✓ Verified · Updated for 2026
Representative ZIP 95354
Representative ZIP 95354
Bulk Trash Pickup in Modesto, CA — 2026 Schedule & Rules
Quick Answer
Modesto bulk trash: Appointment-based
Residents must contact their designated hauler, Gilton Solid Waste Management (209-527-3781) or Bertolotti Disposal (209-537-8000), or use the hauler’s online portal (Gilton or Bertolotti).
Modesto bulk trash at a glance
| Service type | Appointment-based |
|---|---|
| How to schedule | Residents must contact their designated hauler, Gilton Solid Waste Management (209-527-3781) or Bertolotti Disposal (209-537-8000), or use the hauler’s online portal (Gilton or Bertolotti). |
| How often / limits | Two pickups per calendar year; quantity limits include 1 refrigerator/freezer, 1 AC unit, 2 mattresses/box springs, and 10 pieces of wood (max 8ft long) |
| Where to place items | Place items in the street against the curb no earlier than 6:00 PM the evening before the scheduled appointment; do not block sidewalks, driveways, fire hydrants, or regular collection bins. |
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What you can & can’t put out in Modesto
| ✓ Accepted | ✗ Not accepted |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioners, Appliances (doors removed), Mattresses, Couches, Chairs, Patio Furniture, Tables, Desks, Toilets, Sinks, Tubs, Water Heaters, Bicycles, Exercise Equipment, Carpet (rolled), Plywood (limit 2 sheets), Wood (limit 10 pieces) | Concrete, Asphalt, Construction and Demolition debris, Yard Waste, Hazardous Waste, Chemicals, Household Garbage, TVs, Computer Monitors, Tires, Auto Parts, Plate Glass, Liquids |
Regular trash & recycling in Modesto
| Trash | Household garbage is collected weekly in the black container by franchised haulers Gilton Solid Waste Management or Bertolotti Disposal. City of Modesto Containers |
|---|---|
| Recycling | Recycling is collected every other week in the blue container (accepted: plastics, glass, metals, clean cardboard); organic waste is collected weekly in the green container. City of Modesto Containers |
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Modesto bulk trash — frequently asked questions
How do I schedule a bulk trash pickup in Modesto?
Residents must contact their designated hauler, Gilton Solid Waste Management (209-527-3781) or Bertolotti Disposal (209-537-8000), or use the hauler’s online portal (Gilton or Bertolotti). You can book directly on the official Modesto bulk trash page.
How many bulk pickups do I get, and are there limits?
Two pickups per calendar year; quantity limits include 1 refrigerator/freezer, 1 AC unit, 2 mattresses/box springs, and 10 pieces of wood (max 8ft long)
Where and when do I place items for pickup?
Place items in the street against the curb no earlier than 6:00 PM the evening before the scheduled appointment; do not block sidewalks, driveways, fire hydrants, or regular collection bins.
What items will Modesto NOT take?
Concrete, Asphalt, Construction and Demolition debris, Yard Waste, Hazardous Waste, Chemicals, Household Garbage, TVs, Computer Monitors, Tires, Auto Parts, Plate Glass, Liquids For items the city won’t accept, a local junk-removal service can usually haul them same-day.
Official Modesto resources
Rules and schedules for Modesto, 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 Modesto pages linked above before scheduling.