Los Angeles Bulk Trash Pickup Rules
Bulk pickup is listed as available for up to 10 items per collection. Free unlimited curbside collection on regular collection day with at least one business day advance notice.
Los Angeles bulk pickup rules
| Collection rule | Free unlimited curbside collection on regular collection day with at least one business day advance notice. |
|---|---|
| Limit per pickup | 10 items |
| Permitted materials | Furniture, Appliances |
| Advance notice | Required before collection. |
| Dispatch phone | (800) 773-2489 |
Allowed vs. disallowed bulk materials
Furniture
AcceptedSofas, tables, chairs, dressers, mattresses, and box springs accepted curbside.
Appliances
AcceptedRefrigerators, water heaters, stoves, washers, and dryers accepted curbside via scheduled service.
Construction debris
Not acceptedCommercial construction debris, concrete, dirt, rocks, and roofing materials are prohibited.
How to throw away a mattress in Los Angeles
Follow the listed bulk rule: Free unlimited curbside collection on regular collection day with at least one business day advance notice.
Special disposal mandates
Plastic mattress encasement: The listed rules do not require mattress bagging. Confirm any material-specific handling instructions before pickup.
Freon sticker for refrigerant appliances: The sticker requirement has not been verified. Confirm the appliance procedure with dispatch.
Local disposal alternatives in Los Angeles County
For items that cannot go at the curb, check these official disposal resources. Confirm accepted materials, residency requirements, fees, and hours before visiting.
North Valley: Nicole Bernson S.A.F.E. Center
10241 N. Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91325
Permanent household hazardous waste and electronic waste collection facility open Saturday & Sunday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
East Valley: Randall Street S.A.F.E. Center
11025 Randall Street, Sun Valley, CA 91352
Permanent household hazardous waste and electronic waste collection facility open Saturday & Sunday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Central LA: Los Angeles - Glendale S.A.F.E. Center
4600 Colorado Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90039
Permanent Central LA household hazardous waste and electronics collection center open Saturday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
East LA: Washington Boulevard S.A.F.E. Center
2649 E. Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Permanent East LA household hazardous waste and electronic waste facility open Saturday & Sunday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Harbor: Gaffey Street S.A.F.E. Center
1400 N. Gaffey Street, San Pedro, CA 90731
Permanent Harbor area household hazardous waste and electronic waste drop-off open Saturday & Sunday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Playa del Rey: Hyperion S.A.F.E. Center
7660 W. Imperial Highway, Gate B, Playa del Rey, CA 90293
Coastal permanent household hazardous waste and electronic waste facility open Saturday & Sunday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
West LA: S.A.F.E. Center at UCLA
550 Charles E. Young Drive West, Los Angeles, CA 90095
West LA permanent HHW and e-waste facility open Friday, Saturday, and first Sunday of the month 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
The nearest eligible transfer station or landfill depends on your address and the material. These resources are not ranked by distance.
DPW & sanitation contact
LA Sanitation & Environment (LASAN) · municipal dpw
Phone: (800) 773-2489
1149 S. BroadwayLos Angeles, CA 90015
These collection rules cover Zone Curbside Service Routes (Monday through Friday by Address).
Trash & recycling questions
What days is trash collected in Los Angeles, CA?
Listed trash collection days are Monday and Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday and Friday. Set containers out before 6:00 a.m.. These rules apply to Zone Curbside Service Routes (Monday through Friday by Address).
Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Los Angeles?
As of 2026-09-23: No observed holidays this week. Collections follow the regular schedule. A listed holiday shifts that day and the remaining collection days in its service week by one day. Observed holidays: New Year's Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day. These rules apply to Zone Curbside Service Routes (Monday through Friday by Address).
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Los Angeles?
Free unlimited curbside collection on regular collection day with at least one business day advance notice. The listed limit is 10 items per pickup. Advance notice is required. Contact sanitation at (800) 773-2489 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone Curbside Service Routes (Monday through Friday by Address).
What items are accepted for recycling in Los Angeles?
The listed accepted materials are Paper & Cardboard: junk mail, newspapers, magazines, cereal boxes, and flattened cardboard delivery boxes, Plastics #1, #2, and #5: clean plastic beverage bottles, milk jugs, detergent containers, and dairy tubs, Glass: bottles and jars of any color (rinsed empty), Metal: aluminum beverage cans, tin/steel soup cans, clean pie tins, and clean aluminum foil. Keep these listed prohibited items out: Plastic bags, plastic film, and bubble wrap (take back to grocery stores or place in black bin), Polystyrene foam (Styrofoam cups, clamshells, and packing peanuts), Food waste and liquids (belongs in green organics bin), Tanglers (garden hoses, holiday string lights, electrical cables, chains, rope), Textiles, clothing, footwear, and bedding, Electronics, alkaline batteries, and rechargeable lithium batteries, Hazardous chemicals, paint, pesticides, and medical sharps. Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone Curbside Service Routes (Monday through Friday by Address).