Curbside GuideHow to get rid of yard waste, leaves and brush in Berkeley, CA
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Use your compost cart weekly, or buy City pre-paid plant-debris bags for extras and set them beside the cart on collection day.
- Curbside Yes
- Prep Only City pre-paid bags are col…
- Cost / limits Weekly organics service; buy ba…
- Appointment Call (510) 981-7270 to schedule…
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- Curbside
- Yes. Plant debris goes in your compost cart weekly. Extra plant debris can use City pre-paid plant-debris bags ($3 each / $15 for five) beside your cart on the normal day.
- How to prepare
- Only City pre-paid bags are collected for extras. Bags set out on a non-regular day add a $20.87 fee.
- Cost / limits
- Weekly organics service; buy bags at Customer Service Center, Transfer Station or Ecology Center EcoStore.
- Appointment
- Call (510) 981-7270 to schedule pickup of 1–10 pre-paid bags outside your normal day.
- Drop-off
- Berkeley Transfer Station accepts materials for a fee when hauling yourself.
- Tip
- Bulky waste pickup is separate and does not replace weekly organics.
Official source: berkeleyca.gov
Helpful supplies
- Paper yard waste bags — Many cities require paper bags rather than plastic for yard waste pickup.
- Twine — Used to bundle branches when your city asks for tied bundles.
General tips from official sources
- Leaves, grass clippings and yard trim can be composted at home instead of thrown out. (www.epa.gov)
- Your city or a community program may collect yard waste or have a drop-off site. (www.epa.gov)
FAQ
How do I get rid of yard waste in Berkeley?
Use your compost cart weekly, or buy City pre-paid plant-debris bags for extras and set them beside the cart on collection day.
Is there curbside pickup for yard waste, leaves and brush in Berkeley?
Yes. Plant debris goes in your compost cart weekly. Extra plant debris can use City pre-paid plant-debris bags ($3 each / $15 for five) beside your cart on the normal day.
How much does it cost, and are there limits?
Weekly organics service; buy bags at Customer Service Center, Transfer Station or Ecology Center EcoStore.
Do I need an appointment in Berkeley?
Call (510) 981-7270 to schedule pickup of 1–10 pre-paid bags outside your normal day.
Where can I drop off yard waste, leaves and brush in Berkeley?
Berkeley Transfer Station accepts materials for a fee when hauling yourself.
Any other tips for getting rid of yard waste, leaves and brush in Berkeley?
Bulky waste pickup is separate and does not replace weekly organics.