Republic Services of Hercules, CA
Republic Services is dedicated to sharing up-to-date information on diversion and recycling activities in Hercules, CA. Here, you will find helpful resources about our expanded services and ways to help your community meet state-mandated diversion goals.
Important Safety Notice
No batteries or hazardous waste in carts! Safe hazardous waste disposal protects our community, our workers, and our environment. NEVER place batteries or household hazardous waste (HHW) in any collection container. These items cause fires, endanger workers and the community. Always remove batteries from items before disposal. Please take items to our HHW facility located at 101 Pittsburg Ave. Richmond, CA or an approved drop-off site for safe disposal.
For more information and no-cost disposal options visit RecycleMore below.
Customer Service
510.262.7100
Customer service is our number one priority. Enhanced recycling and organics services — along with our existing services, such as on-call clean-up, bulky item pick-up, pre-paid bag ties, carry-out service, and debris boxes — are part of our ongoing efforts to better serve the Hercules community.
Customer Service Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
View Your Service Schedule
You can view your collection schedule by clicking on the button below. You will be redirected to the national Republic Services website where you will enter your service address.
Holiday Schedule
We observe New Year’s Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. If the holiday falls on Monday - Friday, your pickup will be delayed by one day. If the holiday falls on Saturday or Sunday, there will be no delay.
Rates
View residential and commercial rates by container size and Golden Bear Transfer Station bulk rates by item and amount.
Facility Hours and Location
Richmond HHW Facility
101 Pittsburg Ave. Richmond, CA 94801
Wednesday - Saturday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
(Closed: 12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.)
Call 888.412.9277 for more information.
Buy Back Center
101 Pittsburg Ave. Richmond, CA 94801
Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Closed 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., closed the first Wednesday of the month).
West County Resource Recovery Facility (WCRR) Compost Give-Away Program
101 Pittsburg Ave. Richmond, CA 94801
The first Wednesday of each month:
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
(Closed 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
Call 510.231.4200 for more information.
Golden Bear Transfer Station
1 Parr Blvd., Richmond, California 94801
Monday – Friday: 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Policy Update: Starting Jan 1, 2026, all loads are subject to a 0.5 minimum (Tons for weighed/CY for measured). See GBTS rates for details.
Call 510.970.7274 for more information.
RecycleMore
RecycleMore is West Contra Costa County’s (WCCC) Waste Management Authority. Republic Services of WCCC collaborates with RecycleMore to educate WCCC communities about waste reduction, resource conservation, and local recycling programs. Visit RecycleMore to learn about composting, school programs, repair workshops and more!
StopWaste’s RE:Source
Have a question about what to do with unwanted items? Confused about what goes where? Wonder no more! Search StopWaste’s RE:Source guide for reuse, repair, recycling and safe disposal options. The RE:Source guide also allows you to search your city’s guidelines for everything from milk cartons to electronic waste
Programs & Events
Special One-Day Household Hazardous Waste & Mattress Drop-Off Event
Saturday, June 20, 2026: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
City of Hercules Corporation Yard
1000 Sycamore Ave. at Willet Street
No-charge household hazardous waste (HHW) drop-off event for residents of West Contra Costa County (El Cerrito, Hercules, Pinole, Richmond, San Pablo and surrounding unincorporated communities of Bayview, East Richmond Heights, El Sobrante, Montalvin Manor, North Richmond, Rollingwood, Tara Hills, Crockett-Tormey-Port Costa and Rodeo).
Please bring proper identification or this postcard as proof of residency.
View the flyer below and visit RecycleMore.com for more details, including a list of accepted items.
New Services Effective July 1st
We are pleased to present new services and enhanced programs now available for residents and businesses. Click here to learn more and make the most of your waste and recycling services!
Mattress Recycling
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Facility
101 Pittsburg Ave., Richmond, CA 94801
Hours:
Wednesday – Saturday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Carpet Recycling
Golden Bear Transfer Station
1 Parr Blvd., Bldg. C, Richmond, CA
Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Compost Giveaway
West County Resource Recovery Facility (WCRR)
101 Pittsburg Ave., Richmond, CA 94801
Hours:
The first Wednesday of each month: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
HHW Disposal
West Contra Costa HHW Facility
101 Pittsburg Ave., Richmond
Hours:
Wednesday to Saturday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
(Closed 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.)
Guides
Newsletters
California Organics Recycling SB 1383
Find out what California Senate Bill 1383 — a statewide effort to reduce emissions of short-lived climate pollutants (SLCP) — means for you. Watch educational videos and download our helpful guides to learn how to comply.
Recycle as a Family
Involve your whole family in recycling with a variety of fun and educational activities created just for the kids. You can even take them on the go – all our activities are available for download!
AB 827: Commercial Organics and Recycling Guidelines
State Assembly Bill (AB) 827 requires covered commercial food establishments to provide accessible and properly labeled organics and recycling interior collection containers. Republic Services offers posters to help you comply with this state law.
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