Oceanside residents rely on efficient and sustainable waste management to keep their community clean and environmentally responsible. The City of Oceanside has partnered with Waste Management (WM) to provide comprehensive trash pickup and recycling services that meet the community’s needs while supporting broader sustainability goals.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Oceanside
Residents can easily verify their specific collection day by entering their address on the WM website. The standard service provides a 32-gallon gray cart for weekly trash collection, with options to request larger 64 or 96-gallon carts for an additional charge.
Residential Trash Collection Guidelines
Container Placement
- Place containers on the street with wheels against the curb by 6 a.m. on collection days
- Remove containers the same day
- Keep at least two feet from:
- Parked cars
- Mailboxes
- Other obstacles that might prevent pickup
- Ensure carts are not under trees or overhead items
Preparation Requirements
- All trash must be bagged
- Do not overfill containers
- Lids must close completely
- Overflow or external materials may incur additional charges or be left behind
Recycling Services
As of January 1, 2022, California’s SB 1383 legislation requires residents to:
- Separately collect food scraps
- Sort yard debris
- Separate food-soiled paper from regular trash and recycling
Acceptable Trash Items
- Chip bags
- Plastic bags
- Textiles (donate if lightly used)
Non-Acceptable Items
- Construction waste
- Auto parts
- Tires
- Household hazardous waste
- Paint
- Oil
- Household cleaners
- Medical waste
- Electronic waste
- Food scraps
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Residents can request additional containers or special pickups through the WM website by selecting “Continue as Guest” and entering their address.
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
During holidays:
- Weekday holidays push collections back one day
- Saturday or Sunday holidays have no service delays
- For example, a Thursday holiday moves Friday collection to Saturday
Special Services
Senior and Disabled Resident Assistance
- Free cart walk-out service available
- Application required
- “At Your Door” special collection options
How to Request Services
Contact Methods
- Phone: 760-439-2824
- Online: WM website service request
- Email: [Contact email provided on website]
Container Maintenance
- Annual free cart exchange
- Repairs and replacements available
- Online request process available
Oceanside’s waste management partnership with WM provides residents with comprehensive, sustainable trash pickup services. By following guidelines and staying informed, community members can contribute to efficient waste collection and environmental responsibility.
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.
Will Oceanside trash Services pick up oversized items?Large Item Pickup
Oceanside residents can schedule a large item landfill pick up of up to 5 items, 5 times each year for items beyond repair, reuse or refurbishment. Call Waste Management’s Customer Service line at (760) 439-2824 at least 24 hours in advance of your collection day to schedule your free pick up.
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 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.
https://www.wm.com/us/en/location/ca/oceanside/trash-pickup-oceanside-ca
Additionally, you can contact us at 760-439-2824. Report a Missed Pickup. Place your carts at the curb by 6 a.m. on service day to avoid service interruption.
https://www.ci.oceanside.ca.us/residents/city-services/waste-management
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