Proper waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy, and sustainable community. In Simi Valley, residents have access to comprehensive trash pick up services that not only keep the city clean but also support environmental conservation efforts.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Simi Valley
Waste Management (WM) has been chosen by the city to provide residential waste collection services for Simi Valley residents. To ensure proper service, residents need to create a WM profile and verify their specific collection day.
Residential Trash Collection
WM offers three cart size options for weekly trash collection:
- 96-gallon cart
- 64-gallon cart
- 32-gallon cart
Container Setout Instructions
- Place containers on the street with wheels against the curb
- Set out by 6 a.m. on collection days
- Remove containers the same day
- Keep at least three feet from parked cars, mailboxes, and obstacles
What Belongs in Your Trash Container
Acceptable items include:
- Chip bags
- Plastic bags
- Textiles (donate if lightly used)
What Does Not Belong in Trash
Prohibited items:
- Construction waste
- Auto parts
- Tires
- Household hazardous waste
- Medical waste
- Electronic waste
- Food scraps (as of January 1, 2022)
Recycling Services
SB 1383 Mandatory Requirements
Starting January 1, 2022, California law requires:
- Separate collection of food scraps
- Separate collection of yard debris
- Separate collection of food-soiled paper
Residents must sort these materials from regular trash and recycling to comply with new regulations.
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Additional containers are available for a fee. Residents can request:
- Additional carts
- Container repairs
- Container replacements
Through their My WM account online.
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
During holidays:
- Weekday holidays push collections back by one day
- Thursday holiday: Friday service moves to Saturday
- Weekend holidays: No service delays
How to Find or Request Services
- Visit WM website
- Enter your address
- Create a My WM profile
- Verify collection schedule
- Set up or manage services online
Helpful Resources
Simi Valley offers several downloadable resources:
- 2025 Service Guide
- 2025 Service Rates
- Seasonal Newsletters
- Free Landfill Day Flyers
- Senior Discount Application
Simi Valley’s trash pick up services provide residents with convenient, environmentally responsible waste management. By following guidelines and staying informed, community members can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable city.
FAQ
What is the trash holiday schedule in Simi Valley, CA?Residential Pickup Schedules
If a holiday falls on a weekday, collections for the rest of the week will be pushed back a day. For a Thursday holiday, service would be on Friday, and Friday service would be Saturday. For holidays on Saturday or Sunday, there are no delays.
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.
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 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.wm.com/us/en/location/ca/simi-valley/trash-pickup-simi-valley-ca
WM is proud to offer trash & recycling services to residents in Simi Valley, CA. Visit our site to view your weekly trash schedule, bulk pickup options
https://www.simivalley.org/departments/public-works/environmental-compliance/solid-waste-services/residential-recycling-and-waste-services
To schedule a pickup, call (800) 449-7587 Monday – Friday, 5am – 5pm. For a complete list of acceptable items and to learn more about the At Your Door program,