Large Item Collection

New York, NY bulk trash pickup

NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY)

Who

Residential buildings with DSNY collection.

How

Scheduled pickup. Large items go out on your regular collection days. Metal and rigid plastic items go with recycling; other items go out on your trash-only day. No appointment is needed for most items. Freon appliances are removed free by appointment.

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Cost

Free curbside removal.

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What they’ll take

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

Couch / furniture

Accepted

Bed-bug items must carry a sign.

Mattress

Call to confirm

Appliance

Accepted

Fridge or freezer

Limited

DSNY removes the refrigerant free by appointment. Appliances with flammable R600a or R32 refrigerant are not collected.

Electronics

Call to confirm

Tire

Call to confirm

Yard waste

Call to confirm

Brush and branches

Call to confirm

Construction debris

Call to confirm

Household hazardous waste

Call to confirm

Household trash

Call to confirm

Limits

Up to 6 items per collection day.

Set-out rules

Put items out between 6 PM and midnight the night before. Do not block sidewalks or leave items on private property.

Not accepted

Appliances with R600a or R32 flammable refrigerant

Other options

Mattresses, electronics, construction debris, tires and rugs have separate DSNY rules.

Quick answers

Who qualifies for bulk trash pickup in New York?

Residential buildings with DSNY collection.

How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in New York?

Large items go out on your regular collection days. Metal and rigid plastic items go with recycling; other items go out on your trash-only day. No appointment is needed for most items. Freon appliances are removed free by appointment.

How much does bulk trash pickup cost in New York?

Free curbside removal.

What are the limits for bulk pickup in New York?

Up to 6 items per collection day.

What can’t go out with bulk pickup in New York?

Appliances with R600a or R32 flammable refrigerant.

Sources

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

DSNY Large Items ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026
DSNY Appliances ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026
311 Bulk Item article ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026

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