2026 Municipal Bulk Trash Comparison Table
We checked each municipality’s published program on November 14, 2026. Always confirm by phone before you set anything out, because holidays shift pickup days and rules get updated.
| Municipality | Schedule | Item limits | Phone / reservation | Not accepted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of Bel Air | Every other week (the Town generally runs bulk on Wednesdays); a holiday can shift it | No item count published. Wood must be cut to 5-foot lengths with nails removed or bent down | Appointment only: (410) 638-4545, at least 24 hours ahead | Waste from building, contracting, repair, excavation or demolition work |
| City of Aberdeen | Scheduled by request; one free pickup per fiscal year (July 1–June 30) | Large items (washers, dryers, refrigerators, sofas, metal items): 1–2 per pickup. Small items (chairs, tables): 3–5 per pickup | (410) 297-4259 or dpw@aberdeenmd.gov. Do not set items out until confirmed | See the City’s “Acceptable Items” list. Extra pickups: $20 per large item (up to 3) or $10 per small-item pickup |
| Havre de Grace | Fridays, by City staff; yard waste is collected Mondays | Metal items only | Reservation only: 410-939-5009, 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Monday–Thursday | Non-metal bulk items are not part of this service; confirm with the City |
Bel Air mailing address? Many addresses with a Bel Air mailing address sit outside Town limits and are not eligible for the Town’s program. Confirm with Public Works before you book.
What Happens If You Live in Fallston, Abingdon, Jarrettsville, or Forest Hill?
Most of Harford County’s population lives outside a municipality, and for those households the county does not run curbside collection. Instead, Harford County licenses private residential trash haulers. That leaves you three realistic options for a couch, a table or a pile of old furniture:
- Ask your trash hauler. Some offer bulk pickup for an added fee, often by appointment and with item limits.
- Self-haul to the county. The Harford Waste Disposal Center takes bulky items from residents for the $8 car or $11 pickup flat fee. See our Scarboro Landfill fees and hours guide.
- Hire a crew. Wee Haul Junk serves Fallston, Forest Hill, Jarrettsville, Abingdon and the rest of the county, and we carry items out of the house rather than asking you to drag them to the curb.
HOA rules can also limit what you may leave at the curb and for how long, so check your covenants before putting anything out.
Items Municipal Bulk Trucks Commonly Refuse
Each town publishes its own list, so ask before you set something out. A few patterns hold across Harford County programs:
- Construction and renovation debris. Bel Air states that building, contracting, repair, excavation and demolition waste is not collected. See our construction debris removal guide.
- Appliances with Freon, tires, and hazardous materials such as paint, solvents and chemicals are commonly excluded or handled separately. Check your town’s list or call.
- Anything not set out the way the program requires: tagged items get left behind, and Bel Air notes that improperly prepared wood is not picked up.
When a Town Pickup Isn’t Enough
Town programs are built for the occasional couch or mattress. They are not designed for clearing a garage, a basement or a whole house, and they leave the carrying to you. If you have more than the item limits allow, a deadline, or heavy items upstairs or downstairs, a crew is usually the faster route. Our Harford County junk removal pricing tiers show what truck space costs, and you can get a free upfront quote at 443-655-5106.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does bulk trash pickup work in the Town of Bel Air?
The Town of Bel Air collects bulk waste every other week by appointment only. Call Public Works at (410) 638-4545 at least 24 hours in advance. The Town does not collect waste from building, contracting, repair or demolition work.
How many free bulk pickups does Aberdeen, MD allow?
The City of Aberdeen allows each residential unit one free bulk pickup per fiscal year (July 1 to June 30). Large items such as washers, refrigerators and sofas are limited to 1 to 2 per pickup, and small items such as chairs and tables to 3 to 5. Call (410) 297-4259 to schedule.
Does Havre de Grace pick up bulk trash?
Havre de Grace collects metal items on Fridays by City staff, by reservation only. Call 410-939-5009 between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Yard waste is collected on Mondays. Confirm with the City before setting out non-metal bulk items.
Does Harford County offer curbside bulk pickup in Fallston, Forest Hill or Abingdon?
No. Harford County licenses private residential trash haulers and does not provide curbside bulk collection in unincorporated areas. Residents can ask their hauler about bulk service, haul items to the Harford Waste Disposal Center, or hire a junk removal company.