Union City residents are eligible for two free bulky-item collections per year, scheduled with Republic Services. Items that don't fit in the cart must be set out only after scheduling, or they count as illegal dumping.
Union City residents receive two free bulky-item collections per year for large items that do not fit in the regular carts (furniture, mattresses, appliances, and similar items). Collections are scheduled by calling Republic Services at 510-657-3500 (or via RepublicServicesAC.com). Bulky items may only be placed at the curb after a pickup has been scheduled; setting items out without an appointment is treated as illegal dumping. Household hazardous waste (paint, batteries, fluorescent bulbs, pesticides, electronics, treated wood) is not accepted in bulky pickup and must be taken to the Alameda County Household Hazardous Waste facility or a designated drop-off. General questions go to Union City Recycles at 510-675-5433.
Placing bulky items at the curb without scheduling, or setting out prohibited items such as hazardous waste, electronics, or construction debris, is treated as illegal dumping under the City's Litter provisions (UCMC Ch. 7.04) and California Penal Code §374.3.
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