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
AcceptedEmpty them and remove the door before pickup.
Fridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
Call to confirmTire
Call to confirmYard waste
Not acceptedBrush and branches
Call to confirmConstruction debris
Call to confirmHousehold hazardous waste
Call to confirmHousehold trash
Call to confirmSet-out rules
Place at the curb by 6 a.m. on your scheduled day and no sooner than the day before, with 3 feet between items. Appliances should be emptied, with the door removed and tape in an X on any glass.
Other options
The city links a bulky item eligibility list (PDF) that was not read for this entry.
- Dumps & landfills in North Carolina →
- Where to dump fridge or freezer in North Carolina →
- Where to dump electronics in North Carolina →
- Where to dump tire in North Carolina →
- Where to dump yard waste in North Carolina →
- Where to dump brush and branches in North Carolina →
- Where to dump construction debris in North Carolina →
- Where to dump household hazardous waste in North Carolina →
- Where to dump household trash in North Carolina →
- Free mulch & compost in Charlotte →
- More North Carolina cities →
Quick answers
Who qualifies for bulk trash pickup in Charlotte?
You must currently receive garbage collection from the City of Charlotte.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Charlotte?
Bulky items must be scheduled; items put out without a scheduled pickup are not collected. Schedule by calling 311 (704.336.7600), using the CLT+ app, or requesting online. Changes or cancellations by noon the business day before.
Sources
Last verified: Oct 12, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Collection Guidelines, City of Charlotte (archived copy saved 2026-10-12; original https://www.charlottenc.gov/Services/Trash-and-Recycling/Collection-Guidelines) ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026