If you’ve got an old couch taking up space, a broken fridge in the garage, or a mattress you need gone, you’re probably asking one of two questions: where’s the dump and when is it open — or can someone just come take this?
This guide answers both. Here’s every option for disposing of large items in Kamloops — landfill locations, hours, and fees, donation drop-offs, and professional pickup — so you can pick whichever route fits your situation and budget.
Kamloops Dump Locations, Hours & Fees
If you have a truck and don’t mind the lifting, self-hauling is the cheapest option. Kamloops has two main disposal facilities:
Kamloops Waste Management Centre (Mission Flats)
📍 960 Bunker Rd, Kamloops, BC
The city’s main landfill and transfer station. Accepts household garbage, furniture, mattresses, appliances, construction debris, yard waste, and most large items.
- Hours: Open 7 days a week (Closed Christmas Day & New Year’s Day), 8:30 am–4:30 pm
- Fees: Regular municipal waste runs approximately $90 per tonne; construction and mixed materials can be $250 per tonne or more; mattress disposal fees recently increased from $20 to $35 per unit
Barnhartvale Landfill
📍 Barnhartvale Rd, Kamloops, BC
A smaller facility accepting yard waste and limited load types.
- Hours: Open Friday to Monday (Closed Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Christmas Day & New Year’s Day), 8:30 am–4:30 pm
- Accepted items: Primarily yard waste and smaller loads — call ahead before hauling furniture or appliances here
Before you go: Check current hours, fees, and accepted items on the City of Kamloops garbage and recycling page — hours change seasonally and fees are updated regularly. You may need to separate your load by type (wood, metal, electronics) on arrival.
The honest math: By the time you factor in borrowing or renting a truck, fuel, dump fees, and a half day of heavy lifting, self-hauling one couch often costs nearly as much as having it picked up. It makes the most sense when you already have a truck and multiple items.
How to Dispose of a Mattress in Kamloops
Mattresses are the single most-asked-about item — and the rules are specific:
- Curbside garbage does not take mattresses. They’re too large for regular collection.
- The landfill accepts them at Mission Flats for a $35 disposal fee per unit (recently increased from $20).
- Donation is possible only for clean, undamaged mattresses — call ahead, as most Kamloops thrift stores have strict condition rules and many no longer accept mattresses at all.
- Pickup: We remove mattresses and box springs regularly — it’s one of our most common single-item jobs, starting at our minimum rate. See our junk removal pricing or our mattress disposal service.
Can you put a mattress in a dumpster or bin rental? Usually yes, but disposal fees still apply at the landfill, so bin companies may charge extra per mattress. Ask before loading one in.
Where to Donate Furniture in Kamloops
If your couch, dresser, or appliance still works and is in decent shape, donation keeps it out of the landfill entirely — and it’s free.
Kamloops donation options:
- The Salvation Army Thrift Store — furniture and household items
- Habitat for Humanity ReStore — furniture, appliances, and building materials
- SPCA Thrift Store — smaller furniture and household goods
- Kamloops United Church Thrift Shop — household items
Always call ahead. Some locations offer free pickup for larger donations; others have restrictions on condition, size, or what they’re currently accepting. Upholstered items generally must be clean, undamaged, and pet/smoke-free to be accepted.
If your item is too worn to donate, that’s when disposal (Option 1) or pickup (below) comes in.
Curbside Collection: What the City Will and Won’t Take
Kamloops curbside garbage collection does not include large or bulky items — no mattresses, appliances, or furniture in or beside your cart.
The city occasionally runs special collection events in some neighbourhoods, and limited special pickups may be available. Contact City of Kamloops Public Works for current options — but for most residents, curbside simply isn’t an option for large items.
Don’t leave large items at the curb hoping they disappear. Illegal dumping can lead to fines, and it’s a common complaint in Kamloops neighbourhoods.
The No-Lifting Option: Professional Pickup
If you want your items gone quickly, safely, and without borrowing a truck, professional junk removal handles everything.
At Kamloops Junk Haulers, we handle:
- Couch and furniture removal
- Fridge, freezer, and appliance disposal (including proper refrigerant handling)
- Mattress and box spring pickup
- Hot tubs, exercise equipment, and awkward heavy items
- Construction debris and yard waste
Why people choose pickup over DIY:
- Same-day or next-day service
- Transparent, upfront pricing — single-item pickups start at $99 curbside, full details on our minimum pricing guide
- We handle stairs, tight corners, and heavy lifting — no injury risk to you
- Eco-friendly disposal — we donate and recycle what we can before anything hits the landfill
- Local team based right here in Kamloops
📸 Text a photo of your item to (250) 571-6745 for a quick quote — no onsite visit needed for most single items.
What NOT to Do with Large Junk
- Don’t leave items on the sidewalk or roadside — illegal dumping fines apply, and it frustrates your neighbours
- Don’t lift heavy appliances alone — fridges and hot water tanks cause real injuries every year
- Don’t assume everything goes to the landfill — many items can be donated or recycled first, which reduces waste and sometimes costs nothing
Frequently Asked Questions: Large Item Disposal in Kamloops
What are the Kamloops dump hours?
The Kamloops Waste Management Centre at 960 Bunker Rd (Mission Flats) is the city’s main disposal facility. Hours vary seasonally — check the City of Kamloops website or call before hauling a load. The Barnhartvale Landfill operates more limited hours and accepts primarily yard waste.
How much does it cost to dump large items in Kamloops?
Regular municipal waste costs about $90 per tonne at the Kamloops landfill. Construction and mixed materials run $250+ per tonne. Mattresses carry a $35 per-unit disposal fee.
Where can I throw away a mattress in Kamloops?
Take it to the Kamloops Waste Management Centre at 960 Bunker Rd ($35 fee), or book a pickup. Curbside garbage collection does not accept mattresses. Kamloops Junk Haulers picks up mattresses and box springs starting at our $99 minimum rate.
Does the City of Kamloops pick up furniture?
No — regular curbside collection doesn’t include furniture, mattresses, or appliances. Options are self-hauling to the landfill, donating usable items, or booking a junk removal pickup.
Where can I donate old furniture in Kamloops?
The Salvation Army Thrift Store, Habitat for Humanity ReStore, SPCA Thrift Store, and Kamloops United Church Thrift Shop all accept furniture donations. Call ahead — condition requirements vary, and some offer free pickup for larger items.
How do I get rid of an old fridge in Kamloops?
Fridges and freezers require proper refrigerant handling before disposal. You can haul one to the Kamloops Waste Management Centre, or Kamloops Junk Haulers can pick it up and handle the compliant disposal for you — it’s one of our most common jobs.
Is there free junk removal in Kamloops?
Truly free removal is rare — but donation pickup for good-condition furniture is free through some Kamloops thrift stores, and recycling small electronics is free at depots. For everything else, transparent paid pickup starts at $99. Occasionally we offer reduced add-on rates when we’re already in your area.
Ready to Get Rid of That Old Couch or Fridge?
Whether it’s one mattress or a full garage, we’ll take care of the heavy lifting and make sure your items are removed safely and responsibly.
📞 Call Kamloops Junk Haulers at (250) 571-6745
📸 Or text us a photo for a quick quote