Miami Bulk Trash Pickup Rules (2026 Rules & Calendar)
Bulk pickup is listed as available for up to 4 items per collection. Curbside bulky trash is collected once per week on your scheduled day. Accepted items include furniture, appliances, electronics, and tied yard trash under 50 pounds. City residents may also bring one pickup truck load per day to the Mini Dump Facility at 1290 NW 20th Street.
Miami bulk pickup rules
| Collection rule | Curbside bulky trash is collected once per week on your scheduled day. Accepted items include furniture, appliances, electronics, and tied yard trash under 50 pounds. City residents may also bring one pickup truck load per day to the Mini Dump Facility at 1290 NW 20th Street. |
|---|---|
| Limit per pickup | 4 items |
| Permitted materials | Furniture, Appliances |
| Advance notice | Not required under the listed rules. |
| Dispatch phone | 305-960-2801 |
Allowed vs. disallowed bulk materials
Furniture
AcceptedBed frames, dressers, tables, chairs, sofas, and mattresses are collected curbside once per week.
Appliances
AcceptedWhite goods including refrigerators, stoves, microwaves, and dishwashers are collected with bulky trash.
Construction debris
Not acceptedRoofing materials, drywall, rocks, dirt, concrete, and remodeling debris are not collected; hire a commercial hauler.
How to throw away a mattress in Miami
Follow the listed bulk rule: Curbside bulky trash is collected once per week on your scheduled day. Accepted items include furniture, appliances, electronics, and tied yard trash under 50 pounds. City residents may also bring one pickup truck load per day to the Mini Dump Facility at 1290 NW 20th Street.
Special disposal mandates
Plastic mattress encasement: The listed rules do not require mattress bagging. Confirm any material-specific handling instructions before pickup. Read mattress bagging laws →
Freon sticker for refrigerant appliances: The sticker requirement has not been verified. Confirm the appliance procedure with dispatch.
Miami Curbside Scavenging & Trash Picking Rules
Whether you want usable items salvaged before the compactor crushes them or you are looking for scrap metal, understand the local curbside legal boundaries in Miami.
Public Curb vs. City Cart Ownership
Under federal precedent, property discarded in public rights-of-way is legally abandoned. However, many municipal ordinances classify materials placed inside official city-owned recycling carts as city property. Removing materials from inside containers can trigger municipal pilfering fines.
Mark Usable Items with a "FREE" Sign
If you want scrap metal collectors or neighbors to haul away working appliances, lawnmowers, or furniture before bulk pickup day, tape a clear "FREE" sign to the item and place it directly on the curb line away from your private driveway.
Miami Area Landfills & Citizen Drop-Off Stations
When you have large renovation loads, dirt, concrete, or bulky waste exceeding curbside limits, self-haul directly to a verified transfer station or county landfill serving Miami-Dade County.
Residents of Miami have access to regional solid waste transfer stations in Miami-Dade County. Contact the public works department or visit your county sanitation portal to view the nearest facility.
Visit Miami solid waste portal →All open truck beds and trailers must be secured with a tarp. Unsecured loads face an immediate $20 to $50 state fee at the scale.
Most facilities have a minimum entry fee ($25 to $45) covering up to 1,000 lbs, with prorated per-ton rates for heavier commercial debris.
To receive discounted residential gate rates, bring a valid state driver license and a current local municipal water or utility bill.
If your project exceeds city bulk limits, review our dumpster rental vs. bulk pickup cost comparison or read our construction debris weight guide.
Local disposal alternatives in Miami-Dade County
For items that cannot go at the curb, check these official disposal resources. Confirm accepted materials, residency requirements, fees, and hours before visiting.
Ask the sanitation office for an eligible transfer station or landfill.
The nearest eligible transfer station or landfill depends on your address and the material. These resources are not ranked by distance.
DPW & sanitation contact
City of Miami Department of Solid Waste · municipal dpw
Phone: 305-960-2801
1290 NW 20th StreetMiami, FL 33142
These collection rules cover Zone City of Miami Curbside Service Area.
Trash & recycling questions
What days is trash collected in Miami, FL?
Listed trash collection days are Monday and Tuesday and Thursday and Friday. Set containers out Set out garbage carts 12 to 24 hours prior to the morning of collection. Carts must be removed within 24 hours after service to avoid citations. Keep carts at least five feet away from trees, cars, and light poles.. These rules apply to Zone City of Miami Curbside Service Area.
Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Miami?
As of 2026-10-10: No observed holidays this week. Collections follow the regular schedule. Pickups on a listed holiday are skipped until the next scheduled cycle. Observed holidays: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Christmas Day. These rules apply to Zone City of Miami Curbside Service Area.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Miami?
Curbside bulky trash is collected once per week on your scheduled day. Accepted items include furniture, appliances, electronics, and tied yard trash under 50 pounds. City residents may also bring one pickup truck load per day to the Mini Dump Facility at 1290 NW 20th Street. The listed limit is 4 items per pickup. Advance notice is not required under the listed rules. Contact sanitation at 305-960-2801 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone City of Miami Curbside Service Area.
What items are accepted for recycling in Miami?
The listed accepted materials are Paper: clean printer paper, copier paper, mail, newspapers, magazines, catalogs, and office paper without wax liners, Cardboard: corrugated boxes, cereal boxes, pizza boxes, and packing boxes (flatten completely before placing in cart), Cans: steel and aluminum food and beverage cans, aluminum bottles, Cartons: aseptic poly-coated drink boxes, juice cartons, and milk cartons, Bottles: plastic and glass bottles (milk, water, detergent, shampoo, soda; flatten and replace caps), Plastic tubs and jugs: butter tubs, yogurt tubs, milk jugs, detergent jugs, and to-go cups. Keep these listed prohibited items out: Plastic bags, plastic wraps, and plastic film (never bag recyclables), Styrofoam cups, plates, food containers, egg cartons, and meat packing trays, Plastic straws and plastic silverware, Electronic waste (computers, monitors, televisions, cell phones, printer cartridges), Medical waste, sharps, syringes, and pharmaceuticals, Batteries (lithium batteries, dry cell, and lead acid batteries), Household chemicals, paints, pesticides, and aerosol cans, Window glass, mirrors, incandescent/fluorescent light bulbs, ceramics, and cookware. Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone City of Miami Curbside Service Area.