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Toledo Bulk Trash Pickup Rules

Bulk pickup is listed as available for up to 5 items per collection. Beginning January 5, 2026, residents can place up to 5 bulk items at the curb each week with regularly scheduled trash pickup; each item must weigh under 40 lbs; no scheduling needed

Toledo bulk pickup rules

Bulk waste limits and booking rules for Toledo
Collection ruleBeginning January 5, 2026, residents can place up to 5 bulk items at the curb each week with regularly scheduled trash pickup; each item must weigh under 40 lbs; no scheduling needed
Limit per pickup5 items
Permitted materialsNo unconditional accepted-material list is verified. Confirm eligibility before putting items out.
Advance noticeNot required under the listed rules.
Dispatch phone419-936-2511

Allowed vs. disallowed bulk materials

How to throw away a mattress in Toledo

Follow the listed bulk rule: Beginning January 5, 2026, residents can place up to 5 bulk items at the curb each week with regularly scheduled trash pickup; each item must weigh under 40 lbs; no scheduling needed

Special disposal mandates

Plastic mattress encasement: The listed rules do not require mattress bagging. Confirm any material-specific handling instructions before pickup.

Freon sticker for refrigerant appliances: The sticker requirement has not been verified. Confirm the appliance procedure with dispatch.

Local disposal alternatives in Lucas County

For items that cannot go at the curb, check these official disposal resources. Confirm accepted materials, residency requirements, fees, and hours before visiting.

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 (City of Toledo Department of Public Service) · contractor

Phone: 419-936-2511

One Government Center
Toledo, OH 43604
Visit Official Toledo Sanitation Portal Official municipality portal at toledo.oh.gov

These collection rules cover Zone Toledo Citywide Curbside Routes.

Trash & recycling questions

What days is trash collected in Toledo, OH?

Listed trash collection days are Monday and Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday and Friday. Set containers out Set out on the curb the night before your scheduled pickup; promptly put away once collection is complete. These rules apply to Zone Toledo Citywide Curbside Routes.

Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Toledo?

As of 2026-09-23: 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, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day. These rules apply to Zone Toledo Citywide Curbside Routes.

How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Toledo?

Beginning January 5, 2026, residents can place up to 5 bulk items at the curb each week with regularly scheduled trash pickup; each item must weigh under 40 lbs; no scheduling needed The listed limit is 5 items per pickup. Advance notice is not required under the listed rules. Contact sanitation at 419-936-2511 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone Toledo Citywide Curbside Routes.

What items are accepted for recycling in Toledo?

The listed accepted materials are Paper and cardboard, Plastic bottles and jugs, Glass bottles and jars, Metal food and beverage cans. Keep these listed prohibited items out: Plastic bags, Food remnants or greasy boxes, Styrofoam, Hazardous chemicals, Yard waste in recycling containers. Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone Toledo Citywide Curbside Routes.