Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Hemet
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone
Recycling
Weekly on your scheduled trash collection day
Yard Waste
Weekly on your scheduled trash collection day
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash and organics collection is serviced by CR&R Environmental Services, while City of Hemet utility bills cover municipal water, sewer, and storm drain charges.
Billing Cycle
Every 4 weeks
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (ACH), Phone, Mail, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Utility payment assistance and payment plans are available for eligible low-income residents through CAP Riverside (LIHEAP) and the City.
Black (or Black with Black Lid) Bin (Trash)
All refuse should be bagged to prevent litter. Carts must be placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on collection day, spaced 1 foot apart, and removed within 12 hours after service.
Accepted Items
- ✓General household refuse
- ✓Plastic bags and wrappers
- ✓Styrofoam packaging
- ✓Diapers and sanitary products
- ✓Broken ceramics and glass
- ✓Pet waste
Blue (or Black with Blue Lid) Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables must be loose, not bagged. Ensure items are empty, clean, and dry before tossing them into the cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
- ✓Metal cans (aluminum and tin)
- ✓Clean paper and cardboard
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Food-soiled cardboard (like greasy pizza boxes)
- ✕Styrofoam products
- ✕E-waste or batteries
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
Do not use plastic bags to hold yard waste or food scraps. Organic material must go loosely into the green cart. Dirt, rocks, and pet waste are strictly prohibited.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings, leaves, and weeds
- ✓Small branches and prunings
- ✓Food scraps (meat, dairy, vegetables, fruit)
- ✓Food-soiled paper
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Two (2) free bulky item pick-ups per calendar year for residential customers.
Placement
Items must be placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your scheduled collection day, positioned away from vehicles and mailboxes.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches, chairs, desks, and tables
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Washers, dryers, and water heaters
- ✓ Up to four (4) automobile tires
- ✓ Electronic waste (TVs, monitors)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Household hazardous waste (paint, oil, chemicals)
- ✕ Dirt, rocks, and concrete
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Commercial waste
- ✕ Items requiring Freon removal (without an extra fee)
Appliances requiring Freon removal (like refrigerators) incur an additional fee. Additional pickups beyond the two free annual appointments are available for a nominal charge.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a designated holiday falls on a weekday, all collection services for the remainder of that week will be postponed by one day. (e.g., Thursday pickups will move to Friday).
Yard Waste Exception
Organics and recycling follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as regular refuse.
If the holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there is generally no interruption to the weekday curbside pickup schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
Late December to JanuaryPost-holiday natural Christmas tree recycling is typically supported. Trees must be completely stripped of ornaments, tinsel, lights, and stands. Flocked trees cannot be composted and must be chopped to fit in the black trash cart.
Year-Round
January to DecemberHemet residents are encouraged to utilize their two free annual bulky item appointments during spring cleaning or home renovation projects to responsibly discard large items without incurring extra dump fees.
Local Tips & Community Info
CR&R Environmental Services: Hemet's Dedicated Hauler
Residential refuse and recycling operations within the City of Hemet are expertly managed through a municipal partnership with CR&R Environmental Services. As the designated waste hauler for the community, CR&R ensures that neighborhoods stay clear of debris through consistent weekly collections. New homeowners or tenants needing to set up their initial trash service, swap out damaged containers, or inquire about their specific collection day can contact CR&R directly at 1-800-755-8112 for prompt assistance.
Curbside Timing and Proper Cart Spacing
To facilitate a smooth morning pickup route, all Hemet residents are required to have their carts positioned on the street by 6:00 a.m. on their scheduled service day. Because CR&R utilizes fully automated collection trucks, proper physical spacing is critical. You must leave a minimum of three feet of clearance between each container and keep them safely distanced from parked cars, low-hanging trees, and mailboxes. Carts should be placed with the wheels resting against the curb and must be retrieved from the public right-of-way by the evening after collection.
Navigating the Three-Cart Mandate
Hemet fully enforces California’s environmental legislation, specifically SB 1383, requiring a dedicated three-stream sorting process. The standard black or gray bin is intended strictly for general household garbage that cannot be recycled. Your blue container is strictly for clean recyclables like paper, cardboard boxes, aluminum cans, and plastics. Finally, the green bin is utilized for all organic matter, which encompasses lawn clippings, branches, and food waste such as vegetable peels, meat scraps, and coffee grounds.
Scheduling Your Bulky Item Retrievals
Disposing of cumbersome household goods—like old sectionals, mattresses, and non-freon appliances—is incredibly convenient for Hemet residents. Your residential CR&R account includes provisions for free bulky item collections throughout the calendar year. Instead of struggling to haul these massive items to the dump yourself, simply call CR&R customer service ahead of your regular trash day to book a specialized pickup. Be advised that hazardous materials and construction debris are not eligible for this program.
Handling Service Delays During the Holidays
CR&R's operations pause for major national holidays, including New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. When one of these recognized holidays lands on a regular weekday, all subsequent neighborhood collections are delayed by a single day for the rest of that week. Consequently, Friday pickups will be finalized on Saturday. If a holiday falls on a weekend, your standard weekday schedule remains entirely unaffected.
Riverside County Hazardous Waste Drop-Offs
Chemicals and hazardous materials must be kept completely out of the standard curbside waste stream. Items such as antifreeze, wet paint, pool chemicals, and lithium-ion batteries can easily ignite inside the compactor trucks. Hemet residents should take advantage of the Riverside County Department of Waste Resources, which hosts regular household hazardous waste drop-off events and operates permanent regional collection facilities to process these dangerous substances safely and legally.
Drop-off Facilities
Lamb Canyon Sanitary Landfill
16411 Lamb Canyon Rd, Beaumont, CA 92223
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if CR&R or Waste Management collects my trash in Hemet?
Service providers in Hemet are determined by your address format. If you have a 4-digit house number, your service provider is CR&R Environmental Services (951-943-1991). If your house number is 5 digits long, you are serviced by Waste Management of the Inland Empire (1-800-423-9986).
Does Hemet delay trash pickup for holidays?
Yes. CR&R observes New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. If the holiday falls during the workweek, service for the remainder of the week is delayed by one day.
How do I get rid of an old mattress or couch in Hemet?
Residential customers receive two free bulky item pickups per calendar year. You can include up to two large items (like a mattress and a couch) or up to 3 cubic yards of loose materials. Call CR&R at (800) 755-8112 to schedule an appointment.
Can I put food waste in my green yard waste cart?
Yes. Due to California's SB 1383 mandate, all residents must recycle organic waste. Your green cart (or black cart with a green lid) is designated for both yard trimmings and all food scraps, including meat, dairy, coffee grounds, and food-soiled paper.