Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Corona
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone
Recycling
Same day as trash pickup (weekly)
Yard Waste
Same day as trash pickup (weekly)
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Waste Management (WM) directly bills single-family residential customers monthly for trash, recycling, and organics services.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, Drop Box, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Low-income utility assistance is available through Riverside County CARES and LIHEAP programs, but no specific senior discount is offered.
Grey cart with Black lid Bin (Trash)
Place all landfill items inside the grey cart with the black lid. The lid must be completely closed. Do not overfill or pack materials too tightly, as the automated arm requires materials to fall out easily.
Accepted Items
- ✓Candy, snack, and food wrappers
- ✓Foam cups and styrofoam containers
- ✓Pet waste and diapers
- ✓Broken ceramics, dishes, and pots
- ✓Loose plastic bags and plastic film
- ✓Clothing and textiles
- ✓Garden hoses
Grey cart with Blue lid Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be placed loosely in the cart. Do not bag recyclables in plastic trash bags. Carts must be placed with wheels facing the home, at least 3 feet away from obstacles.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastic bottles and containers (empty and clean)
- ✓Flattened cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Food and beverage cans
- ✓Glass bottles and containers
- ✓Clean office paper, mail, and newspaper
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags or film
- ✕Foam containers
- ✕Clothing or furniture
- ✕Batteries and electronics
- ✕Hazardous waste
- ✕Food or liquids
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
Under SB 1383, all organic material goes here. No bioplastics or 'compostable' plastic bags are permitted. Use standard paper bags if you wish to contain food odors.
Accepted Items
- ✓Food scraps (meat, fish, poultry, dairy, produce)
- ✓Food-soiled paper (coffee filters, tea bags, greasy pizza boxes)
- ✓Yard waste (grass clippings, leaves, small branches)
- ✓Bread, pasta, rice, and coffee grounds
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
3 free special collections per year per residential household.
Placement
Once scheduled, place items curbside on the morning of your regular collection day. Ensure they are clear of your standard waste carts, mailboxes, and parked cars.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches and large furniture
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs (must be wrapped and taped)
- ✓ Refrigerators and large appliances
- ✓ Washers and dryers
- ✓ Household electronics and TVs
Not Accepted
- ✕ Car parts and tires
- ✕ Construction debris (dirt, rock, concrete)
- ✕ Hazardous waste (paint, cleaners, chemicals)
- ✕ Oversized or excessively heavy single items
Additional pickups beyond the three free yearly collections, or exceeding the 6 bulk item limit during a pickup, will incur an extra charge.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your scheduled collection day falls on or follows an observed holiday, your service will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Organics and recycling follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as regular trash.
Waste Management collects all three streams in Corona. If an observed holiday falls on a weekend, your standard weekday service schedule is generally unaffected.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter/Holidays
Late December to Early JanuaryTo help manage the influx of post-holiday packaging, Corona residents receive bonus free extra pickups between December 26 and January 9. Bag extra refuse and set it next to the matching cart.
Fall
October to NovemberWhen managing falling leaves and heavy yard trimmings, ensure your green cart lid can still close entirely. Waste Management drivers will tag and potentially skip carts that are severely overfilled to prevent roadway spills.
Spring
March to MaySpring cleaning is a great time to schedule one of your three annual bulky item pickups. Alternatively, you can use one of your three free yearly 'cart overage' collections if you simply have extra bags of standard trash that won't fit in the black-lid bin.
Local Tips & Community Info
Waste Management Services in Corona
In Corona, residential solid waste and recycling collection is efficiently managed by Waste Management (WM). Following a major transition in mid-2024, locals now receive their trash billing directly from WM rather than seeing it attached to their municipal utility invoice. Each single-family household is equipped with a standard three-cart system: a container with a black lid for everyday garbage, a blue-lidded bin for recyclables, and a green-lidded cart dedicated to organics. Depending on your household's output, you can customize your service by selecting between 35, 64, or 95-gallon cart sizes to ensure you always have adequate capacity.
Organics and Food Scrap Diversion
Under the statewide SB 1383 regulations, Corona residents are required to divert organic materials away from the landfill. This means all grass clippings, yard debris, food scraps, and food-soiled paper products must go strictly into your green-lidded organics cart. To make indoor sorting easier, the city offers free kitchen caddies that residents can pick up at the Utilities Department located on Public Safety Way. Please remember that plastic bags, including those marketed as biodegradable, are strictly prohibited in the organics bin. A great trick to minimize odors is to freeze your food scraps in a paper bag until your scheduled collection day.
Curbside Recycling Rules and Cart Placement
Maintaining a sustainable community starts with proper curbside sorting. The blue-lidded cart is exclusively for unbagged, clean recyclables such as broken-down cardboard boxes, office paper, glass jars, aluminum cans, and rigid plastic containers. To guarantee a successful pickup, ensure your materials are loaded so the cart lid can close completely, which prevents windblown litter in our neighborhoods. On your assigned trash day, roll your containers to the curb early in the morning, making sure to leave at least a few feet of clearance between each bin so the automated collection trucks can operate safely.
Bulk Waste and E-Waste Pickups
For oversized loads like old mattresses, broken furniture, and electronic waste, Corona households can easily arrange a bulk pickup directly through Waste Management. Attempting to cram large items into your standard bins can result in non-collection notices or costly overage fees. Instead, simply log into your My WM online profile or call their customer support line to schedule a specialized collection at your curb. Furthermore, for hazardous materials like old paint, motor oil, or household batteries, residents should take advantage of the Riverside County Household Hazardous Waste collection events, as these toxic items are banned from regular curbside carts.
Drop-off Facilities
El Sobrante Landfill
10910 Dawson Canyon Road, Corona, CA 92883
Materials Accepted
Riverside County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events
Various locations across Riverside County (Check schedule)
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How many free bulk trash pickups do Corona residents get?
Residents receive three (3) free bulky item pickups per calendar year through Waste Management. Each collection allows for up to six bulky items (like mattresses or appliances) and five electronic waste items. You must schedule the pickup at least 48 hours in advance.
What is the proper way to dispose of old batteries in Corona?
Corona residents benefit from a dedicated Universal Waste Collection program. You can place up to 15 household batteries (AA, AAA, C, D, 9V) or cell phones inside a clear, sealed Ziploc bag and place it next to—not inside—your blue recycling cart on your regular service day.
How does California's SB 1383 law affect my residential trash service?
Senate Bill 1383 requires all Californians to separate organic waste to reduce landfill methane emissions. In Corona, you must place all food scraps, food-soiled paper, and yard trimmings into your green-lidded organics cart. WM actively monitors carts for contamination, and repeat offenses will result in added fees on your monthly bill.
Does Waste Management pick up used motor oil in Corona?
Yes, WM provides free weekly curbside pickup of up to 2 gallons of used motor oil and used oil filters. You must secure the oil in a clear screw-top container, place the filter in a sealed plastic bag, and contact WM to schedule the pickup at least 2 business days before your normal service day.