What We Take (and What We Can't) in Columbia, MO
We haul most household, business, cleanout, and renovation items. Like every junk removal company, we can't take hazardous materials, because they are dangerous to haul and have to be handled by specialists. If you are not sure about something, tell us what it is and we will say so up front.
Items We Commonly Take
Furniture and mattresses
- Couches, sofas, and sectionals
- Tables, chairs, and dressers
- Beds, box springs, and mattresses
- Desks, bookcases, and office furniture
Appliances
- Refrigerators and freezers (ask about refrigerant)
- Washers and dryers
- Stoves, ovens, and dishwashers
- Microwaves and small appliances
Cleanouts
- Garages, basements, attics, and sheds
- Storage units
- Estate, rental, and move-out cleanouts
- Apartment and dorm-room leftovers
Renovation and yard debris
- Drywall, flooring, cabinets, and fixtures
- Old carpet and padding
- Fencing, decks, and lumber
- Brush, branches, and storm debris
Larger items
- Hot tubs and above-ground pools
- Playsets and trampolines
- Pianos and exercise equipment
- Sheds and other structures (ask first)
Business and property jobs
- Office furniture and equipment
- Retail and storefront cleanouts
- Rental property turnovers
- Post-project construction cleanup
Items We Typically Can't Take
These items are hazardous, regulated, or unsafe to haul in a shared truck. Please keep them out of the pile.
Paint, solvents, and chemicals
Wet or liquid paint, stains, paint thinner, pesticides, herbicides, pool chemicals, and cleaning chemicals.
Fuel, oil, and automotive fluids
Gasoline, motor oil, antifreeze, brake and transmission fluid.
Propane and pressurized cylinders
Propane tanks, helium or oxygen tanks, and fire extinguishers, even if they seem empty.
Ammunition, fireworks, and explosives
Live ammunition, fireworks, flares, and anything explosive.
Medical and biohazard waste
Needles and sharps, prescription medications, and anything contaminated with bodily fluids.
Asbestos and lead-paint materials
Suspected asbestos materials and lead-painted debris need a licensed abatement contractor.
Car and loose lithium batteries
Vehicle batteries and loose lithium-ion batteries need battery recycling.
Ask Us First
These items are not always a problem, but they can need special handling or carry extra fees. Call or send a note before the job so there are no surprises.
Tires
Many haulers limit tires because of recycling rules and disposal fees. Ask first.
Appliances with refrigerant
Refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners can need special handling. Tell us what you have.
Electronics and older TVs
Some electronics and older tube TVs need recycling rather than the landfill. Ask first.
Concrete, dirt, brick, and shingles
Heavy materials can be priced differently because they are disposed of by weight.
Anything too heavy for two people
Very heavy items like safes or large machinery may need extra help or equipment.
Where to Take Hazardous Items in Columbia
The City of Columbia runs a Household Hazardous Waste collection facility at 1313 Lakeview Avenue. It takes many household chemicals, including paint, pesticides, batteries, and fluorescent lights, and is typically open the first and third Saturdays from April through October, 8 a.m. to noon. Limits apply, such as a cap on the amount of paint per vehicle, and the City no longer accepts prescription drugs there, so check the City's page for current rules before you go.
Missouri law also keeps some materials out of landfills, including motor oil, lead-acid batteries, and liquid wastes like antifreeze and paint, which is why they need a proper drop-off. The Mid-Missouri Solid Waste Management District has more on household hazardous waste in the region.
Have Junk That Needs to Go?
Tell us what you have, and we will help you plan the removal.
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