Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Pullman
Trash Day
Trash is collected on scheduled weekdays (Tuesday through Friday) depending on your neighborhood route.
Recycling
Recycling is collected every other week on the same day as regular garbage collection, following either the Red or Blue schedule.
Yard Waste
Bi-weekly on Mondays from March through November for enrolled subscription customers.
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash and recycling services in Pullman are handled and billed directly by Pullman Disposal Service rather than included on city water and sewer utility bills.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Mail, Phone, Drop Box
Gray Bin (Trash)
Place carts out by 7:00 a.m. Carts must be placed within 5 feet of the street (not on the sidewalk) and must have at least 3 feet of clearance on either side for the automated arm to grab them.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Glass bottles, jars, and mirrors
- ✓Styrofoam and block foam packaging
- ✓Plastic bags and un-numbered plastics
- ✓Pet waste and diapers
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables must be empty, clean, and placed loosely in the blue cart. Never put recyclables inside a plastic garbage bag.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean, flattened corrugated cardboard
- ✓Newspaper, printer paper, junk mail, and magazines
- ✓Aluminum, tin, and steel cans
- ✓Numbered plastics 1-7 (bottles, jugs, tubs)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass of any kind (strictly banned)
- ✕Styrofoam and foam packaging
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Pizza boxes and food-soiled paper
- ✕Plastic lids, caps, and straws
Yard Waste Bin
This is a separate, voluntary subscription service collected once every two weeks from March through November. Yard waste is NOT compost; do not include food scraps, dirt, or rocks.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Weeds and plant trimmings
- ✓Small branches and twigs
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Self-haul or rent a temporary dumpster.
Placement
Do not place bulky items at the curb without renting a temporary dumpster. Temporary dumpsters incur delivery fees, pick-up rates, and daily rental fees.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches and large furniture
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Appliances and scrap metal (at transfer station)
- ✓ Construction and demolition waste
Not Accepted
- ✕ E-waste like TVs and monitors (take to Pullman Disposal office)
- ✕ Household hazardous waste
- ✕ Liquid chemicals
The Whitman County Transfer Station charges a $15.00 minimum per load (up to 220 lbs). For temporary dumpster rental rates, call Pullman Disposal at 509-334-1914.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your normal collection day lands on one of these six observed holidays, your pickup will be delayed until the following business day.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and recycling collections follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as your standard garbage service.
Pullman Disposal operates on a completely normal schedule for all other holidays not listed here. Commercial garbage collections may also run on different holiday schedules than residential.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December to FebruaryThe customer is strictly responsible for snow removal around their carts. If snow is not cleared away and the truck cannot safely reach the containers, the cart may be left unemptied, or a special handling fee may be assessed on your bill.
Spring/Fall
April and OctoberWhitman County offers reduced rates at the Transfer Station to residents during their annual Spring and Fall Clean-Up weeks. Watch local news and listen to local radio stations for the exact dates each year.
Spring to Autumn
March to NovemberThe optional curbside yard waste collection program is strictly seasonal. Services run from March through November, with collections occurring once every two weeks.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turn Your Empty Bottles and Cans into Cash Right Here in Pullman!
Did you know Washington State has a program called "You Buy, We Buy" that lets you get money back for certain beverage containers? While Pullman itself might not have a dedicated buyback center right downtown, you can often find redemption centers in larger nearby towns. It's always worth checking with your local grocery stores to see if they participate in the bottle and can returns. A quick call to a store in a town like Spokane or Kennewick might point you in the right direction to cash in those recyclables and keep them out of the landfill!
Giving Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Pullman
Before you toss that perfectly good couch or those clothes you no longer wear, think about donating them! Pullman has a few great spots where your items can find a new home and help others. Check out places like the Whitman County Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Pullman. They are always looking for furniture, appliances, and building materials. Even if you don't have large items, many local churches and community organizations accept clothing, household goods, and books. It's a wonderful way to declutter your home and support local causes at the same time.
Keeping Pullman Beautiful: Tackling Bulk Trash and Dumpers
While Pullman has rules for regular trash and bulky item pick-ups, nobody likes seeing dumped garbage around town. If you ever spot illegal dumping, the best thing to do is report it. Typically, the City of Pullman Public Works department is who you'd want to contact. They can investigate and ensure it's cleaned up properly. Keeping an eye out and letting the right people know helps protect our beautiful community for everyone. Sometimes, local groups or the city might organize community clean-up days, so keep an ear out for those events too!
Drop-off Facilities
Whitman County Solid Waste Transfer Site & Landfill
252 Landfill Rd (Carothers Road), Pullman, WA 99163
Materials Accepted
Pullman Disposal Service Office (E-Waste Only)
135 NW Harold Drive, Pullman, WA 99163
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I put glass in my blue recycling bin in Pullman?
No! As of December 2017, glass of any kind is strictly banned from the curbside single-stream recycling program in Pullman. Glass shatters and ruins other recyclables. You must throw glass bottles and jars into your regular garbage container, or haul them to the glass collection point at the Whitman County Landfill.
Does my garbage get delayed for Thanksgiving or the 4th of July?
Yes. Pullman Disposal observes both Thanksgiving Day and Independence Day (the 4th of July). If your regular collection day falls on the holiday itself, your carts will be emptied on the following business day. Services for the rest of the week are not delayed.
How do I throw away an old computer or TV?
Whitman County bans electronic waste from the landfill. Do not put computers or TVs in your trash cart. You can recycle them for free under the E-Cycle Washington program by dropping them off at the Pullman Disposal Service office on NW Harold Drive between Monday and Thursday.
Where can I get rid of old paint or hazardous chemicals?
Household hazardous waste—such as chlorine bleach, antifreeze, pesticides, weed killer, and oil-based paints—cannot go in your curbside carts. The Whitman County Household Hazardous Waste Facility (located at the Transfer Station) accepts these materials completely free of charge.