Refuse

Refuse / Recycling Collection Regulations

The City of Hanford provides segregated refuse, greenwaste/organic, and recyclable collection within the incorporated limits of the City and in designated county areas.

To sign up for Residential Collection Services, call the Finance Department at 559-585-2510.

To sign up for Commercial Collection Services, call the Refuse department directly at 559-585-2550 and speak with the Recycling Coordinator. They will work with you to develop an individualized refuse/recycle/organics program that will comply with State regulations.

Companies wishing to provide refuse/recycling services within the City of Hanford must obtain a Solid Waste Collection Permit (PDF).

Types of Collection Services

Weekly residential curbside collection service is provided using three, 96-gallon, wheeled automated collection containers.

  • The green container is only for the disposal of greenwaste and food waste
  • The blue container is only for recyclables
  • The black container is only for refuse

In an effort to better serve the community, the City of Hanford has modified the refuse collection schedule beginning September 14, 2020. With the schedule modification, the City's goal is to balance refuse routes and improve efficiency.

See the Refuse Collection Schedule Map (PDF) to determine your collection days.

Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)

Household Hazardous Waste, Electronic Waste (E-Waste), and Universal Waste (U-Waste) should be kept separate from other refuse and recyclables. HHW, E-Waste, and U-Waste items should be brought to certified collection centers. These items include:

  • Chemical or powder cleaners
  • Paint and solvents
  • Landscape care chemicals or fertilizers
  • Automotive parts or chemicals
  • Electronic devices (anything that turns on and off)
  • Batteries and fluorescent bulbs or tubes

For information on Kings Waste and Recycling Authority HHW collection policies see below:

Used motor oil and filters should be taken to any local auto parts store for recycling. Customers may be limited in the amount allowed.