Disposal guides
Explore practical disposal guides for furniture, mattresses and household items, with reuse options and official sources to check local collection rules.
Choose an item below to compare reuse, donation, pickup and drop-off options. Check the condition of the item and ask the receiving organization what it accepts before arranging transport.
Collection rules depend on your address and provider. Check local instructions for fees, bookings and special handling before putting anything at the curb. For city-specific guidance, browse bulk trash pickup by state.
Appliance pickup and disposal: fridges, washers and more
Arrange appliance pickup through your city, utility, retailer or recycler. Check refrigerant recovery, local acceptance, haul-away fees and booking rules.
Read guide →Christmas tree recycling 2026–27: pickup and drop-off
Christmas tree recycling for 2026–27: posted city dates, pickup and drop-off options, preparation rules, mulch, and what to do with artificial trees.
Read guide →Couch disposal: how to get rid of a sofa
Compare couch disposal options, from city bulk pickup and furniture donation pick up to private removal. Check local rules, costs and sofa preparation.
Read guide →How to get rid of a mattress: 8 legal options
Learn how to get rid of a mattress through city pickup, recycling, retailer take-back or an agreed donation. Check local fees, bagging and booking rules.
Read guide →Paint disposal: how to get rid of old paint
Plan paint disposal by checking the label, PaintCare sites and local hazardous waste rules. Find options for latex, oil-based paint, aerosols and reuse.
Read guide →Tire disposal: where to take old tires
Find a tire disposal route through a retailer, recycler, city drop-off or amnesty event. Compare state tire fees, local limits, rims and collection rules.
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