Orlando Bulk Trash Pickup Rules (2026 Rules & Calendar)
Bulk pickup is listed as available for up to 2 items per collection. Up to two large items placed curbside on your scheduled yard waste day; no prior appointment required
Orlando bulk pickup rules
| Collection rule | Up to two large items placed curbside on your scheduled yard waste day; no prior appointment required |
|---|---|
| Limit per pickup | 2 items |
| Permitted materials | No unconditional accepted-material list is verified. Confirm eligibility before putting items out. |
| Advance notice | Not required under the listed rules. |
| Dispatch phone | 407-246-2314 |
Allowed vs. disallowed bulk materials
Furniture
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
Appliances
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
Construction debris
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
How to throw away a mattress in Orlando
Follow the listed bulk rule: Up to two large items placed curbside on your scheduled yard waste day; no prior appointment required
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.
Orlando 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 Orlando.
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.
Orlando 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 Orange County.
📍 5901 Young Pine Road, Orlando, FL 32829
County facility accepting household hazardous waste, electronics, LP gas bottles, and large bulk debris.
📍 1326 Good Homes Road, Orlando, FL 32818
Transfer station and drop-off facility serving Orange County and Orlando area residents.
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 Orange County
For items that cannot go at the curb, check these official disposal resources. Confirm accepted materials, residency requirements, fees, and hours before visiting.
Orange County Landfill
5901 Young Pine Road, Orlando, FL 32829
County facility accepting household hazardous waste, electronics, LP gas bottles, and large bulk debris.
Porter Road Transfer Station
1326 Good Homes Road, Orlando, FL 32818
Transfer station and drop-off facility serving Orange County and Orlando area residents.
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 Orlando Solid Waste Division · municipal dpw
Phone: 407-246-2314
1028 Woods AvenueOrlando, FL 32805
These collection rules cover Zone Orlando Citywide Curbside Routes.
Trash & recycling questions
What days is trash collected in Orlando, FL?
Listed trash collection days are Monday and Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday and Friday. Set containers out 6:00 AM (set out by 6:00 AM on collection day). These rules apply to Zone Orlando Citywide Curbside Routes.
Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Orlando?
As of 2026-10-10: No observed holidays this week. Collections follow the regular schedule. A listed holiday shifts that day and the remaining collection days in its service week by one day. Observed holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day. These rules apply to Zone Orlando Citywide Curbside Routes.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Orlando?
Up to two large items placed curbside on your scheduled yard waste day; no prior appointment required The listed limit is 2 items per pickup. Advance notice is not required under the listed rules. Contact sanitation at 407-246-2314 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone Orlando Citywide Curbside Routes.
What items are accepted for recycling in Orlando?
The listed accepted materials are Plastic bottles and containers, Glass bottles and jars, Aluminum, steel and tin cans, Cardboard (flattened boxes), Paper (newspapers, paper bags, junk mail, and drink cartons). Keep these listed prohibited items out: Plastic bags, Food waste, Polystyrene foam cups and containers, Aluminum food pans, Yard waste in recycling carts. Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone Orlando Citywide Curbside Routes.