Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Lawndale
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone
Recycling
Varies by neighborhood zone
Yard Waste
Varies by neighborhood zone
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash, recycling, and organics services are managed under contract by Republic Services and billed on a quarterly schedule based on your trash cart size. Single-family residents are also eligible for up to six free bulky item pickups per calendar year.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail
Pro Tip / Discount
Seniors aged 65 and older who are the head of household are eligible for a 15% discount on trash service rates. Backyard collection service is also available at no additional charge for residents with disabilities.
Black Bin (Trash)
All household landfill trash must be securely bagged before placing it in the black cart. Container lids must close completely to prevent local wind-blown litter and deter pests.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged pet waste and kitty litter
- ✓Polystyrene and Styrofoam packaging
- ✓Disposable baby diapers and sanitary wipes
- ✓Mylar snack wrappers and chip bags
- ✓Single-use plastic bags and wraps
- ✓Broken ceramics and drinking glasses
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Do not bag recyclables; place all accepted items completely loose, empty, rinsed, and dry inside the blue container.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard and clean paperboard boxes
- ✓Clean dry paper, catalogs, and junk mail
- ✓Glass bottles and food jars
- ✓Aluminum and tin food or beverage cans
- ✓Rigid plastics marked with recycling symbols #1 through #7
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags, bubble wrap, or film wrap
- ✕Styrofoam blocks or food packaging
- ✕Garden hoses, extension cords, or wire hangers
- ✕Heavily soiled cardboard or greasy pizza boxes
- ✕Alkaline or rechargeable batteries
Yard Waste Bin
Place organic materials loosely inside the green cart, or inside a brown paper bag. Do not use plastic bags of any kind, and keep rocks, soil, concrete, and pet waste out of this cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Kitchen food scraps (raw/cooked meat, bones, dairy, fruits, vegetables)
- ✓Food-soiled paper napkins, towels, and paper plates
- ✓Grass clippings, tree leaves, weeds, and garden flowers
- ✓Prunings and tree branches under 4 inches in diameter
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
6 free curbside pickups per calendar year
Placement
Schedule your pickup by contacting Republic Services at 1-800-299-4898. Place bulky items curbside by 6:00 AM on your scheduled pickup day, clear of parked cars and low-hanging branches.
Accepted
- ✓ Sofas, chairs, tables, and wood furniture
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Major home appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers)
- ✓ Electronic waste (televisions, computer monitors, computers, printers)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Household hazardous waste (paint, chemical solvents, auto fluids)
- ✕ Automotive parts, engines, and tires
- ✕ Construction and home demolition debris (concrete, drywall)
- ✕ Liquid waste or commercial refuse
The six annual curbside collections are free. Additional bulky collections can be scheduled with Republic Services for an additional service fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Republic Services observes six major holidays annually. If an observed holiday falls on a weekday, curbside collection service will be delayed by exactly one day for the remainder of that holiday week.
Yard Waste Exception
Organic waste, recycling, and standard trash collection schedules are shifted uniformly during holiday weeks.
If an observed holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, collections proceed exactly as scheduled on normal weekdays with zero delay.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Autumn Leaf Management
October - DecemberHeavy late-autumn leaf falls must go directly inside your green organics cart. Residents are strictly prohibited from sweeping or blowing leaves into street gutters, as loose foliage blocks storm sewer drains and municipal street sweepers, leading to street flooding.
Post-Holiday Christmas Tree Recycling
December - JanuaryNatural, undecorated Christmas trees can be recycled curbside during the first few weeks of January. Strip all ornaments, lights, stands, and tinsel. Place the tree next to your green organics bin. Trees over 6 feet tall must be cut in half.
Local Tips & Community Info
Residential Waste Solutions with Republic Services
Keeping Lawndale's neighborhoods clean and sustainable is a joint effort between the local community and Republic Services, the city's exclusive franchise waste hauler. Every single-family residence is provided with automated carts to manage everyday refuse, recyclable goods, and organic materials. By strictly adhering to local guidelines, residents help divert reusable materials from Southern California landfills and keep streetscapes clear for efficient municipal street sweeping operations.
Curbside Placement and Timing Guidelines
For a seamless pickup experience, you must roll your containers out to the street edge no later than 6:00 a.m. on your designated collection morning. Place the bins side-by-side with the arrows on the lids pointing directly toward the street. It is crucial to leave at least three feet of clearance between each container and any nearby obstacles, such as parked cars, mailboxes, or utility poles. Once Republic Services has emptied the receptacles, city ordinance requires homeowners to pull them back onto their private property within 24 hours to maintain neighborhood aesthetics.
Mastering the Three-Cart Sorting System
Lawndale operates on a color-coded three-cart system to maximize diversion rates. The Blue Cart is reserved exclusively for unbagged recyclables, including flattened cardboard, clean paper, glass jars, aluminum cans, and rigid plastics. The Green Cart is your designated organics bin; under California's SB 1383 mandate, this receptacle must be used for both landscape debris (like leaves and branches) and all household food scraps. Finally, the Black or Dark Gray Cart is meant for non-recyclable, non-hazardous municipal solid waste, such as diapers, foam packaging, and pet waste.
Disposing of Large Items and Electronic Waste
When it is time to get rid of an old sofa, a broken refrigerator, or outdated electronics, you do not need to haul them to a dump. Lawndale residents with active Republic Services accounts can schedule free curbside bulky item pickups throughout the year. Simply contact the customer support team at least 48 hours prior to your normal service day to register your items. Remember that hazardous materials, construction debris, and automobile parts are strictly prohibited from this program and require specialized disposal at a designated county hazardous waste facility.
Impact of Holidays on Your Pickup Schedule
Republic Services observes several major holidays, including New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. If your scheduled trash day falls on or after one of these observed holidays within the same workweek, your collection will be delayed by exactly 24 hours. Normal operations will resume the following Monday. During the winter holidays, the company also provides complimentary curbside collection of natural, undecorated Christmas trees for a limited period.
Drop-off Facilities
Hyperion S.A.F.E. Center
7660 West Imperial Highway, Gate B, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
Materials Accepted
EDCO Recycling & Transfer Center
2755 California Ave, Signal Hill, CA 90755
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles the garbage collection in Lawndale?
Republic Services is the exclusive waste management provider contracted by the City of Lawndale for all residential trash, recycling, and organic waste collection.
Am I allowed to put food scraps in my green yard waste bin?
Yes. To comply with state environmental laws (SB 1383), all Lawndale residents must dispose of food waste, including vegetable clippings and meat scraps, directly into their green organics cart alongside regular yard trimmings.
How do I throw away a mattress or large furniture piece?
You can schedule a free bulky item pickup by calling Republic Services customer care. Be sure to request the service at least two days before your regular collection day so they can route the proper truck.