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Book large-item pickup in Delta
Delta, British Columbia, Canada
Book large-item pickup in Delta. Eligible Delta households with single-family curbside garbage service can book up to four large household items per calendar year.
Key information
Eligible Delta households with single-family curbside garbage service can book up to four large household items per calendar year. Contact Remple Disposal before placing anything outside. Mattresses must be dry, wrapped and sealed; small-item bundles do not count as one large item.
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Key facts and next steps
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which households qualify for Delta large-item pickup? | The program is for residents receiving single-family curbside garbage service. Do not assume an apartment building's private garbage service is included. The city's mattress-voucher program has a different eligibility scope. |
| Is the pickup on my ordinary garbage day? | Not necessarily. Remple confirms a separate scheduled day, and items may be grouped by category on a rotating collection schedule. Wait for the confirmed appointment before putting a bulky item outside. |
| Which common furniture and appliances are accepted? | The list includes couches, chairs, tables, desks, wooden bed frames, shelving, dressers and several large metal appliances such as stoves, washing machines, dryers and refrigerators. Check the source list for the exact item before booking. |
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Process at a glance
- Which households qualify for Delta large-item pickup
The program is for residents receiving single-family curbside garbage service. Do not assume an apartment building's private garbage service is included. The city's mattress-voucher program has a different eligibility scope.
- How many items can be collected each year
Up to four large household items per eligible household per calendar year. They can be collected together or across several appointments. The count resets January 1, and unused collections do not carry forward.
- Is the pickup on my ordinary garbage day
Not necessarily. Remple confirms a separate scheduled day, and items may be grouped by category on a rotating collection schedule. Wait for the confirmed appointment before putting a bulky item outside.
- How should a mattress or box spring be prepared
It must be dry, wrapped in plastic and securely sealed. The city suggests reusing packaging from a replacement mattress or a suitable mattress bag. A wet or unwrapped item can be refused.
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Check eligibility and accepted items
Which households qualify for Delta large-item pickup?
The program is for residents receiving single-family curbside garbage service. Do not assume an apartment building's private garbage service is included. The city's mattress-voucher program has a different eligibility scope.
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How many items can be collected each year?
Up to four large household items per eligible household per calendar year. They can be collected together or across several appointments. The count resets January 1, and unused collections do not carry forward.
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How do I book the collection?
Call Remple Disposal at 604-835-1792 or email largeitempickup@rempledisposal.com. Include the home address, an item list, descriptions and photos. Check spam if a reply does not arrive.
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Book and prepare the collection
Is the pickup on my ordinary garbage day?
Not necessarily. Remple confirms a separate scheduled day, and items may be grouped by category on a rotating collection schedule. Wait for the confirmed appointment before putting a bulky item outside.
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When should I place the item at the curb?
Put it out by 7 am on the scheduled pickup day, not earlier. Items left curbside without a booked appointment will not be collected through this program.
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How should a mattress or box spring be prepared?
It must be dry, wrapped in plastic and securely sealed. The city suggests reusing packaging from a replacement mattress or a suitable mattress bag. A wet or unwrapped item can be refused.
Source: Large Item Pick-Up
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Limits and alternative routes
Which common furniture and appliances are accepted?
The list includes couches, chairs, tables, desks, wooden bed frames, shelving, dressers and several large metal appliances such as stoves, washing machines, dryers and refrigerators. Check the source list for the exact item before booking.
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Can I bundle small items or dismantle furniture into pieces?
No. Small bags or bundles cannot be combined to count as one large item. Items must stay in one piece, and everything must be manageable by two people. Wet upholstery can also be refused.
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Which materials need a different route?
The exclusions include electronics, small appliances, glass items, tires, batteries, propane tanks, liquids, renovation debris, flooring, wood and yard material. A large physical size does not automatically make an item eligible.
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What if I cannot use this pickup program for a mattress?
The city says its free mattress recycling voucher program remains available, with one annual voucher for single-family properties, secondary suites and multi-family properties. Use the linked recycling page for that separate process.
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