Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Orangevale
Trash Day
Trash collection runs Monday through Friday, with your specific pickup day determined by your neighborhood address.
Recycling
Recycling is collected bi-weekly (every other week) on the same day as your standard trash collection.
Yard Waste
Organics and yard waste (green waste) are collected weekly on your regular collection day.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential waste and recycling fees are billed directly through Sacramento County Consolidated Utilities Billing and Service (CUBS) alongside stormwater and local water/sewer charges.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
The Solid Waste Lifeline Rate Assistance Program provides monthly bill credits for eligible low-income residents enrolled in SMUD EAPR or PG&E CARE. Physical disability cart roll-out assistance is also available upon request.
Gray or Black Bin (Trash)
All bags and domestic waste must fit neatly inside the cart with the lid completely flat. Overflowing material or garbage stacked next to the bin will not be collected by automated arms.
Accepted Items
- ✓Unrecyclable snack bags and chip packaging
- ✓Plastic bags, bubble wrap, and structural film layers
- ✓Diapers, sanitary wipes, and bagged pet waste
- ✓Broken house glass, lightbulbs, and household ceramics
- ✓Extinguished and cooled charcoal briquettes or ashes
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Items must be dropped loose directly into the blue container without any plastic bag encapsulation. Rinsing out containers to keep them empty, clean, and dry prevents structural damage to recyclable paper loads.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum soda cans and steel soup cans
- ✓Rigid plastic containers, jugs, and tubs labeled #1-#7
- ✓Flattened cardboard shipping boxes and clean paperboard
- ✓Newspapers, magazines, junk mail, and office paper catalogs
Do NOT Include
- ✕Loose plastic grocery sacks or heavy bubble wraps
- ✕Polystyrene (Styrofoam) packaging blocks or cups
- ✕Loose shredded paper fragments
- ✕Electronic components or household consumer batteries
- ✕Food-contaminated pizza boxes or greasy wax liners
Yard Waste Bin
Organic waste and yard prunings should be loaded loose into the green container. Do not pack items down tightly, as wedged organic material may fail to empty during automated truck dumping.
Accepted Items
- ✓Lawn clippings, fresh garden weeds, and landscape mulch
- ✓Dry autumn leaves, small twigs, and garden flowers
- ✓Tree limbs under 6 inches in diameter and under 4 feet long
- ✓Household food leftovers, fruit skin, and vegetable scraps
- ✓Meat scraps, bones, dairy cast-offs, and bread crusts
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
1 pickup per 12-month rolling period
Placement
Items must be positioned neatly at the street curb edge by 6:00 AM on your confirmed appointment date. Special materials like tires or appliances should be set to one side to facilitate separate recycling truck routing.
Accepted
- ✓ Oversized household furniture (mattresses, couches, tables)
- ✓ Major home appliances (doors removed or securely tied shut for safety)
- ✓ Electronic waste items (televisions, monitors, computers boxed neatly)
- ✓ Automotive passenger tires (maximum of 4 per appointment; rims OK)
- ✓ Clean lumber and tree limbs (maximum 4 inches wide and 5 feet long)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Commercial or business-generated debris
- ✕ Heavy construction items (concrete blocks, bricks, dirt, stones)
- ✕ Glass panels, mirrors, shower doors, or auto glass windows
- ✕ Household hazardous waste (paint cans, solvents, vehicle fluids)
- ✕ Treated wood materials (railroad ties, fence posts, decking beams)
The basic 5 cubic yards allocation corresponds to a pile measuring 8' x 4' x 4'. Residents can set out a maximum of 15 cubic yards per pickup, but volume exceeding the initial 5 cubic yards will incur extra fees.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Unlike most municipalities, Sacramento County's residential curbside collection service operates as normal on ALL calendar holidays. There is no holiday delay, meaning your carts must always be set out by 6:00 AM on your standard collection day, regardless of any major holiday observations.
Yard Waste Exception
Organic waste collection follows the exact same holiday timeline as standard residential trash, remaining entirely on schedule throughout the year.
While curbside collection trucks run on schedule, county administrative offices, customer service lines, and hazardous waste drop-off facilities are closed on major holidays.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Post-Holiday Tree Recycling
December to JanuarySacramento County hosts free self-serve holiday tree drop-off days in early January at regional stations like NARS and Kiefer Landfill. Residents must strip away all tinsel, stands, lights, and ornaments. Flocked trees are excluded from compost lines.
Self-Serve Community Compost
March to OctoberOrangevale residents can access the county's free Self-Serve Compost Program between mid-March and late October. This rich gardening mulch is crafted directly from the organic green waste collected from local curbside accounts.
