Recology San Mateo County provides scheduled bulk item pickups for residential customers. Additional large items may be taken to the Ox Mountain Landfill or Shoreway Environmental Center. E-waste and hazardous waste require special handling.
Bulk waste disposal in San Mateo is provided through Recology San Mateo County. Residential customers can schedule bulk pickups by calling 650-595-3900. Accepted items include furniture, appliances (CFC-containing appliances may have additional handling), mattresses, and large household items. The Shoreway Environmental Center in San Carlos accepts many recyclable and reusable items. Electronic waste must be taken to designated e-waste drop-off locations. Hazardous waste including paint, chemicals, batteries, and fluorescent bulbs must be taken to the San Mateo County Household Hazardous Waste facility. Construction debris requires commercial disposal at Ox Mountain Landfill or licensed facilities.
Illegal dumping on streets or public property is a misdemeanor. Improper hazardous waste disposal violates state and federal environmental law.
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