What they’ll take
“Accepted” means the program takes it at no extra charge. Check limits before you set items out.
Couch / furniture
Extra feeMattress
Extra feeAppliance
Extra feeSeven stickers each, collected the following Monday.
Fridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
Call to confirmTire
Call to confirmYard waste
Extra feeLarge limbs and branch bundles need a green Compost It! sticker.
Brush and branches
Extra feeConstruction debris
Call to confirmHousehold hazardous waste
Call to confirmHousehold trash
Call to confirmLimits
Anything that does not fit a 33-gallon bag or a 2x2x3 ft box needs a Large Item sticker. Carpet rolls no longer than 4 ft and 18 inches across.
Set-out rules
Stickered items at the curb by 7 a.m. with stickers facing the street. Appliances are collected the following Monday.
Fees
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| large item (couch, dresser, table, mattress, etc.) | $5 sticker each |
| appliance | 7 stickers, $35 |
| extra trash bag or box | $1 sticker |
| rolled carpet, 5 rolls tied together | one $5 sticker |
Quick answers
Who qualifies for bulk trash pickup in Des Moines?
Des Moines residential waste customers.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Des Moines?
Call to schedule large item pickup on your next regular collection day; each item needs a pink Large Item sticker. Call at least 24 hours before your next regular collection day; line is open 24/7.
How much does bulk trash pickup cost in Des Moines?
$5 Large Item sticker per item; appliances need seven stickers ($35). Extra trash bags or boxes use a $1 sticker.
What are the limits for bulk pickup in Des Moines?
Anything that does not fit a 33-gallon bag or a 2x2x3 ft box needs a Large Item sticker. Carpet rolls no longer than 4 ft and 18 inches across.
Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Bulk Trash and Appliances - City of Des Moines ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026