Yard materials and household-project trash: City of Waukesha residents only, no contractors or landscapers; show a current photo ID with a City address (or a tax or utility bill). Recyclables: any Waukesha County resident. Residential vehicles only (up to a 26 ft U-Haul). Out-of-city landlords must call 262-524-3600 first. Not the county dump.
What it takes
“Accepted” means no extra item charge beyond the normal load fee. Check limits before loading.
Mattress
Call to confirmCouch / furniture
LimitedItem price: call to confirm
Tire
Not acceptedNo tires, concrete or shingles.
Appliance
Call to confirmFridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
Call to confirmPaint
Call to confirmHousehold hazardous waste
Call to confirmYard waste
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Brush and branches
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Construction debris
LimitedItem price: call to confirm
Concrete
Not acceptedScrap metal
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Household trash
LimitedOnly occasional household-project trash (drywall, carpet, lumber, sinks, toilets); no weekly garbage.
Item price: call to confirm
Recycling
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Fees & payment
| Charge | Price |
|---|---|
| Minimum charge | Call to confirm |
| Per ton | Call to confirm |
| Pickup load | Call to confirm |
| Car load | Call to confirm |
| oil, antifreeze, oil filters (non-residents) | $5 |
Fees apply to yard materials and household-project trash (amounts are on the city page; not captured). Recyclables are free. Bills larger than $20 may be refused.
Payment: cash, check, card · Fee schedule: 2026
Access rules
Yard materials and household-project trash: City of Waukesha residents only, no contractors or landscapers; show a current photo ID with a City address (or a tax or utility bill). Recyclables: any Waukesha County resident. Residential vehicles only (up to a 26 ft U-Haul). Out-of-city landlords must call 262-524-3600 first. Not the county dump.
ID required: Yes
Appointment required: Call to confirm
Posted hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Wed | 11:00 am–7:00 pm |
| Sat | 8:00 am–4:00 pm |
Apr-Nov Wednesday and Saturday; Dec-Mar Saturday only 8:00-4:00. Free leaf drop-off Mondays 1-6 p.m. through Nov 30. May close for weather and holidays.
Local time: America/ChicagoWhat’s not accepted
- Weekly garbage
- Tires
- Concrete
- Shingles
- Dirt, sod, grass clippings, rocks
- Stumps
Free options
Recyclables free; leaves free through Dec 19, 2026; pumpkins free in November (city residents).
More in Waukesha County
Brookfield Recycling Center ↗
Cost: call to confirmResidents only · Brookfield
Today: check posted hours Check posted hours below
Sources
Last verified: Nov 5, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Waukesha Drop-Off Center ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026
- Waukesha waste collection overview ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026