Residents who are new to the community or are not current customers of Universal Waste Systems should contact them at (800) 631-7016 to subscribe, and to ensure uninterrupted trash and recycling service. <br /> Customer Self-Haul: Residents may collect trash in their own containers and transport the waste in their own vehicles to a recycling or disposal facility. Residents who self-haul must provide proof of recycling or disposal to Universal Waste Systems. <br /> Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection events are open to all residents of L.A. County. For more information click <a href='http://ladpw.org/general/enotify/Calendar_Template/Calendar.aspx' target='_blank'>here</a>. To find out about other programs like Tire Recycling and Smart Gardening, please return to <a href='http://www.CleanLA.com' target='_blank'> www.CleanLA.com</a>.<br /> For more information, or if you have additional questions, call Universal Waste Systems at (800) 631-7016 or the Franchise information hotline at (800) 993-5844.