Junk Removal in East Providence, RI
East Providence's bulky program is one item per week, by appointment, on Fridays. Appliances need a $25 sticker and go out once a month. If you're clearing more than one piece, that can take weeks. We can take it all in one visit.
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East Providence curbside bulky pickup: the town rules
| Bulky items | Bulky items and furniture picked up on Fridays by appointment through the DPW/Recycling Office (401-435-7701), one item per week; book by noon the Thursday before. |
| Fees | Appliances (including Freon units): $25 sticker from the DPW/Recycling Office, collected the second Tuesday of each month. Items put out too early can draw a $50 fine. |
| Mattresses | $25 per piece by appointment, Saturdays twice a month March–November and once in December (none in January–February); occasional free drop-off events. |
| Drop-off | DPW Yard, 60 Commercial Way, Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–3 PM (e-waste, scrap metal, propane up to 20 lb). |
| Town contacts | DPW/Recycling 401-435-7701 |
Summarized from the sources at the bottom of this page, checked October 1, 2026. Full statewide comparison: Rhode Island bulky waste guide by town.
When hiring us makes more sense than the town pickup
- More than one bulky item (the city limit is one per week)
- Appliances you don't want to wait for the monthly collection
- Mattresses in January or February, when the city doesn't collect them
- Whole-room or whole-house cleanouts
What we haul
- Couches, sectionals, recliners and mattresses
- Dressers, tables, desks and bed frames
- Washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers, water heaters
- Refrigerators, freezers and window AC units
- TVs, computers and other electronics
- Hot tubs, swing sets, sheds, playsets and exercise equipment
- Boxes, bags and general household clutter
- Small-renovation debris: drywall, flooring, cabinets, fixtures
- Yard debris: branches, brush, bagged leaves
What we can't take
- Paint (liquid), solvents, pesticides, pool chemicals and other household hazardous waste
- Propane tanks, gasoline, motor oil and fuel containers
- Asbestos or suspected asbestos materials
- Medical waste and sharps
- Anything leaking or contaminated with chemicals
Household hazardous waste goes to the state's Eco-Depot program run by Rhode Island Resource Recovery (RIRRC). Call RIRRC at 401-942-1430 to ask about an appointment.
How it works
- Call or send the form. (401) 626-4121 or the quote form. Tell us your town, what's going, and where it sits (curb, garage, basement, upstairs).
- Get a price. We'll call you back, ask a few questions (photos help), and give you a quote based on how much space the load takes up in the truck and what it is.
- Pick a time. We'll offer the earliest pickup window we have. You point, we lift, load and haul it away.
East Providence junk removal FAQ
How does bulky pickup work in East Providence?
Book with the DPW/Recycling Office (401-435-7701) by noon the Thursday before. Pickup is on Fridays, one item per week. Items put out too early can draw a $50 fine.
What does East Providence charge for appliances and mattresses?
Appliances need a $25 recycling sticker and go out the second Tuesday of the month. Mattresses are $25 per piece by appointment, March–December only.
Where can I drop off e-waste in East Providence?
The DPW Yard at 60 Commercial Way takes e-waste, scrap metal and other items Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–3 PM.
Get a junk removal quote
Call (401) 626-4121 or send this form. Include your town and a rough list of what's going. We'll call or email you back.
Sources
Town rules checked October 1, 2026. Towns change fees and schedules; confirm with the town before you put anything at the curb.