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San Francisco Trash Dump, Transfer Stations & Landfills
Compare San Francisco dump, landfill, transfer station, and recycling drop-off options with fees, hours, resident rules, and accepted materials.
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Hazardous
San Francisco Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off
Recycling
Recology Recycle Center
Recycling
Smart Demolition & Excavation Recycling Center
Recycling
Circosta Iron & Metal
Landfill
Hillside Landfill
Transfer
Berkeley Transfer Station
Recycling
Berkeley Recycling Center
Recycling
El Cerrito Recycling Center
Recycling
Urban Ore Donations
Recycling
California Waste Solutions
Recycling
San Francisco Dump
Looking for a dump, landfill, transfer station, or recycling drop-off near this city? JunkScout lists nearby disposal and drop-off locations with hours, rules, and accepted materials when available.
Where can I dump trash in San Francisco today?
Most areas have a mix of public drop-off centers, private landfills, and transfer stations. The right choice depends on what you’re hauling - furniture, household trash, construction debris, brush, or recyclables. Use the listings above to confirm what’s accepted before you drive out.
Where can I drop off trash for free in San Francisco?
Some San Francisco-area services offer resident-focused or lower-cost drop-off options, while private transfer stations and landfills usually charge by load size or material type.
San Francisco transfer stations and recycling centers: what they accept
Commonly accepted items include furniture, yard waste, brush, construction debris (C&D), appliances (sometimes restricted), and mixed recyclables. Some facilities accept only certain materials or require loads to be separated.
San Francisco landfill and transfer station fees, hours, and rules
Disposal rules vary by site. Some facilities are resident-only and require ID or proof of address. Others charge based on load size, weight, or material type. Hours can change seasonally - always check the facility’s website or call ahead when possible.
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ID
Resident rules vary
Some public facilities require proof of residency. Call ahead if unsure.
C&D
Construction debris
C&D may be accepted only at certain sites or for a fee.
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Hours and accepted materials change. Check the facility’s site or call first.
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