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How to get rid of furniture in Worcester, MA
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Quick answer
Book a $5-per-item drop-off at the Residential Drop-Off Center (online or 311), or pay Casella (508-832-2349) for curbside pickup.
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- Curbside
- Only for a fee. Worcester doesn't pick up furniture for free; Casella, the City's recycling contractor, does curbside bulk pickup at City-negotiated rates for buildings with up to six units (call 508-832-2349).
- How to prepare
- For Casella pickup, have items at the curb by 7 a.m. on your scheduled day. Rugs for drop-off must be 16 x 16 ft or less, rolled and tied.
- Cost / limits
- Drop-off: $5 per item (sofa, chair, table, desk, bureau, recliner). Casella curbside: $30.92 for the first piece plus $25.70 for each additional piece; sleeper sofa $73.69. Casella requires payment when you book, and fees are non-refundable without 24 hours' notice.
- Appointment
- Yes, for both. Book drop-off online or through 311; book curbside pickup with Casella at 508-832-2349.
- Drop-off
- Residential Drop-Off Center, 1065 Millbury Street, by appointment (book online or call 311 up to 48 hours ahead): Wednesdays 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in November, Saturdays 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open about April through November/December, weather permitting; closed November 11. Pay by check or exact cash and bring current proof of residency.
- Tip
- Dropping it off yourself is much cheaper: $5 a piece versus $30.92 and up at the curb.
Official source: www.worcesterma.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 Worcester?
Book a $5-per-item drop-off at the Residential Drop-Off Center (online or 311), or pay Casella (508-832-2349) for curbside pickup.
Is there curbside pickup for furniture in Worcester?
Only for a fee. Worcester doesn't pick up furniture for free; Casella, the City's recycling contractor, does curbside bulk pickup at City-negotiated rates for buildings with up to six units (call 508-832-2349).
How much does it cost, and are there limits?
Drop-off: $5 per item (sofa, chair, table, desk, bureau, recliner). Casella curbside: $30.92 for the first piece plus $25.70 for each additional piece; sleeper sofa $73.69. Casella requires payment when you book, and fees are non-refundable without 24 hours' notice.
Do I need an appointment in Worcester?
Yes, for both. Book drop-off online or through 311; book curbside pickup with Casella at 508-832-2349.
Where can I drop off furniture in Worcester?
Residential Drop-Off Center, 1065 Millbury Street, by appointment (book online or call 311 up to 48 hours ahead): Wednesdays 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in November, Saturdays 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open about April through November/December, weather permitting; closed November 11. Pay by check or exact cash and bring current proof of residency.
Any other tips for getting rid of furniture in Worcester?
Dropping it off yourself is much cheaper: $5 a piece versus $30.92 and up at the curb.