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Bulk Trash & Large-Item Pickup in Memphis

Confirm when large items are collected, what needs an appointment, and how to prepare your pickup.

Memphis, TennesseeLocal timezone: America/Chicago

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Memphis bulk trash (Outside the Cart) is collected twice a month. Limit piles to 10 cu yd, keep within 3 ft of the street, and follow limb rules (≤5 ft, ≤13 in). Accepted: furniture, mattresses, appliances (doors removed or taped), extra yard debris, limited tires. Not accepted: construction debris (including carpet), hazardous waste, contractor yard waste. Report issues via 311.

Service type

curbside

Twice per month on your regular collection day. Place piles within 3 ft of the street before crews arrive; do not set out after service.

Limits

Limit Outside the Cart piles to 10 cubic yards, keep within 3 ft of the street, clear of obstacles, and ensure tree limbs are 5 ft or shorter and 13 in diameter or less.

Fees: No additional fee for eligible Outside the Cart collection (included in the monthly Solid Waste fee). Solid Waste customers may use Convenience Centers (Fri-Sun, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.) and one landfill trip per month at no charge.

Appointment or request

Request pickup online

Submit requests before placing items curbside.

Illegal dumping

Report illegal dumping via Memphis 311 or call 901-636-7464 for Community Enhancement enforcement inquiries.

Report abandoned piles or improper dumping immediately.

Always confirm with the latest official notices or municipal postings before making plans.

Place items on the curb no more than 24 hours in advance and separate metal or hazardous items as required by your municipality.

What to put at the curb

Accepted items
Furniture, Mattresses and box springs, Large appliances (remove or tape doors), Yard debris beyond two bags, Tree limbs or brush (≤5 ft long and ≤13 in diameter), Up to four tires (≤11×22.5) with special arrangements
Not accepted
Construction and demolition debris (dirt, brick, rock, concrete, lumber, roofing, fencing, carpet), Household hazardous waste (paint, oil, pesticides, solvents), Contractor-generated yard waste, Oversized tree debris over 5 ft or 13 in diameter, Material placed after crews have serviced the street or blocked by obstacles
Holiday shifts
Collections may shift for City holidays or severe weather; check City alerts or call 311 for updates.

Official service info

Source: Solid Waste – Outside the Cart Service & Guidelines | City of Memphis

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Pickup request template

Appointment request email

Hello Public Works, I'd like to arrange a bulk trash pickup at my address in Memphis, Tennessee. Your service is listed as "curbside" with this schedule: Twice per month on your regular collection day. Place piles within 3 ft of the street before crews arrive; do not set out after service.. Accepted items: Furniture, Mattresses and box springs, Large appliances (remove or tape doors), Yard debris beyond two bags, Tree limbs or brush (≤5 ft long and ≤13 in diameter), Up to four tires (≤11×22.5) with special arrangements. Not accepted: Construction and demolition debris (dirt, brick, rock, concrete, lumber, roofing, fencing, carpet), Household hazardous waste (paint, oil, pesticides, solvents), Contractor-generated yard waste, Oversized tree debris over 5 ft or 13 in diameter, Material placed after crews have serviced the street or blocked by obstacles. Please confirm the next available pickup window and any paperwork needed. Reference: https://www.cityrules.info/bulk-trash/united-states/tennessee/memphis

Frequently asked questions

Answers are summarized from the city bylaw for quick reference. For the full context, follow the official links below.

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