Waltham residents can dispose of bulky items like furniture and appliances by scheduling pickup through DPW or delivering items to the transfer station. Fees may apply for certain items.
Waltham accepts bulky household items through a scheduled curbside program and at the DPW transfer station on Lexington Street. Residents must call DPW at (781) 314-3855 to schedule bulk pickup at least several days in advance and may be limited to a set number of items per pickup. Items accepted include sofas, mattresses, chairs, tables, and small appliances. White goods containing refrigerant (refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, dehumidifiers) require a CFC-removal sticker, which carries a fee. Electronics (TVs, monitors, computers) are banned from regular trash under Massachusetts waste bans (310 CMR 19.017) and must be recycled separately, often with a fee. Construction and demolition debris, tires, hazardous waste, and propane tanks are not accepted curbside. The transfer station hosts periodic hazardous waste collection days announced through the city website.
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