Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Norco
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
Residential waste, recycling, organics, and manure collection services are billed directly by Waste Management (WM) on a monthly basis, while water and sewer utilities are billed separately by the City of Norco.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In-Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Utility Assistance Programs are available for income-eligible residents.
Burgundy Bin (Trash)
Place all waste inside the burgundy cart and ensure the lid is fully closed. Do not place any trash outside the cart. Place carts at the curb by 6:00 a.m. with handles facing your home.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Broken ceramics or glass
- ✓Diapers and pet waste
Gray Bin (Recycling)
Place all recyclable items loosely in the gray cart. Never bag your recyclables in plastic. Empty and lightly rinse containers before disposal.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard and paper
- ✓Plastic bottles and containers
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Household hazardous waste
- ✕Needles or sharps
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
Do not use any plastic bags, including those labeled 'biodegradable' or 'compostable'. Yard waste and food scraps must go directly into the green cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Weeds and small branches
- ✓Food scraps
- ✓Food-soiled paper products
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Three free pickups per calendar year
Placement
Place all scheduled bulky items at the curb no later than 6:00 a.m. on the designated collection day.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches and large furniture
- ✓ Washers, dryers, and refrigerators
- ✓ Electronic waste and universal waste
- ✓ Up to ten 32-gallon bags of trash per pickup
Not Accepted
- ✕ Car bodies or automotive parts
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Household hazardous waste
- ✕ Extremely heavy items requiring more than two people to lift
If you exceed your three free annual pickups, additional bulky item collections can be scheduled for a nominal fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday, all collection services for the remainder of that week will be delayed by one day. If the holiday falls on a weekend, there is no delay in service.
Yard Waste Exception
Organic waste, recycling, and manure collection are subject to the exact same holiday delay schedule as regular trash.
Because standard collection in Norco typically falls on Mondays, Monday holidays like Labor Day and Memorial Day will always push service to Tuesday.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - JanuaryWaste Management collects and recycles Christmas trees for free during the first two weeks following Christmas [1.1.1]. Remove all decorations, lights, and stands. Trees taller than 6 feet must be cut in half. Flocked trees will be collected as trash but cannot be recycled.
Rainy Season
November - MarchHeavy rains can make manure carts dangerously heavy if lids are left open. If a manure cart exceeds the weight limit due to waterlogging, WM will tag it with a non-collection notice and return the next day with specialized equipment to safely service it.
Local Tips & Community Info
Keeping Horsetown USA Clean with Waste Management
As a community famous for its sprawling lots and equestrian lifestyle, Norco requires a robust sanitation program to keep neighborhoods pristine. Waste Management (WM) serves as the designated refuse hauler for the city, providing weekly curbside collections for all residential properties. Because homes here often sit on half-acre or larger parcels, managing household waste efficiently is crucial to preserving the rural atmosphere and protecting local waterways.
Container Positioning Instructions
To ensure drivers can empty your receptacles without interference, proper spacing on collection day is mandatory. Push your carts out to the edge of the street by 6:00 a.m. on your assigned morning. You must leave a minimum of three feet between each bin so the automated mechanical arms do not knock them over. Keep containers clear of mailboxes, parked vehicles, and any equestrian trails. Once emptied, residents are expected to pull the carts back out of public view by the end of the day.
Sorting Mandates for Organics and Recyclables
Complying with state environmental regulations means actively sorting your daily refuse. The green container is strictly for organic material, which includes lawn clippings, leaves, and kitchen food scraps. The blue cart takes clean paper, cardboard boxes, aluminum cans, and rigid plastic bottles. All remaining non-recyclable garbage, including heavily soiled items, must be thrown into the dark trash bin. Please note that large-scale livestock manure requires specialized bins and cannot be dumped into the standard residential green cart.
Disposing of Large Household Goods
You do not have to haul a broken washing machine or a stained sofa to the landfill yourself. WM offers residential customers the convenience of scheduling bulky item collections directly from the curb. This service covers major appliances, furniture, and bundled branches that exceed cart capacity. Residents must contact WM customer support ahead of their regular garbage day to request a specialized truck route for these oversized loads.
Schedule Adjustments for Major Holidays
Waste Management observes six major holidays during the calendar year, which can alter your weekly pickup routine. These include New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. If your scheduled service falls on or after one of these dates during the workweek, your collection will be delayed by 24 hours. Normal timing immediately resumes the following week.
Drop-off Facilities
Riverside County Department of Waste Resources (HHW Collection)
Various mobile and permanent locations in Riverside County
Materials Accepted
Main Street Fibers
Contact facility for specific drop-off locations in Norco
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the designated garbage collection company in Norco?
Waste Management (WM) holds the exclusive contract to provide all residential refuse and recycling services for the city.
Can I put horse manure in my green organics cart?
No. Standard residential green carts are for household food scraps and basic yard trimmings only. Large quantities of livestock manure require a separate, specialized disposal arrangement through WM.
What time should my trash bins be on the street?
All waste and recycling containers must be placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your specific neighborhood collection day to guarantee service.