Effective waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy community. In La Habra, residents benefit from a comprehensive waste collection system designed to make trash disposal convenient, environmentally responsible, and efficient. The city’s waste management services ensure that households can easily dispose of their trash, recyclables, and green waste while supporting sustainable practices.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in La Habra
The City of La Habra has partnered with CR&R Incorporated to provide weekly waste collection services for residential areas. Trash, recyclables, and green waste are collected weekly, ensuring consistent and reliable pickup for all residents.
Residential Trash Collection
Collection Carts and Sizes
CR&R Incorporated provides three different cart sizes to meet varying household needs:
- 35-gallon cart
- 64-gallon cart
- 96-gallon cart
Residents can request additional carts or change cart sizes by contacting CR&R Incorporated’s Customer Service Center.
Cart Placement Guidelines
To ensure efficient collection:
- Roll carts to the street with handles facing your home
- Place carts at least 2 feet apart from other carts and objects
- Park cars at least 6 feet away from carts on collection day
- Ensure cart lids are closed and carts are not overfilled
Recycling Services
The blue recycling cart accepts a wide range of materials:
- Aluminum and tin cans
- Cardboard and paper products
- Plastic containers (labeled 1-7)
- Glass bottles and jars
- Milk jugs and juice bottles
- Newspapers and magazines
Tips for recycling:
- Rinse food residue from containers
- Flatten cardboard boxes
- Only set out the recycling cart when full
Yard Waste and Organic Collection
The green organic waste cart is designed for:
- Kitchen food waste
- Yard trimmings
- Leaves and grass clippings
- Garden prunings
Important note: Do not use plastic bags for green waste. Use compostable bags sold in local grocery stores.
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
While specific details about bulk item collection were not provided in the sources, residents can contact CR&R Incorporated for information about large item disposal.
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
CR&R Incorporated does not collect waste on these holidays:
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- New Year’s Day
How to Request Services
Contact CR&R Incorporated:
- Phone: 562-694-3730 or 866-742-8850
- Hours:
- Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saturday: 8 a.m. to Noon
For billing inquiries, contact the City of La Habra at 562-383-4070.
La Habra’s waste collection services provide residents with a comprehensive, environmentally conscious approach to trash disposal. By following guidelines and utilizing the provided services, residents can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable community.
FAQ
Is La Habra trash pick up on holidays?
- Memorial Day.
- Independence Day.
- Labor Day.
- Thanksgiving Day.
- Christmas Day.
- New Years’ Day.
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.
What is the new law for trash in California?Beginning January 1, 2022, all California residents, businesses, and multifamily complexes will be required to separate food waste and yard waste from their trash and recycle in a separate organics cart.
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Trash, recyclables and green waste are picked up weekly. Please place all waste in the appropriate container and close the lid. Do not overfill the cart. Roll
https://www.lahabraca.gov/183/Residential-Collection-Services
Residential services are billed by the City of La Habra. Please call 562-383-4070 with any questions or concerns. Holiday Trash Pickup. CR&R Incorporated does