Finding Your Trash and Recycling Pickup Schedule in Sacramento

Knowing when your garbage, recycling, and yard waste are collected in Sacramento is key to proper disposal and keeping neighborhoods clean. This guide explains how to find your personalized pickup schedule for city and county residents.

Overview of Trash and Recycling Collection

The City of Sacramento and Sacramento County provide trash, recycling, and yard waste collection for residents. Here’s a quick rundown:

• Garbage – Collected weekly on your designated day. Must be in a cart provided by the city or county.

• Recycling – Also collected weekly on your scheduled day. Place in your provided recycling cart or bin.

• Yard Waste – Includes leaves, grass, prunings, branches. Yard waste collection occurs weekly or seasonally depending on your location.

• Bulky Items – Large objects like furniture can be collected by appointment for an additional fee.

Your pickup day depends on where you live in Sacramento. City and county collections follow different schedules and zones.

Finding Your City of Sacramento Pickup Schedule

If you live within the city limits, here’s how to find your personalized Sacramento city collection calendar:

Use the Online Lookup Tool

The easiest option is using the Collection Calendar Lookup on the City of Sacramento website:

1. Go to the Collection Calendar page and enter your street address
2. Select the matching address result that appears
3. View or download your collection schedule showing garbage, recycling, and yard waste pickups

The tool also allows you to sign up for collection reminders by text, email, or phone call.

Use the SacRecycle App

The SacRecycle app offers a collection calendar lookup and customizable reminders. Install the app and enter your address to see your schedule.

Call 311

You can also call the city’s 311 line and provide your address to receive your pickup days over the phone.

Finding Your Sacramento County Pickup Schedule

If you live in the unincorporated county rather than the city, follow these steps to get your collection calendar:

Use the Online SacGreenTeam Tool

The easiest option is using the Sacgreenteam Collection Tool on the Sacramento County website:

1. Go to the Sacgreenteam page and click on the “Calendar” icon
2. Enter your street address
3. View or download your personalized collection schedule

You can also sign up for collection reminders through the tool.

Use the SacGreenTeam Mobile App

The SacGreenTeam app also allows address lookup and reminders. Download the app and enter your address to see your pickup schedule.

Call 916-875-5555

Call 916-875-5555 to speak with a county representative who can provide your collection days.

What to Do if Pickup is Missed

If your garbage, recycling, or yard waste wasn’t collected on your scheduled day:

• Double check your calendar – Holidays often delay pickup by one day.

• Review pickup rules – Make sure items were prepared properly for collection.

• Report missed collection – Call 311 (city) or 916-875-5555 (county) to request return service.

• Avoid fines – Take uncollected waste to a drop-off site yourself if needed.

Proper disposal of waste is crucial for clean neighborhoods. Refer to your personalized collection schedule and remember to report any missed pickups. Contact 311 or 916-875-5555 if you have any other questions or issues.