Bulk Item Disposal: Federal Way vs Kent
How do bulk item disposal rules compare between Federal Way, WA and Kent, WA?
Federal Way and Kent have similar restriction levels.
Federal Way, WA
King County
Federal Way residents can schedule bulky item pickup with Waste Management for an extra fee or self-haul to the King County Algona Transfer Station. Mattresses, appliances, and furniture are accepted with limits.
View full Federal Way rules →Kent, WA
King County
Kent residents can schedule bulky item pickup with Republic Services for an extra fee or haul items to the King County Bow Lake Transfer Station. Mattresses, appliances, and furniture are accepted with size limits.
View full Kent rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Federal Way | Kent |
|---|---|---|
| Bulky Pickup | WM on-call, extra fee | Republic Services, on-call, extra fee |
| Self Haul | Algona Transfer Station, 38 dollars min | Bow Lake Transfer Station, 38 dollars min |
| E-Waste | Free via E-Cycle WA | Free via E-Cycle WA |
| Illegal Dumping | Up to 1,000 dollars, FWRC Title 1 | Up to 1,000 dollars, KCC 8.01.100 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Federal Way FAQ
How do I get rid of a mattress in Federal Way?
Schedule a bulky item pickup with WM for around 30 to 40 dollars or take it to the King County Algona Transfer Station, which accepts mattresses for free through the county recycling program.
Can I leave large items at the curb on my regular trash day?
No. Standard pickup does not include bulky items. You must schedule on-call bulky pickup with WM or self-haul to a transfer station. Leaving bulky items at the curb is illegal dumping.
Kent FAQ
How do I get rid of a mattress in Kent?
Either schedule a bulky item pickup with Republic Services for around 30 to 40 dollars or take it to the Bow Lake Transfer Station in Tukwila, which accepts mattresses for free through the King County recycling program.
Can I leave large items at the curb on my regular trash day?
No. Standard pickup does not include bulky items. You must either schedule on-call bulky pickup with Republic Services or self-haul to a transfer station. Leaving bulky items at the curb is illegal dumping.
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