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
LimitedA separate truck handles refrigerant appliances; tell the city when scheduling or they are not collected.
Electronics
LimitedTVs are listed as accepted; no other electronics are listed.
Tire
Not acceptedYard waste
Not acceptedBrush and branches
Not acceptedConstruction debris
Not acceptedHousehold hazardous waste
Not acceptedHousehold trash
Not acceptedLimits
Up to 15 items per appointment, and no item over 500 lbs. Carpet must be rolled, over 4 ft long or 40 lbs.
Set-out rules
Place items within 3 feet of the curb by 7 a.m. on your collection day, not before 3 p.m. the day before. Keep them at least 4 feet from carts and clear of trees, mailboxes, cars and low wires.
Not accepted
- Commercial or business waste
- Piles of small items, bags or boxes
- Fuel tanks and closed drums
- Loose building materials and masonry
- Paint, tires, yard waste, auto parts, household hazardous waste
Other options
Yard waste goes to drop-off sites or the annual curbside leaf and brush rounds; city drop-off events are held through the year.
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Quick answers
Who qualifies for bulk trash pickup in Kansas City?
Single-family homes and apartments with 6 units or fewer. Not for businesses.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Kansas City?
Free appointment-based pickup offered Monday through Friday. Collections are not made without an appointment. Book online with the Official Bulky Scheduler or contact 311. You get a confirmation and a reminder email. List every item when scheduling; unlisted items are not collected.
How much does bulk trash pickup cost in Kansas City?
The program is free.
What are the limits for bulk pickup in Kansas City?
Up to 15 items per appointment, and no item over 500 lbs. Carpet must be rolled, over 4 ft long or 40 lbs.
What can’t go out with bulk pickup in Kansas City?
Commercial or business waste, Piles of small items, bags or boxes, Fuel tanks and closed drums, Loose building materials and masonry, Paint, tires, yard waste, auto parts, household hazardous waste.
Sources
Last verified: Sep 16, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Bulky Item Pickup, City of Kansas City, MO (archived copy saved 2026-09-16; original https://www.kcmo.gov/city-hall/trash/bulky) ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026