Junk removal in Ohio
Same-day curbside pickup in 17 cities across Ohio. Book online in 60 seconds. Transparent per-item pricing — no estimates, no appointments, no strangers in your home.
Cities served
ZIP codes covered
Starting price
Municipal programs
Do cities in Ohio offer free bulk pickup?
Every city in Ohio handles bulk pickup differently. Some offer free monthly programs with strict limits, others have no program at all. Here's how each city's municipal program compares — and where Dropcurb fills the gaps.
| City | Bulk pickup? | Details | Wait time | Dropcurb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | Yes | Columbus Bulk Collection. Schedule online through 311 or call (614) 645-3111. No items collected without scheduling. Wait: 7-14 days. Free for residents. SWACO manages Franklin County waste disposal. | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Cleveland | Yes | Cleveland collects up to 3 bulk items per home on the regular collection day during the first full week of each month. Free for residents. Call 216-664-3711 or use CLE311 to schedule. Division of Waste Collection at 5600 Carnegie Ave. | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Cincinnati | Yes | Cincinnati Department of Public Services provides scheduled bulk item collection. Residents schedule through 311 and items are collected on the regular trash day or Fridays. Maximum 5 bulk items per scheduled collection — more than 5 results in illegal set-out citation. Weekly garbage collection with bi-weekly recycling (same day). Yard waste runs bi-weekly April through January. | Weekly | Same day, $79 |
| Toledo | Yes | Toledo Division of Streets, Bridges & Harbor. Frequency: twice yearly. Wait: 8-16 weeks. Fees: no fee | 8-16 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Akron | Yes | Akron allows 3 Special Bulk Volume Pickups per year — must preschedule through the city. Carts must be curbside by 4:30 AM on pickup days with lids closed. Items not permitted in regular trash include construction debris, tires, and hazardous materials. Contact Akron Refuse Division to schedule. | 1x/year | Same day, $79 |
| Dayton | Yes | Dayton Public Works Bulk Waste Collection — free for city residents. Pickup happens one Friday per month (schedule via Dayton Collects app or call 333-4800). Items must be scheduled in advance. Jefferson Township residents get every-other-Friday bulk collection by zone. Appliances, electronics, and tires have separate restrictions. | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Parma | Yes | Parma Service Department. Frequency: quarterly. Wait: 6-12 weeks. Fees: no fee | ~3 months | Same day, $79 |
| Canton | Yes | Canton Public Service Department. Frequency: bi-weekly. Wait: 1-3 weeks. Fees: $10 per pickup | 1-3 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Lorain | Yes | Lorain Bulk Waste Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 14-28 days. Fees: free for residents | Monthly | Same day, $79 |
| Hamilton | Yes | Hamilton Municipal Bulk Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 10-21 days. Fees: free for residents | Monthly | Same day, $79 |
| Youngstown | Yes | Youngstown Public Works. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 3-5 weeks. Fees: $15 per pickup | 3-5 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Springfield | Yes | Springfield Bulk Collection Service. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 14-28 days. Fees: free for residents | Monthly | Same day, $79 |
| Kettering | Yes | Kettering Residential Bulk Pickup. Frequency: quarterly. Wait: 21-35 days. Fees: free for residents | ~3 months | Same day, $79 |
| Elyria | Yes | Elyria Public Works Division. Frequency: bi-weekly. Wait: 1-3 weeks. Fees: $18 per pickup | 1-3 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Cuyahoga Falls | Yes | Cuyahoga Falls Public Works. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 3-4 weeks. Fees: $22 per pickup | 3-4 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Lakewood OH | Yes | Lakewood Public Works. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 2-4 weeks. Fees: $25 per pickup | 2-4 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Mentor | Yes | Mentor Residential Bulk Pickup. Frequency: quarterly. Wait: 21-35 days. Fees: free for residents | ~3 months | Same day, $79 |
Columbus Bulk Collection. Schedule online through 311 or call (614) 645-3111. No items collected without scheduling. Wait: 7-14 days. Free for residents. SWACO manages Franklin County waste disposal.
Cleveland collects up to 3 bulk items per home on the regular collection day during the first full week of each month. Free for residents. Call 216-664-3711 or use CLE311 to schedule. Division of Waste Collection at 5600 Carnegie Ave.
Cincinnati Department of Public Services provides scheduled bulk item collection. Residents schedule through 311 and items are collected on the regular trash day or Fridays. Maximum 5 bulk items per scheduled collection — more than 5 results in illegal set-out citation. Weekly garbage collection with bi-weekly recycling (same day). Yard waste runs bi-weekly April through January.
