Bulky Trash Collection
Bulky Item Collection
- Residents must call 311 at 423-643-6311 or visit CHA311.com immediately after placing bulky items on the curbside in front of the residence for collection.
Common Acceptable Items
BBQ Grills | Heavy Appliances |
Carpet | Large toys |
Carpet padding | Mattresses |
Furniture | Water Heaters |
NOT Acceptable Items*
55 gallon drums | Hot materials |
Auto parts | Household garbage |
Block | Insulation |
Brick | Liquids |
Building materials | Lumber |
Compressed gas tanks | Propane tanks |
Concrete | Railroad ties |
Cross ties | Recyclables |
Dirt | Tile |
Drywall | Tires |
Cardboard Boxes | Pallets |
Hazardous materials |
Glass and Mirrors |
* This list is not all-inclusive. Other items not listed which may be hazardous to collection employees, the public, the environment, or collection equipment will not be collected. All items placed out for collection must be stated when calling 311 to place the service request.
Placement
Place items separate from household items and at least 3-feet away from other stationary objects, on street parking areas, drainage clean-outs, and as near as practical to the roadway in front of the premises without blocking the roadway, any sidewalk or drainage ditch. Do not place Bulk Garbage over water meters or low hanging wires.
Mission:
Serve people with integrity and improve the infrastructure and environment through excellence.
1250 Market Street
Chattanooga TN 37402 (map)
(423) 643-6311
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