Bulk Collection

Atlanta, GA bulk trash pickup

City of Atlanta Department of Public Works

Who
Single-family residents of the reported address. Not allowed for evictions, vacant properties or items left by contractors.
How
Pickup on request. Bulk collections are scheduled on your regular weekly collection day and must be booked ahead. Schedule with the Solid Waste Services Collection Tool, or message @ATL311 on Facebook, X or Instagram, or call ATL311. Cancel by 3 p.m. the day before.

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Cost
12 free scheduled bulk collections per year. After 12, the fee is $336.38 per collection; a missed set-out also counts against the 12.
Checked
Verified Nov 6, 2026 · Official source ↗

What they’ll take

“Accepted” means the program takes it at no extra charge. Check limits before you set items out.

Couch / furniture

Accepted

Mattress

Accepted

Appliance

Accepted

Fridge or freezer

Call to confirm

Electronics

Call to confirm

Tire

Not accepted

Auto parts including tires are not collected.

Yard waste

Limited

Yard trimmings in a separate pile; 21 or more bags can be scheduled as a bulk collection.

Brush and branches

Limited

Branches up to 6 inches across and 4 feet long; stumps up to 4 feet long.

Construction debris

Not accepted

Household hazardous waste

Call to confirm

Household trash

Limited

Garbage carts holding debris may be taken if placed out with the bulk items.

Limits

Up to 8 cubic yards per collection (about a small room of furniture); more than that counts as an additional collection.

Set-out rules

Items must be in front of the property, in the right-of-way, not before 7 p.m. the day before (earlier can be cited). Keep carts and yard trimmings at least 6 feet from bulk and clear of power lines, mailboxes, poles and cars.

Fees

ItemPrice
bulk collection beyond 12 per year$336.38

Not accepted

  • Auto parts including tires
  • Building or construction materials
  • Items left by contractors

Other options

Quick answers

Who qualifies for bulk trash pickup in Atlanta?

Single-family residents of the reported address. Not allowed for evictions, vacant properties or items left by contractors.

How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Atlanta?

Bulk collections are scheduled on your regular weekly collection day and must be booked ahead. Schedule with the Solid Waste Services Collection Tool, or message @ATL311 on Facebook, X or Instagram, or call ATL311. Cancel by 3 p.m. the day before.

How much does bulk trash pickup cost in Atlanta?

12 free scheduled bulk collections per year. After 12, the fee is $336.38 per collection; a missed set-out also counts against the 12.

What are the limits for bulk pickup in Atlanta?

Up to 8 cubic yards per collection (about a small room of furniture); more than that counts as an additional collection.

What can’t go out with bulk pickup in Atlanta?

Auto parts including tires, Building or construction materials, Items left by contractors.

Sources

Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.

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