How to get rid of furniture in Raleigh, NC

Last updated: November 6, 2026

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Quick answer

Call 919-996-3245 to schedule a $35 Bulky Load, then set furniture at the curb on the scheduled day.

Curbside Yes
Prep Call first
Cost / limits $35 per Bulky Load (since April…
Appointment Yes

✓ Last verified: 2026-11-06

Curbside: Yes — Bulky Load Collection for City curbside-garbage customers. Furniture (couches, love seats, recliners, etc.) is on the accepted Bulky Load list.
How to prepare: Call first. Place items at the curb on the scheduled day, five feet from mailboxes, poles, and vehicles, on a flat area not in the street.
Cost / limits: $35 per Bulky Load (since April 1, 2026), up to 4 cubic yards (~two couches). No limit on number of loads. Items at the curb before scheduling can bring fines under City Code Section 7.
Appointment: Yes — call 919-996-3245 with name, address, phone, and item description. Cancel by noon the business day before for a refund.
Drop-off: Wake County Solid Waste Management facilities are an alternative if you do not want to wait for City collection.
Tip: Special Load ($70) covers some items not eligible for Bulky Load (large exercise equipment, excess yard waste, white goods).

Official source: raleighnc.gov

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 Raleigh?

Call 919-996-3245 to schedule a $35 Bulky Load, then set furniture at the curb on the scheduled day.

Is there curbside pickup for furniture in Raleigh?

Yes — Bulky Load Collection for City curbside-garbage customers. Furniture (couches, love seats, recliners, etc.) is on the accepted Bulky Load list.

How much does it cost, and are there limits?

$35 per Bulky Load (since April 1, 2026), up to 4 cubic yards (~two couches). No limit on number of loads. Items at the curb before scheduling can bring fines under City Code Section 7.

Do I need an appointment in Raleigh?

Yes — call 919-996-3245 with name, address, phone, and item description. Cancel by noon the business day before for a refund.

Where can I drop off furniture in Raleigh?

Wake County Solid Waste Management facilities are an alternative if you do not want to wait for City collection.

Any other tips for getting rid of furniture in Raleigh?

Special Load ($70) covers some items not eligible for Bulky Load (large exercise equipment, excess yard waste, white goods).