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Residential Waste Collection in La Cañada Flintridge
WELCOME TO
La Cañada Flintridge
Your Partner to Achieving a Zero Waste Future
Athens Services is a local, family-owned waste collection and recycling company that has been a fixture in the greater Los Angeles community for the past 60 years. We provide innovative, consistent and quality environmental services to our more than 250,000 customers in the 50+ communities we serve. Through reuse, recycling and composting, Athens diverts valuable resources from landfills.
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COLLECTION TIME
To ensure your trash is collected, please make sure your barrels are out the night before trash day or by 6:00 A.M. the day of service.
HOURS OF OPERATION
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Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Saturday 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Sunday Closed
La Cañada Flintridge
RESOURCES
Information, standards, and special instructions!
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
Holidays create a one-day delay in collection service. Athens Services observes the following holidays:
- New Year’s Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
If a holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, waste collection services will not be delayed.
WHAT GOES IN MY CONTAINER?
If empty of liquid and food, the following is acceptable in your blue recycling container.
Plastic:
- Plastic #1 (PET) as bottles or clamshells
- Plastic #2 (HDPE)
- Plastic #5 (PP)
- Recyclable plastics include, but are not limited to:
- Beverage & detergent jugs
- Food containers
- Soda, juice & water bottles
Paper: (clean, dry, and no metal or lamination), magazines, mail, office paper, newspaper, paper bags, & telephone books
Cardboard: broken down cardboard, corrugated fiberboard, & clean pizza boxes
Glass: bottles & jars only (remove lids)
Metals: aluminum cans, foil, & trays, scrap metal, steel cans & tin cans
Acceptable, but may not be recycled currently:
- Cereal boxes (remove bag), egg cartons, frozen food boxes, & soup/milk/juice cartons
Green Waste: branches; flowers; grass clippings; hedge trimmings; leaves; weeds; & untreated/unpainted lumber, plywood, & scrap wood
Food Scraps: fruits; vegetables; bread; rice; pasta; cheese; dairy; coffee grounds; coffee filters; meat; bones; poultry; seafood; soft shells (e.g. lobster, crab, & shrimp)
Food-Soiled Paper*: 100% fiber based, compostable to-go containers & servingware, egg cartons (paper), paper napkins & kitchen towels, plates, packaging, and pizza boxes
*All items must be 100% plant-fiber based with NO petroleum-based plastic, wax, or bio-plastic coating, liner, or laminate. Must be soiled ONLY with food or drink liquids.
Glass: ceramic, porcelain, & non-food related glass
Food Containers: chip bags, compostable “plant-based plastic,” juice pouches, paper coffee cups, snack bar wrappers, tea bags, & tea wrappers
Paper: bathroom & facial tissues, envelopes (padded and Tyvek), laminated or plastic coated paper, napkins, photographs, & receipts
Plastic: plastics #3 & #6 (hard & foam); all black plastics; bubble wrap; disposable gloves; garden hoses; empty motor oil containers; plastic bags & film (e.g. dry cleaning bags & cellophane); plastic toys; tarps; & small plastics (e.g. utensils, straws, serving cups, etc.)
Misc.: unusable clothing & fabric; cacti & succulents; cigarette butts; diapers; hard shells (e.g. clams, mussels, & oysters); lint; palm fronds; pet waste; produce stickers; & yucca leaves
- DO NOT PLACE IN CONTAINERS:
- Automotive Parts
- Batteries
- Cleaning Products
- Construction & Demolition Waste
- Fluorescent Light Bulbs or Tubes
- Electronic Waste
- LED Lights
- Medical Waste
- Paints, Solvents, and Thinners
- Pesticides or Herbicides
- Pharmaceuticals/Over–the-Counter Medicines
- Pool Chemicals
- Radiological Waste
- Syringes or Sharps
- Thermometers
- Thermostats
- Used Motor Oil
- Electronic Waste Examples:
Electronics can include those devices that utilize electrical wiring, plug into an electric outlet, or take a battery or light bulb. Examples include (but are not limited to): computers and accessories, circuit boards, extension cords, flashlights, microwaves, phones, stereos, and televisions.
- Construction and Demolition:
Waste material generated during the construction, renovation, or demolition of a location cannot be placed in a standard cart or bin. Examples of C&D materials include, but are not limited to, asphalt, bricks, carpet, concrete, dirt, doors, drywall, earth, glass, construction, and cabinet lumber, masonry materials, pallets, pipes, plastics, plumbing fixtures, rocks, salvaged building components, scrap metal, roof shingles, tile, and windows.
HAZARDOUS WASTE
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events
The Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Events, operated by the Los Angeles County and Sanitation Districts, are FREE one-day, drive-through collection events where residents can drop off their HHW and electronic waste (e-waste).
Find a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event near you — View the full schedule and locations.
Los Angeles County Permanent Collection Centers
Permanent collection centers offer a convenient, free method for Los Angeles County residents to properly dispose household hazardous and electronic waste (HHW/e-waste). Residents can drop off items such as paint, solvents, chemicals, computers, batteries, cell phones, fluorescent lights, etc.
Discover your nearest permanent HHW drop-off center — Check locations and hours here.
S.A.F.E. Centers for Los Angeles County and Los Angeles City Residents
S.A.F.E. Centers (Solvents/Automotive/Flammables/Electronics) are permanent collection sites that are open every weekend for residents to drop off their household hazardous waste and electronic waste (HWW/E-waste). View below for a list of locations and operating hours.
Explore all S.A.F.E. Center locations and weekend hours below — Get more details on the official City of LA website.
