Cleveland Bulk Trash Disposal Guide

It might not be something you do often, but sooner or later you're going to have to replace your furniture. Maybe your old mattress is starting to get lumpy or you're working your way through an estate cleanout and need to dispose of a dining room set.

Don't worry. Removing and disposing of furniture such as chairs, tables, couches, desks, mattresses, box springs and dressers is easy enough if you know your options.

Are you looking to update your kitchen or maybe your oven isn't preheating well anymore? From the refrigerator keeping your food cool to the washer and dryer keeping your clothes looking fresh and clean, all of your appliances will need to be replaced at some point.

While it might seem intimidating at first, appliance disposal isn't as hard as you may think. Common items like microwaves, washing machines and air fryers require very little work to toss. Even more complicated items like fridges, window air conditioning units and dehumidifiers are easy enough one you're aware of your local restrictions.

The average number of electronic devices in a household is growing. With that growth comes an increase in e-waste. Electronics can be tricky to dispose, as they contain metals that can be hazardous if not properly handled.

The City of Cleveland does not accept electronics curbside. Luckily, as items like televisions, tablets, computers and cell phones have become more prevalent, so have e-waste recycling options.

Finishing the basement? Decided that your living room would look better with hardwood, so the carpet has to go? There are plenty of projects that result in debris that can be tough to dispose.

If you've got extra drywall, flooring, bricks, countertops, lumber or other remodeling debris, there are places around Cleveland to get renovation materials out of your home. However, these options usually only deal with a small quantities of remodeling debris. In cases where there's a lot to toss, a roll off dumpster is the most convenient option.

There's a reason that lawn equipment is not used by children. It can be dangerous. When it comes time to throw out the items, you need to know what your options and restrictions are, because even if they aren't functioning, the equipment can still be dangerous.

Items like lawnmowers, chainsaws, snow throwers, weed whackers and other outdoor equipment have special restrictions due to sharp blades, hazardous materials and the size of the equipment.

Whether you need to dispose of motor oil or tires while maintaining your vehicle or you're cleaning out the garage and discovered more bottles of wiper fluid than you thought you had, getting rid of automotive waste can be tough.

Nearly all automotive waste is banned from landfills. Tires can collect gasses that damage the infrastructure, and the various fluids from vehicles can seep into the ground or run into nearby water supplies. Here are some options around Cleveland to get rid of items like tires, motor oil and gasoline.

Household hazardous wastes are some of the most difficult items to dispose of, because they are not accepted at landfills — with good reason. Items like paint, cleaners, solvents, batteries and florescent light bulbs can not only seep into the ground at a landfill, but easily be ingested by animals or contaminate water supplies.

Luckily, the Solid Waste Department of Cleveland offers drop-off sites around the Greater Cleveland area to help dispose of hazardous, flammable and toxic waste.