2
bulk items with garbage on your second weekly collection day
TVs OK
televisions, radios, and toilets are on the city's bulk list
311
Jackson Solid Waste, to confirm appliances and anything beyond 2 items
Every route for carpet and rugs in Jackson, checked in October 2026 against the city’s current rules and the drop-off sites named. The full Jackson guide covers every other item.
Here is how each route works in Jackson, starting with the city program and ending with paid pickup.
Jackson bulk items with second-day garbage collection: carpet and rugs
FreeA roll of carpet counts as one bulk item.
Who qualifies: Single-family homes, duplexes, and triplexes with City of Jackson garbage collection.
How to schedule: No appointment. Jackson collects garbage twice a week; on your second collection day you can set out 2 bulk items and bagged leaves with your household garbage.
Limits: 2 bulk items per week on the second collection day. Bulk includes furniture, mattresses, couches, TVs and radios, and toilets per the city's list.
Set-out: At the curb with your garbage by the morning of your second collection day, clear of carts and obstructions.
Freemoval (free pickups through partner organizations)
FreeFreemoval funds free junk removal and cleanouts for households referred by trusted partner organizations, such as nonprofits, housing programs, and senior services. Families don’t apply directly. A partner submits the request and vouches for the need.
Status in Jackson: Not yet available. Freemoval currently serves metro Atlanta and plans to expand nationwide.
How it works where it operates: One free pickup per household, covering carpet and rugs, furniture, appliances, and bulk household items within standard LoadUp marketplace service. Funded by LoadUp customer round-ups and direct contributions, spent at standard LoadUp rates.
If you run a nonprofit or housing program in Jackson: you can start the conversation now through the For partners page.
Jackson, MS provides solid waste services through the city Public Works Department, including curbside trash, recycling, and (separately scheduled) bulk item collection. Mississippi’s solid waste regulations are administered by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) under the Mississippi Nonhazardous Solid Waste Management Regulations. This guide covers every legitimate disposal option for Jackson residents, free city services, donation programs, retailer haul-away, MDEQ-permitted self-haul facilities, and paid pickup when needed.
The Jackson rule for carpet and rugs: A roll of carpet counts as one bulk item.
Program basics: 2 bulk items per week on the second collection day. Bulk includes furniture, mattresses, couches, TVs and radios, and toilets per the city's list. At the curb with your garbage by the morning of your second collection day, clear of carts and obstructions.
What the city will not take: Construction debris, hazardous waste, tires, and anything beyond 2 items. Large appliances with refrigerant should be confirmed with Solid Waste (311 or 601-960-1875) before set-out.
How we checked this. The rules on this page were verified in October 2026 against: City of Jackson: Garbage Collection (bulk items on second collection day). Programs change; confirm fees and limits before you go.
Why carpet and rugs are different from ordinary bulk. The volume is the first surprise. Carpet rolls do not compress, and a whole house of carpet can be 500 to 1,000 pounds spread over 15 to 25 rolls. Bulk programs set item limits that a whole-house removal exceeds, so staged pickups or a hauler are often needed.
Three mistakes that get carpet and rugs left at the curb:
Paid options are for whole-house tear-outs that exceed bulk limits and for contractor-generated carpet, which residential bulk programs exclude.
Self-haul to a transfer station or recycler
$20 to $80Rolled carpet loads easily into a pickup or trailer. Transfer stations charge by weight; carpet recyclers charge a small per-pound fee or accept free where stewardship programs exist.
Weigh it in your head: about 0.5 pounds per square foot for carpet, 0.25 for padding.
LoadUp paid carpet pickup
$80+For Jackson households who need same-day or in-home pickup, exceed city bulk limits, are clearing out an entire room or property, or want full-service hauling, LoadUp offers professional junk removal in Jackson with upfront pricing. Independent loaders in the marketplace handle loading, pickup, and licensed disposal. Donation routing for usable items where possible.
What’s included: Loading, hauling, and licensed disposal of your carpet. No prep needed beyond pointing out what goes.
Pricing: Starts around $80 for a single item; full-truck pickups range from $300 to $600 depending on volume.
If you can pay for a pickup, your booking helps fund free pickups for someone else. Every paid LoadUp customer can opt in to round up at checkout, and 100% of round-ups go directly to Freemoval’s subsidized jobs.
Book carpet pickup in Jackson with LoadUp → Round-up option appears at checkout. Optional, opt-in only.
Rules change at city limits. If you are outside Jackson proper, start with the guide for your own city:
Related guides: the complete Jackson junk removal guide (every item type, city services, hazardous waste, and how to report dumping) and the national carpet and rugs disposal guide with rules for all 117 cities we cover.
Other free removal guides for Jackson: mattress, couch, refrigerator, washer and dryer, furniture, tv and electronics, dresser, bed frame and box spring.
Does Jackson pick up carpet and rugs for free?
Yes, rolled, as one of your 2 items.
How much does paid carpet and rugs removal cost in Jackson?
Through the LoadUp marketplace, a single carpet pickup in Jackson starts around $80 to $100 with upfront pricing, and full-truck loads run $300 to $600 depending on volume. For Jackson households who need same-day or in-home pickup, exceed city bulk limits, are clearing out an entire room or property, or want full-service hauling, LoadUp offers professional junk removal in Jackson with upfront pricing. Independent loaders in the marketplace handle loading, pickup, and licensed disposal. Donation routing for usable items where possible.
Can I put old carpet out with bulk trash?
Yes in most cities, if it is cut into rolls under the program’s length limit (usually 4 to 6 feet), rolled tightly, and tied. Padding should be rolled separately. Contractor-generated carpet is usually excluded. Check your city’s rule below.
How do I cut and roll carpet for pickup?
Flip a section face down and cut strips 3 to 4 feet wide from the back with a utility knife and a straight edge. Roll each strip tightly and tie it in two places with twine or wrap it with tape. Keep rolls under about 50 pounds.
Is carpet recyclable?
Yes, though access varies. Nylon carpet is the most recyclable, and padding is widely recycled into new padding. California’s CARE program provides free drop-off statewide; elsewhere, carpet reclamation facilities and some flooring retailers accept it, sometimes for a small fee.
What do I do with the tack strips?
Pry them up with a flat bar, stack them nail side in, wrap tightly in cardboard, and tape. Put the bundle in the trash cart or with bulk, clearly wrapped so no one gets stuck.
Is this Jackson page maintained?
Yes. Freemoval maintains this page as a public resource alongside the full Jackson guide. We update it when programs change rules, fees, or contact methods. Last updated October 2026. If you find outdated information, let us know.
