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Yard Waste & Green Waste Removal

A weekend of yard work can leave more than the green bin can hold. We haul away bagged yard waste, branches, brush, palm fronds, old planters and leftover materials from landscaping projects so your yard is actually finished.

Bagged yard waste and leftover panels on a patio, ready for haul-away

What do I do with extra yard waste in San Diego?

Fill your green bin first, then haul the overflow to a facility that accepts green waste or hire a hauler. Miramar Landfill charges separately for green waste loads. Pacific Haul & Wash loads branches, brush, palm fronds and bagged clippings in one trip, and green waste goes to composting or green waste facilities when possible.

Is brush clearing important for fire safety in San Diego County?

Yes. Dead brush and dry vegetation near homes add fuel during wildfire season, especially in East County and inland North County. After you or your landscaper cut it back, Pacific Haul & Wash hauls the piles away so dry material isn't left sitting on the property waiting for the green bin.

Overflow from the green bin

City green bins fill up fast after trimming season. Instead of waiting weeks to work through a pile, we load it in one trip. Green waste goes to composting or green waste facilities when possible.

Heavy materials like dirt, rock and concrete are priced differently than green waste, so mention them when you send photos.

How yard waste removal is priced

  • Volume of green waste
  • Heavy material like dirt, rock or sod
  • Access to backyards, slopes or side yards
San Diego junk removal cost guide

What we can't take

  • Uncut standing trees
  • Treated or painted wood mixed into green waste (we separate it)
  • Paint, solvents, pesticides, pool chemicals, fuel, motor oil and propane tanks (household hazardous waste programs take these)

Real jobs

Our work

  • Bagged yard waste and debris

    Bagged yard waste, old panels and bulky leftovers from a weekend project, ready for us to load and haul.

    Yard waste removal

Local drop-off and disposal options

If you would rather haul it yourself, these are the public facilities and programs that apply. Hours and rules change, so confirm with the source before you go.

  • Landfill

    Miramar Landfill (City of San Diego)

    5180 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111

    The City of San Diego's only active landfill. Open Monday to Saturday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., closed Sundays. Fees are charged per load or per ton, and appliances, TVs, electronics, universal waste and household hazardous waste must be properly disposed of before a load enters.

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  • Transfer station

    Escondido Resource Recovery

    1044 W Washington Ave, Escondido, CA 92025

    Transfer and recycling station serving the inland North County cities.

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  • Transfer station

    Palomar Transfer Station

    5960 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92008

    The main transfer station for North County coastal cities. It is also a Bye Bye Mattress drop-off site.

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  • Landfill

    Sycamore Landfill

    8514 Mast Blvd, Santee, CA 92071

    The main landfill serving East County. It is also a Bye Bye Mattress drop-off site.

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Facility details checked against official sources in October 2026.

Full county breakdown: San Diego junk disposal guide.

FAQ

Yard Waste Removal questions

All FAQs

Do you haul palm fronds and branches?

Yes, we haul palm fronds, branches, brush and bagged yard waste. Bundled or bagged material loads fastest, but we can take loose piles too.

Do you cut trees or trim brush?

We focus on hauling. If brush or branches are already cut, bagged or piled, we load and haul them. For tree work, hire a tree service first and we can clear the debris afterward.

Can you take dirt, rock or sod?

Small amounts, yes. Dirt, rock and sod are heavy, so they are priced by weight and volume differently than green waste. Mention them in your photos.

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