waste & Seasonal Services

Green waste carts are provided for yard waste collection. Customers cannot dispose of dirt, rocks, or concrete in any carts. These materials must be taken to West Central Landfill.

Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes

The city provides a Holiday Schedule to help residents understand potential changes to their regular collection routes during holidays.

How to Find or Request Services

Multiple ways to access trash pick up information:

• Call Customer Service: 530-224-6201
• Email: [email protected]
• Use the Collection Calendar tool online
• Download the City of Redding Solid Waste app
• Use the Waste Wizard for disposal guidance

Redding’s trash pick up services are designed to be convenient, efficient, and environmentally responsible. By following guidelines and utilizing available resources, residents can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable community.

Department Contact Information:

• Address: 2255 Abernathy Lane, Redding, CA 96003
• Phone: 530-224-6201
• Hours: Monday-Saturday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm