Junk Removal in San Bernardino

• Regular household trash in San Bernadino is typically collected once a week in city-issued carts, while recyclables go in a separate cart or bin; residents should bag trash securely, keep lids closed, and avoid putting plastic bags, yard waste, or food scraps into the recycling cart.
• Bulk items like mattresses, sofas, and large appliances often require a scheduled bulky-item pickup; in many parts of San Bernadino, items may be placed at the curb no earlier than the evening before your appointment (for example, after 6 p.m.) and must be out by 6–7 a.m. on collection day.
• There is usually a limit on how much bulk waste can be set out per pickup, often around 3–5 cubic yards (roughly a pile about the size of a small car: 6 ft wide × 8–10 ft long × 3 ft high); larger cleanouts or move-outs typically need multiple appointments or a special collection through a private hauler.
• Residents should separate regular household trash, recyclables (like clean cardboard, cans, and bottles), and bulk items; construction and demolition debris such as concrete, dirt, roofing, and large amounts of lumber are generally not accepted in standard bulk pickup and often must be taken to a landfill, transfer station, or handled by a private junk removal or dumpster service.
• Refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, and other appliances containing refrigerants usually require special handling; in many cases they must be scheduled as specific bulky items, and doors should be removed or secured for safety before placing them at the curb.
• When setting out bulk items in San Bernadino, place them close to the curb but not in the street, and keep sidewalks, driveways, mailboxes, parked cars, and storm drains clear so that collection trucks can safely access your pile.
• Household hazardous waste such as paint, motor oil, pesticides, batteries, and fluorescent bulbs is not allowed in regular trash or bulk pickup and typically must be taken to designated drop-off events or facilities operated by the city or county.

Always confirm current trash, recycling, and bulk pickup rules on the official San Bernadino or San Bernardino County sanitation website before placing items at the curb.