Recycling in Cincinnati, OH

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Checked October 26, 2026

• Bulk Item Collection FAQ (Rev. 05/2026) (opens in new tab) · City of Cincinnati Department of Public Services
  • The bulk pick-up column lists exercise equipment. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bulk collection is for bulky items such as furniture and appliances that do not fit regular trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Tape an X across glass and tape sharp edges; furniture need not be broken down. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The bulk pick-up column lists couch/sofa/loveseat. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The bulk pick-up column lists mattress/box spring. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The bulk pick-up column lists fridge/freezer. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The bulk pick-up column lists washer/dryer. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • TVs over 45 lbs go to bulk pick-up; TVs under 45 lbs go in regular trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Tire collections follow a different process: request a tire pick-up online or call 311 (513-765-1212). Checked October 26, 2026.
• Find your nearest Goodwill (locations) (opens in new tab) · Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries
  • Oakley Goodwill Store, 3080 Markbreit Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45209; Mon-Sat 9-8, Sun 10-6; (513) 631-6348. Checked October 26, 2026.
• ReStore Locations (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati
  • Bond Hill ReStore: 4910 Para Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45237; phone 513-621-0061. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Donate Items (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati
  • Donation hours are Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Bulk Item Collection (opens in new tab) · City of Cincinnati Department of Public Services
  • Up to 5 bulk items per household may be scheduled by calling 311, at 311Cincy.com or in the 311Cincy app. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Only locations eligible for City garbage collection (non-commercial) may use the bulk program; others must use a registered hauler. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Tire collection is a separate scheduled service; up to 4 tires may be collected per eligible location. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Ohio Revised Code 3734.911: Prohibiting commingling of used lead-acid batteries (opens in new tab) · Ohio Legislative Service Commission (Ohio Laws)
  • ORC 3734.911: a used lead-acid battery must go to a retailer, wholesaler, secondary lead smelter, automotive repair business, household hazardous waste collection location or event, or a compliant battery collection or recycling entity. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Ohio Revised Code 3734.91: Definitions - lead acid batteries (opens in new tab) · Ohio Legislative Service Commission (Ohio Laws)
  • ORC 3734.91: a lead-acid battery contains lead and sulfuric acid, is used as a power source and is not meant to power consumer products such as computers or phones. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Batteries for vehicles, motorcycles, wheelchairs, boats and other motive power are covered, because these are excluded from "consumer product". Checked October 26, 2026.
• Ohio Revised Code 3734.912: Duties of retailer (lead-acid batteries) (opens in new tab) · Ohio Legislative Service Commission (Ohio Laws)
  • ORC 3734.912: a retailer selling lead-acid batteries must accept, at the time of purchase, used lead-acid batteries of the same general type, at least as many as the purchaser bought, if offered. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Ohio EPA: Dispose of Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · Ohio Environmental Protection Agency
  • Ohio EPA: retailers of lead-acid (car) batteries must take your old battery for recycling when you buy a new one. Checked October 26, 2026.

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