Pickup Rules & Schedules: Citrus Heights vs Elk Grove
How do pickup rules & schedules rules compare between Citrus Heights, CA and Elk Grove, CA?
Citrus Heights and Elk Grove have similar restriction levels.
Citrus Heights, CA
Sacramento County
Republic Services is the exclusive residential solid waste, recycling, and organics hauler for Citrus Heights under a franchise agreement. Weekly curbside service includes trash (gray), recycling (blue), and organics/green waste (green) carts. Set carts out by 6:00 AM on collection day.
View full Citrus Heights rules →Elk Grove, CA
Sacramento County
Republic Services is the exclusive franchise hauler for Elk Grove residential trash, recycling, and organics collection. Weekly pickup is mandatory for all residences. Three-cart system: gray (trash), blue (recycling), green (organics/yard waste).
View full Elk Grove rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Citrus Heights | Elk Grove |
|---|---|---|
| Hauler | Republic Services (exclusive) | Republic Services (exclusive) |
| Carts | Gray, blue, green (3-cart) | - |
| Set-out Time | By 6:00 AM collection day | - |
| Service | Mandatory for occupied properties | Mandatory |
| Cart Sizes | 35, 65, or 95 gallons | - |
| Frequency | - | Weekly, 3 carts |
| Set-Out Time | - | By 6 AM |
| Cart Retrieval | - | Within 24 hours |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Citrus Heights FAQ
Can I opt out of trash service?
Generally no. Service is mandatory for occupied properties under Citrus Heights Municipal Code Chapter 50.
Can I use a different hauler?
No. Republic Services holds the exclusive residential franchise in Citrus Heights.
Elk Grove FAQ
Can I use a different trash hauler?
No. Republic Services has an exclusive franchise with the City. All residential customers must use Republic.
What day is my pickup?
Enter your address on the Republic Services Elk Grove page to find your weekly pickup day.
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