What they’ll take
“Accepted” means the program takes it at no extra charge. Check limits before you set items out.
Couch / furniture
AcceptedMattress
Call to confirmAppliance
AcceptedDoors must be removed.
Fridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
Call to confirmTire
LimitedPassenger car tires only, rims off.
Yard waste
Call to confirmBrush and branches
Not acceptedBrush has its own separate collection.
Construction debris
Not acceptedHousehold hazardous waste
Not acceptedHousehold trash
Not acceptedLimits
3 collections per service per calendar year; up to 8 passenger tires per household.
Set-out rules
Out by 5:30 a.m. on the appointment date in three piles: metal and rigid plastics, non-metal, and tires (rims off). Keep 5 ft from carts, mailbox, fences, meters and hydrants. Do not bag or box.
Not accepted
- Auto chassis and bodies
- Boats
- Cardboard boxes
- Hazardous materials
- Household trash
- Mirrors
- Motorcycles
- Sheet glass and remodeling debris
- Tile
- Tires on rims
- Trailers
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Quick answers
Who qualifies for bulk trash pickup in Austin?
Single-family homes up to fourplexes, plus certain Limited Districts.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Austin?
On-demand by appointment, up to 3 collections per service per calendar year. Schedule in the Austin Recycles app, the My Schedule web page or by calling 3-1-1. Appointments cannot be changed; cancel and rebook.
How much does bulk trash pickup cost in Austin?
Included in the monthly base fee ($24.90 on the rates page) for up to 3 collections a year.
What are the limits for bulk pickup in Austin?
3 collections per service per calendar year; up to 8 passenger tires per household.
What can’t go out with bulk pickup in Austin?
Auto chassis and bodies, Boats, Cardboard boxes, Hazardous materials, Household trash, Mirrors, Motorcycles, Sheet glass and remodeling debris, Tile, Tires on rims, Trailers.
Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- On-demand bulk and brush ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026
- Rates and fees ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026