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Green cart weekly March to November. Compost Yard year-round (Fri/Sat 7 AM-5 PM, proof of residency). Leaf bags in fall collection.
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 yard waste 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 yard waste gone this week.
Yard waste is free to dispose of almost everywhere if you follow the bundling rules. Here is how each route works in Provo.
Provo Spring and Fall Cleanup (yard waste)
Free, 6 weeks eachGreen cart weekly March to November. Compost Yard year-round (Fri/Sat 7 AM-5 PM, proof of residency). Leaf bags in fall collection.
How the program works: Two 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 yard waste)
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.
Green waste drop-off sites and free mulch
Free to small feeMunicipal and county green waste sites accept unlimited brush, leaves, and clippings from residents, often free with proof of residency. Many give back finished mulch and compost free; bring a shovel and containers.
Separate dirt and rocks before you go; sites refuse loads contaminated with soil.
Stumps are accepted at some sites for a fee and refused at others; call.
Free listings for sod, fill dirt, firewood, and wood chips
Free'Free clean fill, you load,' 'free firewood, you cut,' and 'free sod' are among the fastest-moving listings on local boards. Arborists will also drop wood chips free through chip-drop programs if you want mulch.
Firewood from fruit, oak, and maple is claimed within a day; pine moves more slowly.
Do not move firewood far in areas with emerald ash borer or other quarantines.
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 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 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.
The Provo by-item rule for “Yard waste”: Green cart weekly March to November. Compost Yard year-round (Fri/Sat 7 AM-5 PM, proof of residency). Leaf bags in fall collection.
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 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 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 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 yard waste 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 yard waste for free?
Green cart weekly March to November. Compost Yard year-round (Fri/Sat 7 AM-5 PM, proof of residency). Leaf bags in fall collection.
Where can I donate yard waste 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 yard waste removal cost in Provo?
Through the LoadUp marketplace, a single yard waste 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.
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 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.