San Jose offers free bulky item pickup for residential customers through the City's waste collection program. Residents may schedule up to two free bulky item pickups per year for items such as furniture, appliances, mattresses, and large electronics. Items must be placed at the curb on the scheduled day. The City also operates the San Jose Reuse and Recycling Center for drop-off of large items, construction debris, and materials not accepted in curbside collection.
Bulky item pickups must be scheduled in advance through the City's website or by calling 408-535-3500. Items must be manageable by two workers and placed at the curb by 6:00 AM on the scheduled day. Prohibited items include hazardous waste, tires (more than 4), and construction debris (which must go to the drop-off center). The Environmental Services Department also hosts periodic neighborhood cleanup events.
Illegal dumping of bulky items is a misdemeanor under SJMC §9.10.2220 with fines up to $1,000 for first offenses and up to $3,000 for subsequent offenses. The City uses surveillance cameras at known illegal dumping hotspots.
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