Bulk Item Disposal: Fontana vs Ontario
How do bulk item disposal rules compare between Fontana, CA and Ontario, CA?
Fontana and Ontario have similar restriction levels.
Fontana, CA
San Bernardino County
Fontana residents receive bulky item pickups from Burrtec as part of their service. Schedule by phone; items like furniture, mattresses, and large appliances must be placed curbside on the assigned day.
View full Fontana rules →Ontario, CA
San Bernardino County
Ontario residents get up to 4 free bulky item pickups per year from Burrtec, scheduled at least 24 hours in advance by calling (909) 947-3945 or through the MyBurrtec portal.
View full Ontario rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Fontana | Ontario |
|---|---|---|
| Bulk pickup provider | Burrtec | - |
| Scheduling | Call in advance | 24-hour notice required |
| Curbside set-out | By 6:00 a.m. | - |
| Illegal dumping penalty | Fines under Municipal Code | - |
| Free pickups | - | 4 per year |
| Items per pickup | - | Up to 3 bulky items |
| Not accepted | - | Paint, oil, tires, batteries |
| Contact | - | Burrtec (909) 947-3945 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Fontana FAQ
How do I schedule a bulky item pickup?
Call Burrtec customer service ahead of your regular collection day. Keep the confirmation and set items out on the scheduled morning.
Can I take bulky items directly to the landfill?
Yes, residents may self-haul to permitted county facilities. Dumping on streets or vacant lots is illegal and fined.
Ontario FAQ
How do I get rid of a couch in Ontario?
Call Burrtec at (909) 947-3945 or book online to schedule one of your four free bulky pickups per year. Place the couch at the curb the evening before the scheduled date.
Can I put paint cans out for bulky pickup?
No. Paint, motor oil, and other household hazardous waste must be taken to the West Valley HHW facility in Fontana for free disposal.
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