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Representative ZIP 93301
Representative ZIP 93301
Bulk Trash Pickup in Bakersfield, CA — 2026 Schedule & Rules
Quick Answer
Bakersfield bulk trash: Appointment-based curbside pickup
Residents must call the City of Bakersfield Solid Waste Division at 661-326-3114 to schedule an appointment.
Bakersfield bulk trash at a glance
| Service type | Appointment-based curbside pickup |
|---|---|
| How to schedule | Residents must call the City of Bakersfield Solid Waste Division at 661-326-3114 to schedule an appointment. |
| How often / limits | Up to two (2) items once every three months (quarterly) at no additional charge for eligible residents; businesses may use the service for a fee starting at $60.75 per appointment. |
| Where to place items | Items must be placed at the front curb by 6:00 AM on the scheduled appointment day; pickup service is not available in alleys. |
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What you can & can’t put out in Bakersfield
| ✓ Accepted | ✗ Not accepted |
|---|---|
| Furniture, mattresses, box springs, major appliances (refrigerators, stoves, etc.), electronics (TVs, monitors, computers), oversized toys (e.g., swing sets), water heaters, BBQ grills, small window AC units, rugs/area rugs | Propane, construction debris, cabinets, carpets, toilets, spas, pool tables, large AC units, items over 300 lbs |
Regular trash & recycling in Bakersfield
| Trash | Trash is collected weekly by the City’s Solid Waste Division using 96-gallon tan, gray, or black garbage carts; carts must be at the curb by 6:00 AM. |
|---|---|
| Recycling | Recycling is collected weekly using a 96-gallon blue cart for materials like cardboard, paper, plastics #1-7, glass, and metal, along with a 64-gallon green organics recycling cart. |
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Bakersfield bulk trash — frequently asked questions
How do I schedule a bulk trash pickup in Bakersfield?
Residents must call the City of Bakersfield Solid Waste Division at 661-326-3114 to schedule an appointment. You can book directly on the official Bakersfield bulk trash page.
How many bulk pickups do I get, and are there limits?
Up to two (2) items once every three months (quarterly) at no additional charge for eligible residents; businesses may use the service for a fee starting at $60.75 per appointment.
Where and when do I place items for pickup?
Items must be placed at the front curb by 6:00 AM on the scheduled appointment day; pickup service is not available in alleys.
What items will Bakersfield NOT take?
Propane, construction debris, cabinets, carpets, toilets, spas, pool tables, large AC units, items over 300 lbs For items the city won’t accept, a local junk-removal service can usually haul them same-day.
Official Bakersfield resources
Rules and schedules for Bakersfield, California 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 Bakersfield pages linked above before scheduling.