Consider Donation
Most Bulky Items are sent to landfill and not recycled, please consider reuse first. Unwanted items might be given a second life if donated to others or repaired! If the item is still usable, please donate it.

Bulky Item collection options may vary depending on your city. Visit your city page (residential or commercial) to confirm process, acceptable items, collection instructions, any applicable fees, and quantity of available collections.

What Is Considered Bulky?
– Items that are too large to fit in the trash container
– Items that are heavy
– Items that are not allowed in trash, recycling, or organics containers
– Research your city page (residential or commercial) to confirm acceptable items and process
– Note: Athens does NOT collect mirrors, glass, or hazardous waste as part of bulky item pickup

Schedule A Bulky Item Pickup
Most cities require customers to schedule Bulky Items collections in advance. Check your city page (residential or commercial) to confirm.
– Place an order online or
– Call Athens’ Customer Service Department at 888-336-6100

Prep For Bulky Item Pickup
– Protect children, remove or secure appliance doors
– Place item curbside, do not leave it in the street or blocking driveway
– An item that cannot be handled by two (2) workers will NOT be accepted