Hillsborough County's scheduled bulk trash pickup for the Valrico zone is coming up. This is your chance to get rid of large items that do not fit in your regular trash can — furniture, mattresses, appliances, yard debris, and other bulky items.

What You Need to Know

Place your bulk items at the curb by 6:00 AM on your scheduled pickup day. Crews start early and will not come back if they have already passed your house. Set items out the night before to be safe.

What They Will Take

• Old furniture (couches, chairs, tables, dressers)
• Mattresses and box springs
• Appliances (washers, dryers, water heaters — doors must be removed from refrigerators)
• Yard waste and tree trimmings (bundled, under 4 feet long)
• Carpet and padding (rolled and tied)
• General household junk

What They Will NOT Take

• Hazardous waste (paint, chemicals, oil, batteries)
• Electronics (TVs, computers, monitors) — take these to the county electronics recycling drop-off
• Tires — tire shops accept these, or use the county's drop-off locations
• Construction debris (drywall, concrete, lumber from remodeling projects)

How to Check Your Route

Your specific pickup date depends on your street and route. Visit hillsboroughcounty.org and enter your address to confirm your scheduled date. The Valrico zone generally falls in late April, but always verify.

Tips for Valrico Homeowners

• Do not put items out more than 24 hours early — HOA communities in Valrico (Bloomingdale, Buckhorn, Brentwood Hills, etc.) may fine you for early placement
• Break down large items when possible — flat items are easier for crews to load
• Separate yard waste from household items — they go on different trucks
• If you need help hauling items to the curb, Best Bay Services offers junk removal and hauling for Valrico homeowners at (813) 416-8676

Event Details

• Date: April 22, 2026 (verify your specific route at hillsboroughcounty.org)
• Time: Items must be curbside by 6:00 AM
• Location: Curbside on Valrico residential routes
• Cost: Free (included in your county services)