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Printable guide · for tenants, landlords and property managersGetting rid of bulky items in Denver, CO
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Denver takes bagged and wrapped mattresses in Large Item Pickup, which comes every nine weeks.[1]
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Pickup schedule: Large Item Pickup every 9 weeks on trash day (source: Denver: Large Item Pickup, verified Oct 21, 2026).
The rules
- Every nine weeks on your regular trash day; up to 5 large items and 10 bags.[1]
- Out by 6 a.m., at least 2 ft from carts, cars and poles. Setting out at other times counts as illegal dumping.[1]
- Mattresses and box springs must be bagged and wrapped.[1]
- Not accepted: electronics, appliances, hazardous materials, tires.[1]
Drop-off sites
- Cherry Creek Recycling and Compost Drop-off, 7400 Cherry Creek S Dr, Denver, CO 80231. Tue 9 AM-12 PM, Wed 9 AM-12 PM, Thu 9 AM-12 PM, Fri 9 AM-12 PM, Sat 8 AM-12 PM. Source · verified Oct 21, 2026.
Hazardous items
Paint, batteries, propane, electronics and chemicals don't go in the trash. See getridmap.com/hazardous/.
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Sources (checked Oct 21, 2026)
- City and County of Denver: https://www.denvergov.org/My-Property/Recycle-Compost-Trash/Large-Item-Pickup