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Curbside Bulky Item Collection

Curbside bulky item collection is provided twice per year. Customers receive notification on a door hanger of their week of collection 7-10 days before collection begins. These guidelines apply:

  • The date on the door hanger states when your brush pile should be set out. It is NOT the actual day of collection. Collections can take up to a week to complete.
  • Bulky piles should be no more than eight cubic yards and placed within eight feet of the curb.
  • Piles should be ready for pickup no later than 7:00 am on the Monday of the scheduled collection week.
  • Residents can schedule an out of cycle bulky item pick up for a fee by calling 3-1-1 or 210-207-6000.
  • Piles should not be obstructed, in front of parked cars or under low hanging tree limbs.
  • Do not place any material on vacant lots.
  • Hazardous materials are not accepted.
  • Construction materials are not accepted.
  • Up to six passenger car tires are accepted. Commercial tires are not accepted.

Residents will be in violation of City Code, Chapter 14 and may receive a fine of up to $2,000.00 per day along with collection and disposal fees if their pile contains brush, construction or remodeling debris, hazardous materials, mirrors/glass, vehicle parts or electronics. Piles should also not be obstructed or set out after crews have passed the residence.

Accepted Materials

  • Large appliances
  • Water heaters
  • Furniture
  • Mattresses
  • Car tires (6 or fewer, no rims)
  • Carpeting (small pieces)
  • Barbecue grills
  • Fencing
  • TVs (up to 3)

Unacceptable Materials

These items are never allowed in your bulky pile

  • Brush, leaves & yard waste
  • Household hazardous waste
  • Soil & rocks
  • Glass & mirrors
  • Roofing material
  • Concrete
  • Construction or demolition material

Tags, Door Hangers & Flyers

We communicate directly with individual customers in a variety of ways. Here are the methods we use and what the messages mean.