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Organics, Recycling & Trash Pickup

At WM, we're proud to take care of our Nevada County neighbors — and our planet — with residential trash pickup, organics and recycling services.

Nevada County, CA Home Trash Service

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Set Up Your Service

The city has chosen WM to provide waste pickup, but you'll need your own WM profile for service and billing. Enter your address and we'll help you get set up.

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Residential Pickup Schedules

For regular service and holidays

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Service Guides & Instructions

Service & Collection Information
Container Setout Instructions
How to Prepare Your Materials
What Belongs in Your Container
Set Up New Residential Service
Report a Missed Pickup
Request an Additional Container
Request a Container Repair or Replacement

Helpful Resources

These documents contain important information related to your WM services. We recommend you print or download them for quick reference.

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Senior Discount - Application Form

Download the file to learn how to apply for a senior discount on collection services.
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Low-Income - Application Form

Download the file to learn how to apply for a low-income discount on collection services.
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Residential Service Rates (2025)

Learn about the new residential service rates that will be effective in January 2025.
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DOCUMENT

Service Calendar - 2025 (Even Weeks)

Stay organized and informed: download the Nevada County collection calendar and service guide for collection on even weeks.
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DOCUMENT

Service Calendar - 2025 (Odd Weeks)

Download the service calendar for collection provided on odd weeks.
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Nevada County - Spring Newsletter 2025

Find the latest updates about food waste collection. Plus, discover why raw meat should never go in you organics cart.
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Food Waste Collection: Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about the upcoming food waste service and how it will affect residents and businesses in Nevada County.
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DOCUMENT

Contamination & Overages

Discover how the contamination and overages monitoring program works and the steps you can take to prevent incurring charges.
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DOCUMENT

BAG TAG 101

Discover how to properly use the bonus trash pickup service.
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DOCUMENT

McCourtney Road Transfer Station

Download this guide to find rates, acceptable materials, and additional information about MRST renovation project.
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