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Providence has partnered with WM to provide residential waste service that sets the standard for sustainable trash disposal and recycling.
WM observes the following standard holidays: New Year's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. For your local holiday schedule click here and enter your address. Check for holidays that may affect your service.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT
The initial cart rollout is complete. If you have missing carts or other issues, please report them to DPW for assistance.
Visit providenceri.gov/carts to learn how to ensure the swap goes smoothly.
Important Announcement
Residential Trash & Recycling
Your everyday choices matter, and we’ve made it easier for you to make a difference. Recycling at home now includes plastic and paper to-go cups. Recycle these materials and show that small steps lead to big change. See how else you can help your community thrive.
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Learn the truth behind three common recycling myths so you can help more materials find a second life.
Review local residential trash & recycling guidance before your next pickup or service request.
Service & Collection Information
The City of Providence provides a 64 gallon cart for weekly trash collection. To view your specific service day, please click here, enter your address and select "Verify”.
Container Setout Instructions
Place container on the street with wheels against the curb and arrows facing the curb by 5:30 a.m. on collection days and remove same day. Keep container at least three (3) feet from parked cars, mailboxes, and other obstacles that may prevent WM team members from picking it up.
How to Prepare Your Materials
All trash should be bagged. Do not overfill your container – the lid must close tightly.
Orange overflow bags must be purchased from the City or a participating retailer. Each bag has a weight limit of 50 pounds. More information on the overflow bag program, including purchasing options, can be found here.
Report a Missed Pickup
If your container was curbside by the specified time and not emptied, click here to report a missed pickup via the link that will appear under the "Next Pickup” section after 6 p.m. on your service day and will remain for 72 hours. Missed pickups cannot be scheduled if your container was not out or was blocked at the time of service.
If you do not see the "Report Missed Pickup for Prior Service” link, that means you are not eligible or are outside the specified time.
Questions? Unable to submit your request? Please scroll to the bottom of the page to live chat with an agent or request help.
Request an Additional Container
Additional containers are not available at this time.
Request a Container Repair or Replacement
For cart delivery, repairs and replacement, please contact the Department of Public Works. or find more information on the PVD311 website.
Set Up New Residential Service
For new service starts, please submit a request for help by clicking here. Select "Continue as Guest,” enter your address, and follow the prompts to submit a request.
What Belongs in Your Trash Container
Acceptable items include standard household trash like food waste, chip bags, paper towels, plastic bags, and textiles (donate if lightly used).
Non-acceptable items include construction waste, auto parts, tires, household hazardous waste (paint, oil, household cleaners), medical or electronic waste.