Toledo Division of Streets, Bridges & Harbor. Frequency: twice yearly. Wait: 8-16 weeks. Fees: no fee
Akron allows 3 Special Bulk Volume Pickups per year — must preschedule through the city. Carts must be curbside by 4:30 AM on pickup days with lids closed. Items not permitted in regular trash include construction debris, tires, and hazardous materials. Contact Akron Refuse Division to schedule.
Dayton Public Works Bulk Waste Collection — free for city residents. Pickup happens one Friday per month (schedule via Dayton Collects app or call 333-4800). Items must be scheduled in advance. Jefferson Township residents get every-other-Friday bulk collection by zone. Appliances, electronics, and tires have separate restrictions.
Parma Service Department. Frequency: quarterly. Wait: 6-12 weeks. Fees: no fee
Canton Public Service Department. Frequency: bi-weekly. Wait: 1-3 weeks. Fees: $10 per pickup
Lorain Bulk Waste Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 14-28 days. Fees: free for residents
Hamilton Municipal Bulk Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 10-21 days. Fees: free for residents
Youngstown Public Works. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 3-5 weeks. Fees: $15 per pickup
Springfield Bulk Collection Service. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 14-28 days. Fees: free for residents
Kettering Residential Bulk Pickup. Frequency: quarterly. Wait: 21-35 days. Fees: free for residents
Elyria Public Works Division. Frequency: bi-weekly. Wait: 1-3 weeks. Fees: $18 per pickup
Cuyahoga Falls Public Works. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 3-4 weeks. Fees: $22 per pickup
Lakewood Public Works. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 2-4 weeks. Fees: $25 per pickup
Mentor Residential Bulk Pickup. Frequency: quarterly. Wait: 21-35 days. Fees: free for residents
Pricing
How much does junk removal cost in Ohio?
Dropcurb offers the same transparent per-item pricing across all 17 cities in Ohio. No volume estimates, no surprise fees — select your items online and see your exact total before you book.
Furniture
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Couch / Sofa | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Mattress (any size) | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Box Spring | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Mattress + Box Spring Set | $109 | +$59 | — |
| Dresser | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Desk | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Dining Table | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Recliner | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Bookshelf | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Bed Frame | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Nightstand | $79 | +$19 | — |
| Office Chair | $79 | +$19 | — |
| 2-Piece Sectional | $109 | +$59 | — |
| 3-Piece Sectional | $138 | +$88 | — |
| 4+ Piece Sectional | $168 | +$117 | — |
| Wardrobe / Armoire | $109 | +$59 | — |
Couch / Sofa
$79
+$29 add-on
Mattress (any size)
$79
+$29 add-on
Box Spring
$79
+$29 add-on
Mattress + Box Spring Set
$109
+$59 add-on
Dresser
$79
+$29 add-on
Desk
$79
+$29 add-on
Dining Table
$79
+$29 add-on
Recliner
$79
+$29 add-on
Bookshelf
$79
+$29 add-on
Bed Frame
$79
+$29 add-on
Nightstand
$79
+$19 add-on
Office Chair
$79
+$19 add-on
2-Piece Sectional
$109
+$59 add-on
3-Piece Sectional
$138
+$88 add-on
4+ Piece Sectional
$168
+$117 add-on
Wardrobe / Armoire
$109
+$59 add-on
Appliances
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator | $134 | +$59 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Washer | $134 | +$59 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Dryer | $134 | +$59 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Stove / Oven | $134 | +$59 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Washer/Dryer Combo (Single Unit) | $134 | +$59 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Water Heater | $134 | +$59 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Dishwasher | $104 | +$29 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Microwave | $79 | +$19 | — |
Refrigerator
+$25 Recycling fee
$134
+$59 add-on
Washer
+$25 Recycling fee
$134
+$59 add-on
Dryer
+$25 Recycling fee
