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Bulk Trash & Large-Item Pickup in Richmond

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

Richmond, VirginiaLocal timezone: America/New_York

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Richmond, VA bulk pickup - schedule curbside service via RVA311. Put items out by 7 a.m., bundle brush under 4 ft and 50 lb, and separate piles. Accepted: furniture, mattresses, rolled carpet, appliances with Freon removed, bagged yard waste. Not accepted: construction debris, tires, hazardous waste, or contractor material. Fee $50 per pickup; drop-off options available.

Service type

appointment

By appointment via RVA311, typically collected within 10-14 business days. Place items curbside (not in alleys) by 7:00 a.m. on the scheduled day.

Limits

Keep bulk stacks near 4 ft x 4 ft x 8 ft, tie brush bundles under 4 ft by 4 in and 50 lb, separate brush from bulky items, and limit bagged yard debris to roughly 20 bags per request. Set items at the curb by 7:00 a.m.; crews do not service alleys or mixed piles.

Fees: $50 per bulk or brush pickup for most residences; convenience centers charge by load (typical minimum $10-$30).

Appointment or request

Request pickup online

Submit requests before placing items curbside.

Illegal dumping

Report illegal dumping via RVA311 or by calling 804-646-7000 with the location and item details.

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, Appliances with refrigerant removed and tagged, Carpet or rugs rolled and tied (4 ft max), Brush and branches bundled (4 ft long or less, 4 in diameter or less, 50 lb or less), Bagged leaves and yard waste in biodegradable bags
Not accepted
Construction and demolition debris such as lumber, drywall, shingles, bricks, or concrete, Household hazardous waste including paint, oil, solvents, chemicals, or pesticides, Loose brush, dirt, rocks, or soil, Tires and automotive parts, Contractor-generated yard or construction material, Freon appliances without a certification tag
Holiday shifts
Appointments may shift around City holidays; RVA311 confirms any adjustments during scheduling.

Official service info

Source: Bulk and Brush Collection | City of Richmond Department of Public Works

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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 Richmond, Virginia. Your service is listed as "appointment" with this schedule: By appointment via RVA311, typically collected within 10-14 business days. Place items curbside (not in alleys) by 7:00 a.m. on the scheduled day.. Accepted items: Furniture, Mattresses and box springs, Appliances with refrigerant removed and tagged, Carpet or rugs rolled and tied (4 ft max), Brush and branches bundled (4 ft long or less, 4 in diameter or less, 50 lb or less), Bagged leaves and yard waste in biodegradable bags. Not accepted: Construction and demolition debris such as lumber, drywall, shingles, bricks, or concrete, Household hazardous waste including paint, oil, solvents, chemicals, or pesticides, Loose brush, dirt, rocks, or soil, Tires and automotive parts, Contractor-generated yard or construction material, Freon appliances without a certification tag. Please confirm the next available pickup window and any paperwork needed. Reference: https://www.cityrules.info/bulk-trash/united-states/virginia/richmond

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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