Commercial Organics Waiver
DownloadOrganics, Recycling & Trash Pickup
WM helps Palmdale take care of business with commercial waste services that set the standard for sustainability.
If a holiday falls on a weekday, collections for the rest of the week will be pushed back a day. For a Thursday holiday, service would be on Friday, and Friday service would be Saturday. For holidays on Saturday or Sunday, there are no delays.
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Container Information
WM provides a 96 Gallon, 1.5yd, 3yd or 6yd container.
Container Information
Previous: 35- or 96-gallon cart with blue body and blue lid.
Transitioning to*: 35- or 96-gallon cart with dark gray body and black lid.
*Per SB 1383 mandate
Service Frequency
From 1 to 6 times per week based on customer need.
Service Frequency
Weekly on service day.
Container Placement Instructions
All containers should be placed in locations that allow easy access and convenient use by customers and/or staff and are safely accessible to the hauler. Containers should be placed on a paved or hard and level surface whenever possible.
Container Setout Instructions
Place cart on the street with wheels against the curb by 6 a.m. on collection days and remove the same day. Keep cart at least four feet from parked cars, mailboxes and other obstacles that may prevent WM team members from picking it up.
Change Service
To change an existing service, use the service change option in My WM or call WM at 661-947-7197.
Special Instructions & Limitations
Don’t overfill your cart — the lid must close tightly. No overflow allowed.
Container Load Guidelines
Materials must fit inside a container with the lid shut for regular service.
Set Up New Residential Service
Sign up online at any time. Scroll up to the Set Up Your Service section to get started.
You can also call 661-947-7197 to set up service.
Acceptable & Non-Acceptable Items
Acceptable items include everyday trash like chip bags, paper towels, plastic bags, & textiles (donate if lightly used).
Non-acceptable items include construction/demolition waste, auto parts, tires, household hazardous waste (paint, oil, household cleaners), medical or electronic waste.
Request Container Repair or Replacement
You can request a container repair or replacement in My WM.
For more info, read: How do I connect with you to request a container repair?
Report a Missed Collection
You can report a missed pickup in My WM or call us at 661-947-7197.
Acceptable & Non-Acceptable Items
Acceptable items include household trash like chip bags, paper towels, plastic bags, & textiles (donate if lightly used).
Non-acceptable items include construction/demolition waste, auto parts, tires, household hazardous waste (paint, oil, household cleaners), medical or electronic waste.
Request Container Repair or Replacement
Submit a request in My WM or fill out a Container Repair Form.
Report a Missed Pickup
If containers were curbside by the specified time and were not emptied, you can report a missed pickup in My WM or call us at 661-947-7197.
Request an Additional Container
Contact WM at 661-947-7197.
Commercial Trash & Recycling
The city has chosen WM to provide waste pickup, but you'll need your own WM profile to ensure proper service and billing. Enter your address and we'll help you get set up.
At WM, we're proud to take care of our Palmdale neighbors — and our planet — with residential trash pickup, organics and recycling services.