What they’ll take
“Accepted” means the program takes it at no extra charge. Check limits before you set items out.
Couch / furniture
AcceptedMattress
LimitedMattresses and box springs must be wrapped in plastic.
Appliance
AcceptedFridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
AcceptedTVs, monitors and e-waste are listed as acceptable.
Tire
Not acceptedYard waste
Call to confirmBrush and branches
Call to confirmConstruction debris
Not acceptedHousehold hazardous waste
Not acceptedHousehold trash
Call to confirmLimits
Up to five items per pickup, three pickups a year.
Set-out rules
Place items at the agreed location before 7 a.m. on the scheduled date.
Not accepted
- Hazardous waste
- Tires
- Construction and demolition debris
- Wood pallets
- Sinks and bathtubs
Other options
Problem pickups: email [email protected] with address and photo. The City of Carlsbad bulky page (carlsbadca.gov) returned 403 so it was not read.
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Quick answers
Who qualifies for bulk trash pickup in Carlsbad?
Residential customers of Republic Services in Carlsbad, per unit.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Carlsbad?
Residents get three free bulky item pickups per year per unit, scheduled by phone for a date you agree on. Call Republic Services, give your address or account number, and set the pickup date and item location.
How much does bulk trash pickup cost in Carlsbad?
Three free pickups a year per unit; charges beyond that are not stated on the flyer.
What are the limits for bulk pickup in Carlsbad?
Up to five items per pickup, three pickups a year.
What can’t go out with bulk pickup in Carlsbad?
Hazardous waste, Tires, Construction and demolition debris, Wood pallets, Sinks and bathtubs.
Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Bulky Item Pickup Flyer, Carlsbad CA (Republic Services, 2023) ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026