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How to get rid of furniture in Laredo, TX
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Quick answer
Call 956-796-1098 to schedule one of your two free bulky item pickups, then set the furniture in the right-of-way at least 10 feet from obstacles.
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- Curbside
- Yes, by request. Furniture is an accepted bulky item for the City's Bulky Item Collection Service.
- How to prepare
- Set the furniture out whole in the right-of-way. Electronics like TVs and computer monitors are not accepted.
- Cost / limits
- Two free bulky item collections a year if you pay City of Laredo residential garbage fees. Extra pickups, or homes that don't pay City garbage fees, cost $15 for the first item, $10 for the second, and $5 for each item after that.
- Appointment
- Yes. Call 956-796-1098 to schedule a work order.
- Drop-off
- City of Laredo Landfill, 6912 Hwy 359. It's open Mon–Sat, 8 AM–5 PM, and residential waste is free on Saturdays up to one ton. Bring a valid ID and a water bill with the same address. Pickups hauling a trailer must arrive 30 minutes before closing.
- Tip
- Put items in the right-of-way where crews can reach them from the street. Keep them at least 10 feet from cars, mailboxes, water meters, fences, power lines and overhanging trees. Don't block the sidewalk or street. Items on private property won't be collected.
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Helpful supplies
- Furniture dolly — Helps move a couch or dresser to the curb without lifting it the whole way.
- Moving straps — Spreads the weight of large furniture across two people.
FAQ
How do I get rid of furniture or a couch in Laredo?
Call 956-796-1098 to schedule one of your two free bulky item pickups, then set the furniture in the right-of-way at least 10 feet from obstacles.
Is there curbside pickup for furniture in Laredo?
Yes, by request. Furniture is an accepted bulky item for the City's Bulky Item Collection Service.
How much does it cost, and are there limits?
Two free bulky item collections a year if you pay City of Laredo residential garbage fees. Extra pickups, or homes that don't pay City garbage fees, cost $15 for the first item, $10 for the second, and $5 for each item after that.
Do I need an appointment in Laredo?
Yes. Call 956-796-1098 to schedule a work order.
Where can I drop off furniture in Laredo?
City of Laredo Landfill, 6912 Hwy 359. It's open Mon–Sat, 8 AM–5 PM, and residential waste is free on Saturdays up to one ton. Bring a valid ID and a water bill with the same address. Pickups hauling a trailer must arrive 30 minutes before closing.
Any other tips for getting rid of furniture in Laredo?
Put items in the right-of-way where crews can reach them from the street. Keep them at least 10 feet from cars, mailboxes, water meters, fences, power lines and overhanging trees. Don't block the sidewalk or street. Items on private property won't be collected.