Last Day For Large Item Collection Is Sept. 25

The City of Peterborough will pick up items larger than the weekly garbage allowance such as furniture and appliances with the final day on Sept. 25.

Large item collection takes place annually from April to September. File Photo.

The cost $30 for the first item and $10 for any additional item. Mattresses and box springs are $30 each and do not count as a first item.

Residents can book their collection online or by phone at 705-742-7777 ext. 1865. The booking deadline is 4:30 p.m. the Tuesday before each collection date.

Scheduled collected items should be at the curb by 7 a.m. on the first day of collection. Depending on the number of pickups scheduled each month, collection could take a few days to complete according to the City of Peterborough. Residents are asked to leave the items they have booked for pickup at the curb.

Refrigeration items must have the Freon removed prior to collection.

Automobile parts, televisions and monitors are not accepted in this collection. They can be disposed of at the Hazardous and Electronic Waste Depot at 400 Pido Rd., open Wednesday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Building or construction materials can be disposed of at the Landfill at 1260 Bensfort Rd.

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