We collect fitted carpets, rugs, and underlay directly from your floor - including same-day options across Zürich and the surrounding cantons.
Getting rid of an old carpet in Zürich takes more planning than most people expect. Rolled-up fitted carpet can weigh 30-60 kg - well above the ERZ Sperrgutmarke limit of 25 kg per item. Our disposal services in Zurich cover collection of all carpet types directly from your floor, with no size or weight restriction. We carry, transport, and route materials responsibly - and we quote a fixed price before we arrive.
Whether you are replacing flooring after a renovation, clearing a rental property before handover, or dealing with wall-to-wall carpet across multiple rooms, our team handles the full process. We work in Kreise 1-12 and across Aargau, Luzern, and Zug - with same-day availability on most days.
The standard kerbside route through ERZ requires a Sperrgutmarke (CHF 9 per 25 kg unit), items placed at the kerb by 7 am, and a request window of up to three days. For heavy, rolled carpet that exceeds the weight limit - or for carpets on upper floors without a lift - direct collection is a practical alternative. Illegal fly-tipping of carpets in Zürich carries fines of CHF 200-1'000+ under the USG, so proper disposal matters.
In Switzerland, carpet waste falls under combustible Sperrgut - large items that cannot go in a Züri-Sack. ERZ accepts carpets via kerbside collection with a Sperrgutmarke, subject to the 25 kg limit per item. Most fitted carpet rolls exceed this limit, making private collection the practical route for room-sized pieces.
| Carpet Type | Approx. Weight | ERZ Sperrgutmarke OK? | disposal.ch Handles? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small decorative rug (under 2 m²) | 2-6 kg | Yes - 1 Sperrgutmarke | Yes |
| Medium rug (2-6 m²) | 4-18 kg | Yes - 1-2 Sperrgutmarkes | Yes |
| Fitted carpet, single room (10-15 m²) | 20-60 kg | Often exceeds 25 kg limit | Yes - no weight limit |
| Fitted carpet, multiple rooms | 60-150 kg+ | No - too heavy | Yes - bulk removal |
| Carpet underlay (per room) | 5-15 kg | Yes if under 25 kg | Yes - collected with carpet |
| Runner / stair carpet | 3-10 kg | Yes - 1 Sperrgutmarke | Yes |
| Commercial/office carpet (full floor) | 100 kg+ | No - commercial rules apply | Yes - volume pricing |
| Carpet with bitumen adhesive backing | Variable | Check with ERZ - may be Sonderabfall | Yes - ChemRRV compliant handling |
Fitted carpet - also called Auslegeware - is the heaviest and most awkward type to remove. A standard 15 m² bedroom carpet typically weighs 30-45 kg once rolled. Our team cuts and rolls the carpet on-site if needed, removes tack strips, and carries everything from your floor to the vehicle. For properties also containing furniture, see our furniture disposal page for a combined removal quote.
Persian rugs, flatweave rugs, shaggy rugs, and kilims - we collect all sizes. Smaller rugs under 25 kg can technically go through ERZ via Sperrgutmarke, but if you have multiple rugs or are clearing a full property, our bulky waste disposal service covers multi-item collection at a single fixed price.
Underlay is often forgotten until the carpet is already rolled up. We collect underlay - foam, rubber, or felt - separately or together with the carpet. Foam underlay in good condition is checked for reuse; the rest is routed to the Kehrichtverwertungsanlage Hagenholz as combustible material.
Stair carpet runs along high-friction areas and often has adhesive or staple fixings at each tread. Our team removes fixings, rolls the carpet in sections, and carries it down - no damage to your staircase or walls. This is especially relevant in older Zürich apartment buildings in Kreise 4, 5, and 6 where stairs are narrow.
Wool, jute, and sisal carpets have different recycling routes from synthetic materials. Jute and natural backings are closer in composition to organic material and are processed accordingly. For properties also containing timber flooring or wood furniture, see our wood disposal page for combined collection options.
Polypropylene and nylon carpets make up the majority of residential fitted flooring in Switzerland. These are not recyclable into new carpet in most municipal systems; they are processed as combustible Sperrgut at Hagenholz. We always separate the backing material (often polypropylene or bitumen) from the pile where possible.
Office carpet tiles and commercial broadloom carpet require volume handling. We provide invoice documentation for business clients and coordinate collection around your office hours - including evenings and weekends. For full office strip-outs involving desks, chairs, and IT equipment, our office clearance team handles everything in one visit.
