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Couch Disposal & Donation in Urbandale, IA

Couches can be dropped free at 9401 Hickman Road on the second Saturday of each month, or picked up by the City for a fee on the 2nd and 4th Fridays.

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

3 ways to get rid of a couch in Urbandale

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · UrbandaleNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $115.00
    How it works

    Book online, set out your couch and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.

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  2. Urbandale Parks & Public Works Maintenance Facility (bulk item drop-off)Drop-off · 9401 Hickman Road, UrbandaleUrbandale residentsFree
    Where

    9401 Hickman Road
    Urbandale, IA 50322

    Hours

    Bulk item drop-off: second Saturday of every month, 8 AM-noon.

    Cost & rules

    Couches

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • Second Saturday of each month, 8 AM-noon; bring ID with your Urbandale address.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. Urbandale bulk item collection (by appointment)City service · UrbandaleUrbandale residents$10–$30
    How it works

    Paid City curbside pickup of bulky items and appliances on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month, scheduled at least a day ahead (515-278-3950). Appliances $30 each; large items $30 for the first and $10 each additional; small items $15 then $2 each.

    Cost & rules
    Fees
    First large item$30
    Each additional large item$10
    • Schedule at least one day ahead for the 2nd or 4th Friday; pay when scheduling.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

Before you go

  1. Check whether it’s clean and intact enough to donate; many charities turn down stains, tears or pet damage.
  2. Ask whether sectional pieces or a sleeper sofa are priced separately.
  3. Confirm the fee, and whether you bring it in or schedule a pickup.
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Iowa rules

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Checked October 26, 2026

  • Bulk Item Drop-off (opens in new tab) · City of Urbandale
    • On the second Saturday of every month, 8 AM-noon, Urbandale residents can drop off large items. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • There are no additional charges; the service is included in the monthly garbage bill for residents with City-provided collection. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Residents need proof of an Urbandale address such as a drivers license. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted furniture examples include chair, desk, dresser, computer, couch, mattress, table, TV, television and monitors. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bulk Item Collection (opens in new tab) · City of Urbandale
    • Bulk item collections are on the 2nd and 4th Fridays; schedule by email or 515-278-3950 at least one day ahead. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Payment is collected at scheduling (card with a 3.95% service fee, or check). Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Large items cost $30 for the first and $10 for each additional; small items $15 for the first and $2 each additional. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Listed bulk items include couch/love seat, dresser, mattress or box spring, recliners and tables. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Iowa DNR: Household Hazardous Materials (opens in new tab) · Iowa Department of Natural Resources
    • Iowa households can take household hazardous materials to Regional Collection Centers (RCCs); RCC services are free to residents within each RCC's service area. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • RCC services for eligible businesses carry a small fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • DNR tells residents to find their nearest RCC and schedule an appointment before dropping off hazardous materials. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • DNR says not to dump hazardous materials in ditches, pour them down drains or sewers, or put them in the trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Iowa DNR: Regional Collection Centers & Grants (opens in new tab) · Iowa Department of Natural Resources
    • Iowa has 28 main RCCs and 43 satellite facilities serving 96 of the state's counties. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Some counties are served by RCC mobile collection events run under contract with a main RCC; 29 counties have RCC mobile service. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Many RCCs run a Swap Shop where usable products can be dropped off for others to take at no charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • DNR publishes a county-by-county table of the RCC main and satellite facilities that serve each county. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Iowa Code chapter 455F: Household hazardous materials (opens in new tab) · Iowa Legislature (Legislative Services Agency)
    • Under Iowa Code chapter 455F, regional collection centers keep regular hours when the public may drop off hazardous materials. Checked October 26, 2026.

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