Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Battle Ground
Trash Day
Trash collection runs Monday through Friday depending on your neighborhood. Enter your address into the Waste Connections Northwest schedule tool to find your specific pickup day.
Recycling
Recycling is collected every other week on the same weekday as your trash collection.
Yard Waste
Yard debris collection is available as an optional subscription service and is collected every other week.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
City utility statements cover municipal water, sewer, and stormwater services; residential garbage and recycling services are billed directly through Waste Connections of Washington.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (Direct-Pay), Bank Bill Pay, Phone, Mail, Drop Box, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Qualifying low-income seniors aged 62 and older can receive a 25% discount on their city utility bills through the Low-Income Senior Utility Discount Program.
Gray or Black Bin (Trash)
All trash must fit inside the cart with the lid completely closed. Place carts at the curb by 5:00 a.m. on your designated collection day, keeping them spaced at least 3 feet apart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Plastic bags, shrink wrap, and film
- ✓Block foam and Styrofoam packaging
- ✓Pet waste and diapers (double-bagged)
- ✓Shredded paper (bagged)
Blue Cart (Mixed) & Small Tote (Glass) Bin (Recycling)
Mixed recyclables must be clean, dry, and placed loosely in the blue cart without plastic bags. Place your separate glass container directly next to the blue cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean, flattened cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Newspaper, mail, and office paper
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
- ✓Aluminum, tin, and steel cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (in separate glass tote ONLY)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass inside the main blue cart
- ✕Plastic bags and film wrappers
- ✕Food-soiled paper or grease-stained cardboard
- ✕Styrofoam blocks or peanuts
- ✕Batteries loose inside the cart
Yard Waste Bin
Optional subscription service. Dirt, rocks, sod, food scraps, and conventional plastic bags are strictly prohibited from the green organics cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Weeds and plant trimmings
- ✓Small branches and brush (under 4 inches thick)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On-call basis; scheduling and fees apply.
Placement
Do not place bulky items at the curb without scheduling in advance. Set approved items out by 5:00 a.m. on your designated pickup day, ensuring they do not block standard automated carts.
Accepted
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Couches and large living room furniture
- ✓ Major household appliances
- ✓ Large boxed home debris
Not Accepted
- ✕ Household hazardous waste and chemicals
- ✕ Liquid paint and solvents
- ✕ Automotive parts and tires
- ✕ Loose construction or demolition debris
Fees vary based on the item type and size. Alternatively, residents can self-haul bulk waste to the Central Transfer and Recycling Center in nearby Vancouver.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your scheduled collection day falls on or after an observed holiday, your pickup will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Recycling and yard debris collections follow the exact same one-day holiday shift as standard garbage service.
Waste Connections operates on a completely normal schedule for summer holidays including Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the 4th of July, and Labor Day.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December to FebruarySubfreezing temperatures and severe Pacific Northwest ice or snow can make Battle Ground's residential streets treacherous for heavy trucks. Check the RecycleRight app for real-time service updates if weather delays occur.
Autumn
October to NovemberDuring peak leaf fall, ensure your yard debris cart does not exceed weight restrictions. Extra yard waste can be placed next to the cart inside approved compostable paper yard bags for a small fee.
Summer
July to AugustDuring extreme heatwaves, Waste Connections frequently shifts collection schedules to start earlier in the morning. It is strongly recommended to place your bins at the curb the night before your scheduled collection day.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Your Scrap Metal into Cash in the Battle Ground Area
Got some old bikes, appliances, or metal scraps gathering dust? Instead of letting them become landfill fodder, consider taking them to a local scrap yard. While I couldn't find a specific buyback center *right* in Battle Ground, Vancouver, just a short drive away, has places like Pacific Steel & Recycling. They often pay for aluminum, copper, steel, and other metals. It's a great way to clear out clutter and pocket a little extra cash. Always give them a quick call first to see what they're buying and their current prices!
Giving Your Gently Used Stuff a New Life in Battle Ground
Before you toss usable items, think about donating them! For folks in Battle Ground, the Vancouver area offers some fantastic options. You'll find places like the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Vancouver, which accepts furniture, home goods, and building materials. Local thrift stores are also always on the lookout for clothing, books, and housewares. Donating not only helps others in your community but also keeps perfectly good items out of the landfill. Check their websites for accepted items and drop-off hours.
Keeping Battle Ground Clean: Tackling Illegal Dumping and Special Cleanups
Let's all pitch in to keep Battle Ground beautiful! While I didn't find info on specific upcoming community clean-up days right now, keep an eye on the City of Battle Ground's official website or local community boards for announcements. If you see illegal dumping happening, it’s important to report it to the city or Clark County. They have systems in place to deal with it. Sometimes, there are also special collection events for things like hazardous waste or electronics – these are perfect opportunities to get rid of tricky items responsibly and keep our town looking its best.
Drop-off Facilities
Central Transfer and Recycling Center
11034 NE 117th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98662
Materials Accepted
North County Transfer Station
24411 NE 19th Ave, Ridgefield, WA 98642
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides garbage and recycling collection in Battle Ground, WA?
Residential waste services in Battle Ground are managed exclusively by Waste Connections of Washington. You must contact them directly to set up your account, report missed pickups, or request new carts.
Where should I put my glass bottles for recycling?
Glass is strictly banned from the main blue recycling cart to prevent paper contamination. You must place your clean glass bottles and jars into the separate, small plastic glass tote provided by Waste Connections and set it next to your blue bin.
How do I find my current trash and recycling schedule?
Waste Connections has transitioned to digital-first calendars. You can view your customized collection schedule, print a PDF calendar, or sync reminders to your phone by entering your address into the RecycleRight web tool or mobile app.
How can I dispose of old appliances or large furniture?
Because there is no free city-wide bulk pickup, you must call Waste Connections to schedule and pay for an on-demand curbside bulky item collection, or self-haul the items directly to the Central Transfer and Recycling Center in Vancouver.