We provide a number of collection services to Wauwatosa residents and have information on other recycling or collection opportunities in the region, including:

• Backyard collection
• Drop off center
• Fall leaf collection
• Free compost, mulch, and firewood
• Garbage, recycling, and yard waste carts
• Other collection, such as dead animals and household hazardous waste
• Refuse collection
• Recycling collection
• Special collection
• Yard material collection

Helpful Links

• 2019 Garbage and Recycling Guide and Schedule (.pdf)
• Interactive Refuse & Recycling Collection Map

Additional Garbage Carts

Additional garbage carts are available for purchase. You may also request an additional recycling cart free of charge. Garbage and Recycling Cart Request Form.

Contact Us

To request a variety of services including cart repair or replacement, to report a missed trash or recycling pickup, or to request more information, please contact the Department of Public Works Operations Division at (414) 471-8422 | Email

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