TRASH NEWS & EVENTS

Community Cleanups

Biggest Little Fall Refresh Cleaning

Hello Neighbors!

Join the City of Reno and community volunteers for the Biggest Little Fall Refresh Cleaning in your neighborhood! These free events are open to all Reno residents. Be sure to check the dates and list of accepted items for each location below.

Important: Only residential bulky waste will be accepted this Fall.

The event will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., or until the Waste Management container bins are full, whichever comes first.
Once bins are full, no additional items will be accepted.

We will NOT have electronic or hazardous waste disposal collection on the following dates:

Ward 4 – Saturday, September 19, 2026, 9 AM – 12 PM at O’Brien Middle School 5000 Silver Lake Rd, Reno, NV 89506 (Entrance on Silver Lake Rd).
Ward 2 – Saturday, October 10, 2026, 9 AM – 12 PM at Reno High School 395 Booth St, Reno, NV 89509 (Entrance on Foster Dr).
Ward 6 – Saturday, October 17, 2026, 9 AM – 12 PM at Brown Elementary School 13815 Spelling Ct, Reno, NV 89521 (Entrance on Spelling Ct).
Ward 3 – Saturday, October 24, 2026 9 AM – 12 PM at Wooster High School 1331 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502 (Entrance on Harvard Wy).
Ward 1 – Saturday, November 7, 2026, 9 AM – 12 PM at Trainer Middle School,1700 Carville Dr, Reno, NV 89512 (Entrance on Carville Dr).
Ward 5 – Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9 AM – 12 PM at Melton Elementary School 6575 Archimedes Ln, Reno, NV 89523 (Entrance on Archimedes Ln).

Please refer to the Waste Management website for a list of materials not allowed in the roll-off dumpsters at these events.

Items not accepted at these events:

For additional resources on where to properly dispose of hazardous waste, electronic waste, tires, and large appliances, please visit the KTMB Recycling Guide.

Hazardous and Electronic Waste Location

City Wide – Saturday, September 26, 2026, 9 a.m. and will end once the bins are full, at Reno High School 395 Booth St, Reno, NV 89509 (Entrance on Foster Dr). Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Only! Please note that no Waste Management container bins will be available on this date. Only electronic waste and hazardous waste will be accepted for disposal on September 26.

Items accepted only on September 26, will be limited to no more than half of a standard pickup truck bed per household for hazardous and e-waste items.

Household Hazardous waste (i.e. paints, pesticides, florescence lights, large batteries, cleaning chemicals) 
Electronic waste (i.e. TV’s any size, microwaves, computers, cell phones, and electronic home appliances)
Large appliance (i.e. Refrigerator, washer/dryer, 1 per household)
Tires (7 Tires per household)

Volunteer!

Join us in making Reno a cleaner, greener place! We’re looking for passionate volunteers to help with our Spring Community Cleanups, a fun and rewarding way to give back to our city. Whether you’re an individual, a family, or part of a group, your help is needed! We’ll provide all necessary supplies; you just bring your energy and community spirit. Let’s work together to keep Reno beautiful!

Use the link below to sign up today!
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Year-Round Residential Free Dump Passes

Waste Management (WM) customers in Reno and Sparks get 4 free standard pickup truck loads of bulky trash per year at local transfer stations and the Lockwood Landfill. You must present a current WM service bill and matching proof of residency.

If your residential WM account is current, you automatically qualify for four free dump runs annually.

How the Free Dump Pass Program Works

To use your free dump allowance:

Drive into the regular line at an approved facility.
Present a valid photo ID.
Bring a copy of your current utility bill that matches the name and address on the account.
Ensure your WM account is current before arrival.

Each pass covers one standard pickup truck load of residential waste at participating transfer stations or the landfill.

Approved Disposal Locations

Reno Transfer Station

1390 E. Commercial Row, Reno, NV 89512

Stead Transfer Station

13890 Mt. Anderson Road, Reno, NV 89506

Lockwood Landfill

2700 E. Mustang Road, Sparks, NV 89434
(Located east of Sparks off I-80)

Note: Additional fees may apply for certain items, including tires or appliances containing Freon.

Items Not Accepted Under the Free Dump Allowance

The following items are strictly prohibited for the free dump allowance and will be rejected or charged at gate rates:

Liquids & Auto Fluids: Oils, antifreeze, solvents, and general liquid waste.
Automotive Parts: Engines, transmissions, and tires (note: tires are strictly limited or prohibited depending on the specific event/facility rules).
Specific Appliances: Any appliance containing coolant or Freon (unless specially tagged as evacuated by a professional)

Additional Disposal Information

For proper disposal of prohibited materials, Reno residents may use the Lockwood Landfill or local transfer stations subject to standard disposal fees. Residents can also wait for seasonal Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection events.

Contact Waste Management customer service directly to confirm facility hours, accepted materials, and disposal guidelines before your visit.

Waste Management is proud to work with GrayMar Environmental to offer residential customers in Reno, Sparks, and Washoe County a safe, responsible, and free option for disposing of household hazardous waste.

How to Use the Service

Schedule an appointment directly with GrayMar Environmental at graymarenvironmental.com

Bring your voucher to your scheduled drop-off appointment. Vouchers are mailed with your WM bill in:

May: Sparks & Washoe County
July: Reno

Drop off eligible items safely and responsibly

Appointments are available only in July, August, and September 2026. Vouchers are valid exclusively during this timeframe. Standard disposal fees apply outside of voucher months.

Acceptable Items

Garden products: pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, and sprays
Paints and related products: spray paint, stains, varnish, thinners, removers, adhesives
Household cleaners: bleach, solvents, sprays, acid and caustic cleaners
Automotive products: old fuel, oil, filters, waxes, polishes, additives, and batteries
Propane tanks and fire extinguishers
Photo and pool chemicals
Fluorescent lamps and bulbs
Batteries
Sharps (must be in approved containers)

Unacceptable Items

Explosives or ammunition
Asbestos
Biohazardous waste (excluding approved sharps)
DEA-controlled substances
Radioactive waste
Compressed gas cylinders (other than propane, aerosols, and fire extinguishers)
Preserved or treated wood
Laboratory chemicals
Sewage

Latex paint can be tossed in the trash if you dry it out with kitty litter or a paint hardener product, sold at hardware stores. For additional special waste disposal options in our community, please check out the Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful Recycle Guide at KTMB.org/recycle.

Our Services

Junk Removal Services

RC Junk Removal LLC provides full-service junk removal for homes and businesses in Reno and Sparks, NV. We remove furniture, appliances, mattresses, yard debris, and general clutter quickly and safely, leaving your space clean and ready to use.

Demolition Cleanup

Our demolition cleanup services support remodels, renovations, and property updates throughout Reno and Sparks. We remove construction debris, wood, drywall, flooring, and leftover materials so your site is cleared and ready for the next phase.

Recycling and Donation Services

We prioritize responsible disposal by sorting items for recycling and donation whenever possible. Usable furniture and household goods are rehomed locally, and recyclable materials are separated to help reduce landfill waste in our community.