California note
Gardena trash service now runs through WM
WM handles Gardena waste hauling starting May 1, 2026, with separate contacts for household trash, hazardous waste, and construction or demolition debris.
Gardena changed its waste-hauler setup in 2026. For city trash service, the contact to check is WM, which became the new waste hauler on May 1, 2026.
The practical part is knowing which kind of material you are dealing with. Regular home or business trash is one lane. Household hazardous waste and e-waste are another lane, handled through the Los Angeles County clean-up contact.
Construction debris is the detail to catch early. WM is the authorized hauler for construction, demolition, and grading projects in the city. If a remodel, driveway job, tenant improvement, or cleanup project needs a bin, it is worth checking that before a contractor brings one out.
Keep the address, service type, and material type clear. “Old couch,” “paint and electronics,” “roof tear-off,” and “restaurant cardboard” may all sound like trash, but Gardena routes them differently. A quick sort up front can save a second call later.
Where to see it
Gardena Recycling and Trash page.
Official sources
Official pages
Reviewed July 5, 2026
Current rules, forms, fees, deadlines, maps, and office instructions.
Rules, forms, fees, deadlines, and office procedures can change. Check the current page before you file, pay, or rely on a date.
Connected places
Open the local directory
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