Free HHW and e-waste pickup services are available for persons of age 60 or older and persons with disabilities through the West Contra Costa County HHW mobile collection program (Informacion sobre la recogida movil). Call 1-888-412-9277 for an appointment and eligibility details.
Expired medications such as pills, syrups, and inhalers, and sharps such as needles, syringes, and lancets can also be disposed of for free at the HHW Facility. Call 1-888-412-9277 to receive a free sharps container in the mail. Visit the Republic Services Residential and Commercial Recycling Guide for drop-off locations and more information.
Call Republic Services at (510) 262-7100 for a free oil change kit and to schedule a pick-up. Set out a full oil jug and filter bag in view of or near the curb on your scheduled oil collection day.
View a list of local companies that accept used motor oil for recycling.
In addition to the regular garbage and recycling services that Richmond businesses receive, businesses may rent a drop box (10-40 yard with 2-6 ton capacity) from Republic Services. Drop boxes for separated green waste, wood, cardboard, and metal (20-40 yard) are available from Republic Services for a reduced charge. Contact Republic Services at (510) 262-7100 to order a drop box or for more information. View commercial rates for drop boxes.
Call Richmond Sanitary Service (Republic Services) at (510) 262-1610.
Call Richmond Sanitary Service (Republic Services) at (510)262-1610.
Pick up a food scrap pail at City Hall - 450 Civic Center Plaza. Mon-Fri. 9-5. Bring proof of residence in Richmond. Call (510) 620-6512 to learn more.
Take items to the Household Hazardous Waste Facility at 101 Pittsburg Avenue in Richmond. Open Wed-Sat from 9am-4pm. Visit www.RecycleMore.com to learn more, or call 1 (888) 412-9277.
Call Richmond Sanitary Service (Republic Services) at (510) 262-7100 to start green cart services at your home.
Free HHW and e-waste pickup services are available for persons age 60 or older and persons with disabilities through the West Contra Costa County HHW mobile collection program (Informacion sobre la recogida movil). Call 1-888-412-9277 for an appointment and eligibility details.
Call Richmond Sanitary Service (Republic Services) at (510) 262-1655 for a free oil change kit or to schedule a pickup. You may also set out a full oil jug and filter bag in view of or near the curb on your scheduled oil collection day.
Disposing of batteries in the garbage is illegal. Residents may drop off household batteries for recycling at the City of Richmond Fire Stations and at several other locations in addition to the HHW Facility. List of RecycleMore HHW Facilities.