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Columbus, OH bulk trash pickup

City of Columbus Refuse Collection

Who
Residents receiving City of Columbus refuse collection. Items from an eviction, set-out or foreclosure are not collected.
How
Pickup on request. No bulk items are collected unless you schedule through 311. Pickup happens on a specially scheduled collection day. Schedule through 311.columbus.gov or call 311 or (614) 645-3111.

Look up your schedule ↗ · Request a pickup ↗ · Call (614) 645-3111

Cost
The city picks up many bulk items as a free service to residents.
Checked
Verified Oct 1, 2026 · Official source ↗

What they’ll take

“Accepted” means the program takes it at no extra charge. Check limits before you set items out.

Couch / furniture

Accepted

Mattress

Accepted

Appliance

Accepted

Only appliances without refrigerants, such as dishwashers and washing machines.

Fridge or freezer

Not accepted

Electronics

Call to confirm

Tire

Not accepted

Yard waste

Call to confirm

Brush and branches

Call to confirm

Construction debris

Not accepted

Household hazardous waste

Not accepted

Household trash

Not accepted

Set-out rules

Put items in front of your home (at the alley line if your trash is picked up in an alley) away from obstructions. Roll carpet into a bundle 4 feet by 2 feet tied with rope, leave furniture assembled, and tape glass.

Not accepted

  • Hazardous, flammable or explosive materials
  • Auto parts and tires
  • Excavating and building materials
  • Refrigerated appliances (refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, heat pumps, water coolers, air conditioners)
  • Furnaces, pianos, spas, hot tubs, pool tables
  • Bags, boxes, storage tubs, luggage and open containers of trash

Other options

Two Waste and Reuse Convenience Centers (Alum Creek and Georgesville) take bulk items free, Tuesday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Quick answers

Who qualifies for bulk trash pickup in Columbus?

Residents receiving City of Columbus refuse collection. Items from an eviction, set-out or foreclosure are not collected.

How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Columbus?

No bulk items are collected unless you schedule through 311. Pickup happens on a specially scheduled collection day. Schedule through 311.columbus.gov or call 311 or (614) 645-3111.

How much does bulk trash pickup cost in Columbus?

The city picks up many bulk items as a free service to residents.

What can’t go out with bulk pickup in Columbus?

Hazardous, flammable or explosive materials, Auto parts and tires, Excavating and building materials, Refrigerated appliances (refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, heat pumps, water coolers, air conditioners), Furnaces, pianos, spas, hot tubs, pool tables, Bags, boxes, storage tubs, luggage and open containers of trash.

Sources

Last verified: Oct 1, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.

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