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Rancho Cucamonga vs San Bernardino

How do bulk item disposal rules compare between Rancho Cucamonga, CA and San Bernardino, CA?

Rancho Cucamonga has fewer restrictions than San Bernardino.

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

San Bernardino County

Few Restrictions

Burrtec gives Rancho Cucamonga residents free bulky item pickups several times per year by appointment. Furniture, mattresses, appliances, and e-waste qualify; hazardous materials do not.

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San Bernardino, CA

San Bernardino County

Some Restrictions

San Bernardino residents get several free bulky pickups each year for furniture, mattresses, appliances, and e-waste by appointment. Illegal dumping on streets or lots is a misdemeanor under Municipal Code 8.30.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactRancho CucamongaSan Bernardino
Service costIncluded with residential account-
Scheduling48 hours notice to Burrtec-
Excluded itemsHazardous waste and tiresTires, paint, chemicals, construction debris
E-waste acceptedPer California SB 20-
Contact(909) 987-3717 Burrtec-
Annual pickups-About 4 complimentary bulky appointments per household
Advance notice-Schedule at least 48 hours ahead
Accepted items-Mattresses, furniture, appliances, e-waste
Illegal dumping penalty-Up to 1,000 dollars for a first offense

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Rancho Cucamonga FAQ

How do I schedule a bulky item pickup?

Call Burrtec at least 48 hours in advance to schedule, then place items curbside by 6:00 AM on the assigned day.

What items cannot go out for bulky pickup?

Paint, motor oil, batteries, propane tanks, tires, and construction debris are excluded and must go to the county HHW facility or a transfer station.

San Bernardino FAQ

How do I schedule a bulky pickup in San Bernardino?

Call Integrated Waste at (909) 384-5335 or use the city waste portal. Provide your address, list of items, and preferred pickup date at least 48 hours in advance.

Can I put my old tires out with bulky trash?

No. Tires are excluded and must be taken to the San Bernardino County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility or a tire retailer participating in the state tire recycling program.

What is the fine for leaving a sofa on the curb without an appointment?

Illegal dumping can result in administrative citations starting at several hundred dollars and escalating up to 1,000 dollars for a first offense under Municipal Code 8.30, plus cleanup cost recovery.

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