Spring into spring cleaning by knowing bulk waste collection dates

Published on March 07, 2024

Spring is approaching and that means that for many people it’s time for the annual tradition of spring cleaning.  

From decluttering closets to tidying up garages, households across Port St. Lucie will find themselves needing to get rid of items that may not fit into the regular waste collection carts. To assist with this seasonal purge, the City of Port St. Lucie is reminding residents they can dispose of bulk waste curbside once a month. 

For residents who aren’t sure what day is their bulk waste collection day, click here for the schedule for all of 2024.

Residents have multiple convenient options to determine their once-a-month bulk waste collection schedule, which is part of residents’ regular service: 

Phone Support: Residents can also obtain the schedule by calling the Office of Solid Waste at 1-772-871-1775 and pressing #5 during regular business hours.  

In-Person Assistance: Residents are welcome to visit City Hall to have a staff member look up their bulk waste pickup day and mark it on a magnet to put on a refrigerator. The magnet can be obtained at City Hall, 121 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd., Bldg. A, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (excluding holidays). 

Check online: The City’s interactive solid waste map incorporates a calendar function, enabling residents to synchronize their pickup days seamlessly with their smartphone and laptop calendars. To enable this feature, follow these easy instructions: 

1. Visit the Waste Collection interactive map.
2. Once the map loads, type in your address in the search bar.
3. When your address has been located, click "Add to Calendar."

Here are some frequently asked questions about bulk waste that may be beneficial for residents. 

What is bulk waste?

If you have items too large to fit inside your garbage cart, such as furniture, mattresses, large toys, exercise equipment and appliances, then it is considered bulk waste, which is collected once a month. 

How much bulk waste is allowed?

The limit for bulk waste is two cubic yards per month, about the same size as a sofa or a standard size refrigerator. 

When should residents put it out?

Residents should place items curbside by 7 a.m. on their pickup day but no earlier than 6 p.m. the evening before collection. 

What if a resident can’t wait for their bulk waste day?

Residents can drop off yard and bulk waste at the City's Convenient Drop-off Center at 1501 SW Cameo Blvd. on the corner of Cameo Boulevard and Crosstown Parkway. The Convenient Drop-off Center is open Wednesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

How do I dispose of household hazardous waste?

Household hazardous waste cannot be picked up with regular household garbage or at the City’s Convenient Drop-off Center, but can be disposed of in two ways: 

• The St. Lucie County Solid Waste Baling and Recycling Facility, located at 6120 Glades Cutoff Road in Fort Pierce, accepts approved household hazardous waste.  Learn more about what types of items can be disposed of at the St. Lucie County facility.
• The City of Port St. Lucie Office of Solid Waste hosts a free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day twice a year. The department also has free drop-off sites at City buildings for rechargeable batteries such as cell phones. Call 772-871-1775 and press 5 for more information.