City of Columbus bulk pick-up phone: 645-3111
What do I do with it?
What do I do with my recyclables?
If you're a resident of Franklin County, there may be a curbside collection service for household recyclables in your community. Most of these programs will accept glass and plastic bottles and containers, cardboard, newspaper, and aluminum cans. Click here to see a list of phone numbers to call for curbside collection in your community. If your community does not offer curbside collection, see the list to the right for drop-box locations in the City of Columbus. Click here for a map of these drop-box locations.
What do I do with my old appliances?
On July 27, 1992, the Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio Sanitary Landfill began segregating and recycling appliances. An additional disposal fee is charged to cover the extra labor and recycling costs. Residents can take their unwanted appliances directly to Central City Auto Parts, 276-9617 or Bargain House, 279-6416. Bargain House offers pick-up for appliances with freon for a fee. City of Columbus residents should call bulk pick-up at 645-3111.
What do I do with old furniture?
If you have furniture that is in usable condition or old appliances that are still in working order, MAP Furniture Bank offers a free pickup service. Call them at 614-272-9544 or log onto www.mapfurniturebank.org.
What do I do with my old car battery?
State law bans lead acid batteries from landfill disposal. You can dispose of your lead acid batteries at the Crown Battery Company and at all locations of Advance Auto Parts, AutoZone, and BP ProCare (full-service automotive repair).
What do I do with my old tires?
State law prohibits the disposal of whole or shredded tires. SWACO is currently researching the recycling potential and energy value of scrap tires. We recommend you pay the small fee charged to dispose of your tires when purchasing new tires for your vehicle. At this time, the only authorized tire disposal facility is Liberty Tires located at 2829 Jackson Pike. Call 614-871-8097 for information.
What do I do with my old paint, paint thinner, pesticides, or cleansers?
Household hazardous wastes are materials used in the home that can cause injury or are harmful if disposed of improperly. When you purchase items that may create household hazardous waste, SWACO recommends that you buy only what you need, try to use it all up, and donate any leftovers to a school, charity, or friend. Click here to access information on household hazardous waste collection dates and locations throughout Franklin County.
What do I do with my used motor oil?
Used motor oil should not be put into household garbage, dumped on the ground or poured down the drain. For more information about locations that take used oil and antifreeze.
What do I do with my yard waste?
Try backyard composting! A compost pile or bin is a great way to recycle yard waste and enhance your home's gardens. Also, many Franklin County communities offer curbside yard waste collection services. Call your local government offices to determine whether your community offers this service. Residents and businesses from most communities in Franklin County can take their leaves, grass and brush (free of charge!) to Kurtz Brothers Compost Facility, 2850 Rohr Road, Groveport (614) 491-0868, or to the Ohio Mulch Compost Facility, 4120 Roberts Road, Upper Arlington (614) 921-9330. For free disposal of trees and bushes only-The City of Columbus Compost Facility, 7000 Jackson Pike, Lockbourne, Ohio 43137. (614) 645-3153.
What can I do with my books?
Visit www.book-destruction.com to recycle your old books.
Is there somewhere I can dispose of CDs and DVDs?
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America Online
Attn: Mail Room/Recycling
Dept. 22000 AOL Way,
Dulles, VA 20166
800-605-4297
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Ecodisk Professional Serviceswww.ecodisk.com800-797-SOFT VCR Tapes/CD recycling and information destruction service. Fee charged. |
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Eco Media
800-959-5156 ext.8882
Recycling and information destruction service for all audio and video media. Fee charged. |
Endeav-Techendeavtech.netfirms.com912 Grantland Avenue Murfreesboro, TN 37129 Recycled CDs and DVDs, no fee, but all shipments must be prepaid by sender. |
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What do I do with building, construction and demolition materials?
New & used Building Supplies:
Habitat for Humanity
Restore
3140 Westerville Rd.
Columbus, 43224
614-364-7025
habitat-columbus.org
Construction & Demolition materials:
Frank Road C & D
2230 Brown Road
Columbus, Ohio
614-539-3722
www.frankroadc-d.com
Scotts landfill
1377 Harmon Avenue
Columbus, Ohio
614-443-7134
Rumpke Waste & Recycling
Phone: 1-888-Rumpke1
www.Rumpke.com
www.RumpkeRecycling.com
Is there any place to dispose of wire hangers?Spring Cleaners and Laundry
875 N. 4th Street
Columbus Ohio 43201
614-294-3000 - Open: Monday thru Friday, 7:00AM to 6:00PM Saturday, 9:00AM to 1:00PM
What can I do with my computers, cell phones and TVs?
