Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Daly City
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone
Recycling
Varies by neighborhood zone
Yard Waste
Varies by neighborhood zone
Set Out Time
By 4:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash, recycling, and composting services provided by Republic Services are conveniently billed together with your City of Daly City water and wastewater bill every other month.
Billing Cycle
Bi-Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, Drop Box
Pro Tip / Discount
The Utility Rate Assistance Program (URAP) provides rate discounts on water, sewer, and garbage services for eligible low-income households meeting income limits.
Black Bin (Trash)
All household garbage must fit inside the black cart with the lid completely closed. Bag all loose trash to prevent littering when the mechanical arm empties the bin.
Accepted Items
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics (#3, #4, #6, #7)
- ✓Plastic bags and film wrap
- ✓Polystyrene (Styrofoam)
- ✓Diapers and pet waste
- ✓Broken ceramics and mirrors
- ✓Treated or painted wood
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Keep all recyclables loose, clean, and dry inside the blue cart. Do not bag recyclables in plastic trash bags. Used batteries and cell phones can be placed in a clear zip bag ON TOP of the blue cart lid.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean paper, mail, and magazines
- ✓Flattened cardboard and clean pizza boxes
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (all colors)
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Rigid plastics (#1, #2, and #5)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags or wrap
- ✕Food waste or liquids
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires)
- ✕Electronic waste
Yard Waste Bin
Organics must be placed directly into the green cart. Do not use standard plastic garbage bags. Keep out pet waste, dirt, rocks, and any petroleum-based plastics.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and weeds
- ✓Leaves, branches, and plants
- ✓Food scraps (meat, dairy, bones, produce)
- ✓Food-soiled paper (napkins, unlined paper plates)
- ✓Coffee grounds and tea bags
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
One free annual pickup per residential household
Placement
Once confirmed, place approved bulky items safely at the curb by 4:00 a.m. on the scheduled collection date, ensuring they do not block sidewalks or traffic.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, tables, chairs)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Large household appliances
- ✓ Electronic waste (TVs, computers)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Household hazardous waste (chemicals, paint)
- ✕ Dirt, concrete, asphalt, and rocks
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Tires and automotive parts
Single-family residents are entitled to one free bulky item collection per year. Additional pickups, or requests exceeding the volume limit, will incur extra fees.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Republic Services only observes Christmas Day and New Year's Day. If your collection day falls directly on one of these holidays, your service will take place on Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
The green organics cart follows the exact same holiday schedule as the standard trash and recycling carts.
If a holiday falls on a weekend, or for any other holiday not listed (such as Thanksgiving or July 4th), there are no changes to the regular residential curbside collection schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter (Post-Holiday)
Late December to late JanuaryRepublic Services offers free holiday tree recycling for approximately one month following Christmas. Remove all stands, lights, tinsel, and ornaments. Trees must be cut into 6-foot lengths and placed at the curb next to your green cart.
Spring & Fall
May and OctoberDaly City typically hosts its Annual Earth Day Recycling Event on the first Saturday in May, and its Make a Difference Day Event on the fourth Saturday in October, offering additional drop-off opportunities for special waste.
Local Tips & Community Info
Republic Services and Coastal Sanitation
Keeping Daly City clean requires a coordinated effort between residents and Republic Services, the exclusive waste hauler for the municipality. Situated right on the foggy coast, the city places a massive emphasis on preventing loose debris from entering local storm drains and the nearby Pacific Ocean. Every single-family dwelling is outfitted with a streamlined color-coded cart system. Understanding your specific neighborhood schedule helps maintain the visual charm and environmental health of this densely populated Gateway to the Peninsula.
Early Morning Cart Protocols
Collection drivers begin their coastal routes before most of the city wakes up. Therefore, all garbage, recycling, and compost receptacles need to be resting at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your designated service day. Because the trucks rely on automated mechanical arms, spacing is crucial. You must leave at least two feet of clearance between each container and ensure they are not blocked by parked cars along Daly City's famously steep and narrow streets. Once emptied, municipal regulations dictate that all carts be stored out of public view by 8:00 p.m.
Mandatory Food Scrap Composting
Daly City aggressively enforces the California SB 1383 organics mandate. The green compost cart is no longer just for yard trimmings and weeds; it is the required receptacle for all household food scraps. Coffee grounds, eggshells, meat bones, and pizza boxes must be diverted into this bin. By keeping heavy organic matter out of the landfill, the community drastically cuts down on methane emissions. Residents can even request a free kitchen pail from Republic Services to make indoor food scrap collection much easier.
Navigating the Blue Recycling Bin
When separating your recyclables, it is imperative to keep materials completely loose. Plastic bags are the number one enemy of the local material recovery facility because they tangle and break the sorting belts. Your blue bin is meant exclusively for dry, clean items such as glass jars, aluminum cans, flattened cardboard boxes, and rigid plastic jugs. If an item is heavily contaminated with food grease or liquids, it belongs in the garbage or compost, not the recycling stream.
Complimentary Oversized Debris Removal
Daly City homeowners do not need to resort to illegal dumping when disposing of large household items. Republic Services provides a highly beneficial Bulky Item Collection program. Residential account holders can schedule two free pickups per year for massive objects like broken mattresses, old appliances, and heavy furniture. To take advantage of this, you must call the Republic Services dispatch office in advance to reserve a slot. Items placed on the sidewalk without a confirmed appointment will trigger local blight citations.
Holiday Route Interruptions
The sanitation trucks operate almost every day of the year, taking a pause for only three major holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. If your normal trash day falls on one of these three specific dates, your pickup will be delayed by exactly 24 hours. The rest of the week will also slide forward by one day, with Friday collections occurring on Saturday. For all other holidays, including Memorial Day and Labor Day, trucks run on their normal schedules.
Drop-off Facilities
Republic Services Daly City Office
1680 Edgeworth Ave, Daly City, CA 94015
Materials Accepted
Ox Mountain Sanitary Landfill
12310 San Mateo Rd (Hwy 92), Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I properly dispose of used batteries and lightbulbs in Daly City?
Daly City offers a convenient curbside option. You can place household batteries, cell phones, and up to ten CFL lightbulbs in clear zip-type plastic bags and set them directly on top of your blue recycling cart's lid on collection day. You can also drop them off at the Republic Services office on Edgeworth Avenue.
Can I throw food waste in my regular trash cart?
No. Under California's SB 1383 mandate, all Daly City residents must separate organic waste. Food scraps—including meat, dairy, bones, and vegetables—must be placed in the green organics cart along with your yard waste.
How do I schedule a bulky item pickup in Daly City?
Daly City residents receive one free Bulky Goods Collection per year. You must schedule this service at least two weeks in advance by calling Republic Services at (650) 756-1130 or emailing [email protected].
Does Republic Services delay trash pickup for every holiday?
No. Republic Services in Daly City only observes Christmas Day and New Year's Day. If your normal pickup day falls on one of those two holidays, your service will be moved to Saturday. All other holidays, including Thanksgiving and the Fourth of July, do not affect your normal collection schedule.