Recycling in Upper Arlington, OH

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Checked October 26, 2026

• Recycling Convenience Center (opens in new tab) · Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio (SWACO)
  • The Recycling Convenience Center is at 2566 Jackson Pike, Columbus, OH 43223. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Open Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The center is for Franklin County residents only and some items carry fees. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Basic items accepted include cardboard and paper. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Automotive materials accepted include car batteries, motor oil, oil filters and tires (fee). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Electronics accepted include CRT and flat computer monitors, household electronics such as cell phones, printers and VCRs, and CRT and LCD TVs (fees on TVs). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Appliances accepted include freon appliances such as refrigerators, AC units and dehumidifiers, and non-freon appliances such as washers and dryers. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Household batteries, including alkaline and lithium-ion, are accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Latex-based, oil-based and spray paint are accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Scrap metal is accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Through November 30, 2026, SWACO accepts all sizes of box springs and mattresses (no waterbeds) if dry and free of bedbugs, mold, blood or excessive staining. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Fees: tires $5.00 each; LCD TV $15.00; CRTs below 20 inches $25.00, below 35 inches $35.00, above 35 inches $45.00. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Bulk Items (opens in new tab) · City of Upper Arlington Public Service Department
  • Most bulk items are picked up on the normal trash/recycling day with no need to schedule. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Large appliances accepted: ovens, stoves, washers, dryers, water heaters and dishwashers. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Refrigerators, freezers and other Freon appliances must be scheduled for collection, and additional charges may apply. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Upholstered furniture such as mattresses, box springs, couches and chairs must be wrapped in plastic for collection. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Furniture such as tables, chairs, bookcases, bedframes and dressers is accepted; break down large items. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Schedule collection or ask about charges with Local Waste Services at 614-583-5370. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Tires, scrap metal, lawn mowers and car batteries are not accepted curbside. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Collection Fees (opens in new tab) · City of Upper Arlington Public Service Department
  • The annual trash fee is all-inclusive: trash, recycling, yard waste and bulk items are collected by Local Waste at no additional charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Electronic Waste & Battery Recycling (opens in new tab) · City of Upper Arlington Public Service Department
  • E-waste accepted includes almost any device with a cord or battery, such as computers, cell phones, tablets, stereos and printers. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Televisions and CRT monitors are not accepted at these locations. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • All household single-use and rechargeable batteries are accepted, only at the Public Service Center. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Accepted batteries include AA, AAA, 9V, C, D, button and lithium primary, plus Ni-Cd, Ni-Zn and Li-ion rechargeables. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Upper Arlington Public Library Tremont Road Branch, 2800 Tremont Road, Upper Arlington, OH 43221; Mon-Thu 10-8, Fri 10-6, Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5. 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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