Verified curbside collection days, A/B recycling week rotation calendars, bulk trash guidelines, and local drop-off centers across Greater Columbus Metro Area. Sourced from official municipal and hauler schedules.
Free SMS reminders the evening before trash, recycling, and bulk collection.
Standard household trash. Place at curb or in alley by 6:00 AM on your assigned Color Day.
Paper, cardboard, cartons, plastic bottles/jugs/tubs, glass bottles/jars, aluminum and steel cans.
Furniture, mattresses (must be wrapped in plastic), appliances. Schedule 48 hours in advance via 311.columbus.gov or call (614) 645-3111.
Select your specific neighborhood or ZIP code to view street-level collection calendars, recycling parity, and local transfer station hours:
Curbside collection routes in Columbus follow standard holiday schedules. When a major holiday occurs on a weekday, routes generally shift forward by one business day:
Columbus assigns neighborhoods a Color Day (Navy, Ruby, Gray, Pink, or Gold). Whenever a city holiday occurs on a weekday, the color schedule rotates forward by one business day for all residents citywide.
To schedule free Columbus 311 bulk trash pickup, submit a service request online at 311.columbus.gov or call (614) 645-3111 at least 48 hours in advance. The Columbus Division of Refuse Collection will assign your collection date aligned with your neighborhood Color Day code.
The Columbus 311 bulk trash schedule operates by appointment on your assigned Color Day. Collection occurs between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM on your confirmed service date. Items must be placed at the curb or alley collection line by 6:00 AM.
Columbus 311 permits up to five (5) bulky items per scheduled appointment. Eligible items include furniture, appliances, and tied yard waste bundles. City code strictly mandates that mattresses and box springs must be completely sealed in plastic bags.
Yes. Enter your street address on TrashReminders to instantly look up your Color Day rotation, next bi-weekly Rumpke blue cart recycling week, and set free SMS alerts before your 311 bulk pickup day.
Columbus 311 will not collect hazardous waste, automotive tires, liquid wet paint, propane tanks, or heavy masonry. Residents can dispose of hazardous household materials for free at the SWACO Household Hazardous Waste Facility at 645 E. 8th Avenue.
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