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Representative ZIP 85281
Representative ZIP 85281
Bulk Trash Pickup in Tempe, AZ — 2026 Schedule & Rules
Quick Answer
Tempe bulk trash: Set bi-monthly week
No scheduling is required for the bi-monthly service. Residents can contact Tempe 311 at 480-350-4311 or use the Tempe 311 online portal/app for questions or special requests.
Tempe bulk trash at a glance
| Service type | Set bi-monthly week |
|---|---|
| How to schedule | No scheduling is required for the bi-monthly service. Residents can contact Tempe 311 at 480-350-4311 or use the Tempe 311 online portal/app for questions or special requests. |
| How often / limits | Every other month; limited to 10 cubic yards (approximately the size of a small SUV) |
| Where to place items | Place items by 6 a.m. on Monday of the scheduled week, no earlier than 10 days prior. Separate trash and green organics into two piles 4 feet apart and 4 feet away from obstacles. |
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What you can & can’t put out in Tempe
| ✓ Accepted | ✗ Not accepted |
|---|---|
| Furniture, mattresses, bagged trash, small appliances without freon, washers, microwaves, tree trimmings (max 4ft length, 19in diameter), cactus clippings, palm fronds, oleanders | Refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, ac units (freon), tires, unbagged waste, glass, mirrors, hazardous waste, car parts, dirt, rocks, concrete, construction/remodeling debris |
Regular trash & recycling in Tempe
| Trash | Weekly curbside or alley collection is provided by the City of Tempe. All trash must be bagged and tied before being placed inside the container. |
|---|---|
| Recycling | Weekly curbside collection is provided for cardboard, paper, plastic jars/bottles, and metal cans. Materials must be placed loosely in the blue bin, not bagged. |
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Tempe bulk trash — frequently asked questions
How do I schedule a bulk trash pickup in Tempe?
No scheduling is required for the bi-monthly service. Residents can contact Tempe 311 at 480-350-4311 or use the Tempe 311 online portal/app for questions or special requests. You can book directly on the official Tempe bulk trash page.
How many bulk pickups do I get, and are there limits?
Every other month; limited to 10 cubic yards (approximately the size of a small SUV)
Where and when do I place items for pickup?
Place items by 6 a.m. on Monday of the scheduled week, no earlier than 10 days prior. Separate trash and green organics into two piles 4 feet apart and 4 feet away from obstacles.
What items will Tempe NOT take?
Refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, ac units (freon), tires, unbagged waste, glass, mirrors, hazardous waste, car parts, dirt, rocks, concrete, construction/remodeling debris For items the city won’t accept, a local junk-removal service can usually haul them same-day.
Official Tempe resources
Rules and schedules for Tempe, Arizona are set by the local government or its waste hauler and can change.
We verify against official city sources, but always confirm current details on the official Tempe pages linked above before scheduling.