What Happens to Your Waste Management Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Action
Transfer or cancel — return bins
Priority
Medium
Step-by-Step Guide
Transfer account to surviving family
Contact Waste Management to transfer the trash and recycling account to a surviving household member or executor. Provide a death certificate.
Continue service during settlement
Keep the service active while the property is occupied or being prepared for sale.
Return bins when canceling
When the property is vacated, cancel the account and arrange for bin pickup or return. Confirm no outstanding balance.
Document Now Checklist
- Account number
- Monthly cost
- Service address
- Note for executor: return bins when canceling service
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Waste Management. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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