Summer Organic Pest Control
June to SeptemberHigh Central Valley summer temperatures accelerate decomposition, causing odors in the green organics bin. Layer food remnants beneath a protective blanket of dry lawn clippings or leaves, and keep container lids tightly sealed.
Local Tips & Community Info
Curbside Collection Managed by Sacramento County
Since Orangevale is an unincorporated community, residential waste management is overseen by the Sacramento County Department of Waste Management & Recycling. Standard household garbage is picked up every single week. To guarantee your bins are emptied, they must be rolled out to the street edge no later than 6:00 a.m. on your designated service day. If you have questions about your specific route or need to request a replacement cart, the SacGreenTeam customer service desk is available at 916-875-5555 to assist Orangevale residents.
Sorting Rules for the Bi-Weekly Recycling Cart
Unlike the weekly garbage service, your blue recycling cart is serviced every other week. It is crucial to only toss empty, clean, and dry materials into this container. Acceptable items include glass bottles, plastic jugs, metal cans, and flattened cardboard. A major rule enforced by Sacramento County is that all recyclables must remain loose. Never pack them inside plastic grocery bags, as the flexible film causes severe jams at the sorting facility. Styrofoam and coated paper take-out containers are also strictly banned from the blue bin.
Weekly Organics and Food Waste Compliance
To comply with California's organics recycling mandates, Orangevale homes are provided with a green cart for yard trimmings and kitchen scraps. This container is collected weekly alongside your standard trash. Residents are required to dispose of leaves, grass clippings, and food waste—including meat, bones, eggshells, and coffee grounds—directly into the green bin. Please remember that dirt, rocks, and pet waste are not permitted in the organics cart, as they ruin the commercial composting process.
Claiming Your Annual Bulky Waste Appointment
Every residential customer paying for curbside service is entitled to one complimentary bulky waste pickup every twelve months. This program allows you to dispose of up to five cubic yards of large materials, such as broken furniture, mattresses, or old appliances. You cannot simply leave these items on the sidewalk; doing so is considered illegal dumping. Instead, you must schedule your appointment ahead of time by using the SacGreenTeam mobile app or calling the county dispatch. Ensure your piles are kept away from storm drains and bike lanes.
Strict Cart Spacing and Placement Regulations
Automated collection trucks require adequate room to safely operate their lifting mechanisms. Sacramento County code requires residents to place their carts at least three feet apart from one another. Furthermore, bins must be positioned a minimum of six feet away from parked cars, mailboxes, and basketball hoops, with the wheels resting against the curb. Once the trucks have passed, local ordinances dictate that all empty containers must be removed from the street and returned to your property within twenty-four hours.
Handling Household Hazardous Materials
Chemicals, motor oil, and batteries pose a massive fire hazard if tossed into your standard residential bins. Orangevale residents are encouraged to safely dispose of household hazardous waste (HHW) by utilizing county drop-off locations, such as the North Area Recovery Station (NARS) or the Kiefer Landfill. For used motor oil, the county does offer a curbside pickup option, provided the oil is sealed in a clear, rigid plastic container with a taped screw-top lid and placed three feet away from your garbage carts.
Drop-off Facilities
North Area Recovery Station (NARS)
4450 Roseville Rd, North Highlands, CA 95660
Materials Accepted
Kiefer Landfill
12701 Kiefer Blvd, Sloughhouse, CA 95683
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I request an appointment for a bulky waste collection in Orangevale?
Orangevale residents can schedule their annual free bulky waste collection in three ways: by calling the county customer service line at 916-875-5555, by filling out the online request form via the official county utilities portal, or by downloading the free SacGreenTeam mobile application.
Where can I safely discard home hazardous waste like paint, cleaners, and automotive oil?
Hazardous home chemicals are strictly banned from all curbside rolling carts. Residents can drop off these materials for free at the North Area Recovery Station (NARS) HHW facility on Roseville Road (open Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday) or bring select items like oil and antifreeze to the Kiefer Landfill ABOP facility.
What is the 'Lid Flipper' program in Sacramento County?
The county conducts random route reviews, known as the Lid Flipper program, where sanitation staff visually inspect the contents of curbside carts. This program provides direct feedback and educational resources to residents to help ensure proper recycling sorting and minimize landfill contamination.
How can I obtain a replacement or fix a damaged collection cart?
If your automated rolling container suffers from a missing lid, split base, or broken wheel, you can arrange a free repair or exchange. Residents can log a service request by dialing 311 (or 916-875-4311), sending an email to [email protected], or filling out the container repair form online.