Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Yorba Linda
Trash Day
Collection runs Monday through Friday; your specific weekly pickup day is determined by your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
Collected weekly on the same day as trash.
Yard Waste
Collected weekly on the same day as trash.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash, recycling, and organic waste collection in Yorba Linda is contracted through Republic Services, who handles billing and customer service directly.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Mail, Phone
Black (or Gray with Black Lid) Bin (Trash)
All non-recyclable and non-compostable landfill garbage must fit inside the cart with the lid fully closed. Hazardous waste is strictly prohibited.
Accepted Items
- ✓Diapers and sanitary products
- ✓Ceramics, glassware, and mirrors
- ✓Plastic bags, wrap, and film
- ✓Styrofoam (polystyrene foam)
- ✓Animal waste and kitty litter
Green (or Gray with Blue Lid) Bin (Recycling)
All containers must be completely empty, clean, and dry. Do not bag recyclables; place items loosely inside the cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean paper and mail
- ✓Flattened cardboard boxes
- ✓Plastics #1-#7 (bottles, jugs, tubs)
- ✓Aluminum, tin, and steel cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Food-soiled paper (pizza boxes)
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Yard waste
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, wires)
Brown (or Gray with Green Lid) Bin (Yard Waste)
Do not use standard plastic bags. You may bag food waste in paper bags or certified compostable bags. Keep free of dirt, rocks, and hazardous materials.
Accepted Items
- ✓Yard trimmings, leaves, and weeds
- ✓Food scraps (meat, bones, dairy, produce)
- ✓Food-soiled paper (pizza boxes, napkins)
- ✓Coffee grounds and filters
- ✓Uncoated wood
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Three free curbside bulky item pickups per calendar year for single-family residences.
Placement
Place your approved bulky items at the curb or next to your garage (where you normally place your carts) by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled pickup day. Ensure items do not block sidewalks.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, chairs, tables)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Major appliances (washers, dryers, refrigerators)
- ✓ Electronic waste (TVs, computers)
- ✓ Bundled wood or green waste
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste (paint, motor oil, chemicals)
- ✕ Tires and auto parts
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris (concrete, dirt)
- ✕ Lithium-ion batteries
The three annual pickups (up to 10 items each) are completely free. If you exceed this limit or have unacceptable construction debris, you must rent a temporary dumpster or pay an additional fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a major holiday falls on or before your regular collection day, your trash pickup will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week, with Friday service occurring on Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
The standard one-day holiday delay applies equally to the trash, recycling, and organics carts.
For all other holidays not listed (such as Veterans Day or Martin Luther King Jr. Day), collection will continue on your normally scheduled day.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
Late December through JanuaryFollowing the Christmas holiday, Republic Services typically provides curbside holiday tree recycling for several weeks. Trees must be completely stripped of ornaments, tinsel, lights, and stands. Flocked trees or trees taller than 6 feet must be cut in half before placement.
Year-Round
January through DecemberIf you need excess compost or mulch for your garden, the Olinda Alpha Landfill in nearby Brea (1942 N. Valencia Avenue) offers a Valencia Greenery program where Orange County residents can pick up bulk compost Monday through Saturday.
Local Tips & Community Info
Republic Services Operations and Cart Directives
Republic Services holds the exclusive franchise agreement for managing residential refuse across Yorba Linda neighborhoods. Standard operations utilize an automated three-cart system, and trucks begin their routes early in the morning. Homeowners are instructed to deploy their bins at the curb no later than 7:00 a.m. on their specific collection weekday. When positioning the carts, ensure the handles face your property and the lid opens toward the street. The automated mechanical arms require at least a two-foot gap between each container, as well as clearance from parked automobiles and fire hydrants. City ordinances dictate that all containers must be moved out of public view by 8:00 p.m. on the day of service.
Navigating SB 1383 Organics Mandates
Complying with California's organics recycling laws is a daily reality for Yorba Linda households. The green cart is designated for all yard trimmings, leaves, and organic food scraps, including meat bones, fruit peels, and coffee grounds. Keeping these materials out of the landfill significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions. Conversely, the blue cart is exclusively for loose, clean recyclables like flattened cardboard boxes, glass jars, and rigid plastic jugs. A major rule enforced by Republic Services is the strict prohibition of plastic bags in the recycling container; bagged recyclables are treated as trash and can trigger contamination warnings.
Generous Bulky Waste Allowances
Tackling a garage cleanout or replacing old furniture is highly convenient for local ratepayers. Republic Services provides Yorba Linda residents with up to three complimentary bulky item collections every calendar year. Remarkably, each scheduled pickup allows for the removal of up to ten individual items, making it one of the most generous municipal waste provisions in Orange County. Eligible items include mattresses, couches, washing machines, and electronic waste like old televisions. To secure a pickup date, residents must contact Republic Services customer care at least 48 hours prior to their standard trash day. Hazardous materials like motor oil and pool chemicals are strictly excluded.
Holiday Schedule Disruptions
The refuse collection calendar experiences predictable shifts during six major national holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. If any of these recognized dates lands on a Monday through Friday, all subsequent collections for that particular week are bumped back by exactly 24 hours. For instance, a Thursday holiday pushes Thursday service to Friday, and Friday service to Saturday. If a holiday falls on a weekend, the standard Monday-through-Friday route continues without any interruptions or delays.
Drop-off Facilities
Olinda Alpha Landfill & Valencia Greenery
1942 N. Valencia Avenue, Brea, CA 92823
Materials Accepted
Anaheim Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
1071 N. Blue Gum Street, Anaheim, CA 92806
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I safely dispose of old paint and household cleaners in Yorba Linda?
Hazardous materials like paint, motor oil, pesticides, and household cleaners can never go in your curbside carts. Yorba Linda residents can safely dispose of these toxic items for free at the Anaheim Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center, located nearby at 1071 N. Blue Gum Street.
Can I put a greasy pizza box in my recycling cart?
No. Food-soiled cardboard ruins the paper recycling process. However, because Yorba Linda participates in an SB 1383-compliant organics program, you can and should place greasy pizza boxes directly into your brown organics cart!
What should I do if my Republic Services cart is broken or stolen?
If your black, green, or brown cart has a cracked body, a broken wheel, or a missing lid, you can easily request a free cart replacement or repair by contacting Republic Services customer support directly at 1-800-700-8610.
Does Republic Services pick up trash on Thanksgiving?
No, Republic Services observes Thanksgiving Day. If your regular trash collection falls on a Thursday, it will be delayed to Friday. If your normal day is Friday, your carts will be serviced on Saturday.