Akron, OH Bulk Trash & Yard Waste Pickup
Measured 2026-10-10 · QA pending
Akron, OH programs: Bulk: Large items (furniture, mattresses, TVs, doors, bicycles, tied bundles) collected WEEKLY on the normal day, no appointment, 3 ft from cart. 'Special Bulk Volume Pick Up' (move-outs/cleanouts/extra bags): pre-schedule >=1 working day ahead via 3-1-1; 3 per year max per home.
What about bulky or special collection?
Programs beyond regular trash collection — schedules, materials and providers.
| Program | When | Rules | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulk | Large items (furniture, mattresses, TVs, doors, bicycles, tied bundles) collected WEEKLY on the normal day, no appointment, 3 ft from cart. 'Special Bulk Volume Pick Up' (move-outs/cleanouts/extra bags): pre-schedule >=1 working day ahead via 3-1-1; 3 per year max per home. | City of Akron Public Works Bureau |
Prep rules & exceptions
Do this before it goes to the curb, or it stays there.
- Set-out rules — Carts at curb by 4:30 a.m. collection day; at least 3 ft apart; lids fully closed; handle facing house, serial numbers facing street; remove by 6:00 p.m. same day; bag trash inside cart; only city-issued carts emptied. Winter/snow: carts may go in the driveway approach between sidewalk and street, 3 ft apart.
- Carts & fees — City-issued carts (attached lids, 10-yr warranty, animal-resistant). Additional carts $50 one-time each (city property); max 2 extra trash + 2 extra recycle carts per household; repairs via 3-1-1. Contaminated-cart cleanup fee and early/late setout cleanup fee apply. Curbside assistance for medically verified residents.
Bulk pickup FAQs
Does Akron pick up mattresses and furniture?
Yes - weekly with normal collection, no appointment, set 3 ft from the cart. Move-out/cleanout volumes need a pre-scheduled 'Special Bulk Volume Pick Up' via 3-1-1 (max 3/year).