Junk removal in North Carolina

Same-day curbside pickup in 26 cities across North Carolina. Book online in 60 seconds. Transparent per-item pricing — no estimates, no appointments, no strangers in your home.

26

Cities served

276

ZIP codes covered

$79

Starting price

Municipal programs

Do cities in North Carolina offer free bulk pickup?

Every city in North Carolina handles bulk pickup differently. Some offer free monthly programs with strict limits, others have no program at all. Here's how each city's municipal program compares — and where Dropcurb fills the gaps.

CharlotteBulk pickup

Charlotte Solid Waste Services collects white goods and bulky items by request — schedule via CLT+ app or call 311. Monthly rotation, 2-3 week wait. Free for residents. Items must be at curb on scheduled collection day.

Wait: 2-3 weeksDropcurb: Same day, $79
RaleighBulk pickup

Raleigh offers free Bulky Load Collection once every 90 days (up to ~4 cubic yards per pickup). Call 919-996-3245 to schedule. E-waste and special items require separate scheduling. Weekly yard-waste service planned for Fall 2026.

Wait: WeeklyDropcurb: Same day, $79
GreensboroBulk pickup

Greensboro Bulk Collection. Frequency: every other week on recycling day. Wait: items must be at curb by 7 AM on collection day. Fees: Free for residents. Appliances must be scheduled separately by calling 336-373-CITY (2489).

Wait: VariesDropcurb: Same day, $79
DurhamBulk pickup

Durham Solid Waste Management Bulky Item Collection. Frequency: by request, up to 3 items free per week. Must schedule via Durham One Call (919-560-1200) or online. Appliances and electronics accepted. Yard waste moves to biweekly starting August 2025.

Wait: WeeklyDropcurb: Same day, $79
Winston-SalemBulk pickup

Winston-Salem Annual Bulky Item Pick-Up runs March through September by neighborhood zone. Items must be at curb by 6 AM on first day of collection week. Residents also get 2 free landfill passes per year for bulky item disposal at Hanes Mill Road Landfill (325 W Hanes Mill Rd).

Wait: 1x/yearDropcurb: Same day, $79
fayettevilleBulk pickup

City of Fayetteville curbside bulky item pickup. Up to 5 items free per pickup. 6+ items must be paid and scheduled through FayFix app or 910-433-1FAY. Items collected on regular trash day.

Wait: VariesDropcurb: Same day, $79
caryBulk pickup

Town of Cary collects garbage weekly in Town-provided rollout carts with automated arm pickup. The Citizens Convenience Center at 313 N Dixon Ave accepts bulky items but will permanently close in December 2026. Wake County Convenience Centers require a Trash Pass for box trucks or dual-axle trailers.

Wait: WeeklyDropcurb: Same day, $79
WilmingtonBulk pickup

City of Wilmington Solid Waste Services handles bulk pickup — call 910-341-7875 or Cape Fear Public Utility Authority at 910-332-6550 to schedule. Wait: 1-2 weeks. Fees: included with service for standard items, $25 per pickup beyond annual limit. Electronics and CFC appliances require separate arrangements.

Wait: 1-2 weeksDropcurb: Same day, $79
high_pointBulk pickup

City of High Point Environmental Services. Frequency: monthly by district. Wait: up to 4 weeks. Fees: included in service

Wait: MonthlyDropcurb: Same day, $79
ConcordBulk pickup

Concord Environmental Services Bulk Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 1-3 weeks. Fees: Free for residents

Wait: 1-3 weeksDropcurb: Same day, $79
ashevilleBulk pickup

City of Asheville Sanitation Services. Frequency: on-demand with appointment. Wait: 2-3 weeks for appointment. Fees: $25 per cubic yard

Wait: 2-3 weeksDropcurb: Same day, $79
GastoniaBulk pickup

Gastonia Sanitation Services Bulk Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 2-4 weeks. Fees: Free for residents

Wait: 2-4 weeksDropcurb: Same day, $79
Chapel HillBulk pickup

Large Item Collection. Frequency: Monthly. Wait: 3-5 weeks. Fees: Free for residents

Wait: 3-5 weeksDropcurb: Same day, $79
HuntersvilleBulk pickup

Bulk Collection Service. Frequency: every two weeks. Wait: 7-14 days. Fees: $18 per collection

Wait: VariesDropcurb: Same day, $79
BurlingtonBulk pickup

Bulk Item Pickup. Frequency: Monthly. Wait: 2-3 weeks. Fees: Free for residents

Wait: 2-3 weeksDropcurb: Same day, $79
ApexBulk pickup

Large Item Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 7-30 days. Fees: $22 per collection

