Cleveland offers bulk item pickup for large items that do not fit in the standard trash cart. Residents can schedule bulk pickups through the Division of Waste Collection. Acceptable items include furniture, mattresses, and appliances (with Freon removed). Items must be placed curbside on the scheduled day.
Bulk items must be scheduled for pickup by calling 311 or requesting online. Items should be placed at the curb on the scheduled pickup day, not before. Appliances containing Freon (refrigerators, air conditioners) must have the Freon professionally removed before pickup. Construction debris and hazardous waste are not accepted for bulk pickup. There is no charge for residential bulk pickups.
Placing bulk items at the curb without scheduling pickup may result in code enforcement action for property maintenance violations.
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