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A public resource guide
Free yard waste removal in Greenville, SC
Every free and paid way to get rid of yard waste in Greenville, verified October 2026.
Checked against City of Greenville Public Works
Home › By item › Yard waste › Greenville
A public resource guide
Every free and paid way to get rid of yard waste in Greenville, verified October 2026.
Checked against City of Greenville Public Works
864-467-8300
Public Works Solid Waste, to schedule bulk waste or appliance collection
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Residential Waste Centers for city residents: 800 E. Stone Ave and 514 Rutherford Rd
Free e-waste
TVs and computers at the City of Greenville Recycling Center, banned from the curb by state law
Every route for yard waste in Greenville, checked in October 2026 against the city’s current rules and the drop-off sites named. The full Greenville guide covers every other item.
Here is how each route works in Greenville, starting with the city program and ending with paid pickup.
Greenville bulk waste and large item collection: yard waste
FreeYard waste is collected curbside on your schedule in paper bags or bundles (no plastic bags), and the Residential Waste Centers take yard waste.
Who qualifies: Households inside the City of Greenville with city Solid Waste collection. Unincorporated Greenville County is served by Greater Greenville Sanitation, which schedules its own bulk pickups.
How to schedule: The city collects bulk waste and old appliances on request. Call Public Works Solid Waste at 864-467-8300 to schedule, and confirm what the crew will take and when to set it out. City residents can also use the Residential Waste Centers for bulky items, appliances, and electronics.
Limits: Resident-generated household items; confirm counts and any appliance fee when you call.
Set-out: At the curb on the date Public Works gives you, clear of carts and obstructions, not before.
City of Greenville Residential Waste Centers and Recycling Center: yard waste
FreeYard waste accepted.
Where: 800 E. Stone Ave, Greenville, SC 29602 and 514 Rutherford Rd, Greenville, SC 29609
How it works: For city residents with proof of residency. Bulky items, large appliances, scrap metal, yard waste, and electronics; check greenvillesc.gov for hours and any limits.
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 Greenville: 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 yard waste, 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 Greenville: you can start the conversation now through the For partners page.
Greenville, South Carolina has two distinct waste service providers depending on whether you’re in city limits or unincorporated Greenville County. City of Greenville residents are served by the City’s Solid Waste Division; unincorporated county residents are served by the Greater Greenville Sanitation District (GGSC). Both provide free bulk waste pickup by appointment. Greenville County also operates staffed Residential Waste and Recycling Facilities for e-waste, HHW, and self-haul drop-off. This guide covers every disposal option for residents across the Greenville metro.
The Greenville rule for yard waste: Yard waste is collected curbside on your schedule in paper bags or bundles (no plastic bags), and the Residential Waste Centers take yard waste.
Program basics: Resident-generated household items; confirm counts and any appliance fee when you call. At the curb on the date Public Works gives you, clear of carts and obstructions, not before.
What the city will not take: Construction debris, tires, hazardous waste, and electronics at the curb (South Carolina bans TVs and computers from landfills; the Recycling Center takes them).
How we checked this. The rules on this page were verified in October 2026 against: City of Greenville Public Works: Bulk Waste and Large Items, SC Department of Environmental Services: Greenville County recycling locations (City of Greenville Recycling Center). Programs change; confirm fees and limits before you go.
Why yard waste are different from ordinary bulk. Bundling rules are where most yard waste gets skipped. Branches typically must be under 4 feet long and 4 to 6 inches in diameter, tied in bundles under 40 to 50 pounds, and limited to a number of bundles per week. Leaves go in paper bags or carts, not plastic, in most programs because the material is composted. Plastic bags of leaves are the most common curbside rejection.
Three mistakes that get yard waste left at the curb:
Paid options cover stumps, large tree removals, and heavy loads of sod and soil.
Stump grinding
$100 to $400 per stumpGrinding a stump in place to below grade is cheaper and easier than removing it. The grindings can be left as mulch or bagged as yard waste where the program allows wood chips.
Mark utilities first. Call 811 before grinding near service lines.
LoadUp paid yard waste pickup
$80+For Greenville households who need same-day or in-home pickup, need more capacity than free options provide, or want full-service crew-based hauling, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Greenville area for upfront-priced pickup.
What’s included: Loading, hauling, and licensed disposal of your yard waste. 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 yard waste pickup in Greenville with LoadUp → Round-up option appears at checkout. Optional, opt-in only.
Rules change at city limits. If you are outside Greenville proper, start with the guide for your own city:
Related guides: the complete Greenville junk removal guide (every item type, city services, hazardous waste, and how to report dumping) and the national yard waste disposal guide with rules for all 117 cities we cover.
Other free removal guides for Greenville: mattress, couch, refrigerator, washer and dryer, furniture, tv and electronics, dresser, bed frame and box spring.
Does Greenville pick up yard waste for free?
Yes, on your schedule, bagged in paper or bundled.
How much does paid yard waste removal cost in Greenville?
Through the LoadUp marketplace, a single yard waste pickup in Greenville starts around $80 to $100 with upfront pricing, and full-truck loads run $300 to $600 depending on volume. For Greenville households who need same-day or in-home pickup, need more capacity than free options provide, or want full-service crew-based hauling, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Greenville area for upfront-priced pickup.
How do I put yard waste out for pickup?
Leaves and clippings in paper lawn bags or the green cart, not plastic. Branches cut to the length limit (usually 4 feet), under the diameter limit (usually 4 to 6 inches), tied in bundles under 40 to 50 pounds. Check your city’s weekly bundle limit and season in the directory below.
Why can’t I use plastic bags?
Because yard waste is composted or ground into mulch, and plastic contaminates the product. Most programs require paper bags or carts; a few accept plastic bags that crews empty and leave behind.
Which states ban yard waste from landfills?
More than 20 states ban some or all yard waste from landfills, including Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska, Arkansas, and Delaware among others. That is why curbside programs are so common.
What do I do with a tree stump?
Grind it in place ($100 to $400), dig it out and take it to a transfer station as inert material, or list it free for someone who wants firewood or a planter. Most curbside programs exclude stumps and root balls.
Is this Greenville page maintained?
Yes. Freemoval maintains this page as a public resource alongside the full Greenville guide. We update it when programs change rules, fees, or contact methods. Last updated October 2026. If you find outdated information, let us know.