What they’ll take
“Accepted” means the program takes it at no extra charge. Check limits before you set items out.
Couch / furniture
AcceptedMattress
AcceptedAppliance
AcceptedFridge or freezer
LimitedCentral AC units, portable heaters and furnaces are not accepted; window AC units, refrigerators and freezers are listed as eligible.
Electronics
Not acceptedTV monitors and electronics are restricted to the city e-waste drop-off.
Tire
Not acceptedYard waste
Not acceptedBrush and branches
Not acceptedConstruction debris
Not acceptedHousehold hazardous waste
Not acceptedHousehold trash
Call to confirmLimits
The city brochure says two pickups a year, either two small pickups of 3 items or one bulk pickup of 6 items.
Not accepted
- Auto parts
- Central AC units, portable heaters, furnaces
- Construction debris
- Hazardous materials
- Hot tubs
- Large landscaping items
- Pianos and other musical instruments
- Railroad ties
- Tires
- TV monitors and electronics
Other options
Habitat for Humanity also takes scheduled drop-offs. Branches and yard waste have separate city collections.
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Quick answers
Who qualifies for bulk trash pickup in Springfield?
Springfield residents inside city limits who pay the city waste and recycling fee.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Springfield?
City residents get two free scheduled pickups per calendar year; call Habitat for Humanity, tell them what you have, and you are given a collection date. Call Habitat for Humanity at 217-523-2710 to schedule a curbside pickup or a drop-off. Collection-only requests can also be made online.
How much does bulk trash pickup cost in Springfield?
Two free pickups per calendar year; further cost not stated on pages read.
What are the limits for bulk pickup in Springfield?
The city brochure says two pickups a year, either two small pickups of 3 items or one bulk pickup of 6 items.
What can’t go out with bulk pickup in Springfield?
Auto parts, Central AC units, portable heaters, furnaces, Construction debris, Hazardous materials, Hot tubs, Large landscaping items, Pianos and other musical instruments, Railroad ties, Tires, TV monitors and electronics.
Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Large Item Pickup, Office of Public Works ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026
- Large Item Item Checklist ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026
- Waste and Recycling brochure ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026