The Streets Department does not accept metal oversized items or tires as part of curbside collection. Automotive tires and appliances, such as stoves, washing machines, refrigerators, hot water heaters, etc. should be taken away by a private hauler, or residents may bring these items (limit of two oversized items and four tires) to one of our Sanitation Convenience Centers. 

Residents may continue to set out compactable furniture, such as sofas for collection at curbside, up to two items per week. Mattresses and box springs must be bagged and sealed in plastic mattress bags when placed curbside. Items may be set out on your regular trash day. They do not have to be bagged if taken to one of our Sanitation Convenience Centers.

These photos are examples of approved mattress disposal bags. You can find mattress disposal bags at most major retailers and home improvement stores, such as Home Depot, Lowe's, Kmart, Amazon.com, etc.

Televisions and Computer Equipment

Televisions and computer equipment are not collected curbside. Residents may bring these items to a Sanitation Convenience Center or return them to local computer and electronic retailers.

Wood and Tree Pieces

Small bundles of wood or tree limbs cut down to 4 foot pieces per item are accepted. Items must be bundled and tied.

Illegal Dumping is a Crime

• Maximum fine of $10,000
• Possible vehicle confiscation
• Prison up to five years

You Can Stop It!

• Get the license number and description of the truck or car
• Call 215-685-9500 to report it
• Contact your local Police District to request the Code Violation Notice (CVN) trained officer

Oversized Trash & Construction Debris

Oversized trash and construction debris can be disposed of legally at the following facilities for a fee. Construction materials are considered any waste materials from construction, demolition or remodeling, including but not limited to, stones, bricks, rocks, concrete, gravel, earth, wood, metal, ceramics, drywall and cinder or concrete block.

Republic Services Transfer  & Recycling Center	Richard Burns, Co.	Covanta-Energy
SOUTH PHILADELPHIA 2904 S. Delaware Avenue Cash Customers, 7am-3pm Open 24hrs/7days 215-465-4203 LOWER NORTHEAST Bath and Orthodox Sts. 6:00am - 6:30pm, Monday-Friday 6:00am - 11:30am, Saturday 215-743-2507	KENSINGTON 4300 Rising Sun Avenue 6:00am - 5:00pm, Monday-Friday 7:00am - 3:00pm, Saturday 215-324-6377	SOUTHWEST PHILADELPHIA 58th and Woodland Avenue 6:00am - 3:00pm, Monday-Friday 6:00am - 12:00pm, Saturday 215-729-3770

For additional information about recycling, check your Business-to-Business Yellow Pages for names of recyclers. The City of Philadelphia is providing this list only as a service and does not endorse any of the companies.