What they’ll take
“Accepted” means the program takes it at no extra charge. Check limits before you set items out.
Couch / furniture
AcceptedMattress
AcceptedAppliance
AcceptedAppliances must be emptied first.
Fridge or freezer
LimitedRefrigerators and freezers must be empty with doors taped shut.
Electronics
AcceptedTelevisions are listed as eligible.
Tire
LimitedUp to 4 tires per request.
Yard waste
Call to confirmBrush and branches
Call to confirmConstruction debris
Call to confirmHousehold hazardous waste
Call to confirmHousehold trash
Call to confirmLimits
No more than a standard pick-up load. Up to 4 tires per pickup.
Set-out rules
Put items at the curb 5 feet away from carts, mailboxes, hydrants, parked cars, low-hanging trees and utility poles. Contaminated items are not collected.
Other options
City convenience centers take loads for $5 per load for residents (proof of residency required), with a 3-mattress limit per load.
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Quick answers
Who qualifies for bulk trash pickup in Albuquerque?
Residential customers of city trash service.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Albuquerque?
Large items are collected year-round on request, on your next normal trash collection day. Request at least 24 hours before that day; later requests are handled case by case. Submit the online large item pick-up form on the city page or call 311.
How much does bulk trash pickup cost in Albuquerque?
Free of charge on residential customer request.
What are the limits for bulk pickup in Albuquerque?
No more than a standard pick-up load. Up to 4 tires per pickup.
Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Large Item Pick-Up (City of Albuquerque Solid Waste) ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026
- Convenience Center Fee and Rule Changes 2026 ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026