$134
+$59 add-on
Stove / Oven
+$25 Recycling fee
$134
+$59 add-on
Washer/Dryer Combo (Single Unit)
+$25 Recycling fee
$134
+$59 add-on
Water Heater
+$25 Recycling fee
$134
+$59 add-on
Dishwasher
+$25 Recycling fee
$104
+$29 add-on
Microwave
$79
+$19 add-on
Electronics
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| TV (Under 42") | $99 | +$19 | +$20 E-waste fee |
| TV (42"+) | $99 | +$29 | +$20 E-waste fee |
| Computer / Monitor | $99 | +$19 | +$20 E-waste fee |
TV (Under 42")
+$20 E-waste fee
$99
+$19 add-on
TV (42"+)
+$20 E-waste fee
$99
+$29 add-on
Computer / Monitor
+$20 E-waste fee
$99
+$19 add-on
Exercise Equipment
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treadmill | $109 | +$59 | — |
| Elliptical | $109 | +$59 | — |
| Exercise Bike | $79 | +$29 | — |
Treadmill
$109
+$59 add-on
Elliptical
$109
+$59 add-on
Exercise Bike
$79
+$29 add-on
Outdoor
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Propane Grill | $130 | +$49 | — |
| Charcoal Grill | $79 | +$19 | — |
| Patio Chair / Side Table | $79 | +$19 | — |
| Patio Table | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Patio Set (Table + Chairs) | $109 | +$59 | — |
| Patio Umbrella | $79 | +$19 | — |
| Trampoline | $79 | +$29 | — |
Propane Grill
$130
+$49 add-on
Charcoal Grill
$79
+$19 add-on
Patio Chair / Side Table
$79
+$19 add-on
Patio Table
$79
+$29 add-on
Patio Set (Table + Chairs)
$109
+$59 add-on
Patio Umbrella
$79
+$19 add-on
Trampoline
$79
+$29 add-on
Misc
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bag of Junk (1-2 bags) | $79 | +$19 | — |
| 3-5 Bags of Junk | $79 | +$29 | — |
| 6-10 Bags of Junk | $109 | +$59 | — |
Bag of Junk (1-2 bags)
$79
+$19 add-on
3-5 Bags of Junk
$79
+$29 add-on
6-10 Bags of Junk
$109
+$59 add-on
. First item price includes the $79 pickup fee. Add-on price applies to each additional item in the same pickup. Surcharges cover disposal and recycling fees.
Coverage
Cities we serve in Ohio
Columbus
From $79
Pop. 906,528
Cleveland
From $79
Pop. 383,793
Cincinnati
From $79
Pop. 309,317
Toledo
From $79
Pop. 270,871
Akron
From $79
Pop. 190,469
Dayton
From $79
Pop. 137,644
Parma
From $79
Pop. 81,146
Canton
From $79
Pop. 70,872
Lorain
From $79
Pop. 65,211
Hamilton
From $79
Pop. 62,407
Youngstown
From $79
Pop. 60,068
Springfield
From $79
Pop. 58,662
Kettering
From $79
Pop. 55,870
Elyria
From $79
Pop. 53,883
Cuyahoga Falls
From $79
Pop. 51,114
Lakewood OH
From $79
Pop. 50,942
Mentor
From $79
Pop. 46,979
FAQ
Common questions about junk removal in Ohio
How much does junk removal cost in Ohio?
Dropcurb starts at $79 across all 17 cities in Ohio. The $79 pickup fee includes your first item. Additional items start at $19 for small items, $29 for standard furniture, and $59 for heavy equipment. Surcharges apply to mattresses ($15), appliances ($25), and electronics ($20). You see your exact price before you book — no estimates, no surprises.
Does Ohio offer free bulk pickup?
Most cities in Ohio offer some form of free bulk pickup, but every program has different limits, scheduling requirements, and item exclusions. Some cities require scheduling 2+ weeks in advance, while others only run quarterly. See the comparison table above for a city-by-city breakdown. Dropcurb offers same-day pickup starting at $79 in all 17 cities — no scheduling, no item restrictions.
How fast can I get junk removed in Ohio?
Same day. Book before noon in any of our 17 Ohio cities and your items are picked up by 8 PM. No appointment windows. Place items at the curb and go about your day. We text you confirmation when the hauler completes the pickup.
What items does Dropcurb pick up in Ohio?
Dropcurb picks up furniture (couches, dressers, desks, tables, bed frames), mattresses and box springs, appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers), electronics (TVs, monitors, computers), exercise equipment (treadmills, ellipticals, exercise bikes), outdoor items (grills, patio furniture, trampolines), and bagged junk. We do not pick up hazardous materials, propane tanks, tires, or items over 400 lbs like hot tubs and pianos.
Coverage details
Neighborhoods & zip codes we serve in Ohio
Dropcurb provides same-day curbside junk removal across 17 cities in Ohio. Enter your zip code above to confirm coverage, or find your city below.
