Bulk Item Disposal: Auburn vs Renton
How do bulk item disposal rules compare between Auburn, WA and Renton, WA?
Auburn and Renton have similar restriction levels.
Auburn, WA
King County
Auburn residents dispose of bulky items through WM on-call bulky pickup (fee per item) or by self-hauling to the Algona Transfer Station. Illegal dumping is prohibited under ACC 8.16.030.
View full Auburn rules →Renton, WA
King County
Republic Services offers scheduled bulk item pickup for Renton residents for a fee per item. Items include furniture, mattresses, and appliances with Freon removal required before collection.
View full Renton rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Auburn | Renton |
|---|---|---|
| Code Reference | ACC 8.16.030 Unlawful Dumping | - |
| Bulky Pickup | WM on-call, per-item fee | - |
| Transfer Station | Algona Transfer Station, King County | Factoria or Cedar Hills |
| Hazardous Waste | King County Haz Waste program | - |
| Bulk Pickup | - | Republic Services, fee based |
| Freon Appliances | - | Certified removal required |
| Electronics | - | E-Cycle WA free |
| Illegal Dumping Fine | - | Up to $500 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Auburn FAQ
How do I get rid of a couch in Auburn?
Schedule an on-call bulky-item pickup with WM (800-592-9995 or My WM portal) or self-haul to the Algona Transfer Station. Couches cannot go in a standard garbage cart.
Can I leave old furniture at the curb in Auburn?
No. Dumping furniture or appliances at the curb without a scheduled pickup is illegal dumping under ACC 8.16.030 and can result in fines and cleanup costs.
Renton FAQ
How do I dispose of a mattress in Renton?
Schedule a bulk pickup through Republic Services for a per-item fee or self-haul to the Factoria or Cedar Hills transfer station.
Are electronics picked up with bulk trash in Renton?
No. TVs, computers, and monitors must be recycled through E-Cycle Washington at participating drop sites at no cost.
What happens if I dump items illegally in Renton?
Illegal dumping violates RMC 6-18 and can result in fines up to $500 per incident plus cleanup costs and possible criminal charges.
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