Default rule and exceptions
San José provides no-cost curbside 'Junk Pickup' by 311 appointment (up to 12 items per request, same day as regular collection), and excludes glass, mirrors, construction debris, hazardous waste, and bed-bug-infested items.
| Party | What they are responsible for |
|---|---|
| City / sanitation | San José's Environmental Services Department provides free Junk Pickup by 311 appointment, up to 12 items per request, for both owners and renters at single-family and multi-family properties. |
| Property owner | Resident must separately dispose of glass, mirrors, construction debris, hazardous waste, and bed-bug-infested items, which are excluded from Junk Pickup. |
| Exceptions | Glass; Mirrors; Construction debris; Hazardous waste; Items with bed bugs |
What the source says
Last verified against the primary source on Sep 13, 2026.
San José's Junk Pickup program is available at no cost for single-family homes and multi-family complexes. Both property owners and renters can use the service.
No glass, mirrors, construction debris, hazardous waste, or items with bed bugs.
Requests may include up to 12 items for pickup. ... Appointments are scheduled on the same day(s) as your regular recycling and garbage collection.
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Common questions
Who pays for bulk trash / junk removal in San Jose, CA?
The city / utility. San José's Environmental Services Department provides free Junk Pickup by 311 appointment, up to 12 items per request, for both owners and renters at single-family and multi-family properties.
Are there exceptions in San Jose, CA?
Glass; Mirrors; Construction debris; Hazardous waste; Items with bed bugs
What is this based on for San Jose, CA?
This verdict is sourced to Junk Pickup and 3 sources in total, each independently re-checked before publication.
Sources
- Junk Pickupofficial-guide · verified-primary · accessed 2026-09-13
- List of Acceptable Items (Junk Pickup)official-guide · verified-primary · accessed 2026-09-13
- Junk Pickupofficial-guide · verified-primary · accessed 2026-09-27
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