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Where to dump trash in Raleigh, NC

Raleigh doesn't have a city dump for trash, but the city's Yard Waste Center takes residents' yard debris and Wake County's North Wake recycling facility takes appliances, electronics, oil and scrap metal. Wake County also runs convenience centers for household trash – we'll add them next.

Raleigh Yard Waste Center

Yard waste drop-off · City of Raleigh Solid Waste Services
Wake County residents (no commercial loads)

Address

900 N. New Hope Road, Raleigh, NC 27610

Phone

Hours

  • Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Closed on posted city holidays

Who can use it

Weigh in at the scale house; cashless only (Visa/Mastercard or debit). Max load: single-axle non-dumping trailer 5×8×2 ft. Staff can't help unload.

Fees

General loadCheck with facility
MattressCheck with facility
TiresCheck with facility
AppliancesCheck with facility
Couch / furnitureCheck with facility
Yard wasteFee charged by weight – amount not listed on the main page, check with facility
  • Compost and mulch for sale ($7–$30 depending on product and amount).
What they accept / don't accept

Accepted

  • Yard waste
  • Pumpkins and gourds (seasonal)

Not accepted

  • Pallets
  • Commercial loads
  • Loads larger than a 5×8×2 ft trailer
✔ Last verified October 30, 2026 from the official source:City of Raleigh – Yard Waste Center

North Wake Multi-Material Recycling Facility

Recycling drop-off · Wake County Solid Waste Management
Residents and businesses

Address

9029 Deponie Drive, Raleigh, NC 27614

Phone

Hours

  • Monday–Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Fees

General loadCheck with facility
MattressCheck with facility
TiresCheck with facility
AppliancesCheck with facility
Couch / furnitureCheck with facility
Yard wasteCheck with facility
  • The county page does not list fees – check with facility.
What they accept / don't accept

Accepted

  • Cardboard
  • Cooking oil
  • Electronics (TVs, computers, any corded device)
  • Large appliances (A/C, fridges, freezers, washers, dryers, water heaters)
  • Motor oil, antifreeze, oil filters
  • Scrap metal
  • Wood pallets (limit 10)

Not accepted

  • Drums of oil/antifreeze
✔ Last verified October 30, 2026 from the official source:Wake County – Multi-Material Recycling Facilities

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