The 2026 Chattanooga Junk Removal and Disposal Cheat Sheet

A free local guide covering what the city picks up, what to donate, what needs special routing, and when private hauling may be the right fit. Built from official Chattanooga and Hamilton County sources. Useful for homeowners, renters, landlords, real estate agents, property managers, and estate attorneys.

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City pickup and refuse centers follow different rules

Curbside bulk pickup excludes lumber and drywall. The Refuse Collection Centers accept lumber and up to one standard truck bed of drywall from eligible Chattanooga residents. Contractors, businesses, and landlords cannot use the centers. City bulk pickup is not offered to businesses, apartment complexes, or landlords.

Check the City's current rules for brush and bulk trash collection and Refuse Collection Centers.

What's Inside

What the city may pick up and what it won't
Where to donate locally in Chattanooga
When private hauling may help
Tips for tight timelines and large cleanouts

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