How does WM collect bulk trash in Chicago?

When it comes to disposing of extra-large or bulky items that are too big or too heavy for your regular trash bin, WM has a number of locations for convenient bulk trash drop off in Chicago.

Where can I recycle batteries and electronics in Chicago?

WM's Recycle by Mail program, LampTracker®, makes it easy to recycle many household items like bulbs, batteries and electronics while keeping harmful materials like mercury out of the environment. From the box to the return shipping label, we provide you with everything you need.

Where can I drop off recycling in Chicago?

Recycling is a great way to help keep your home, your neighborhood, and even the world around you a little cleaner and safer. If you want WM to help you responsibly dispose of your recycling, we offer several convenient drop off locations in and around Chicago.

What can you recycle in Chicago?

Recycling in Chicago includes plastic bottles, cans, paper and cardboard. The key to recycling the right way is ensuring your items are clean and dry. Keeping contaminants like food and liquid out of your recycling helps ensure that everything in your bin finds a second life. For more tips on how to recycle properly and efficiently, visit WM's Recycling 101 guide.

I just purchased my first home or I'm new to the area. How does trash pickup service work in the city of Chicago?

Chicago trash pickup service varies by neighborhood. Some residents within the city limits receive weekly garbage and recycling collection services by the City of Chicago's Solid Waste Management Department. Whenever possible, we're happy to provide smart waste solutions for smaller communities such as homeowners associations and property management groups. If your new neighborhood offers a choice for your household trash and recycling service needs, we would love to be your partner when it comes to disposing of the waste everyday life creates.

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Trash & Recycling Services in the Chicago, Illinois Area

The Windy City is one of the most beautiful cities in America - and WM wants to keep it that way. As one of Illinois's largest trash and recycling service partners, we pride ourselves on providing environmental stewardship, excellent customer service, and offering the best trash and recycling services throughout Chicago’s numerous neighborhoods including Logan Square, Wicker Park, Rogers Park, and more. Whether you’re in the market for residential waste pickup, commercial trash collection or dumpster rental services, WM is the waste collection partner you need.

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I’ve been a customer for over 21 years. WM is reliable, driver is very friendly, and prices are very fair. Their service has been flawless!!!

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What are you looking for today? From single-family homes and small local businesses to the largest industrial facilities and commercial operations, WM offers options to make waste disposal simple, convenient and worry-free.

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Need a temporary dumpster rental in Chicago, IL? Waste Management offers easy pickup and delivery of different sizes in your local area.

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Waste Management helps your commercial business with waste, garbage, trash and recycling in Chicago, IL for offices, stores and more.

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Residential curbside waste and recycling pickup in Chicago, IL. Schedule your trash & garbage services with no contract at your convenience.

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WM | Chicago, Illinois

Need assistance? Our Chicago team is here to support you. To improve efficiency, we’re moving residential service tools online. Existing customers can access these tools in My WM. For new service, visit Residential Trash & Recycling Pickup. For commercial service or dumpster rental inquiries, please call the number below.

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FAQs for Chicago, IL

Chicago trash pickup service varies by neighborhood. Some residents within the city limits receive weekly garbage and recycling collection services by the City of Chicago's Solid Waste Management Department. Whenever possible, we're happy to provide smart waste solutions for smaller communities such as homeowners associations and property management groups. If your new neighborhood offers a choice for your household trash and recycling service needs, we would love to be your partner when it comes to disposing of the waste everyday life creates.

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