What they’ll take
“Accepted” means the program takes it at no extra charge. Check limits before you set items out.
Couch / furniture
AcceptedMattress
LimitedMust be wrapped in plastic.
Appliance
LimitedAppliances must be drained of coolants and fluids.
Fridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
Not acceptedComputers and cell phones go to the Carr Center drop-off, not the curb.
Tire
LimitedTires are scheduled separately: passenger tires without rims, up to 4 per week.
Yard waste
LimitedYard waste is limited to 20 bags per week.
Brush and branches
LimitedUp to 20 bundles of branches per week, bundles no more than 3 ft by 2 ft.
Construction debris
Not acceptedHousehold hazardous waste
Not acceptedHousehold hazardous waste is accepted on the first Friday of the month at the Carr Center and Ridge Road.
Household trash
Call to confirmLimits
Up to 3 bulk items per home per bulk week. Residents can also drop off bulk waste free four times a year at the Ridge Road Transfer Station, up to 4 cubic yards per visit.
Set-out rules
Put items at the curb on your collection day; mattresses and cloth furniture must be wrapped in plastic. Do not lean items against or block carts.
Not accepted
- Hazardous materials
- Construction and demolition debris
- Plant material as bulk
Other options
Free drop-off four times a year at Ridge Road Transfer Station (3727 Ridge Rd) and the Carr Center for certain items.
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Quick answers
Who qualifies for bulk trash pickup in Cleveland?
Single-family homes and multi-family homes up to four units with city cart service.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Cleveland?
Bulk items are collected on each home's regular collection day during the first full week of every month. Request a bulk pickup through 311 at least 24 to 48 hours before your collection day.
How much does bulk trash pickup cost in Cleveland?
No fee is listed for curbside bulk pickup.
What are the limits for bulk pickup in Cleveland?
Up to 3 bulk items per home per bulk week. Residents can also drop off bulk waste free four times a year at the Ridge Road Transfer Station, up to 4 cubic yards per visit.
What can’t go out with bulk pickup in Cleveland?
Hazardous materials, Construction and demolition debris, Plant material as bulk.
Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Waste Collection - City of Cleveland ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026
- Trash & Recycling Issues (311) ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026