Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Yucaipa
Trash Day
Collection runs Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday across Yucaipa, depending on your street address and route.
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 (or placed out the evening before)
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Standard residential trash, recycling, and green waste fees are collected annually on your San Bernardino County property tax bill under Tax Roll Billing.
Billing Cycle
Annual (Included in Property Taxes)
Accepted Methods
Property Tax Bill, Online, Phone, Mail
Pro Tip / Discount
Free pull-out service is available for elderly or disabled residents who are unable to bring carts to the curb. Additionally, low-volume waste generators can opt for a smaller 15-gallon barrel for a lower rate.
Black or Tan Bin (Trash)
All non-recyclable and non-hazardous waste must fit inside the cart with the lid closed. Place barrels curbside by 6:00 a.m. on collection day, with handles facing the house and spaced one foot apart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Diapers and pet waste
- ✓Sanitary wipes (do not flush)
- ✓Styrofoam and plastic wrap
- ✓Broken ceramics and mirrors
- ✓Hoses and plastic toys
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Items must be rinsed out and tossed loosely into the blue barrel. Never bag your recyclables, as bags tangle the sorting equipment.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard and paper
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Plastics #1 through #7 (empty)
- ✓Junk mail and catalogs
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags or film wrap
- ✕Food-soiled paper or pizza boxes
- ✕Bubble wrap
- ✕Electronic waste
Yard Waste Bin
Yard trimmings must remain loose. However, all food waste and food-soiled paper must be enclosed in a tied bag (plastic or paper) before being placed in the green cart alongside the yard waste.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and weeds
- ✓Leaves and small unpainted wood branches
- ✓Bagged food scraps (meat, bones, dairy, bread)
- ✓Bagged food-soiled paper
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
4 free pick-ups per calendar year.
Placement
Place approved items at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your scheduled pickup day. Ensure they are clear of vehicles and mailboxes.
Accepted
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Furniture (couches, desks, chairs)
- ✓ Large appliances (doors and hinges must be removed)
- ✓ Electronic waste (televisions, computer monitors)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Household hazardous waste (paint, oil, cleaners)
- ✕ Explosives or radioactive materials
- ✕ Car batteries and tires
- ✕ Construction demolition debris
The program is free for residential accounts as long as you do not exceed the four requests or five-item limits per year.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday, collection services will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Green waste and recycling carts follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard trash.
If a holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there is no service interruption and your regular pickup schedule remains unchanged.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - JanuaryBeginning December 26th and continuing for approximately two weeks, Burrtec provides free curbside Christmas tree collection. Trees taller than 6 feet must be cut in half, and flocked trees will be collected as trash rather than compost.
Spring
March - MayFor major spring cleaning or home renovation projects, residents who need more capacity than the 4 free bulky pickups can contact Burrtec to rent a temporary 3-cubic-yard rent-a-bin for a nominal fee.
Autumn
September - NovemberDuring heavy fall trimming, if you have extra yard waste that won't fit in the green cart, you may tie it into bundles. Bundles must not exceed 4 feet in length, 2 feet in diameter, and 65 pounds.
Local Tips & Community Info
Overview of Yucaipa's Trash Collection Services
In the City of Yucaipa, residential solid waste and recycling collection is managed through an exclusive franchise agreement with Yucaipa Disposal, a division of Burrtec Waste Industries. This service is mandatory for all single-family homes, and the standard fees are conveniently billed directly on your annual property tax statement. For those looking to save money, low-volume generators can opt for a smaller 15-gallon trash barrel, which reduces both solid waste and recycling charges. Carts must be placed at the curb no later than 6:00 a.m. on your designated collection day to ensure you do not miss the automated trucks.
The Three-Barrel Color System Explained
Yucaipa utilizes a simple color-coded cart system to separate waste. Your Tan or Black barrel is strictly for regular household garbage. The Blue barrel is reserved for clean recyclables, such as cardboard, paper, glass bottles, aluminum cans, and plastics numbered 1 through 7. The Green barrel is for green waste like grass clippings and leaves. Residents are strictly reminded never to put trash into the blue or green carts, and absolutely no plastic or paper bags should be placed in the green yard waste barrel. Hazardous materials, batteries, and electronics are banned from all three residential bins.
Guidelines for Bulky Item Disposal
Getting rid of large furniture or appliances is straightforward with Yucaipa Disposal. The city offers curbside bulky item pickups, typically scheduled during the second week of February, May, August, and November. Residents are allowed up to four bulky item collections per calendar year, with a strict limit of five items per pickup. Acceptable items include mattresses, couches, computer monitors, televisions, and large appliances. For safety reasons, you must remove the doors or hinges from refrigerators and large appliances before placing them at the curb.
Yard Waste and Bundling Rules
Maintaining your property in Yucaipa means dealing with seasonal yard trimmings. All standard green waste should fit loosely inside your green cart. If you have extra branches or brush that will not fit, you are allowed to tie them into bundles. However, these bundles cannot exceed four feet in length, two feet in diameter, and must weigh less than 65 pounds. Additionally, residents can use standard 32-gallon customer-owned containers for extra green waste, provided they do not contain regular trash or dirt.
Cart Placement Instructions for Automated Trucks
Because Yucaipa Disposal uses automated collection vehicles, proper spacing at the curb is essential. Place your barrels in the street near the corner of your driveway with the handles facing your house. There must be a minimum of three feet of clearance from any obstruction, including parked cars, mailboxes, fences, and power poles. Furthermore, leave at least one foot of space between each barrel. Carts blocked by vehicles will not be serviced, and residents are asked to promptly bring their empty barrels back onto their property as a courtesy to neighbors.
Holiday Delays and Special Services
Trash pickup is delayed by one day if your normal service day falls on or after a major holiday. Burrtec recognizes New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. If a holiday lands on a weekend, your weekday schedule remains unchanged. Additionally, Yucaipa Disposal offers a free pull-out service for elderly and disabled residents who cannot physically move their carts to the curb. Other residents may also subscribe to this convenient backyard service for a small additional monthly fee.
Drop-off Facilities
Redlands City Yard HHW Collection Center
1270 W. Park Ave (Enter from Kansas St), Redlands, CA 92373
Materials Accepted
San Bernardino Int'l Airport HHW Collection Center
2824 W Street, Bldg. 302, San Bernardino, CA 92408
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How is my trash service billed in Yucaipa?
For single-family residential accounts, standard refuse, recycling, and green waste services are billed directly on your annual property tax roll. You will not receive a separate monthly invoice from Burrtec unless you order extra services or bins.
What are the rules for recycling food waste in Yucaipa?
To comply with SB 1383, you must put food scraps (like meat, bones, and vegetables) in your green organics barrel. However, Burrtec uniquely requires that all food waste be securely tied in a plastic or paper bag before throwing it in the green cart, while yard trimmings should stay loose.
How do I dispose of old TVs and appliances?
Burrtec offers four free bulky item pickups per calendar year (typically scheduled in February, May, August, and November). You can place up to five items out, including appliances and e-waste, but you must call customer service in advance at (909) 797-9125 to schedule the pickup.
What if I can't wheel my cart to the curb due to a disability?
Burrtec provides a free 'Pull-Out Service' for elderly or disabled residents in Yucaipa. Once approved, Burrtec staff will come onto your property to retrieve and empty your barrels at no extra cost to ensure accessible service.