Wait: MonthlyDropcurb: Same day, $79
MooresvilleBulk pickup

Large Item Pickup. Frequency: Bi-weekly. Wait: 2-3 weeks. Fees: Free for residents

Wait: 2-3 weeksDropcurb: Same day, $79
KannapolisBulk pickup

Bulky Item Collection. Frequency: Monthly. Wait: 3-4 weeks. Fees: Free for residents

Wait: 3-4 weeksDropcurb: Same day, $79
Wake ForestBulk pickup

Bulk Item Pickup. Frequency: every two weeks. Wait: 7-14 days. Fees: $18 per collection

Wait: VariesDropcurb: Same day, $79
Holly SpringsBulk pickup

Bulk Waste Collection. Frequency: Bi-monthly. Wait: 1-3 weeks. Fees: Free for residents

Wait: ~2 monthsDropcurb: Same day, $79
Indian TrailBulk pickup

Large Item Collection. Frequency: monthly by district. Wait: 7-30 days. Fees: $0 for residents

Wait: MonthlyDropcurb: Same day, $79
MonroeBulk pickup

Bulk Waste Collection. Frequency: Bi-weekly. Wait: 2-3 weeks. Fees: Free for residents

Wait: 2-3 weeksDropcurb: Same day, $79
SalisburyBulk pickup

Large Item Pickup. Frequency: Monthly. Wait: 2-4 weeks. Fees: Free for residents

Wait: 2-4 weeksDropcurb: Same day, $79
MatthewsBulk pickup

Large Item Collection. Frequency: Monthly. Wait: 1-2 weeks. Fees: Free for residents

Wait: 1-2 weeksDropcurb: Same day, $79
CorneliusBulk pickup

Bulk Collection Service. Frequency: Monthly. Wait: 2-4 weeks. Fees: Free for residents

Wait: 2-4 weeksDropcurb: Same day, $79
MorrisvilleBulk pickup

Large Item Collection. Frequency: Bi-weekly. Wait: 1-2 weeks. Fees: Free for residents

Wait: 1-2 weeksDropcurb: Same day, $79

Pricing

How much does junk removal cost in North Carolina?

Dropcurb offers the same transparent per-item pricing across all 26 cities in North Carolina. No volume estimates, no surprise fees — select your items online and see your exact total before you book.

Furniture

Couch / Sofa

$79

+$29 add-on

Mattress (any size)

$79

+$29 add-on

Box Spring

$79

+$29 add-on

Mattress + Box Spring Set

$109

+$59 add-on

Dresser

$79

+$29 add-on

Desk

$79

+$29 add-on

Dining Table

$79

+$29 add-on

Recliner

$79

+$29 add-on

Bookshelf

$79

+$29 add-on

Bed Frame

$79

+$29 add-on

Nightstand

$79

+$19 add-on

Office Chair

$79

+$19 add-on

2-Piece Sectional

$109

+$59 add-on

3-Piece Sectional

$138

+$88 add-on

4+ Piece Sectional

$168

+$117 add-on

Wardrobe / Armoire

$109

+$59 add-on

Appliances

Refrigerator

+$25 Recycling fee

$134

+$59 add-on

Washer

+$25 Recycling fee

$134

+$59 add-on

Dryer

+$25 Recycling fee

$134

+$59 add-on

Stove / Oven

+$25 Recycling fee

$134

+$59 add-on

Washer/Dryer Combo (Single Unit)

+$25 Recycling fee

$134

+$59 add-on

Water Heater

+$25 Recycling fee

$134

+$59 add-on

Dishwasher

+$25 Recycling fee

$104

+$29 add-on

Microwave

$79

+$19 add-on

Electronics

TV (Under 42")

+$20 E-waste fee

$99

+$19 add-on

TV (42"+)

+$20 E-waste fee

$99

+$29 add-on

Computer / Monitor

+$20 E-waste fee

$99

+$19 add-on

Exercise Equipment

Treadmill

$109

+$59 add-on

Elliptical

$109

+$59 add-on

Exercise Bike

$79

+$29 add-on

Outdoor

Propane Grill

$130

+$49 add-on

Charcoal Grill

$79

+$19 add-on

Patio Chair / Side Table

$79

+$19 add-on

Patio Table

$79

+$29 add-on

Patio Set (Table + Chairs)

$109

+$59 add-on

Patio Umbrella

$79

+$19 add-on

Trampoline

$79

+$29 add-on

Misc

Bag of Junk (1-2 bags)

$79

+$19 add-on

3-5 Bags of Junk

$79

+$29 add-on

6-10 Bags of Junk

$109

+$59 add-on

. First item price includes the $79 pickup fee. Add-on price applies to each additional item in the same pickup. Surcharges cover disposal and recycling fees.

