Solid Waste Management Department

Bulky Item and White Goods Collection

Beginning the week of July 13, bulky item collection will be offered EVERY WEEK. A maximum of three bulky items can be placed on your curb the same day as your normal household collection for garbage and recycling. When our crews come through to pick up your green and blue roll-out carts, we’ll note your bulky items on the curb and come back the next day to pick it up. It’s that simple.


Prohibited Items

There are certain items that are prohibited from being included in this monthly curbside service. Examples of these types of items include:

  • rocks
  • dirt
  • building materials
  • construction debris
  • loose leaves
  • large tree limbs
  • tree stumps
  • tires
  • propane tanks
  • car parts

These items should disposed of at the City's Waste Disposal and Recycling Center at 2115 East Club Boulevard, Durham.

Hazardous materials such as chemicals and paint are also prohibited and should be disposed of at the City's Household Hazardous Waste Center, located at 1900 East Club Boulevard, Durham.

When disposing of appliances, all food and debris must be removed prior to collection. Please remove or secure doors to eliminate potential hazards to children.

When disposing of lawn equipment, gasoline, oil, and any other fluids must be removed before collection.

Safety Requirements

Items are picked up mechanically using a special boom truck. For safety reasons, don't place items under low hanging wires or tree limbs. Also don't place items near or on top of underground sprinkles, decorative stones, or other items that may be damaged in the collection process.

Additional Information

Contact Durham One Call at (919) 560-1200 for additional information.