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Spring Cleanup (Mar 30-May 9, 2026) and Fall Cleanup: 6-week roll-off dumpster windows, free transfer station coupon included. Nothing collected outside carts year-round except seasonal cleanup. SUVSWD for HHW and electronics at suvswd.org.
Provo resource guide
Provo, Utah, at a glance: Spring Cleanup (Mar 30-May 9, 2026) and Fall Cleanup: 6-week roll-off dumpster windows, free transfer station coupon included. Nothing collected outside carts year-round except seasonal cleanup. SUVSWD for HHW and electronics at suvswd.org. This page pulls the Provo specifics for carpet and rugs out of our full Provo junk removal guide: what the city program accepts, where to donate, the prep that keeps a pickup from being skipped, and paid options when you need carpet and rugs gone this week.
Most carpet leaves free through one of these routes, in rough order of effort. Here is how each route works in Provo.
Provo Spring and Fall Cleanup (carpet and rugs)
Free, 6 weeks eachTwo cleanup windows per year provide roll-off dumpsters at multiple city locations, plus a free transfer station load coupon. The primary free path for bulk items in Provo.
Spring Cleanup 2026: March 30 - May 9, 2026. Roll-off dumpsters at Provo City Compost Yard and rotating neighborhood sites.
Fall Cleanup: Typically October to November (six-week window).
Required: Proof of residency: utility bill or driver’s license.
Free coupon: Both cleanups include a coupon for a free transfer station load. Fall Cleanup also includes 5 free leaf bag coupons.
Provo Compost Yard year-round
Free for residentsThe Provo City Compost Yard at 1625 S Industrial Pkwy is open year-round Fridays and Saturdays for recycling drop-off. Full compost services from March to November.
Hours: Friday and Saturday 7:00 AM-5:00 PM, weather dependent. Full compost services March to November; recycling-only December to February.
Required: Proof of residency: driver’s license or current Provo utility bill.
Donation pickup in Provo (usable carpet and rugs)
FreeUtah’s major thrift and donation network with multiple Utah Valley locations. The most established and accepted donation channel in the Provo/Orem area, accepting furniture, appliances, clothing, and household goods.
Schedules free pickup for usable furniture and large items. Schedule online at satruck.org.
Installer haul-away with new flooring
Often includedWhen new carpet or hard flooring is installed, the installer tears out and hauls the old carpet and padding as part of the job. Confirm it is on the quote; some charge $0.25 to $0.50 per square foot for removal and disposal, which is still the easiest path.
Ask whether they recycle. Many flooring retailers participate in carpet reclamation programs.
Furniture must be moved before tear-out in most contracts.
Carpet and padding recycling programs
Free to small feeCarpet reclamation facilities and some flooring retailers accept clean, dry carpet and padding for recycling into new products. In California, carpet is covered by the CARE stewardship program funded by a fee on new carpet, with drop-off sites across the state. Outside California, recyclers exist in most large metros but may charge a small fee.
Padding is the easiest to recycle; many carpet stores accept clean rebond padding at the counter.
Wet, moldy, or pet-contaminated carpet is not recyclable.
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 Provo: 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 Provo: you can start the conversation now through the For partners page.
Provo, Utah takes a seasonal approach to bulk waste: Spring Cleanup (March to May) and Fall Cleanup each provide six weeks of roll-off dumpsters at multiple city locations for residents to drop off large items and bulk waste, with a free transfer station load coupon included. Provo has no appointment-based or automated curbside bulk pickup outside these seasonal windows. Year-round, everything must fit inside the cart. The South Utah Valley Solid Waste District handles HHW and electronics for the region. This guide covers disposal options for City of Provo residents.
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 Provo households who need same-day or in-home pickup, crew labor, or faster service than city programs allow, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Provo area.
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 Provo with LoadUp → Round-up option appears at checkout. Optional, opt-in only.
Rules change at city limits. If you are outside Provo proper, start with the guide for your own city:
Related guides: the complete Provo 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 Provo: mattress, couch, refrigerator, washer and dryer, furniture, tv and electronics, dresser, bed frame and box spring.
Does Provo pick up carpet and rugs for free?
Spring Cleanup (Mar 30-May 9, 2026) and Fall Cleanup: 6-week roll-off dumpster windows, free transfer station coupon included. Nothing collected outside carts year-round except seasonal cleanup. SUVSWD for HHW and electronics at suvswd.org. See the Provo guide for the item-by-item breakdown.
Where can I donate carpet and rugs in Provo?
Utah’s major thrift and donation network with multiple Utah Valley locations. The most established and accepted donation channel in the Provo/Orem area, accepting furniture, appliances, clothing, and household goods.
How much does paid carpet and rugs removal cost in Provo?
Through the LoadUp marketplace, a single carpet pickup in Provo starts around $80 to $100 with upfront pricing, and full-truck loads run $300 to $600 depending on volume. For Provo households who need same-day or in-home pickup, crew labor, or faster service than city programs allow, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Provo area.
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 Provo page maintained?
Yes. Freemoval maintains this page as a public resource alongside the full Provo guide. We update it when programs change rules, fees, or contact methods. Last updated October 2026. If you find outdated information, let us know.