McKinney uses an appointment-based system for bulky item pickup — no automatic curbside collection. You get 12 free pickups per year, but there are size limits and specific preparation rules you'll need to follow.
Quick Answer
Available?
Yes — by appointment only
How often?
Up to 12 collections per year at no extra cost
Scheduling required?
Yes — must request before noon the business day before your collection day
Main limit
Roughly 3.5 ft x 3 ft x 9 ft, or two large household pieces per pickup
Accepted Items
Mattresses, furniture, gym equipment, empty water heaters, washers, dryers, refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioning units. Large items that don't fit in the gray trash cart.
What the City Won't Take
Extra trash bags (these aren't considered bulky items), loose materials, and anything that doesn't fit the size guidelines. Small items should be boxed and labeled "Bulky."
Schedule & Timing
You need to submit a pickup request before noon on the business day before your scheduled collection day. McKinney gives each household 12 bulky item collections per year at no additional cost. After the 12th pickup, or for excessive amounts, additional fees apply.
Common Mistakes That Cause Missed Pickups
Forgetting to submit the appointment request before the noon deadline
Using up all 12 annual collections early in the year
Setting out extra trash bags and expecting them to be taken as "bulky" items
Leaving loose materials instead of boxing and labeling small items
Exceeding the size limit without realizing additional fees kick in
City Contact Information
McKinney Government Resources
City Hall
McKinney City Hall 222 N. Tennessee Street, McKinney, TX 75069
Self-Disposal Drop-Off: McKinney residents can use NTMWD transfer stations for self-disposal. Check mckinneytexas.org for current locations and requirements.
Household Hazardous Waste: McKinney offers periodic household hazardous waste collection events. Contact Solid Waste Services at 972-547-7500 for the next scheduled event.
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Submit a request through the City of McKinney waste services before noon on the business day prior to your collection day.
12 bulky item collections per year at no extra cost. Fees apply after that.
No. Extra trash bags are not considered bulky items and won't be taken during bulk collection.
Anything too large for the gray trash cart — furniture, mattresses, appliances, gym equipment. Size guidance is roughly 3.5 ft x 3 ft x 9 ft or two large pieces.
Additional fees apply. Or you can skip the hassle and call a junk removal service for same-day pickup with no annual limits.
Bulk pickup rules and schedules are subject to change. Always confirm current policies with the City of McKinney or your waste services provider before placing items at the curb. Information on this page was last reviewed in March 2026.
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