How to get rid of construction debris in Knox County

Take it to any of the seven Knox County convenience centers. There’s no fee. Limit: one 5x8 pickup load (or the same amount) per day.

One of seven places in Knox County that take construction debris. The rest are listed below.

Carter Convenience Center

Knox County residents only

Hours are in Eastern time.
Gates close right at closing time. The county asks you to arrive at least 15 minutes early.
Centers may close early for bad weather, power outages, or full containers.

8815 Asheville Hwy

Just east off Asheville Highway at the Andrew Johnson Highway split

This center has no phone of its own, so this calls Knox County Solid Waste at 865-215-5865.

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 10, 2026.

Accepted: drywall, doors, windows, sinks, toilets, tile, carpet pieces, insulation (bagged is best), mirrors, and furniture. Wear gloves for glass.
Not accepted: block, brick, dirt, gravel, sand, stone, shingles, railroad ties, or pieces longer than 5 feet.
Contractors and businesses can’t use the centers.
Over the limit? The City of Knoxville Transfer Station charges $85 per ton, or $95 per ton for loads with shingles.

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