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How to Read Your First or Final WM Invoice

Contents

  • First Invoice
  • Final Invoice
  • Example Invoices

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Your first or final invoice with WM may include charges that are different from your regular billing cycle. This guide helps residential, commercial, and roll-off customers understand what to expect.

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First Invoice

Your first invoice may look different if your service started in the middle of a billing cycle. Here’s what you might see in the "Details of Service" section:

  • Prorated charges: Partial charges based on your start date.

  • One-time fees: For things like container delivery or account setup.

  • Standard Surcharges & Taxes: Energy, environmental, and applicable sales tax.

Example: If your service began on July 16, your invoice may show charges from July 16-31 plus full charges for August.

Final Invoice

Your final invoice may also vary if your service ended mid-cycle. Here’s what you might see in the "Details of Service" section:

  • Prorated Charges: For service up to your cancellation date.

  • Removal Fees: For carts or containers.

  • Credit/Adjustments: For any unused prepaid service (commercial customers only).

  • Final Surcharge & Taxes: Applicable fees and taxes.

Example: If your services ended on July 2, your invoice may include removal fees and prorated service charges.

Example Invoices

If you believe a charge on your first or final invoice is incorrect:

  • Click the "Request Help" below to submit a support request

  • Chat with a live agent directly from the support page

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Information in this article may be inapplicable to customers who receive service pursuant to a WM agreement with a municipality, association or other entity, or where applicable law requires differing terms of service.

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