
Residential Services
Alaska Waste provides safe, dependable trash and recycling collection services designed to meet the needs of every household. Customers can choose from a range of convenient roll cart options, including standard trash carts, bear‑resistant containers for added protection, and dedicated recycling carts.
Garbage & Recycling Gallon Containers
Available sizes may vary by location.

Curbside Recycling Items - Anchorage, Eagle River, and Wasilla
All recyclables must be clean of all food waste and grease. Contamination is one of the biggest reasons recyclables get thrown out. Help keep our recycling program strong by cleaning your materials!
Acceptable Items
Metals
- Aluminum cans
- Steel and tin cans
Plastics
- #1 plastic bottles
- #2 plastic jugs
Paper & Cardboard
- Corrugated cardboard
- Boxboard (such as cereal boxes and similar packaging)
- Greasy pizza boxes
- Brochures and junk mail
- Magazines and newspapers
- Office paper (white and colored)
- Paper bags
- Paper egg cartons
- Envelopes (including those with plastic windows)
- Paperback books
- Phone books
Unacceptable Items
Plastics and Packaging
- Styrofoam
- #1 plastic clamshells and plastics #3–#7
- Waxed paper containers and milk or juice cartons
- Plastic bags and plastic film
Paper and Cardboard Contaminants
- Paper cups, plates, napkins, and paper towels
- Heavily food-soiled cardboard and paper (other than the greasy pizza boxes noted above)
Other Materials
- Glass bottles and jars
- Aluminum foil and foil pans
- Hazardous waste (paint, chemicals, fuels, propane tanks)
- Electronics and batteries
- Yard waste, dirt, rocks, and construction debris
- Scrap metal and appliances
- Textiles and clothing

Curbside Recycling Items - Juneau
Understanding what can and cannot be placed in your recycling cart is key to keeping the recycling process efficient and effective. By following these guidelines, you’ll help reduce contamination and support a cleaner environment.
Acceptable Items
Metals
- Aluminum cans
- Tin and steel food cans
Plastics
- Plastics labeled #1–#7 (bottles, jugs, tubs, and other rigid plastic containers)
Paper & Cardboard
- Corrugated cardboard
- Boxboard (such as cereal boxes and other thin cardboard packaging)
- Junk mail and brochures
- Newspapers and magazines
- Office paper (white and colored)
- Paper bags
- Paper egg cartons
- Paperback books
- Phone books
Unacceptable Items
Plastics and Packaging
- Plastic bags and plastic film (including wrap and shrink wrap)
- Styrofoam and other foam packaging
- Plastic utensils and straws
- Oversized rigid plastics that are not standard bottles, jugs, tubs, or containers
Glass and Ceramics
- Glass bottles and jars
- Window glass and mirrors
- Ceramics and dishware
Paper and Cardboard Contaminants
- Food-soiled or greasy cardboard and paper
- Used paper towels, napkins, and tissues
Other Materials
- Hazardous waste (paint, chemicals, fuels, propane tanks)
- Electronics and batteries
- Yard waste, dirt, rocks, and construction debris
- Scrap metal and appliances
- Textiles and clothing
Looking for Another Type of Solution?
Choosing the right container helps you manage your project more efficiently while keeping your property clean, organized, and free of debris.

Roll Off Dumpster Rental
Tackling a home renovation, cleanout, or landscaping project? Our residential roll off dumpsters make waste removal simple and stress-free.
Alaska Waste Offers
At Alaska Waste, we strive to make waste collection as convenient and efficient as possible for residents. From pet-proof roll carts to flexible payment options, our services are designed with your needs in mind.
- Convenient roll cartsDurable and pet-proof roll carts in various sizes make waste disposal secure and hassle-free.
- Competitive ratesAffordable pricing ensures exceptional value for reliable waste collection services.
- Great customer serviceFriendly and responsive support is always ready to assist with your waste management needs.
We Are Dedicated to Creating a Cleaner, Healthier World
Alaska Waste has been providing safe, reliable garbage and recycling services to Alaska residents for over 25 years, earning a reputation as the state’s leading waste management company.
We are customer-focused, community-minded, and environmentally conscious. Our residential services include convenient roll carts, competitive rates, and easy payment options, all backed by prompt and dependable customer service.









