Oakland offers scheduled bulk item pickup and operates the Davis Street Transfer Station for self-service disposal. Large items require scheduling through Waste Management of Alameda County.
Schedule bulk pickup through Waste Management for furniture, mattresses, and appliances. Each household gets a limited number of free pickups per year. Electronics must go to designated e-waste collection events. Household hazardous waste is accepted at the Alameda County HHW facility. Construction debris requires private hauling. Illegal dumping is a significant issue in Oakland with enhanced enforcement and penalties.
Illegal dumping carries fines up to $10,000 and potential criminal charges under both city and state law. Oakland has dedicated illegal dumping enforcement teams.
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