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Trash Pickup in Columbus, IN

Rumpke Trash Pickup Truck in Columbus, IN

Rumpke provides dependable, weekly curbside trash collection to households in Columbus, IN. A reliable trash pickup service that handles all the waste your business or family generates isn’t just nice to have – it’s a necessity for keeping Columbus clean and beautiful. With nearly 100 years of industry experience and our full range of expertise and know-how, there’s no better source for solid waste pickup than Rumpke.

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Why Use Rumpke?

Dependable Pickup Schedules

Our reliable service is why millions of customers and 60,000 businesses use Rumpke to manage their waste stream.

Wide Variety of Services

We have a wide range of capabilities and equipment to handle your needs, no matter how extensive or minimal they may be.

Customized Service and Competitive Pricing

After nearly 100 years in business, Rumpke knows how to serve your waste and recycling needs at competitive prices.

Environmentally Responsible

Rumpke’s network of award-winning landfills and recycling facilities are designed to protect the environment and public health.

Advanced Technology and Innovative Strategies

Since the beginning, Rumpke has grown by looking for new and innovative ways to deal with our region's waste stream.

Professional, Dedicated Teams

Rumpke’s team of more than 4,000 team members are dedicated to delivering exceptional service while providing essential and reliable services to our customers.

FAQ - Columbus Trash Pickup

Proper trash pickup is important, and Rumpke understands all the considerations that need to be taken when you’re dealing with waste disposal. If you are looking for trash pickup in Columbus, Indiana then there are a few things you should know.

Federal guidelines prevent us from disposing of hazardous waste materials such as:

  • Batteries
  • Tires
  • Liquids
  • Combustible Materials

Keeping these items out of the trash is important, since they can start fires and compromise the safety of our staff and the greater community.

If you find yourself wondering if you can throw something away in Columbus, Indiana, please check out our full list of items you should avoid tossing in the trash.

Depending on what you are disposing of, a dumpster rental may be a better option for your waste collection. A dumpster rental gives you the flexibility to clean out as much as you need without having to worry about any overage charges, or having to schedule additional trash pickups.

You can call us and speak with one of our staff to see what options will best suit your project.

Contact Us

If you are interested in using any of our garbage collection services, we recommend you give us a call or fill out a service request form on our website.

The price of trash collection varies based on where you live, so it is best to call (800) 828-8171 for a quote or contact us.

For your convenience, we offer multiple payment options that include our online payment platform RumpkePay and visiting a WalMart Money Center. 

Your garbage collection day schedule is provided when you sign up. Visit our holiday schedule to see if your service day is impacted.

Weekly residential trash collection includes six cans or bags weighing 50 pounds or less. For bulky items such as mattresses or furniture, please call us 48 hours ahead of your scheduled pickup.

Trash pickup typically happens early in the morning, so we recommend you put your containers out the night before at the end of your driveway or your designated pickup location.

We only offer commercial recycling services in Columbus, IN. If you're in need of recycling services for your business, click below for more information.

Commercial Recycling Services

If you have a large item such as a mattress or furniture, we're able to pick that up along with your regular trash. We ask that you call us at least 48-hours before your scheduled pickup so that our techs can be prepared for your trash.

Other Waste Services

Dumpster Rental

Working on a home improvement project or cleaning out your basement? Rumpke offers a variety of large dumpsters with easy rental options.

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Portable Restroom Rental

Need portable restrooms for your construction project or special event? Rumpke has you covered.

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Ready to Get Started?

Contact us now to find out more about Rumpke trash pickup in Columbus, IN, for your business or family and how we can make your waste removal easier.