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Couch Disposal & Donation in Alhambra, CA

Alhambra residents can set sofas at the curb on cart day for free Republic pickup; more than six items need scheduling.

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

2 ways to get rid of a couch in Alhambra

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · AlhambraNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $115.00
    How it works

    Book online, set out your couch and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.

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  2. Republic Services weekly curbside bulky item pickup (Alhambra)Pickup service · AlhambraAlhambra residentsFree
    How it works

    Free curbside bulky item collection on cart service day for Alhambra homes, apartments and businesses (more than six items, e-waste and appliances must be scheduled); 800-299-4898.

    Cost & rules
    • Set out by 6 a.m. on your cart day; six or fewer furniture items need no appointment, more than six must be scheduled at 800-299-4898.

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Before you go

  1. Check whether it’s clean and intact enough to donate; many charities turn down stains, tears or pet damage.
  2. Ask whether sectional pieces or a sleeper sofa are priced separately.
  3. Confirm the fee, and whether you bring it in or schedule a pickup.
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California rules

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • City of Alhambra: Bulky Item Pick Up (opens in new tab) · City of Alhambra
    • Residents can put bulky items at the curb on cart service days for no additional cost. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Bulky item pickup is a free service with Republic Services; high volumes may need paid roll-off service. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Six or fewer items need no scheduling; more than six must be scheduled with Republic. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Contact Republic at alhambra@republicservices.com or 800-299-4898. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted furniture: chairs, sofas, mattresses, rugs, cabinets, futons, beds, box springs and tables. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • DTSC: Universal Waste (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
    • DTSC says universal wastes (batteries, electronic waste, CRTs, lamps, mercury wastes, non-empty aerosol cans and PV modules) must go to a designated handler or recycler and cannot go in household trash or landfills. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
    • It is illegal to dispose of household hazardous waste in the trash, down the drain, or by abandonment; it must go to a household hazardous waste facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • DTSC lists antifreeze, batteries, e-waste, household cleaners, paints, pesticides, pool cleaners, solvents, used oil and mercury wastes among common household hazardous wastes. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Many cities and counties run household hazardous waste collection programs; DTSC keeps a map of HHW facilities. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Many HHW facilities keep set days and hours, some cap daily amounts, some only hold events once or twice a year, and many require an appointment. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • CalRecycle: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · CalRecycle
    • CalRecycle says it is illegal to dispose of hazardous waste in the garbage, down storm drains or onto the ground. Checked October 26, 2026.

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