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Estate Cleanout Services in Columbus, OH

Downsizing, a move, or a foreclosure in Columbus? Compare 130 estate cleanout providers serving Columbus, Ohio with ratings, hours, and direct contact details. Companies listed in Columbus include Apollo TAX Services LLC, Selphmade Tax Services and 4 Power Taxes. Between them they cover estate planning attorneys, estate auctions and dumpster rental. Columbus sits in Franklin County, Ohio. Nearby Ohio towns covered include Cleveland, Cortland and Coshocton.

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1. Apollo TAX Services LLC Estate Planning Attorneys

Columbus, OH

2. Selphmade Tax Services Estate Planning Attorneys

3864 E Main St

3. 4 Power Taxes Estate Planning Attorneys

893 E 11th Ave

4. Direct Deals Trading Llc Estate Auctions

3658 Brandon St

5. 12th Ave Alley Dumpster Dumpster Rental

Columbus, OH

Estate cleanouts in Columbus, OH: a local guide

We currently track 5 estate cleanout and related providers serving Columbus, OH in Franklin County.

What an estate cleanout costs in Columbus

Price depends mostly on how much has to leave the home and where it goes. As a rough guide for the Columbus area:

JobTypical range
Studio / 1-bedroom or partial cleanout$600–$1,900
2–3 bedroom full-house cleanout$1,900–$4,400
4+ bedroom, packed, or hoarding cleanout$4,400–$8,750+

These are planning estimates, not quotes — local Franklin County landfill and transfer-station fees, stairs, and heavy items move the number. Get two or three free estimates from the companies above before you decide.

How to choose a company in Columbus

  • Request references or recent reviews from Columbus-area jobs, and check how the company responds to criticism.
  • Confirm the company is licensed and insured — ask for a certificate before any crew enters the home.
  • Get an itemized written estimate, not a phone ballpark; walk-throughs surface hidden volume (attics, garages, basements).
  • Ask how they handle donations and consignment — a good crew offsets your cost by rehoming or reselling usable items.
  • Understand what drives the price: total volume, stairs, heavy items, and Franklin County landfill or transfer-station fees.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • Can you handle appliances, pianos, safes, or other heavy items?
  • Do you recycle or dispose of electronics and hazardous materials properly?
  • Will you sweep and tidy the property when the cleanout is finished?
  • Can you work around a probate timeline or a realtor's listing date?
  • Is the quote all-in, or do dump fees and labor get added later?

Many Columbus providers also handle estate planning attorneys, estate auctions and dumpster rental.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an estate cleanout cost in Columbus?

Most full-house estate cleanouts in Columbus run about $800 to $4,000, depending on home size, how much has to be removed, and Franklin County landfill or transfer-station fees. Almost every company listed above offers a free estimate, so it pays to get two or three.

Who pays for an estate cleanout?

Usually the estate itself, handled by the executor or the heirs. When the home is being sold, the cost is often paid from estate funds or netted out of the sale proceeds.

Do estate cleanout companies take furniture, appliances, and donations?

Yes. Most Columbus providers haul furniture, appliances, and general junk, and many will donate or consign usable items for you and leave the home broom-swept.

How long does an estate cleanout take?

A smaller Columbus home is often cleared in a single day; larger or packed estates usually take two to three days, including donation runs and consignment pickups.

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