Fremont, CA Trash & Recycling: Pickup Rules & Schedules (2026)
Key Facts
- Hauler
- Republic Services
- Frequency
- Weekly
- Set-out time
- By 6:00 a.m.
- Cart clearance
- 3 feet each side
- Env. Services
- (510) 494-4570
Summary
Republic Services is the exclusive franchised hauler in Fremont and provides weekly curbside pickup of garbage, recycling, and organics. Carts must be placed curbside by 6:00 a.m. on the scheduled day.
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Full Breakdown
The City of Fremont contracts with Republic Services as its exclusive franchised waste hauler under the local solid waste franchise. Residents receive weekly curbside collection of gray garbage, blue recycling, and green organics/compost carts, with collection days varying by neighborhood. Carts must be set out at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on the scheduled service day, with lids closed and at least three feet of clearance on each side. Carts should be removed from the curb within 24 hours after collection. Missed pickups can be reported to Republic Services by the end of the next business day. Overloaded carts, hazardous waste, and extra loose bags outside the cart are not accepted. Commercial accounts have separate service agreements. For questions, contact Fremont Environmental Services at (510) 494-4570 or Republic Services customer service.
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