How to get rid of a couch in Kansas City, MO

Book a free Bulky Item Pick-Up online or through 311 and list the couch. Set it within 3 feet of the curb by 7 a.m. on your appointment day, no earlier than 3 p.m. the day before.

Last checked Oct 27, 2026 against the official City of Kansas City, Missouri, Solid Waste Services website. See sources.

Cost: Free
How: Online scheduler or 311
Limit: 15 items, none over 500 lbs

Option 1: City pickup (Bulky Item Pick-Up (free, by appointment))

Who can use it

Single-family homes and apartment buildings with 6 units or fewer. Residential homes only, not businesses.

How to book

Book online with the City's official Bulky Pickup Scheduler (linked from the Bulky Item Pickup page) or contact 311.
List every item you plan to set out; items not listed will not be collected.
Appointments are Monday through Friday. You get a confirmation email and a reminder email.
To change or cancel, contact 311, call (816) 513-BULK (2855), or use the MyKCMO app.

Couch rules

Couches are on the accepted furniture list.
Furniture should be dry, clean and easy for crews to reach.

Setting it out

Place items within 3 feet of the curb by 7 a.m. on your collection day, and not before 3 p.m. the day before.
Keep items at least 4 feet from trash and recycling carts, and not behind or next to trees, mailboxes, lamp posts or parked cars, or under low branches or wires.
Up to 15 items per appointment; no item over 500 lbs.
Not accepted: business waste, piles of small items, bags or boxes, loose building materials and lumber, closed drums or fuel tanks, yard waste and tires.

Fees and limits

Bulky Item Pick-Up is free.

Option 2: Drop it off yourself

We did not find an official public drop-off site for this item. Ask a private hauler, or check the city's page listed under Sources.

Option 3: Donate or give it away

The City suggests donating usable items first and points to recyclespot.org, where many centers offer free pickup.
Habitat's national guidance: furniture should be gently used or like new. Check with your local ReStore first.

Donation rules are set by each charity and can change. Call before you load up.

Common questions

Does Kansas City pick up couches?

Yes, free by appointment for single-family homes and buildings with 6 or fewer units.

Do I need an appointment?

Yes. Collections aren't made without one, and only listed items are taken.

When can I put it out?

Not before 3 p.m. the day before, and by 7 a.m. on your appointment day.