Neighborhoods
Short North, German Village, Clintonville, Worthington, Upper Arlington, Bexley, Hilltop, OSU Campus area
Zip codes
43085, 43201, 43202, 43203, 43204, 43205, 43206, 43207, 43209, 43210, 43211, 43212, 43213, 43214, 43215, 43216, 43217, 43218, 43219, 43220 and 26 more
Neighborhoods
Ohio City, Tremont, University Circle, Shaker Heights, Little Italy, Detroit Shoreway, Kamm's Corners, Edgewater
Zip codes
44101, 44102, 44103, 44104, 44105, 44106, 44108, 44109, 44110, 44111, 44112, 44113, 44114, 44115, 44118, 44119, 44120, 44121, 44124, 44125 and 21 more
Neighborhoods
Over-the-Rhine, Hyde Park, Clifton, Walnut Hills, Mount Adams, Northside, Oakley, East Walnut Hills, Columbia-Tusculum
Zip codes
45201, 45202, 45203, 45204, 45205, 45206, 45207, 45208, 45209, 45211, 45212, 45213, 45214, 45215, 45216, 45217, 45218, 45219, 45220, 45221 and 51 more
Neighborhoods
Old West End, Point Place, Westgate, South Toledo, University Hills, Franklin Park
Zip codes
43601, 43603, 43604, 43605, 43606, 43607, 43608, 43609, 43610, 43611, 43612, 43613, 43614, 43615, 43617, 43620, 43623, 43635, 43652, 43654 and 11 more
Neighborhoods
Highland Square, Goodyear Heights, Ellet, Downtown Canal District, Firestone Park, North Hill, Kenmore, West Akron, Wallhaven, Chapel Hill
Zip codes
44301, 44302, 44303, 44304, 44305, 44306, 44307, 44308, 44309, 44310, 44311, 44312, 44313, 44314, 44315, 44316, 44317, 44319, 44320, 44321 and 9 more
Neighborhoods
Wright-Dunbar, Five Oaks, Belmont, East Dayton, Carillon, Riverdale, Grafton Hill, Edgemont, Walnut Hills
Zip codes
45400, 45401, 45402, 45403, 45404, 45405, 45406, 45408, 45409, 45410, 45412, 45413, 45414, 45415, 45416, 45417, 45418, 45419, 45420, 45422 and 29 more
Neighborhoods
Parma Heights Border, Pleasant Valley, Big Creek, State Road, Ridge Road, Broadview Heights Border, York Road, Snow Road
Neighborhoods
Downtown Canton, Cherry Avenue, Ridgewood, North Canton, Jackson Township, Hills and Dales
Zip codes
44701, 44702, 44703, 44704, 44705, 44706, 44707, 44708, 44709, 44710, 44711, 44714, 44718, 44721, 44735, 44750, 44767, 44799
Neighborhoods
South Side, Southview, Oakwood, Broadway, Reid, Avon Lake border, Lakeview
Zip codes
44052, 44053, 44055
Neighborhoods
German Village, Lindenwald, Oakwood, RiversEdge District, Highland, Fairfield Township, Ross
Zip codes
45011, 45012, 45013, 45015, 45025, 45026
Neighborhoods
Oak Forest, McGuffey, Buckeye, Hazelton, Idlewild, Mahoning Commons
Zip codes
44501, 44502, 44503, 44504, 44505, 44506, 44507, 44509, 44510, 44511, 44512, 44513, 44514, 44515, 44555
Neighborhoods
Downtown Historic, Wittenberg Area, East Springfield, North Limestone, South Fountain, Warder Park, Mad River
Zip codes
45501, 45502, 45503, 45504, 45505, 45506
Neighborhoods
Delco, Moraine, Town and Country, Oakwood Border, Far Hills, Wilmington Pike, Dorothy Lane
Neighborhoods
Downtown Elyria, Cascade Park, Gulf Road, West Ridge, East End, Avon Border, Black River, Industrial District
Zip codes
44035, 44036
Neighborhoods
Downtown Cuyahoga Falls, Northampton, Broad Boulevard, Riverside, Silver Lake, Bolich, Quirk Road, State Road
Zip codes
44221, 44222, 44223
Neighborhoods
Downtown Lakewood, Birdtown, Gold Coast, Clifton Park, Madison Park, Edgewater, Warren Road, Detroit Avenue
Zip codes
44107
Neighborhoods
Mentor-on-the-Lake, Fairport Harbor, Headlands, Hopkins, Marsh Creek, Indian Point, Lakeshore Estates
Zip codes
44060, 44061
Statewide Coverage
We serve all of Ohio
Same-day curbside pickup across 17+ cities in Ohio. Book online, leave it at the curb — done.
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We serve all of Ohio — not just the cities above. We're adding new city pages every week, but you can book a pickup from anywhere in the state right now.
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