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In Tacoma, garbage and recycling are collected every other week, alternating with food/yard waste. To view your collection schedule, click “My Schedule” below.

Please note: this tool is for single-family homes and duplexes. If you live in a multifamily unit or have commercial business inquiries, please call (253) 502-2100 for assistance.

Visit the Setout Guideline page for information about how and when to set out your containers for timely pickup.

Holiday Collection Schedule

Tacoma Solid Waste Management does not pick up garbage, recycling or food/yard waste on:

  • New Year’s Day
  • Fourth of July
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day

If your garbage pickup day falls on or after one of these holidays, collection will be one day later during those holiday weeks. All other collection days are on their regular schedule.

Hours & Directions

Look up directions and facility hours for the Administration Lobby, Recycle Center, and Household Hazardous Waste Facility.

Hours & Directions

Contact

Tacoma Recovery and Transfer Center

3510 S. Mullen Street
Tacoma, WA 98409

Hours:
8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.