Junk Removal in Raleigh, NC: Curbside Bulk Pickup, Dump Fees & Hauling Options

Raleigh offers scheduled curbside Bulky Load pickups ($35 per 4-cubic-yard load as of April 2026) and free e-waste collection, while Wake County operates 11 residential convenience centers open daily 7 a.m.–7 p.m.

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City Bulk Trash & Curbside Pickup Rules in Raleigh, NC

City of Raleigh Bulky Load, Special Load & E-Waste Curbside Collection ^[1]

Available to residential properties that receive City of Raleigh curbside garbage collection (not commercial businesses).
Bulky Load Collection covers household items too large for a cart (furniture, mattresses, box springs) up to 4 cubic yards (approx. 6 ft x 3 ft x 4 ft, or two couches / three queen mattresses) for $35 per load effective April 1, 2026.
Special Load Collection covers appliances, exercise equipment, and up to 15 excess bags for $70 per 4-cubic-yard load.
Free curbside E-Waste Collection covers up to 4 small corded appliances or electronics per week.
Cancel before noon the business day prior to scheduled collection to qualify for a refund.

Not accepted: construction and demolition debris, contractor debris, hazardous waste and chemicals, car parts and carpeting (in Bulky Load), loose leaves and dirt

How to schedule: Call Raleigh Solid Waste Customer Support at 919-996-3245 to schedule a Bulky, Special, or E-Waste pickup.

Landfill, Convenience Center & Transfer Station Drop-Off in Raleigh

Wake County Convenience Centers (11 Residential Drop-Off Sites across Raleigh, Cary, Morrisville & Apex)

Address: Site 1: 10505 Old Stage Rd, Raleigh; Site 3: 266 Aviation Pkwy, Morrisville (near RTP/Cary); Site 4: 3600 Yates Mill Pond Rd, Raleigh; Site 5: 8401 Battle Bridge Rd, Raleigh; Site 7: 9024 Deponie Dr, Raleigh
Hours: Daily 7 a.m.–7 p.m. (closed major holidays)
Fees: Funded by the $20/year Wake County residential waste reduction fee; no per-visit gate charge for eligible residential household waste and bulky items under 8 ft.
Sites 1, 2, 4, 7, and 11 accept up to 2 mattresses or box springs per day (residency verification required) and homeowner construction debris.

Source ^[3]

South Wake Landfill (Wake County Solid Waste Management)

Address: 6300 Old Smithfield Road, Apex, NC 27539
Hours: Mon–Sat (check Wake County landfill schedule for commercial/scale hours)
Fees: $37/ton municipal solid waste (includes $2 NC state excise tax); $15 per mattress or box spring at the shredder.
Accepts larger loads and additional mattresses beyond convenience center limits.

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Furniture & Bulky Item Donation Drop-Offs in Raleigh

Wake County Convenience Centers provide clothing and shoe donation bins for clean, dry, reusable items, and the City of Raleigh encourages donating usable furniture to local Triangle nonprofits before scheduling a Bulky Load. ^[1]

Prices

What	Price	Source
City of Raleigh curbside Bulky Load Collection (up to 4 cubic yards)	$35 per load	[2]
City of Raleigh curbside Special Load Collection (appliances, exercise equipment, up to 4 cu yd)	$70 per load	[2]
Wake County Convenience Centers (household bulky items under 8 ft, up to 2 mattresses/day at select sites)	Included in $20/yr county household fee	[3]
South Wake Landfill tipping fee (municipal solid waste)	$37/ton ($15 per mattress/box spring)	[4]
LoadUp in-home junk removal & haul-away (Raleigh, Cary & RTP)	from $70–$85	[5]

Prices as published by the source on the access date; confirm before you go.

Item Removal & Disposal Guides for Raleigh, NC

FAQ

How much does bulky item pickup cost in Raleigh, NC?

Effective April 1, 2026, the City of Raleigh charges $35 per 4-cubic-yard Bulky Load for furniture, mattresses, and box springs, and $70 per Special Load for appliances and exercise equipment. Schedule by calling 919-996-3245.

Where can Raleigh and Triangle residents drop off bulky junk for free?

Wake County residents can drop off household bulky items under 8 feet and up to two mattresses or box springs per day (at Sites 1, 2, 4, 7, and 11) at Wake County Convenience Centers daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Can I book same-day or next-day in-home junk removal in Raleigh, Cary, and RTP?

Yes. Private haulers like LoadUp offer upfront pricing for in-home furniture, mattress, and appliance removal across Raleigh, Cary, Durham, and Research Triangle Park without dragging items to the curb.

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Sources

City of Raleigh: Bulky, Special, and E-Waste Collection (accessed 2026-10-23)
City of Raleigh: Solid Waste Fees (Effective 2026) (accessed 2026-10-23)
Wake County Government: Convenience Centers Locations, Hours & Acceptable Items (accessed 2026-10-23)
Wake County Government: South Wake Landfill Tipping Fees (accessed 2026-10-23)
LoadUp: Appliance & Mattress Removal Pricing (accessed 2026-10-23)

Last checked 2026-10-23.