Computers/Cell PhonesResidents can recycle your computer related equipment and cell phones for free with the following companies. Please call for their drop off locations and other information:
Ohio E-Waste Recycling (Old TVs)
www.ohioewaste.com
614-209-4471
Drop off site:
2050 E. Williams Road Columbus, Ohio 43207
Accepts
all electronics...computers, CRT monitors, televisions, microwaves,
flat panel displays, printers, phone systems, phones, cell phones,
copiers, keyboards, mice, media storage devices, circuit boards,
cables, wiring, sweepers, home entertainment equipment, appliances
(both large and small)
The only charge for is televisions, the charge is based on size ($10 & up), everything else can be dropped off for free!
Siam Reclaim Technologies, Inc. (Old TVs)
3960 Groves Road Unit B
Columbus, OH 43232
614-863-9999
www.siamreclaimtech.com
Fees:
Computer monitors: NO COST
Televisions: $0.35 per inch
Computer components: NO COST
All other E-Waste: NO COST
Ohio Computer Recycling (Old TVs)
980 C Claycraft Rd.
Gahanna, Oh 43230
Call 614-856-0523
(9 Free drop off locations)
We take all Computer and Electronic equipment
Free Television Drop off at Claycraft Location Only
www.ohiodropoff.com
EEI (for computer recycling)
1249 Essex Avenue (closed on holidays)
Winter: November-March Summer: April-October
Wednesdays 2pm-6pm
Wednesdays 2pm-7pm
Thursdays 9am-4pm
Thursdays 9am-5pm
Business dropoffs will be by appointment only. 614.294.1300 There is no charge for residential.
There will be a charge for business drop offs and the price is determined by weight.
Ohio Computer Recycling:
Call 614-856-0523 for drop off locations.
www.ohiodropoff.com
All Staples Stores:
$10 charge for large items (CPU's Monitors etc).
Go to www.staples.com to get a store location
American Asset Recovery:
Call 614-279-6236 (free drop off)
www.aarecov.com
Free business pickup for 5 systems or more
The following company holds periodic computer recycling drives. Contact them for dates and times.
TechDisposal 614-755-5100
techdisposal.com
ParityInternational
Call (888) 604-7064 for computer pick-up. Non-profit and free. Public drop-off hours are Wednesdays & Fridays from Noon-5:00pm and Saturdays from 11:00-2:00pm.
www.ParityInternational.org
T.D.R. LLC (Total Computer Recyclers)
We offer FREE pickup and drop off of old computers, monitors, printers, all electronics (except TV's) and all old metal office furniture.
200 SW Mink Road, Pataskala, Ohio 43062
Store Hours: Closed: Sun- Mon, Tues-Fri. - 12:30 AM- 7:00PM, Sat-12:00 - 5:00PM
Phone:(740)964-0993. www.TDROHIO.com
For cell phones see:
www.smartrecycle.com/partners.php?recordID=15
www.thinkrecycle.com
e-Cycle, Inc.
6543 Commerce Parkway, Suite G
Dublin, Ohio 43017
Phone: 614-210-1120
Fax: 614-334-3818
Email: Tonia.irion@e-cycle.com
Web Site: www.e-cycle.com
Printer Cartridges
Smart Recycle:
www.smartrecycle.com/partners.php?recordID=15
www.thinkrecycle.com
Cartridge Recycling:
www.cartridgeworldusa.com
Arts & Crafts
http://www.kfcb.org/wnc_aboutus.php
Clothing and Shoes
Planet Aid
4720 Groves Road
Columbus, Ohio 43232
Call 614.598.6422 for locations
Website: planetaid.org
Planet Aid is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting the environment and creating sustainable development in Africa and Asia. We collect and recycle used clothing and shoes in 19 states in the USA. Items donated to Planet Aid are resold and proceeds are used to support education, community development and HIV/AIDS programs in Africa and Asia. We partner with individuals, schools, organizations, companies and government agencies to inform about and contribute to community based development.