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Junk Removal in Columbus, OH

Compare 5 local junk removal pros. Typical service: $154–$358.

Top Junk Removal Companies in Columbus

  1. 1.SERVPRO of Northeast Columbus and SERVPRO of Gahanna

    4.8★ (962 reviews)

    4.8★ from 962 reviews

    +16146365846Website

  2. 2.Master Junkers

    5.0★ (335 reviews)

    5.0★ from 335 reviews

    +18666145865Website

  3. 3.SERVPRO of Northwest Columbus

    5.0★ (124 reviews)

    5.0★ from 124 reviews

    +16144818488Website

  4. 4.Cheers 2 Trash

    5.0★ (62 reviews)

    5.0★ from 62 reviews

    +16147260946Website

  5. 5.TA Handyman

    5.0★ (49 reviews)

    5.0★ from 49 reviews

    +16148136337

Junk Removal Cost in Columbus

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Columbus
Typical pickup$154–$358/load
Single item$77–$154/item
Half truckload$256–$461/load
Full truckload$563–$922/load

Junk Removal prices in Columbus run about 2% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 5 companies serving Columbus, rated 5.0★ on average across 1,532 customer reviews.

Columbus Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Columbus's weather means for scheduling junk removal.

Last spring frost
April 15
First fall frost
October 26
Annual precipitation
39.31"
Heating degree days
5,250
Cooling degree days
1,034
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan22.6°36.5°2.73"
Feb25°40.6°2.25"
Mar32.7°51.1°3.02"
Apr42.6°63.5°3.4"
May52.2°72.9°4.17"
Jun61.5°81.6°4.01"
Jul65.5°84.9°4.79"
Aug64.1°83.7°3.32"
Sep56.5°77°2.84"
Oct45°65.1°2.61"
Nov36.1°52.6°3.2"
Dec26.8°40.1°2.97"

NOAA station data 5.73 miles from Columbus.

Permits & Regulations in OH

  • Ohio does not require a state license for junk removal; haulers need a local business license, and some cities require a hauler permit
  • Haulers must take waste to a permitted landfill, transfer station or recycler and may not dump it
  • Refrigerators, freezers and window air conditioners must have their refrigerant recovered before scrapping under EPA Section 608 safe-disposal rules

License required: No state junk removal license; local business license and hauler permits

Sources: www.epa.gov

Junk Removal FAQs for Columbus

How much does junk removal cost in Columbus?

A typical junk removal pickup in Columbus runs $154-$358, priced mainly by how much of the truck the load fills.

How many junk removal companies serve Columbus?

We track 5 junk removal companies serving Columbus.

Is junk removal in Columbus more expensive than average?

Junk removal in Columbus runs about +2.4% versus the national average; local landfill tipping fees also move the price.

Do junk haulers need a license in OH?

In OH, Ohio does not require a state license for junk removal; haulers need a local business license, and some cities require a hauler permit. Ask a Columbus hauler where items go and whether they donate or recycle what they can.

How is junk removal priced in Columbus?

Most Columbus companies price by volume: a single item costs less than a typical pickup of $154-$358, and a full truckload costs several times more.

When should I schedule a garage cleanout in Columbus?

Summer highs near 85F in Columbus make garage and attic cleanouts hard work; spring and fall are the easiest seasons to book.

Can junk removal crews take yard waste in Columbus?

Most can. Columbus yard waste peaks after storms and in fall; it gets about 39.31 inches of precipitation a year, and storm debris is a common call.

Is winter a good time for junk removal in Columbus?

Demand drops in winter, so booking is easier, though Columbus lows near 23F can make outdoor pickups slower.