Clearwater, FL: bulky pickup & disposal rules
City of Clearwater sanitation customers can set ordinary bulky furniture curbside on their weekly collection day without a separate appointment. Eligible single-family homes have a 40-cubic-yard annual bulk allowance; call 727-562-4920 ahead for appliances and electronics.
Quick answer
City of Clearwater sanitation customers can set ordinary bulky furniture curbside on their weekly collection day without a separate appointment. Eligible single-family homes have a 40-cubic-yard annual bulk allowance; call 727-562-4920 ahead for appliances and electronics.
Confirm City service by property address. Larger piles may incur charges and multifamily service conditions can differ; do not apply the single-family 40-cubic-yard allowance to every unit type.
The City lists a 40-cubic-yard-per-calendar-year yard/bulk allowance for eligible residential customers. Furniture, white goods and electronics do not necessarily use the same pickup procedure.
Who qualifies
These rules apply to customers served by the City of Clearwater Solid Waste department. Some Clearwater mailing addresses fall outside the City operation; confirm provider using the service address.
Furniture, mattresses and appliances
The City’s bulky-material guidance discusses furniture, large household objects and selected appliances. For appliances or electronic equipment the City says to call ahead at 727-562-4920; regular furniture does not require a separate bulk appointment.
Before setting anything out
Set out ordinary eligible furniture on the regular City solid-waste collection day, by 7 a.m., no more than 24 hours beforehand, and keep material away from vehicles, wires, trees and other obstructions. Clearwater’s published residential guidance allows up to 40 cubic yards of yard/bulk waste per calendar year for eligible single-family homes and multifamily dwelling units; its specific bulk guidance also identifies an annual 40-cubic-yard limit for single-family households. This is an annual volume limit, not a promise that all materials and extra-large piles are free. Call ahead regarding appliances and electronics; large or unusual piles may require special arrangements or charges.
What not to put in the bulky pile
Painting chemicals, lithium batteries, antifreeze and other hazardous household products belong in separate collection systems. Construction debris or unusual oversized waste may require special arrangements.
Where to take other large items
Contact the City to confirm appliance or electronics routing or locate an authorized recycling/drop-off option; use Pinellas County hazardous waste resources for household toxins.