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Before you throw something in the garbage, consider if it is really garbage, or if it can be reused or recycled (in the blue mixed recycling container or green organics recycling container). Materials such as disposable face masks, diapers, garden hoses, Styrofoam, pet waste, cooking oil (FOG), treated wood, unusable clothing, broken toys, broken ceramics, etc., go in the garbage.
Want to know if something is recyclable? Use our Waste Wizard tool to learn how to recycle and legally dispose of household junk.
All residential customers will receive two appointments per year (available February through October) for the free pickup of acceptable bulky items, including yard waste. More information is available on our Household Junk Pickup page.
Recycling and Solid Waste customers are mailed an annual Service Guide and a free Dump Coupon in June. The free dump coupon is good for a load of material to be dumped at the Sacramento Recycling and Transfer Station (SRTS) at 8491 Fruitridge Road, Sacramento, CA 95826. The Transfer Station is open Monday through Saturday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. If you did not receive a dump coupon, please request one from Customer Service at 311.
A load can be up to five (5) cubic yards 4'x4'x9' - approximately the amount you can fit into the bed of a pickup truck. Loads in excess of five cubic yards will be charged to dispose of the extra material per SRTS posted rates.
The facility sorts the materials offsite and diverts what they are able to for recycling. If you want to bring items specifically for recycling, you can check local options in the Waste Wizard.
Find additional local options for self-hauling your garbage, recycling and organic waste. Please contact the facility directly to confirm fees and which materials they accept.
Find your collection day, disposal guide and set up reminders.
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Request free curbside collection of used motor oil and filters
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