Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Rancho Cucamonga
Trash Day
Collection runs Monday through Friday depending on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
Weekly on the same day as trash collection (blue barrel).
Yard Waste
Weekly on the same day as trash collection (green barrel).
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential solid waste services are provided under contract by Burrtec Waste Industries and billed directly to customers every two months.
Billing Cycle
Bi-Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, Phone
Pro Tip / Discount
Residents aged 60 or older who are the head of household may qualify for a senior discount on their trash service through Burrtec.
Black or Gray Bin (Trash)
Place your trash barrel at the curb by 6:00 AM on collection day. Ensure there is adequate spacing between all carts for the automated truck arms.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Diapers
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Styrofoam (EPS)
- ✓Pet waste (bagged)
Blue Bin (Recycling)
All dry recyclables must be placed loosely into the blue barrel. Do not bag your recyclables, as bags interfere with the sorting facility's machinery.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Plastic containers and milk jugs
- ✓Newspaper and junk mail
- ✓Magazines, catalogs, and envelopes
Do NOT Include
- ✕Loose plastic bags
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Hazardous materials
- ✕Tanglers like cords and hoses
Yard Waste Bin
Food waste must be placed inside a sealed plastic bag before being put into the green barrel. Yard trimmings should remain loose.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Weeds and palm fronds
- ✓Branches smaller than 6 inches in diameter
- ✓Horse manure
- ✓Bagged food waste and bagged food-soiled paper
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Up to 4 pickups per calendar year
Placement
Bulky item pick-ups must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance. Do not place items at the curb until the morning of your scheduled collection day.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, tables)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Large appliances (white goods)
- ✓ Televisions and monitors
Not Accepted
- ✕ Vehicle parts
- ✕ Construction materials (concrete, dirt)
- ✕ Hazardous waste and liquids
Additional bulky item pickups beyond the four free annual allowances can be arranged with Burrtec for an extra fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When an observed holiday falls on a weekday, service will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
All three carts (trash, recycling, and green waste) operate on the identical delayed holiday schedule.
If a designated holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there are no service interruptions, and regular weekday collections proceed as normally scheduled.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Holiday Tree Recycling
Late December - Early JanuaryBurrtec collects Christmas trees at the curb on your regular collection day from December 26th through January 7th. Remove all tinsel, stands, and ornaments. Trees over six feet tall must be cut in half before being placed out by 6:00 AM.
Seasonal Pruning Allowances
Spring and FallIf your yard cleanup generates excess green waste, Rancho Cucamonga allows residents to bundle prunings and place them next to the green cart up to two times per year for free. Bundles must not exceed 18 inches in diameter and 4 feet in length.
Local Tips & Community Info
Burrtec Waste Industries Curbside Operations
In Rancho Cucamonga, Burrtec Waste Industries manages all residential sanitation logistics. You must push your designated barrels out to the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your specific collection morning to guarantee service. Position the barrels carefully, as they should be placed side-by-side with a minimum of two feet between each container. Ensure the handles point toward your residence and keep the area free of obstacles like basketball hoops or parked vehicles to facilitate safe, automated lifting by the collection trucks.
The Blue Barrel: Acceptable Dry Recyclables
Sustainability is a major focus for the city, and your blue container is strictly for clean, dry, and unbagged recyclables. Feel free to toss in your cardboard boxes, clean mail, glass bottles, tin cans, and rigid plastic jugs. A major point of emphasis from Burrtec is to never trap your recyclable items inside plastic grocery bags. The sorting facility machinery easily jams when plastic film enters the system, which can halt entire recycling operations and increase local processing costs.
Meeting SB 1383 Standards with the Green Barrel
Rancho Cucamonga adheres to California’s strict SB 1383 organics recycling laws. This mandate means your green barrel is no longer just for lawn clippings and tree branches. You must also deposit your kitchen food scraps, including vegetable peels, coffee grounds, eggshells, and even leftover meats directly into this bin. By diverting these organic materials away from the landfill, the community helps reduce methane gas generation and produces valuable compost for regional agricultural projects.
Discarding Large Household Items
Upgrading your furniture or appliances? Do not leave oversized items sitting randomly on the sidewalk. Single-family residents serviced by Burrtec are eligible for up to four complimentary bulky item collections annually. Each scheduled appointment permits you to dispose of up to five large objects, such as sofas, water heaters, or mattresses. To book a date for this special service, simply dial Burrtec customer support directly at (909) 987-3717 ahead of your normal collection day.
Safe Handling of E-Waste and Hazardous Materials
Standard curbside barrels are not equipped to handle toxic or electronic waste. Items like old smartphones, televisions, motor oil, pesticides, and alkaline batteries pose a severe fire and environmental hazard. Fortunately, Rancho Cucamonga residents can utilize the San Bernardino County Household Hazardous Waste collection facilities. Taking these dangerous materials to the official drop-off site guarantees they are neutralized or recycled safely without threatening the local groundwater.
How Holidays Impact Your Schedule
Burrtec observes several key holidays, including New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. If one of these specific holidays lands on a standard weekday, all subsequent residential pickups will be postponed by exactly 24 hours. For instance, if Thanksgiving falls on a Thursday, Thursday routes shift to Friday, and Friday routes slide to Saturday. Regular scheduling always resumes the following week.
Drop-off Facilities
Rancho Cucamonga Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Facility
8794 Lion Street, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I recycle food waste in Rancho Cucamonga?
To comply with SB 1383, Rancho Cucamonga residents must place all food waste and food-soiled paper inside a sealed plastic bag (such as a grocery or bread bag) before tossing it into the green waste container. This unique bagging rule prevents odors while adhering to local processing requirements.
How many free bulky item pickups do Rancho Cucamonga residents get?
Single-family residential customers serviced by Burrtec receive up to four free bulky item collections every calendar year. You must call Burrtec customer service at (909) 987-3717 at least 24 hours in advance of your regular trash day to schedule the truck.
Where can I dispose of used motor oil and old paint?
You can drop off toxic household chemicals, e-waste, and paint at the Rancho Cucamonga Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Facility at 8794 Lion Street. It is open to residents exclusively on Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Noon).
What should I do with my medical syringes and needles?
The city offers a free Home-Generated Sharps Program. Do not put needles in your trash. Instead, you can pick up a free sharps-approved container at any Rancho Cucamonga fire station on weekdays, and exchange it for a new one once it is three-quarters full.