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How to get rid of furniture in Columbus, OH
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Quick answer
Schedule a free bulk pickup through 311 (614-645-3111 or 311.columbus.gov). Leave the furniture assembled, tape any glass, and set it at the curb or alley line on your scheduled day.
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- Curbside
- Yes, free by appointment. Columbus bulk collection takes furniture, mattresses and carpet.
- How to prepare
- Leave furniture assembled and tape any glass. Bags, boxes and tubs aren't bulk items. Put it in front of your home if you have curb service, or at the alley line if you have alley service.
- Cost / limits
- The City doesn't collect pianos, hot tubs, pool tables, or items from an eviction, set-out or foreclosure. For those, use a private hauler.
- Appointment
- Yes. Schedule through 311 at 614-645-3111 or 311.columbus.gov, and set it out on your scheduled day.
- Drop-off
- Columbus residents can drop off free at the Waste and Reuse Convenience Centers: Alum Creek (2100 Alum Creek Dr) and Georgesville (1550 Georgesville Rd). They're open Tue–Sat 9 AM–5 PM and closed on holidays, including Nov 11 and Nov 26, 2026. They take furniture and mattresses in poor condition as bulk waste, furniture in good condition for reuse, and non-refrigerant appliances as scrap metal. They don't take refrigerated appliances.
- Tip
- Good-condition dressers, sofas, chairs and tables (no tears, stains, pet hair or bugs) can go to the reuse area at a Convenience Center. Email [email protected] with questions.
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Helpful supplies
- Furniture dolly — Helps move a couch or dresser to the curb without lifting it the whole way.
- Moving straps — Spreads the weight of large furniture across two people.
FAQ
How do I get rid of furniture or a couch in Columbus?
Schedule a free bulk pickup through 311 (614-645-3111 or 311.columbus.gov). Leave the furniture assembled, tape any glass, and set it at the curb or alley line on your scheduled day.
Is there curbside pickup for furniture in Columbus?
Yes, free by appointment. Columbus bulk collection takes furniture, mattresses and carpet.
How much does it cost, and are there limits?
The City doesn't collect pianos, hot tubs, pool tables, or items from an eviction, set-out or foreclosure. For those, use a private hauler.
Do I need an appointment in Columbus?
Yes. Schedule through 311 at 614-645-3111 or 311.columbus.gov, and set it out on your scheduled day.
Where can I drop off furniture in Columbus?
Columbus residents can drop off free at the Waste and Reuse Convenience Centers: Alum Creek (2100 Alum Creek Dr) and Georgesville (1550 Georgesville Rd). They're open Tue–Sat 9 AM–5 PM and closed on holidays, including Nov 11 and Nov 26, 2026. They take furniture and mattresses in poor condition as bulk waste, furniture in good condition for reuse, and non-refrigerant appliances as scrap metal. They don't take refrigerated appliances.
Any other tips for getting rid of furniture in Columbus?
Good-condition dressers, sofas, chairs and tables (no tears, stains, pet hair or bugs) can go to the reuse area at a Convenience Center. Email [email protected] with questions.