Mesa Bulk Trash Pickup Rules (2026 Rules & Calendar)
Bulk pickup is listed as available for up to 4 items per collection. Bulk item pickup is available to Mesa Solid Waste customers for an additional fee starting at $31 per load (approximately 4x8x4 feet). Service must be scheduled in advance online or by calling 480-644-6789. Staff confirm pickup dates within 3 business days.
Mesa bulk pickup rules
| Collection rule | Bulk item pickup is available to Mesa Solid Waste customers for an additional fee starting at $31 per load (approximately 4x8x4 feet). Service must be scheduled in advance online or by calling 480-644-6789. Staff confirm pickup dates within 3 business days. |
|---|---|
| Limit per pickup | 4 items |
| Permitted materials | Furniture |
| Advance notice | Required before collection. |
| Dispatch phone | 480-644-6789 |
Allowed vs. disallowed bulk materials
Furniture
AcceptedTables, chairs, couches, dressers, and bookshelves are accepted for bulk pickup.
Appliances
Accepted with conditionsLarge appliances like refrigerators, stoves, and washing machines must be scheduled through the separate Appliance Recycling Program.
Construction debris
Not acceptedMortar, concrete, plaster, bricks, rocks, and hazardous materials are not accepted curbside.
How to throw away a mattress in Mesa
Follow the listed bulk rule: Bulk item pickup is available to Mesa Solid Waste customers for an additional fee starting at $31 per load (approximately 4x8x4 feet). Service must be scheduled in advance online or by calling 480-644-6789. Staff confirm pickup dates within 3 business days.
Special disposal mandates
Plastic mattress encasement: The listed rules do not require mattress bagging. Confirm any material-specific handling instructions before pickup. Read mattress bagging laws →
Freon sticker for refrigerant appliances: The sticker requirement has not been verified. Confirm the appliance procedure with dispatch.
Mesa Curbside Scavenging & Trash Picking Rules
Whether you want usable items salvaged before the compactor crushes them or you are looking for scrap metal, understand the local curbside legal boundaries in Mesa.
Public Curb vs. City Cart Ownership
Under federal precedent, property discarded in public rights-of-way is legally abandoned. However, many municipal ordinances classify materials placed inside official city-owned recycling carts as city property. Removing materials from inside containers can trigger municipal pilfering fines.
Mark Usable Items with a "FREE" Sign
If you want scrap metal collectors or neighbors to haul away working appliances, lawnmowers, or furniture before bulk pickup day, tape a clear "FREE" sign to the item and place it directly on the curb line away from your private driveway.
Mesa Area Landfills & Citizen Drop-Off Stations
When you have large renovation loads, dirt, concrete, or bulky waste exceeding curbside limits, self-haul directly to a verified transfer station or county landfill serving Maricopa County.
📍 2412 N. Center St., Bldg. 2, Mesa, AZ 85201
Drop-off center for household paints, automotive fluids, batteries, and yard chemicals. Also features the resident Swap Shop.
📍 6711 S. Mountain Rd., Mesa, AZ 85212
Participating transfer facility in the City of Mesa Landfill Use Program for loads up to 2,000 pounds with utility bill voucher.
📍 4660 N. Beeline Hwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Regional landfill partner accommodating residential solid waste and vegetative material for City of Mesa utility customers.
All open truck beds and trailers must be secured with a tarp. Unsecured loads face an immediate $20 to $50 state fee at the scale.
Most facilities have a minimum entry fee ($25 to $45) covering up to 1,000 lbs, with prorated per-ton rates for heavier commercial debris.
To receive discounted residential gate rates, bring a valid state driver license and a current local municipal water or utility bill.
If your project exceeds city bulk limits, review our dumpster rental vs. bulk pickup cost comparison or read our construction debris weight guide.
Local disposal alternatives in Maricopa County
For items that cannot go at the curb, check these official disposal resources. Confirm accepted materials, residency requirements, fees, and hours before visiting.
Mesa Household Hazardous Materials (HHM) Facility
2412 N. Center St., Bldg. 2, Mesa, AZ 85201
Drop-off center for household paints, automotive fluids, batteries, and yard chemicals. Also features the resident Swap Shop.
Republic Services Mesa Transfer Station
6711 S. Mountain Rd., Mesa, AZ 85212
Participating transfer facility in the City of Mesa Landfill Use Program for loads up to 2,000 pounds with utility bill voucher.
Salt River Landfill
4660 N. Beeline Hwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Regional landfill partner accommodating residential solid waste and vegetative material for City of Mesa utility customers.
The nearest eligible transfer station or landfill depends on your address and the material. These resources are not ranked by distance.
DPW & sanitation contact
City of Mesa Solid Waste Management Department · municipal dpw
Phone: 480-644-2221
730 N. Mesa Dr.Mesa, AZ 85201
These collection rules cover Zone City of Mesa Curbside Service Area.
Trash & recycling questions
What days is trash collected in Mesa, AZ?
Listed trash collection days are Monday and Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday and Friday. Set containers out Place the barrel out anytime after 6 p.m. the night before but no later than 6 a.m. on your scheduled collection day, including all holidays. Remove the barrel from the curb no later than 6 a.m. the following day.. These rules apply to Zone City of Mesa Curbside Service Area.
Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Mesa?
As of 2026-10-10: No observed holidays this week. Collections follow the regular schedule. The listed holiday policy keeps regular pickup dates unchanged. No observed holidays are listed. These rules apply to Zone City of Mesa Curbside Service Area.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Mesa?
Bulk item pickup is available to Mesa Solid Waste customers for an additional fee starting at $31 per load (approximately 4x8x4 feet). Service must be scheduled in advance online or by calling 480-644-6789. Staff confirm pickup dates within 3 business days. The listed limit is 4 items per pickup. Advance notice is required. Contact sanitation at 480-644-6789 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone City of Mesa Curbside Service Area.
What items are accepted for recycling in Mesa?
The listed accepted materials are Metal food cans and aluminum beverage cans, Clean and flat corrugated cardboard and paperboard boxes, Paper (mail, newspapers, magazines, office paper, cereal and soda boxes), Plastic containers (water bottles, milk jugs, detergent containers, produce clamshells, yogurt tubs), Glass bottles and jars of all colors. Keep these listed prohibited items out: Plastic bags or bagged recyclables (keep all items loose, clean, dry, and empty), Greasy or food-soiled pizza boxes, Shredded paper (bag and dispose of with regular trash), Batteries and electronic items (deliver to Household Hazardous Materials facility), Yard waste, landscape trimmings, motor oil, and hazardous chemicals. Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone City of Mesa Curbside Service Area.