When you need to dispose of larger items like appliances or furniture, the Cedar Rapids Solid Waste & Recycling Division can schedule a special pick-up.
Scheduling a Pick-Up
- Call 319-286-5897.
Bulky item collection can only be scheduled during normal business hours. Please call at least one business day prior to your garbage collection day to schedule collection.
Bulky Item Collection | Fees
The fee for this service will be added to your next utility bill. Costs vary depending on the size and type of item. Prices are subject to change.
Fiscal Year 2023 Fees (July 1, 2022–June 30, 2023)
| Item | Examples |
Cost for Curbside Pick-up |
|---|---|---|
| Furniture (up to 200 lbs) |
Chairs, couches, tables, toilets, crib mattresses/futon |
$5.00 per item |
| Toilets | $5.00 per item | |
| TVs and Monitors | Any size television or computer monitor | $20.00 hauling fee +
|
| Other Electronics | various | $20.00 hauling fee |
| Appliances | Washers, dryers, refrigerators, water heaters | $20.00 hauling fee + $10.00 per item |
| Beds/Mattresses | mattresses and box springs |
Crib or futon mattresses — $5.00/item Twin size mattress sets — $12.00/set Full/Double/Queen size mattress sets — $16.00/set |
| Large Items (over 200 lbs) | Pianos, large game tables, bath tubs, railroad ties. | Cost depends on size/weight |
The Cedar Rapids/Linn County Solid Waste Agency accepts appliances, metal, electronics, needles and recycling at only the Marion location (1954 County Home Road).
Visit www.solidwasteagency.org for drop off pricing, fees, and schedules.
