Couch Disposal & Donation in San José, CA

Couches go out with a no-cost San José Junk Pickup (each sectional piece counts as one item); ReStore San Jose may take sofas in excellent condition as donations.

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

3 ways to get rid of a couch in San José

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · San JoséNo 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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Habitat for Humanity ReStore San JoseDrop-off · 1608 Las Plumas Ave., San JoséConditions applyCost not listed
Where
1608 Las Plumas Ave.
San José, CA 95133
Hours
Donation and recycling drop-off Wednesday–Sunday, 10 am–4 pm.
Cost & rules
Couches
Accepted with conditionsCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Fully intact; not worn, faded, torn, soiled or stained. Staff decide after inspection.
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City of San José Junk PickupCity service · San JoséSan José residentsFree
How it works
No-cost curbside pickup of up to 12 large items per request for San José single-family homes and multi-family complexes, owners and renters. Book through San José 311 (dial 3-1-1 or (408) 535-3500); pickups happen on your regular collection day.
Cost & rules
- Before you go: Each sectional piece counts as one item; cover with plastic if raining.
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Before you go

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

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California rules

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. Source: DTSC: Universal Waste (opens in new tab)
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. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)

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DTSC lists antifreeze, batteries, e-waste, household cleaners, paints, pesticides, pool cleaners, solvents, used oil and mercury wastes among common household hazardous wastes. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
Many cities and counties run household hazardous waste collection programs; DTSC keeps a map of HHW facilities. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
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. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
CalRecycle says it is illegal to dispose of hazardous waste in the garbage, down storm drains or onto the ground. Source: CalRecycle: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)

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Checked October 26, 2026

ReStore Donation Criteria (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley
- ReStore accepts sofas, tables, desks, dressers and other home furniture as donations. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Furniture must be fully intact and not worn, faded, torn, soiled or stained. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Acceptance is at ReStore staff discretion after in-person review. Checked October 26, 2026.
San José residents: Have junk to get rid of? (opens in new tab) · City of San José
- Residents can schedule a no-cost curbside Junk Pickup through San José 311. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Junk Pickup is available at no cost for single-family homes and multi-family complexes, owners and renters. Checked October 26, 2026.
- All items must come from your residence. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Requests may include up to 12 items. Checked October 26, 2026.
Items and Instructions for Junk Pickup (opens in new tab) · City of San José
- San José Junk Pickup accepts this item with set-out instructions: Each sectional piece counts as one item; cover with plastic if raining. 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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