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 feeMust be empty.
Fridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
Not acceptedTire
Not acceptedYard waste
Call to confirmBrush and branches
Extra feeBrush, tree trunks and branches accepted.
Construction debris
Not acceptedHousehold hazardous waste
Not acceptedHousehold trash
Call to confirmLimits
Base fee covers 5 cubic yards.
Set-out rules
Place items at the curb in front of your home by 6 a.m. on pick-up day. Keep 5 ft from containers, mailbox, fence, meter, cars and low trees; do not block sidewalks or traffic.
Fees
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Bulky pick-up, 5 cubic yards or less | $35.00 |
| Each additional cubic yard | $7.00 |
Not accepted
- Anything with a title of ownership (vehicles, motorcycles, trailers, boats)
- Commercial or industrial material
- Compressed gas cylinders
- Recyclable material
- Dirt, rocks, concrete
- Tires and hazardous materials
- Used electronics
Other options
Take items to the Greater El Paso Landfill or a City Citizen Collection Station.
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Quick answers
Who qualifies for bulk trash pickup in El Paso?
City of El Paso residents.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in El Paso?
Fee-based special pick-up on request, Monday to Friday 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. phone line. Call Environmental Services to request a pick-up.
How much does bulk trash pickup cost in El Paso?
$35 for 5 cubic yards or less, plus $7 per additional cubic yard, plus tax.
What are the limits for bulk pickup in El Paso?
Base fee covers 5 cubic yards.
What can’t go out with bulk pickup in El Paso?
Anything with a title of ownership (vehicles, motorcycles, trailers, boats), Commercial or industrial material, Compressed gas cylinders, Recyclable material, Dirt, rocks, concrete, Tires and hazardous materials, Used electronics.
Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Community Services ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026