Portland Bulk Trash Pickup Rules (2026 Rules & Calendar)
Bulk pickup is listed as available for up to 5 items per collection. Homeowners and residents may schedule curbside pickup of large bulky items including furniture, appliances, mattresses, and tree stumps through their assigned garbage hauler for a set fee. Contact your hauler at least one week in advance to schedule a date. Do not place items on the curb until your confirmed pickup day.
Portland bulk pickup rules
| Collection rule | Homeowners and residents may schedule curbside pickup of large bulky items including furniture, appliances, mattresses, and tree stumps through their assigned garbage hauler for a set fee. Contact your hauler at least one week in advance to schedule a date. Do not place items on the curb until your confirmed pickup day. |
|---|---|
| Limit per pickup | 5 items |
| Permitted materials | Furniture, Appliances |
| Advance notice | Required before collection. |
| Dispatch phone | 503-823-7202 |
Allowed vs. disallowed bulk materials
Furniture
AcceptedCouches, dressers, tables, and mattresses are collected through scheduled hauler bulky pickup or self-haul drop-off at Metro transfer stations.
Appliances
AcceptedRefrigerators, washers, dryers, and water heaters are collected through scheduled hauler service or drop-off for metal recycling.
Construction debris
Accepted with conditionsRemodeling waste, concrete, and large building debris require drop-off at Metro transfer stations or private roll-off dumpster rental.
How to throw away a mattress in Portland
Follow the listed bulk rule: Homeowners and residents may schedule curbside pickup of large bulky items including furniture, appliances, mattresses, and tree stumps through their assigned garbage hauler for a set fee. Contact your hauler at least one week in advance to schedule a date. Do not place items on the curb until your confirmed pickup day.
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.
Portland 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 Portland.
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.
Portland 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 Multnomah County.
📍 6161 NW 61st Ave, Portland, OR 97210
Public drop-off facility for bulky household waste, mattresses, yard debris, and household hazardous waste.
📍 2001 Washington St, Oregon City, OR 97045
Regional transfer station accepting household garbage, recycling, bulky items, electronics, and hazardous waste.
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 Multnomah County
For items that cannot go at the curb, check these official disposal resources. Confirm accepted materials, residency requirements, fees, and hours before visiting.
Metro Central Transfer Station
6161 NW 61st Ave, Portland, OR 97210
Public drop-off facility for bulky household waste, mattresses, yard debris, and household hazardous waste.
Metro South Transfer Station
2001 Washington St, Oregon City, OR 97045
Regional transfer station accepting household garbage, recycling, bulky items, electronics, and hazardous waste.
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 Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability · municipal dpw
Phone: 503-823-7202
1900 SW 4th Ave, Suite 7100Portland, OR 97201
These collection rules cover Zone City of Portland Curbside Collection Routes.
Trash & recycling questions
What days is trash collected in Portland, OR?
Listed trash collection days are Monday and Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday and Friday. Set containers out Set out bins at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your scheduled pickup day and remove them within 24 hours. Haulers service routes between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.. These rules apply to Zone City of Portland Curbside Collection Routes.
Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Portland?
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, Christmas Day. These rules apply to Zone City of Portland Curbside Collection Routes.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Portland?
Homeowners and residents may schedule curbside pickup of large bulky items including furniture, appliances, mattresses, and tree stumps through their assigned garbage hauler for a set fee. Contact your hauler at least one week in advance to schedule a date. Do not place items on the curb until your confirmed pickup day. The listed limit is 5 items per pickup. Advance notice is required. Contact sanitation at 503-823-7202 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone City of Portland Curbside Collection Routes.
What items are accepted for recycling in Portland?
The listed accepted materials are Paper and cardboard (flattened shipping boxes, cereal boxes, newspaper, mail, magazines, paper bags), Metal food and beverage cans (aluminum cans, steel soup cans rinsed clean), Plastic bottles, tubs, and jugs (drink bottles, milk jugs, yogurt tubs, shampoo bottles rinsed clean), Glass bottles and jars (collected separately in yellow rectangular bin or rigid tub), Household batteries and motor oil (accepted curbside in clear plastic bags or jugs placed on glass bin). Keep these listed prohibited items out: Plastic bags, plastic film wrap, and bubble wrap (strictly prohibited in blue carts), Glass mixed into the blue recycling bin (must go into separate yellow glass bin), Takeout food containers, coffee cups, and paper plates, Styrofoam and foam packaging materials, Food waste and yard trimmings (place in green compost roll cart). Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone City of Portland Curbside Collection Routes.