Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Paramount
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 and recycling services are provided by Athens Services. Single-family households can schedule free curbside bulky item and e-waste pickups by calling customer care at least 24 hours before their regular collection day.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Complimentary walk-out service is available for elderly or disabled residents who are physically unable to bring carts to the curb.
Black or Grey Bin (Trash)
To ensure your trash is collected, please make sure your barrels are out the night before trash day or by 6:00 A.M. the day of service. All refuse must be placed inside the container with the lids closed.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics #3 and #6 (hard and foam)
- ✓Bubble wrap, film wrap, and plastic bags
- ✓Diapers and pet waste
- ✓Cacti, succulents, palm fronds, and yucca leaves
- ✓Hard shells (clams, oysters) and cigarette butts
Blue Bin (Recycling)
All items must be empty of liquid and food before being placed in the blue recycling container. Do not bag your recyclables.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean, dry paper, mail, and magazines
- ✓Broken down cardboard and clean pizza boxes
- ✓Plastic #1, #2, and #5 bottles and jugs
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (lids removed)
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans, foil, and scrap metal
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags, cellophane, and film
- ✕Food-soiled paper with plastic or wax coatings
- ✕Bubble wrap and styrofoam
- ✕Small plastics (utensils, straws)
Yard Waste Bin
All food-soiled paper must be 100% plant-fiber based with no petroleum-based plastic, wax, or bio-plastic coating. Do not use plastic bags to hold food waste.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings, leaves, and weeds
- ✓Food scraps (fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy)
- ✓100% plant-fiber based food-soiled paper
- ✓Paper egg cartons and paper napkins
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Available upon request.
Placement
Place your items out on the curb no earlier than the day before your regular trash pickup day.
Accepted
- ✓ Major appliances (washers, dryers, refrigerators)
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, recliners, tables)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Electronic waste (TVs, computers)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Lumber and construction debris
- ✕ Concrete and auto parts
- ✕ Toxins such as paint and used motor oil
- ✕ Hazardous waste
The service is free for single-family residences and multi-family properties utilizing standard trash barrels. Commercial properties or those with bins incur a separate charge.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If the holiday falls on a weekday, trash collection will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week.
Yard Waste Exception
The one-day delay applies to all residential carts, including trash, recycling, and organics.
If the holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there are no service interruptions and the normal schedule remains in effect.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - JanuaryAthens Services collects holiday trees for recycling following Christmas. Trees must be completely stripped of lights, ornaments, stands, and tinsel. Trees treated with flocking or fire retardants cannot be composted and must be disposed of as trash.
Spring
March - MayWith the arrival of spring cleaning, remember that Paramount offers free bulky item and E-Waste pickups for single-family residences. Schedule a collection for old furniture or appliances by calling Athens at least 24 hours before your normal service day.
Summer
June - AugustHot summer temperatures can cause odors in your green organics cart. To mitigate pests, store your food scraps in the freezer or refrigerator during the week and only transfer them to the green bin the night before your scheduled pickup.
Local Tips & Community Info
Athens Services: Paramount's Official Waste Partner
Keeping Paramount's neighborhoods vibrant and clean is a collaborative effort between local residents and Athens Services, the municipality's franchised sanitation provider. Every single-family dwelling and multi-unit complex up to four units receives comprehensive weekly curbside collection. Athens deploys a standardized cart system for managing general refuse, co-mingled recyclables, and green waste. If you recently moved into town and need to set up your residential account or order new bins, you can reach out directly to the hauler's customer service line. Establishing your pickup day early ensures your household waste is managed without interruption.
Strict Guidelines for Bulky Item Disposal
Upgrading furniture or cleaning out the garage often leaves you with oversized items that simply will not fit in a standard trash barrel. Fortunately, residential customers can take advantage of complimentary bulky item pickups. To request this service, you must contact Athens Services at (888) 336-6100 at least twenty-four hours before your regular collection day. Items can then be placed at the curb no earlier than the evening prior. Be extremely mindful of municipal regulations: the Paramount Municipal Code enforces a strict $325 penalty fee for any large items discarded on your property or public curbs without proper advance notice.
Convenient At-Home E-Waste Collection
Electronic waste requires special handling to prevent heavy metals from leaching into the local environment. Paramount offers an exceptionally convenient e-waste program that brings the recycling center right to your front door. Homes, apartments, and mobile home parks can schedule free electronic waste collections by calling the dedicated local line at (562) 259-1239. Just like the bulky item program, requests must be made at least one day in advance of your normal garbage route. Acceptable electronics include old televisions, obsolete computer monitors, and broken household gadgets.
Organic Waste Diversion and State Compliance
California law requires aggressive reduction of organic material entering landfills, and Paramount accounts must comply with these state mandates. Your designated green cart is designed specifically for yard trimmings, grass clippings, and food scraps. By keeping organic matter separated from general trash, the community actively reduces methane gas emissions. Both single-family homes and commercial entities generating significant weekly waste volumes must participate in organic recycling. Educational resources and program specifics are heavily promoted by the public works department to ensure residents understand exactly what belongs in the green barrel.
Handling Automotive Fluids and Hazardous Toxins
Standard automated trucks cannot safely process materials like wet paint, lumber, concrete, or automotive parts. Used motor oil and filters pose a particularly severe environmental threat if poured down storm drains or thrown in the trash. Instead of risking contamination, DIY mechanics can utilize Certified Collection Centers right here in town, such as the local O'Reilly Auto Parts on Downey Avenue or AutoZone on Paramount Boulevard. For other volatile household chemicals, residents are encouraged to attend regional S.A.F.E. Center drop-off events to ensure toxic substances are neutralized correctly.
Drop-off Facilities
Athens Services Paramount Drop-Off
7202 East Petterson Lane, Paramount, CA 90723
Materials Accepted
AutoZone Auto Parts (Certified Collection Center)
16249 Paramount Blvd, Paramount, CA 90723
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the trash hauler for Paramount, California?
Athens Services is the exclusive waste collection and recycling company for the City of Paramount, handling all residential and commercial solid waste services.
Can I throw food-soiled paper in the green bin in Paramount?
Yes, but with a strict caveat. You can recycle pizza boxes, paper napkins, and egg cartons in the green organics cart only if they are 100% plant-fiber based. Any paper with wax, bio-plastic coatings, or plastic liners must go in the regular trash.
How do I get rid of an old refrigerator or couch in Paramount?
Paramount residents living in single-family homes or utilizing barrel service can schedule a free bulky item pickup. Just call Athens Services at (888) 336-6100 at least 24 hours before your regular trash day, and place the items at the curb no earlier than the night before.
Where should I dispose of used motor oil in Paramount?
Used motor oil and hazardous toxins cannot be picked up through the bulky item program. You can safely dispose of used motor oil and filters for free at local certified collection centers, such as the AutoZone located at 16249 Paramount Blvd.