Furniture Disposal & Donation in South Lake Tahoe, CA

Furniture is accepted at the South Tahoe Refuse Transfer Station, 2140 Ruth Avenue (Mon–Sat 8–5), and qualifies for STR's two free bulky pickups a year.

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

2 ways to get rid of a furniture in South Lake Tahoe

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · South Lake TahoeNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $105.00
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South Tahoe Refuse Transfer Station & Household Hazardous Waste FacilityDrop-off · 2140 Ruth Avenue, South Lake TahoeOpen to everyoneCost not listed
Where
2140 Ruth Avenue
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Hours
Mon–Sat 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (closed Sundays and holidays); hazardous waste Tue–Sat 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Cost & rules
Furniture
AcceptedCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
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Before you go

Check whether it’s in good enough condition to donate or resell.
Ask how the operator prices it (per piece, by size or by load).
Remove glass tops, mirrors and loose parts if the operator asks you to.

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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)

More California rules (4)

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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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

South Tahoe Refuse & Recycling Services: Transfer Station (opens in new tab) · South Tahoe Refuse & Recycling Services
- The transfer station accepts household solid waste including metal and appliances, tires, furniture, carpet and electronic waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
South Tahoe Refuse & Recycling Services: Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · South Tahoe Refuse & Recycling Services
- STR runs a household hazardous waste program at the transfer station covering paint and other HHW; residents can drop off up to 15 gallons at no cost. Checked October 26, 2026.
South Tahoe Refuse: California Residential Services (opens in new tab) · South Tahoe Refuse & Recycling Services
- STR provides 2 free bulky item pickups a year to each California residential customer in the City of South Lake Tahoe and Area A of El Dorado County. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Bulky items are limited to 150 lb each; no electronics, freon-containing items, hot tubs, wood stoves, boats or vehicles. Call STR to schedule. 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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