BULKY ITEMS
Athens Services encourages the reuse and donation of bulky items whenever possible.
If this is not an option, Athens will, upon request only, remove bulky items, including major appliances and furniture. Please do not place bulky items or electronics in your trash containers. Doing so may cause an interruption in your service.
To schedule a pickup, please submit a Bulky Item Request.
We do not accept the following items:
- Automobile parts
- Construction and demolition debris including, but not limited to: dirt, concrete, tile, drywall and rock, etc. Click here to learn how to dispose.
- Hazardous waste (including antifreeze; automotive fluids; cleaning products; compressed gas cylinders (full or empty); fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides; paint; pharmaceuticals; pool chemicals; solvents; and more.) Click here to learn how to dispose.
- Loose or scattered building material and lumber
HOLIDAY TREE RECYCLING
Holiday trees are 100% recyclable! Athens Services collects holiday trees each year, from the day after Christmas through the second week of January, on your normal pickup day. Trees are delivered to various landfills to be used as mulch or cover material, or to Athens’ American Organics compost facility in Victorville.
Tips to ensure your tree is properly collected:
- Remove stands, ornaments, lights and tinsel.
- Place holiday trees next to your regular trash containers.
- Trees over 6 feet in length must be cut in half.
- Trees with flocking or fire retardants ARE NOT acceptable.
- If you miss the date for recycling, please cut up your tree and place it in your yard waste container(s).
Please help keep our parks clean and safe during the holidays. If you see anyone illegally dumping holiday trees, please call your city’s Police Department.
View your city’s Holiday Tree Recycling Schedule and collection details here:
Holiday Tree Recycling Schedule
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
COMMERCIAL WASTE SERVICES
EVENTS
Events
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South Pasadena Compost and Mulch Giveaway
Arroyo Golf Course Parking Lot 1055 Lohman Lane, South Pasadena, CA, United StatesAthens Services is hosting South Pasadena Compost and Mulch Giveaway event on April 25th, 2026 at the Arroyo Golf Course. Bring your ID or Bill.
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West Covina Free Compost Giveaway Event
West Covina City Yard 825 S Sunset Ave., West Covina, CA, United StatesSaturday, May 2, 20268:00 to 11:00 amWest Covina City Yard825 S Sunset Ave., West Covina, CA 91790 Athens’ compost is a blend of organics material including a mix of green […]
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Pomona Free Compost Giveaway
Pomona City Yard 636 W Monterey Ave, Pomona,, United StatesSaturday, May 2nd 20268:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Pomona City Yard636 W Monterey Ave,Pomona, CA 91768 Athens’ compost is a blend of organics material including a mix of green waste, wood […]
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San Gabriel Free Compost Giveaway
Smith Park 232 W Broadway, San Gabriel, CA, United StatesAthens Services is hosting San Gabriel Free Compost Giveaway on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026. Residents of San Gabriel bnring your ID or Bill.
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Whittier Cleanup And Compost Giveaway
Whittier Public Parking Lot 12813 Bailey St, Whittier, CA, United StatesAthens Services is hosting Whittier Cleanup and Compost Giveaway on May 9th, 2026. Bring E-waste, Clothing, and Documents. Bring ID or Bill.
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Santa Susana Annual Cleanup Event
Santa Susana Park 6503 Katherine Rd., Simi Valley, CA, United StatesSATURDAY, MAY 9, 20269:00 AM – 1:00 PMSANTA SUSANA PARK6503 KATHERINE RDThis event is open to residents in unincorporated areas of Santa Susana, Moorpark and Simi Valley. FREE DOCUMENT SHREDDING […]
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Norwalk Free Compost Giveaway
Holifield Park Parking Lot 12500 Excelsior Dr., Norwalk, CA, United StatesSaturday, May 16, 2026 8:00 am to 12:00 pm Holifield Park Parking Lot 12500 Excelsior Dr. Norwalk, CA 90650 Athens’ compost is a blend of organics material including a mix […]
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Covina Compost and Shred Event
Covina Public Works Yard 534 North Barranca Avenue, Covina, CA, United StatesSaturday, May 16, 2026 9:00 am − 12:00 pm Covina Public Works Yard 534 North Barranca Ave., Covina, CA 91723 Download Flyer COMPOST GIVEAWAY Athens’ compost is a blend of […]
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Oak Park Annual Cleanup Event
Oak Park High School 899 Kanan Rd., Oak Park, CA, United StatesSATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2026 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM OAK PARK HIGH SCHOOL 899 KANAN RD., OAK PARK This event is open to residents in the unincorporated area of Oak […]
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NEWS
Athens Services Hosts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Irwindale MRF
Athens Services celebrates the opening of the Irwindale MRF, a state-of-the-art recycling facility advancing sustainability and waste diversion in Southern California.
Recycling Ambassador Program: How Communities Like Pomona Are Leading Change
Pomona residents living in multi-family facilities are getting involved in a new Athens Services “Recycling Ambassador Program” to help spread the word about the importance of recycling.
Athens Services Proudly Supports CHiPs for Kids Toy Drive
Athens Services supported the California Highway Patrol’s CHiPs for Kids Toy Drive across Southern California, helping bring holiday joy to children in need. The community effort was featured in CBS News Los Angeles coverage highlighting local generosity and teamwork.
Athens Safety Mentorship Program Commences – A Commitment to Safety and Excellence
Discover how Athens Services is elevating workplace safety through its new Safety Mentorship Program
Athens Services Named 2025 Business of the Year
We’re proud to share that Athens Services has been named the 2025 Business of the Year by the San Pedro Chamber of Commerce.
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