FAQ

Common questions about junk removal in North Carolina

How much does junk removal cost in North Carolina?

Dropcurb starts at $79 across all 26 cities in North Carolina. The $79 pickup fee includes your first item. Additional items start at $19 for small items, $29 for standard furniture, and $59 for heavy equipment. Surcharges apply to mattresses ($15), appliances ($25), and electronics ($20). You see your exact price before you book — no estimates, no surprises.

Does North Carolina offer free bulk pickup?

Most cities in North Carolina offer some form of free bulk pickup, but every program has different limits, scheduling requirements, and item exclusions. Some cities require scheduling 2+ weeks in advance, while others only run quarterly. See the comparison table above for a city-by-city breakdown. Dropcurb offers same-day pickup starting at $79 in all 26 cities — no scheduling, no item restrictions.

How fast can I get junk removed in North Carolina?

Same day. Book before noon in any of our 26 North Carolina cities and your items are picked up by 8 PM. No appointment windows. Place items at the curb and go about your day. We text you confirmation when the hauler completes the pickup.

What items does Dropcurb pick up in North Carolina?

Dropcurb picks up furniture (couches, dressers, desks, tables, bed frames), mattresses and box springs, appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers), electronics (TVs, monitors, computers), exercise equipment (treadmills, ellipticals, exercise bikes), outdoor items (grills, patio furniture, trampolines), and bagged junk. We do not pick up hazardous materials, propane tanks, tires, or items over 400 lbs like hot tubs and pianos.

Coverage details

Neighborhoods & zip codes we serve in North Carolina

Dropcurb provides same-day curbside junk removal across 26 cities in North Carolina. Enter your zip code above to confirm coverage, or find your city below.

Charlotte, NCPop. 874,579

Neighborhoods

Dilworth, Myers Park, SouthPark, Fourth Ward, NoDa, Plaza Midwood, Elizabeth, Eastover, Ballantyne, South End

Zip codes

28201, 28202, 28203, 28204, 28205, 28206, 28207, 28208, 28209, 28210, 28211, 28212, 28213, 28214, 28215, 28216, 28217, 28218, 28219, 28220 and 54 more

Raleigh, NCPop. 467,665

Neighborhoods

North Hills, Cameron Village, Five Points, Glenwood South, Oakwood, Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Wake Forest, Garner

Zip codes

27601, 27602, 27603, 27604, 27605, 27606, 27607, 27608, 27609, 27610, 27611, 27612, 27613, 27614, 27615, 27616, 27617, 27619, 27620, 27621 and 24 more

Greensboro, NCPop. 299,035

Neighborhoods

Fisher Park, Irving Park, Glenwood, Battleground Avenue, Sunset Hills, Downtown, College Hill, Lindley Park, Westerwood

Zip codes

27395, 27401, 27402, 27403, 27404, 27405, 27406, 27407, 27408, 27409, 27410, 27411, 27412, 27413, 27415, 27416, 27417, 27419, 27420, 27425 and 9 more

Durham, NCPop. 278,993

Neighborhoods

Trinity Park, Old West Durham, Tobacco District, Brightleaf, Duke Forest, Walltown, Lakewood, Forest Hills, Southpoint

Zip codes

27701, 27702, 27703, 27704, 27705, 27706, 27707, 27708, 27709, 27710, 27711, 27712, 27713, 27715, 27717, 27722

Winston-Salem, NCPop. 249,545

Neighborhoods

Reynolda, West End, Ardmore, Innovation Quarter, Buena Vista, Washington Park, Brookstown

Zip codes

27101, 27102, 27103, 27104, 27105, 27106, 27107, 27108, 27109, 27110, 27111, 27113, 27114, 27115, 27116, 27117, 27120, 27127, 27130, 27150 and 5 more

fayetteville, NCPop. 208,501

Neighborhoods

Downtown Fayetteville, Fort Liberty area, Eastover, Spring Lake, Hope Mills area, Cross Creek Mall area, Eutaw Shopping area

Zip codes

28301, 28302, 28303, 28304, 28305, 28306, 28309, 28311, 28312, 28314

cary, NCPop. 174,721

Neighborhoods

Regency Park, Preston, MacGregor, Lochmere, Weston, Brier Creek, Amberly, Carpenter Village

Zip codes

27511, 27512, 27513, 27518, 27519

Wilmington, NCPop. 123,744

Neighborhoods

Midtown, Forest Hills, Monkey Junction, Porter's Neck, Sunset Park, Carolina Beach Road, Oleander, Mayfaire

