What they’ll take
“Accepted” means the program takes it at no extra charge. Check limits before you set items out.
Couch / furniture
AcceptedFurniture and carpet are accepted.
Mattress
Call to confirmAppliance
AcceptedRemove freezer and refrigerator doors.
Fridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
Not acceptedTelevisions and computer monitors are not accepted.
Tire
LimitedLimit of 5 auto tires, placed in a separate pile.
Yard waste
Call to confirmBrush and branches
AcceptedUp to 5 feet long and 24 inches in diameter; cacti must be boxed (25 lb limit).
Construction debris
Not acceptedHousehold hazardous waste
Not acceptedHousehold trash
Call to confirmLimits
Maximum 10 cubic yards per household (1 cubic yard is about the size of a washing machine); excess over the limit is not taken.
Set-out rules
Place items in front of your home (some service areas are exempt) by 6 a.m. on the Monday of your collection week, no more than two weeks ahead. Keep items at least 3 feet from all obstacles, including trash and recycling containers and utility meters. Collection finishes by the end of the week.
Not accepted
- Compressed gas or air cylinders
- Concrete
- Construction material
- Dirt, stone, rocks and gravel
- Glass or mirrors
- Household hazardous waste (paint, oil, pesticides, solvents)
- Televisions and computer monitors
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Quick answers
Who qualifies for bulk trash pickup in Tucson?
Households in Tucson's residential trash service areas.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Tucson?
Twice a year, crews visit each of Tucson's 26 residential trash service areas for Brush and Bulky collection, with a yearly schedule PDF and address search on the city page. A special collection can be ordered any time. For a special collection, submit the online request or call Customer Service at 520-791-3171.
What are the limits for bulk pickup in Tucson?
Maximum 10 cubic yards per household (1 cubic yard is about the size of a washing machine); excess over the limit is not taken.
What can’t go out with bulk pickup in Tucson?
Compressed gas or air cylinders, Concrete, Construction material, Dirt, stone, rocks and gravel, Glass or mirrors, Household hazardous waste (paint, oil, pesticides, solvents), Televisions and computer monitors.
Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Brush and Bulky (City of Tucson; fetched via WebFetch, curl is 403-blocked) ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026
- Contractors, Developers, and Engineers (official page text copied 2026-11-06) ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026