Free on-call bulky item collection service
Published on August 04, 2025
Did you know that Recology offers two free scheduled pickups of large and bulky items from Feb. 1–Dec. 31?
Residents may set out:
- Two cubic yards of bagged/boxed solid waste (6x3x3ft)
- One large appliance (such as a washing machine, dryer, refrigerator or freezer)
- One bulky item (such as a mattress, couch or tires)
- Electronic waste (such as a TV, computer or computer monitor)
No liquids, dirt, rock, concrete, asphalt, hazardous waste or items that exceed 5 feet in length will be accepted. Contact 650-595-3900 or visit Recology's website to schedule an appointment.
For residents in multi-family dwellings, please contact your property manager to schedule a bulky item pickup.
Also consider donating usable items to a local charity or non-profit organization in San Mateo County. Visit Recology's website for a list of organizations.