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, box springs and metal bed frames must be scheduled through Second Chance Recycling (free).
Appliance
AcceptedFridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
AcceptedTire
Not acceptedYard waste
Call to confirmBrush and branches
Call to confirmConstruction debris
Not acceptedHousehold hazardous waste
Call to confirmHousehold trash
Call to confirmLimits
12 bulky items per garbage cart per calendar year (counting began January 1, 2026).
Set-out rules
Set next to, not leaning on, your garbage cart by 6 a.m. on your regular pickup day (not your off-week if every other week). Label items 'bulky'. Empty items of food, liquids, gas and batteries.
Fees
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| bulky item over annual limit | $30 plus tax each |
Not accepted
- Construction debris
- Tires
Other options
Ramsey County Building Materials Reuse for construction debris and tires.
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Quick answers
Who qualifies for bulk trash pickup in St. Paul?
Saint Paul residents in 1-4 unit homes, or properties opted into city garbage service. Buildings with 5+ units are not coordinated by the city.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in St. Paul?
Since July 1, 2026 no advance booking is needed: put items out at your regular collection location by 6 a.m. and a separate truck returns within two business days. No scheduling for the regular process. Items collected from somewhere other than the usual spot must be scheduled in advance. Mattresses, box springs and metal bed frames are scheduled through Second Chance Recycling.
How much does bulk trash pickup cost in St. Paul?
12 bulky pickups per garbage cart per calendar year are included in regular service; extra items are $30 each plus tax. Mattress recycling through Second Chance is free and does not count.
What are the limits for bulk pickup in St. Paul?
12 bulky items per garbage cart per calendar year (counting began January 1, 2026).
What can’t go out with bulk pickup in St. Paul?
Construction debris, Tires.
Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Bulky Item Collection - Saint Paul ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026