Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Graham
Trash Day
Trash is collected weekly, Monday through Friday, with your specific pickup day assigned based on your neighborhood and service address.
Recycling
Recycling is collected every other week on your assigned trash pickup day.
Yard Waste
Yard and food waste is collected every other week on your designated service day for subscribed households.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Curbside collection in Graham is provided by Murrey's Disposal (Waste Connections). You can manage services, view pickup calendars, and set up automatic payments via their online MyAccount portal or mobile app.
Billing Cycle
Bi-Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail
Gray or Green Bin (Trash)
All trash must be securely bagged to prevent litter. Place the cart at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your collection day with the lid completely closed.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics and styrofoam
- ✓Pet waste and diapers (double-bagged)
- ✓Noxious weeds like blackberry bushes
- ✓Pizza boxes and paper plates
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables must be empty, clean, and dry. Place items loosely inside the blue cart without using any plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean, flattened cardboard
- ✓Paper, mail, and magazines
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass bottles and jars (strictly banned)
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Food waste and liquids
- ✕Styrofoam packing peanuts or blocks
- ✕Tanglers like cords and hoses
Yard Waste Bin
Do not use plastic bags. Banned items include dirt, rocks, noxious weeds, items labeled 'compostable', pizza boxes, and paper towels.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Plant trimmings and weeds
- ✓Meat, poultry, seafood, and bones
- ✓Fruits, vegetables, and eggshells
- ✓Coffee grounds and filters
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On-call basis; scheduling and fees apply.
Placement
Do not place bulky items at the curb without an appointment. Place approved items at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your designated pickup day, ensuring they do not block standard waste carts.
Accepted
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Major household appliances
- ✓ Couches and large furniture
- ✓ Large boxed debris
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste and liquid chemicals
- ✕ Loose land-clearing debris and stumps
- ✕ Lithium-ion batteries
- ✕ Tires
Fees vary based on the item's size, weight, and disposal requirements. Contact Murrey's Disposal at 253-414-0345 for a quote and to schedule.
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
Yard waste and recycling collections follow the exact same holiday shift as standard garbage service.
Murrey's Disposal operates normally on all other holidays, including Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the 4th of July, and Labor Day.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December to FebruarySevere Pacific Northwest winter storms, particularly ice on Graham's rural and steep roads, may prompt Murrey's Disposal to delay service for safety. If this occurs, leave your carts out; drivers will collect double the volume once roads thaw.
Spring
March to MayIf you are engaging in heavy spring landscaping or land clearing, be aware that stumps, roots, and branches larger than 4 inches in diameter cannot go in the curbside yard waste cart and must be hauled to the Hidden Valley Transfer Station.
Autumn
October to NovemberDuring peak leaf-drop season, ensure your green yard waste cart does not contain any hidden trash. Excess leaves cannot be placed in plastic bags; contact Murrey's Disposal regarding approved methods for extra seasonal organic waste.
Local Tips & Community Info
Get Paid to Recycle Those Cans and Bottles Around Graham!
While Graham itself might not have a dedicated buyback center right on the corner, Washington State has a great program! You know those cans and bottles with the '0.05' or '0.10' on them? You can cash those in. Look for redemption centers in nearby areas like Puyallup or Tacoma. Sometimes grocery stores will have machines for them too. It's a little extra pocket money and good for the planet!
Giving Your Unwanted Stuff a Second Life in Graham
Instead of tossing items that are still in decent shape, think about donating them! For folks in Graham, the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Puyallup is a fantastic option for furniture, appliances, and building materials. Also, check out local thrift shops in nearby Spanaway or Puyallup – they often happily accept clothing, household goods, and books. It helps out a neighbor and keeps good things out of the landfill.
Keeping Our Graham Neighborhood Spick and Span: Tackling Trash Troubles
If you ever spot dumped trash or illegal dumping in or around Graham, it's important to report it. Your best bet is to contact Pierce County Public Works. They handle these kinds of issues and have a system for cleanup. Keeping an eye out helps maintain our community's beauty and prevents environmental damage. They might also have information on special collection days for things like electronics or hazardous waste, so it's worth checking their site!
Drop-off Facilities
Hidden Valley Transfer Station (LRI)
17925 Meridian Street East, Puyallup, WA 98375
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who picks up my trash in Graham?
As an unincorporated community in Pierce County, Graham's residential solid waste is managed by franchised private haulers, predominantly Murrey's Disposal (a Waste Connections company). You must set up an account directly with them to begin service.
Why can't I put glass in my recycling bin?
Glass is banned from curbside recycling in Pierce County because it shatters during automated collection and sorting, which contaminates paper bales and wears out the machinery. You must self-haul glass to designated drop-off sites like the Hidden Valley Transfer Station.
Can I compost pizza boxes or 'compostable' plastics in my yard waste bin?
No. While Murrey's Disposal accepts food scraps like meat, dairy, and veggies in the yard waste cart, they explicitly ban pizza boxes, paper plates, paper towels, and items labeled 'compostable' (like bioplastic bags or cutlery).
What holidays delay garbage pickup in Graham?
Murrey's Disposal only delays collection for three major holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. If your pickup falls on or after these days, it will be delayed by one day. Service runs completely normally on all other holidays, including Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day.