Amarillo Bulk Trash Pickup Rules (2026 Rules & Calendar)
Bulk pickup is listed as available for up to 8 items per collection. The City of Amarillo offers free curbside pick-up for bulky household items like furniture, appliances, and tree limbs. Schedule online or by calling 806-378-6813. Items are picked up within 1 to 3 business days of the scheduled date.
Amarillo bulk pickup rules
| Collection rule | The City of Amarillo offers free curbside pick-up for bulky household items like furniture, appliances, and tree limbs. Schedule online or by calling 806-378-6813. Items are picked up within 1 to 3 business days of the scheduled date. |
|---|---|
| Limit per pickup | 8 items |
| Permitted materials | No unconditional accepted-material list is verified. Confirm eligibility before putting items out. |
| Advance notice | Required before collection. |
| Dispatch phone | 806-378-6813 |
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 Amarillo
Follow the listed bulk rule: The City of Amarillo offers free curbside pick-up for bulky household items like furniture, appliances, and tree limbs. Schedule online or by calling 806-378-6813. Items are picked up within 1 to 3 business days of the scheduled date.
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. Large appliances and bulky items are collected free at the curb by appointment, or may be brought directly to the Amarillo Landfill.
Amarillo 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 Amarillo.
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.
Amarillo 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 Potter County.
📍 16250 Bezner Dr, Amarillo, TX 79124
Municipal regional landfill open Monday through Saturday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. City residents with current utility accounts can drop off general household waste, bulky furniture, and appliances without gate fees.
📍 509 E 7th Ave, Amarillo, TX 79101
Main customer service and routing operations center for cart repair, alley dumpster management, and scheduled curbside bulky pickup requests.
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 Potter County
For items that cannot go at the curb, check these official disposal resources. Confirm accepted materials, residency requirements, fees, and hours before visiting.
Amarillo Landfill
16250 Bezner Dr, Amarillo, TX 79124
Municipal regional landfill open Monday through Saturday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. City residents with current utility accounts can drop off general household waste, bulky furniture, and appliances without gate fees.
Amarillo Solid Waste Administration
509 E 7th Ave, Amarillo, TX 79101
Main customer service and routing operations center for cart repair, alley dumpster management, and scheduled curbside bulky pickup requests.
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 Amarillo Public Works Department Solid Waste Collection Division · municipal dpw
Phone: 806-378-6813
509 E 7th AveAmarillo, TX 79101
These collection rules cover Zone Amarillo Residential Collection Routes.
Trash & recycling questions
What days is trash collected in Amarillo, TX?
Listed trash collection days are Monday and Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday and Friday. Set containers out place the cart near the curb with the handle facing the curb and the arrows on the lid pointing towards the street. Allow at least five feet of clearance around the cart for easy collection. Avoid placing the cart within twelve feet of low-hanging tree limbs or obstructions.. These rules apply to Zone Amarillo Residential Collection Routes.
Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Amarillo?
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 Amarillo Residential Collection Routes.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Amarillo?
The City of Amarillo offers free curbside pick-up for bulky household items like furniture, appliances, and tree limbs. Schedule online or by calling 806-378-6813. Items are picked up within 1 to 3 business days of the scheduled date. The listed limit is 8 items per pickup. Advance notice is required. Contact sanitation at 806-378-6813 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone Amarillo Residential Collection Routes.
What items are accepted for recycling in Amarillo?
The listed accepted materials are Used motor oil and oil filters (at designated drop-off centers), Clean aluminum and tin food and beverage cans, Corrugated cardboard boxes (flattened at city library and park containers). Keep these listed prohibited items out: Bulky trash and furniture placed in alleyway dumpsters, Plastic bags and household trash mixed into cardboard bins, Hazardous chemicals and liquid paint (schedule with HHW program). Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone Amarillo Residential Collection Routes.