Appliances & Scrap Metal
The City of Asheville collects appliances (aka ‘white goods’) and scrap metal. There is a fee of $5.00 per item for appliances such as stoves, ovens, refrigerators, freezers, dishwashers, washers, dryers, air conditioners, trash compactors, and hot water heaters, which is assessed on a resident’s combined utility bill. Call (828) 251-1122 or use The Asheville App to schedule scrap metal or appliance collection.
North Carolina State Law prohibits the dumping of appliances in a landfill. This law also requires that businesses who sell appliances charge an appliance disposal fee to cover the cost of the appliance. Citizens are encouraged to allow the business selling the new appliance to dispose of the old one.
Bulky Item Collection
The City of Asheville will collect chairs, beds, mattresses and box springs, sofas, and other bulky items on request. To request collection of these items, call (828) 251-1122 or use The Asheville App. Once you schedule collection, place the item(s) at your curb by 7 a.m. on the scheduled collection day.
Large Collections (Moving Into or Out of a Home)
The City of Asheville will collect large amounts of trash, such as from a move into or out of a home, one time only. Call (828) 251-1122 or use The Asheville App to schedule.
Carpet Disposal
When disposing of carpet, roll and tie the carpet with string or twine (not wire) in 4-foot rolls and place at the curb. Call (828) 251-1122 or use The Asheville App to schedule collection.
Small Dead Animals
Small dead animals, such as a cat, dog, or other small household pet, must be wrapped in a plastic bag and placed at the curb. Call (828) 251-1122 or use The Asheville App for pickup.