What they’ll take
“Accepted” means the program takes it at no extra charge. Check limits before you set items out.
Couch / furniture
AcceptedMattress
Call to confirmAppliance
LimitedCall ahead to arrange pickup.
Fridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
LimitedListed as not allowed in bulk collection, and the page also says to call ahead for electronic equipment pickup; call to confirm.
Tire
Call to confirmYard waste
AcceptedCounts toward a separate 40 cubic yard yearly allowance; limbs cut to 4 feet and bundled.
Brush and branches
AcceptedConstruction debris
Not acceptedHousehold hazardous waste
Not acceptedHousehold trash
Call to confirmLimits
Up to 40 cubic yards of bulk per single-family home per calendar year; 4 to 5 furniture-size pieces per pickup is the guideline.
Set-out rules
At the curb by 7 a.m. on your service day, no more than 24 hours early, clear of wires, trees, poles, mailboxes and vehicles. Bag or box small junk items and keep yard waste separate.
Not accepted
- Dirt, rocks, sod
- Plaster
- Lumber
- Metal
- Construction or building material
- Paint
- Motor oil
- Pesticides
- Hazardous material
Other options
Pinellas County Household Hazardous Waste Center, (727) 464-7500, takes oil-based paint and hazardous waste.
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Quick answers
Who qualifies for bulk trash pickup in Clearwater?
City collection customers; single-family homes and multi-family units.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Clearwater?
Bulk items are collected once a week on your regular collection day; no call needed except for appliances and electronics. Find your day with the city Collection Schedule Finder. No booking needed for furniture; call ahead for appliances or electronic equipment.
How much does bulk trash pickup cost in Clearwater?
Part of regular service; larger amounts may be subject to additional time charges.
What are the limits for bulk pickup in Clearwater?
Up to 40 cubic yards of bulk per single-family home per calendar year; 4 to 5 furniture-size pieces per pickup is the guideline.
What can’t go out with bulk pickup in Clearwater?
Dirt, rocks, sod, Plaster, Lumber, Metal, Construction or building material, Paint, Motor oil, Pesticides, Hazardous material.
Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- How to Dispose of Large, Bulky Items ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026
- Residential Trash Collection Information ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026