Oakland residents have access to comprehensive waste management services designed to support a sustainable, clean community. The city is committed to providing efficient trash pickup services while working toward a zero waste future by reducing waste and increasing recycling and composting efforts.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Oakland
Oakland’s waste collection services are provided by two primary providers:
- Waste Management of Alameda County, Inc.: Handles trash and compost collection
- California Waste Solutions: Manages recycling services for single and multi-family residences
Residential Trash Collection
Residents can choose from multiple cart sizes for weekly trash collection:
- 96-gallon cart
- 64-gallon cart
- 32-gallon cart
- 20-gallon cart
Container Placement Guidelines
- Place containers on the street with wheels against the curb
- Set out by 6 a.m. on collection days
- Remove container the same day
- Maintain at least three feet of clearance from cars, mailboxes, and obstacles
Recycling Services
As of January 1, 2022, California’s SB 1383 mandate requires:
- Separate collection of food scraps
- Yard debris sorting
- Food-soiled paper separation from 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
- Electronic waste
- Medical waste
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Oakland offers free bulky junk drop-off and curbside pickup for all residents:
- One free pickup annually
- Includes items like mattresses and refrigerators
- Convenient for apartment and single-family home residents
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
During holidays:
- Weekday holidays push collections back one day
- Thursday holiday: Friday service moves to Saturday
- Weekend holidays: No service delays
How to Request Services
Ways to set up or manage trash pickup:
- Online service setup at OaklandRecycles.com
- Create a WM profile
- Enter address for specific service details
- Report missed pickups within three days
- Request additional or replacement containers
Oakland’s trash pickup services are designed to be convenient, sustainable, and environmentally responsible. By following guidelines and participating in proper waste management, residents contribute to the city’s zero waste goals.
Contact Information:
- Phone: (510) 238-7283
- Email: [email protected]
FAQ
Who picks up trash in Oakland?Waste Management of Alameda County, Inc. is the exclusive provider of compost and trash collection services for Oakland.
What holidays are trash pickup in Bay City?There is no collection for the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. If the holiday falls on a weekday, your collection will be delayed one day, beginning the day after the holiday. For holidays not listed, collection remains on schedule.
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.
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.
https://www.wm.com/us/en/location/ca/oakland/trash-pickup-oakland-ca
WM is proud to offer trash & recycling services to residents in Oakland, CA. Visit our site to view your weekly trash schedule, bulk pickup options & more.
https://www.oaklandca.gov/My-Household/Waste-and-Recycling
Here you will find information on compost, recycling, trash and bulky services for Oakland residents. You will also find information for businesses.