Zip codes

28401, 28402, 28403, 28404, 28405, 28406, 28407, 28408, 28409, 28410, 28411, 28412

high_point, NCPop. 114,059

Neighborhoods

Emerywood, Westchester, Southgate, Quaker Village, Oak Hill, Fairfield, Blair Park, Johnson Street

Zip codes

27260, 27261, 27262, 27263, 27264, 27265, 27268

Concord, NCPop. 96,341

Neighborhoods

Downtown Concord, Afton Village, Christenbury, Bruton Smith, Highland Creek

Zip codes

28025, 28026, 28027

asheville, NCPop. 94,589

Neighborhoods

Downtown Asheville, West Asheville, North Asheville, East Asheville, South Asheville, Biltmore Village, River Arts District, Montford Historic District, Kenilworth, Grove Park

Zip codes

28801, 28802, 28803, 28804, 28805, 28806, 28810, 28813, 28814, 28815, 28816

Gastonia, NCPop. 80,411

Neighborhoods

Downtown Gastonia, Cramerton, Belmont, Stanley, Mount Holly, Dallas, Bessemer City, Lowell

Zip codes

28052, 28053, 28054, 28055, 28056

Chapel Hill, NCPop. 61,960

Neighborhoods

Franklin Street, Carrboro, Hope Valley, Southern Village, Granville Towers, Cameron-McCauley, Glen Lennox, Eastgate, Rams Village

Zip codes

27514, 27515, 27516, 27517, 27599

Huntersville, NCPop. 61,851

Neighborhoods

Lake Norman waterfront, Birkdale Village, Downtown Huntersville, Jetton Road area, Antiquity, Bradford, Elizabeth Crest, Wynfield

Zip codes

28070, 28078

Burlington, NCPop. 57,303

Neighborhoods

Brookwood, Sellars Mill, Lake MacIntosh, Downtown Historic, Eastbrook, Westbrook, Tarpley, Glen Raven, University Area

Zip codes

27215, 27216, 27217, 27220

Apex, NCPop. 55,220

Neighborhoods

Beaver Creek, Scott's Mill, Jordan Lake, Apex Peakway, Ten Ten, Friendship

Zip codes

27502, 27523, 27539

Mooresville, NCPop. 50,924

Neighborhoods

Brawley School Road, Morrison Plantation, Landings, Deerfield, Lake Norman, Mooresville Historic, Coddle Creek, Perth Road

Zip codes

28115, 28117

Kannapolis, NCPop. 49,788

Neighborhoods

Downtown Kannapolis, Afton Village, Dale Earnhardt Plaza Area, West Avenue Corridor, Brookdale, Village Park, Cannon Memorial, Research Campus District

Zip codes

28081, 28082, 28083

Wake Forest, NCPop. 47,601

Neighborhoods

Historic downtown, Heritage area, Capital Boulevard corridor, 98 Bypass developments, Falls River, Hasentree, Bowling Green, Holding Park area

Zip codes

27587, 27588

Neighborhoods

Sunset Ridge, Arbor Creek, Bass Lake, Twelve Oaks, Holly Glen, Sunset Pointe, Forest Hills, Main Street District, Avent Ferry Road

Zip codes

27540

Indian Trail, NCPop. 39,070

Neighborhoods

Old Monroe Road area, Highway 74 corridor, Chestnut Lane, Indian Trail Fairview Road, Unionville area, New Town, Providence area, Stallings border

Zip codes

28079

Monroe, NCPop. 36,397

Neighborhoods

Historic Downtown, Skybrook, Wellington, Forest Hills, Unionville-Indian Trail Border, Stallings Border, Hemby Bridge, Wingate, Marshville Road

Zip codes

28110, 28111, 28112

Salisbury, NCPop. 35,580

Neighborhoods

Historic Downtown, West End, Brenner Crossing, Ellis Crossroads, Fulton Heights, Town Creek, Chestnut Hill, Lincolnton Road, Jake Alexander

Zip codes

28144, 28145, 28146, 28147

Matthews, NCPop. 32,862

Neighborhoods

Matthews Township, Stallings Border, Weddington Border, Providence Plantation, Sardis Woods, Carmel Commons, Quail Hollow, Ballantyne Border, Mint Hill Border

Zip codes

28104, 28105, 28106

Cornelius, NCPop. 31,412

Neighborhoods

Peninsula, Antiquity, Birkdale, The Point, Jetton Park Area, Cain Center, Westmoreland, Oak Island, Royal Oaks

Zip codes

28031

Morrisville, NCPop. 29,630

Neighborhoods

Breckenridge, Chapel Hill Road, Town Hall Commons, Kitts Creek, Carpenter Village, Shiloh

Zip codes

27560

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