Legally Dispose of Your Junk There are a lot of resources for getting rid of, and recycling, your old stuff in Oakland. We even offer a free pick up of bulky items like mattresses of refrigerators once a year!
Apartment & Condo Services Discover convenient waste management services tailored for apartment and condo residents in Oakland! Easily access trash, compost, and recycling collection, plus schedule bulky junk pickups without needing property manager approval.
Single Family Home Services Your services are provided by two companies working with the City of Oakland. Trash, compost, and bulky service is provided by Waste Management of Alameda County, Inc. recycle, household battery, and used motor oil is provided by California Waste Solutions.
Illegal Dumping Services for Oakland This page provides an overview of City programs and services addressing illegal dumping. You can help us reduce illegal dumping and improve our neighborhoods by requesting City services, reporting dumping, and volunteering to help!
Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG) Help protect Oakland's sewers from costly blockages caused by fats, oils, and grease (FOG)! Discover how to properly dispose of kitchen oils and learn essential guidelines for restaurants to prevent sewer overflows.
Residential Used Motor Oil and Filter Recycling Make a positive impact by recycling your used motor oil with Oakland Recycles! Access free recycling kits, find convenient drop-off sites, and learn how to properly dispose of automotive waste.
Hazardous Waste Dispose of your household hazardous waste responsibly. Items like fluorescent bulbs, paints, and batteries shouldn’t go in curbside carts. Instead, drop them off at our dedicated facility for safe disposal—it's free for all residents!
Mandatory Garbage Subscription Fee Learn about the Mandatory Garbage Subscription Fee and find answers to common questions in our comprehensive FAQ. If you have further inquiries, check out our administrative hearing questionnaire for additional support.
Pay Overdue Garbage Bill Easily pay your overdue garbage bill through various methods. Whether online, by phone, or in person, we’ve got you covered. Discover key FAQs about garbage fees, payment processes, and service updates.
Rates for Collection Service See current rates and find detailed rate sheets tailored to single-family homes, apartments, and businesses.
Apply for a Self Haul Permit Oakland residents and businesses can easily apply for a self-haul permit to transport their trash, compost, and recycling to city-approved facilities.