Tacoma trash & bulky-item rules
Tacoma’s Call-2-Haul program gives active residential solid-waste customers two included bulky-waste opportunities per year, which can be used as curbside pickups or self-haul visits under the current program.
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Quick answer
Tacoma’s Call-2-Haul program is part of residential solid-waste service. Eligible customers can use two included events per year and choose the current curbside or self-haul format that fits the material.
One Call-2-Haul covers up to three large items plus fifteen bags or boxes. Exceeding that uses a double haul and both residential annual allowances. Book curbside or self-haul at 253-573-2468; the self-haul benefit also requires an appointment.
Furniture, mattresses and household bulky material
Large household furniture and appliances are among the program’s accepted categories. Yard equipment can also qualify under the current rules.
Have only approved items ready at the front curb by 7 a.m. on the booked day; use the approved location for a multifamily property. Empty gas/oil and remove batteries from eligible yard power equipment. Change or cancel at least one business day before collection.
Appliances, electronics, tires and hazardous items
Accepted large examples include mattresses, furniture, refrigerators, freezers and other appliances. TVs, computers/monitors, tires, HHW, construction debris and yard waste are excluded from Call-2-Haul. Fuel-powered riding mowers are not accepted.
Ask Call-2-Haul or the City facility which route applies before transporting special material.
Renovation debris and larger cleanouts
Construction debris and lumber are not ordinary cart material and can require a different disposal route.
The included residential benefit applies to qualifying solid-waste accounts. Larger multifamily service has published fees of $115 for a single haul and $230 for a double haul; confirm account eligibility and arrangements with the manager.
Local drop-off options and fees
City transfer/recovery route for qualifying resident waste and special materials.
Tacoma’s Household Hazardous Waste facility is at 3510 South Mullen Street, Friday–Monday, 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m., closed Tuesday–Thursday and applicable holidays. Household chemicals use this facility, not a Call-2-Haul pile. Eligible residential customers have HHW/recycling access at no additional charge; ordinary paid garbage self-haul is a separate service.
Before set-out
- Verify the service address. Confirm that City of Tacoma Solid Waste Management or its listed provider actually serves the property.
Official sources
For Tacoma, start with the local authority links below. Recheck them before a special trip or unusual set-out because programs, prices and facility hours can change.
- Tacoma — Call-2-HaulCurrent 2026 limits, residential versus multifamily fees and appointment rules. Checked October 2, 2026.
- Tacoma — Call-2-Haul FlyerThree large plus fifteen small items, preparation and exclusions. Checked October 2, 2026.
- Tacoma — Hazardous Waste GuideSeparate household facility and current Friday–Monday hours. Checked October 2, 2026.
- Tacoma — Rates and ServicesIncluded resident HHW/recycling and general-disposal residency proof. Checked October 2, 2026.