Recycling Schedule in Portland, Oregon

Portland Disposal & Recycling, Inc., a family-operated business since 1936, is committed to keeping Portland green through reliable residential recycling services. Our weekly recycling collection schedule ensures your 60-gallon blue “Portland Recycles!” roll cart and yellow glass bin are picked up seamlessly, supporting the city’s sustainability goals. We operate year-round with minimal disruptions, except on specific holidays, and provide clear guidelines to help residents prepare for collections. By understanding our schedule and holiday adjustments, you can ensure your recyclables—paper, plastic, metal, and glass—are processed efficiently, contributing to a cleaner Portland. Review the details below and contact us with any questions to keep your recycling routine on track.

Route Holiday Schedule for Recycling

Our trucks run on all holidays, except the following:

Christmas Day

New Year’s Day

Adjusting for Holidays

All pickups are made one day late for Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, and for the remainder of the week, ending with Friday pickup being made on Saturday.

For Example

If Christmas Day falls on a Thursday, then there would be NO CHANGE to collection for Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday routes, but Thursday pickups would be made on Friday, and then Friday pickups would be made on Saturday. The same schedule would also apply to New Year’s week. The regular schedule resumes the week after New Year’s.

Office Waste Holiday Schedule

While our trucks run as usual except for Christmas and New Year’s Day, our office is closed on the following legal holidays:

• New Year’s Day
• Memorial Day
• 4th of July
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
  

Please call our office at (503) 281-8736 for more details if you have any questions.

Preparing for Recycling Collection

To ensure smooth recycling pickup, place your blue roll cart and yellow glass bin curbside by 6 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. Containers should be visible, accessible, and at least 12 inches apart. You don’t need to set them out weekly if they’re not full, offering flexibility for your household. During holiday weeks, adjust your placement based on the one-day delay for Christmas and New Year’s Day. For example, if your regular pickup is Thursday, set out your carts by 6 a.m. Friday when these holidays fall on a Thursday. Our team is dedicated to maintaining consistent service, and we’re here to assist with any scheduling concerns.

Staying Informed About Your Schedule

Portland Disposal & Recycling serves designated areas in Portland under the city’s franchised system, ensuring reliable weekly recycling for homes up to 4-plexes. If you’re unsure of your pickup day or need to confirm service details, call us at (503) 281-8736. We also offer recycling-only service for residents who don’t need garbage collection, making it easy to participate in Portland’s sustainability efforts. Our commitment to clear communication and dependable service helps residents like you keep recycling simple and effective, even during holiday seasons.

Frequently Asked Questions: Recycling Schedule

Portland Disposal & Recycling, Inc. (Portland, Oregon), (503) 281-8736, supports your recycling efforts year-round. Contact us to stay on schedule.