For large items that don’t fit or belong in your Recology carts, like old furniture, appliances, or mattresses, schedule a curbside Bulky Item Collection appointment. This program does not accept hazardous waste, construction and demolition debris, or auto parts and tires.
Residential Bulky Item Collection (Curbside)
Residential customers (buildings with 5 units or fewer) receive two curbside Bulky Item Collections per year at no additional charge, and each unit in a multi-family building (6 units or more) is eligible to receive one no-charge curbside collection. Once you’ve scheduled your pickup, please place your items next to the curb in front of your residence (take care not to block the sidewalk) and attach a sign that reads “RECOLOGY”.
You may leave up to 10 items per collection appointment. Please view the full list of accepted items.
Cancelling a Bulky Item Pick Up
Cancellations must be given by 12 PM the business day before the scheduled Bucky Item Pick Up.
- Call our customer service at 415.330.1300 or email us at customerservice@recologysf.com by 12 PM the business day prior to your schedule pick up. (Ex: If you are scheduled on a Monday, please call before noon on the previous Friday to cancel).
- If you scheduled online via the Recollect application, there will be an option to cancel at the bottom of your confirmation email.
Toilet Pickup Guidelines
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Toilets must be completely drained of any liquid and left in a sanitary condition.
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Each toilet should be secured in a cardboard box and duct taped or wrapped with plastic and cloth to prevent injury during handling.
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Please stage toilets in a visible and accessible location for the Bulky Item Collection (BIC) crews. Ensure the packaging is stable so it does not fall apart when lifted.
Consider Donating First
If it’s possible that some of your items, such as sofas and tables, could find a new secondary life, please consider donating to one of the many non-profit agencies in San Francisco. Not only will you be helping divert items from the landfill—you will also be helping a great organization!
District Weekend Cleanup Events
For unusable items that need to be discarded, we will be hosting District Weekend Cleanup Events to help San Francisco residents dispose of them correctly. St. Vincent de Paul will also be on-site and gladly accepts gently used clothes, accessories, shoes, books, small household appliances, and electronics. We’ll even have free compost made from green cart materials available!