Boise Bulk Trash Pickup Rules (2026 Rules & Calendar)
Bulk pickup is listed as available for up to 6 items per collection. Boise residential customers are entitled to up to six large items collected per year upon request, free of charge. Large items must be placed at the curb or in the alley for pick-up. Call Republic Services at (208) 345-1266 to schedule large item collection.
Boise bulk pickup rules
| Collection rule | Boise residential customers are entitled to up to six large items collected per year upon request, free of charge. Large items must be placed at the curb or in the alley for pick-up. Call Republic Services at (208) 345-1266 to schedule large item collection. |
|---|---|
| Limit per pickup | 6 items |
| Permitted materials | No unconditional accepted-material list is verified. Confirm eligibility before putting items out. |
| Advance notice | Required before collection. |
| Dispatch phone | 208-345-1266 |
Allowed vs. disallowed bulk materials
Furniture
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
Appliances
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
Construction debris
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
How to throw away a mattress in Boise
Follow the listed bulk rule: Boise residential customers are entitled to up to six large items collected per year upon request, free of charge. Large items must be placed at the curb or in the alley for pick-up. Call Republic Services at (208) 345-1266 to schedule large item collection.
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: Not required under the listed rules. Appliances such as refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners must be empty. Freon is safely removed and recovered by the collection service prior to recycling.
Boise 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 Boise.
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.
Boise 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 Ada County.
📍 10300 N Seamans Gulch Rd, Boise, ID 83714
Primary regional sanitary landfill and waste facility serving Boise and Ada County, accepting municipal solid waste, construction debris, and household hazardous materials.
📍 10300 N Seamans Gulch Rd, Boise, ID 83714
Permanent drop-off depot for solvents, paints, automotive fluids, batteries, mercury devices, and electronics, free for residential Boise households.
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 Ada County
For items that cannot go at the curb, check these official disposal resources. Confirm accepted materials, residency requirements, fees, and hours before visiting.
Ada County Landfill (Hidden Hollow)
10300 N Seamans Gulch Rd, Boise, ID 83714
Primary regional sanitary landfill and waste facility serving Boise and Ada County, accepting municipal solid waste, construction debris, and household hazardous materials.
Boise Household Hazardous Waste Facility
10300 N Seamans Gulch Rd, Boise, ID 83714
Permanent drop-off depot for solvents, paints, automotive fluids, batteries, mercury devices, and electronics, free for residential Boise households.
The nearest eligible transfer station or landfill depends on your address and the material. These resources are not ranked by distance.
DPW & sanitation contact
Republic Services under City of Boise Public Works Curb It Program · contractor
Phone: 208-345-1266
150 N Capitol BlvdBoise, ID 83702
These collection rules cover Zone Boise Curbside Collection Routes.
Trash & recycling questions
What days is trash collected in Boise, ID?
Listed trash collection days are Monday and Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday and Friday. Set containers out Set carts out by 6:00 a.m. on your collection day, and remove them from the street within 24 hours. Place cart against the curb or along the alley with handle pointing toward your residence and 3 feet of clearance.. These rules apply to Zone Boise Curbside Collection Routes.
Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Boise?
As of 2026-10-10: No observed holidays this week. Collections follow the regular schedule. A listed holiday shifts that day and the remaining collection days in its service week by one day. Observed holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day. These rules apply to Zone Boise Curbside Collection Routes.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Boise?
Boise residential customers are entitled to up to six large items collected per year upon request, free of charge. Large items must be placed at the curb or in the alley for pick-up. Call Republic Services at (208) 345-1266 to schedule large item collection. The listed limit is 6 items per pickup. Advance notice is required. Contact sanitation at 208-345-1266 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone Boise Curbside Collection Routes.
What items are accepted for recycling in Boise?
The listed accepted materials are Corrugated cardboard (flattened, must fit inside cart), Paper, newspapers, magazines, catalogs, paperboard (cereal and tissue boxes), Office paper, envelopes, and post-it notes, Aluminum and steel tin cans, Plastic bottles, jugs, and jars labeled #1 and #2, Plastic food tubs labeled #5. Keep these listed prohibited items out: Plastic bags and plastic films (grocery bags, trash bags, shrink wrap), Glass bottles and jars (use Boise dedicated glass drop-off sites or glass service), Foam materials, styrofoam, and packing peanuts, Household hazardous waste, batteries, and electronics, Food scraps and yard debris (place in compost cart). Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone Boise Curbside Collection Routes.