Request a quote: Send photos of your carpet via WhatsApp to +41 76 413 6183, or complete the online quote form. Include the room size or number of rolls. We respond with a Fixpreis - usually within the hour.
Confirm your time slot: Choose a date and time that suits you. Same-day and next-day collection is available across Zürich and the surrounding area. We work weekday evenings and Saturday mornings.
We collect from your floor: Our team arrives punctually, removes the carpet (including rolling, cutting, and carrying), and clears the area. Floor surcharges of CHF 5-10 per floor apply for properties without a lift - always stated in your quote.
Responsible routing: Carpet waste is transported to licensed disposal points. Combustible material goes to Kehrichtverwertungsanlage Hagenholz. Recyclable elements - foam underlay, natural fibres - are separated where possible. You receive confirmation of disposal on request.
| Factor | disposal.ch | ERZ Sperrgut Collection |
|---|---|---|
| Collection from your floor | Yes - any floor, with or without lift | No - items must be at kerbside by 7 am |
| Weight limit per item | None - we handle full room rolls | Max 25 kg per Sperrgutmarke unit |
| Request window | Same-day or next-day | Up to 3 working days advance notice |
| Price | From CHF 80 (small rug) - Fixpreis quoted | CHF 9 per 25 kg Sperrgutmarke (self-carried) |
| Multi-room / bulk carpet | Yes - single visit, volume pricing | Multiple Sperrgutmarkes needed, each 25 kg |
| Underlay included | Yes - collected with carpet | Separate Sperrgutmarke required |
| ChemRRV / bitumen carpet handling | Yes - compliant handling | Check with ERZ - may require Sonderabfall route |
| English-speaking team | Yes - bilingual EN/DE | DE only |
Free option: If your rug is under 25 kg and you can transport it yourself, the Recyclinghof at Hagenholz or Werdhölzli accepts carpets as combustible Sperrgut - no appointment needed during opening hours. disposal.ch is the right choice for heavy rolls, upper-floor collection, multi-room removals, or when you simply need it done without the logistics.
A standard bedroom of fitted carpet weighs 30-50 kg rolled. ERZ's Sperrgutmarke allows 25 kg per unit - and the item must be at the kerb by 7 am. Most fitted carpets simply cannot be split to meet this limit without specialist tools. We collect at any weight, from any floor.
Many residential buildings in Kreise 3, 4, and 5 have no lift. Rolled carpet on a fourth floor is a two-person job at minimum. Our team is trained to carry heavy, awkward loads safely - with the floor surcharge (CHF 5-10 per floor) always included in your fixed quote.
Spring renovation season (May-June) is our busiest period. If you are replacing flooring across several rooms, we recommend requesting two days ahead for guaranteed availability. For properties also requiring a mattress disposal at the same time, we can combine both in a single collection visit.
Dealing with a property after a bereavement means managing a large amount quickly, often on a deadline. Carpets are one of the last items to be removed before a property is handed over or renovated. We handle this discreetly and respectfully. For full property clearances following a bereavement, see our apartment clearance service - which includes all contents, not just flooring.
January through March is the peak move-out period in Zürich - driven by Swiss tenancy law and end-of-year lease cycles. Fitting carpet removal around a handover date is stressful. We offer same-day collection for most carpet jobs and can work around your handover schedule.
Older fitted carpets - particularly those installed before 1995 - may have bitumen-based adhesive backing. This falls under ChemRRV classification and cannot be processed as standard combustible Sperrgut. We handle this separately through a licensed waste contractor, and this is always reflected in your quote.
| Material / Component | Processing Route | Named Facility / Body | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Synthetic fitted carpet (PP/Nylon) | Combustible Sperrgut - energy recovery | Kehrichtverwertungsanlage Hagenholz, Zürich | Generates district heating for Zürich |
| Foam underlay | Combustible Sperrgut - energy recovery | Kehrichtverwertungsanlage Hagenholz | Foam not recyclable into new product in CH |
| Rubber underlay | Separated - rubber recycling | Licensed rubber processor | May be recycled into playground surfaces |
| Natural fibre carpet (jute, wool, sisal) | Organic / combustible material - Hagenholz or composting | Kehrichtverwertungsanlage Hagenholz | Natural fibre assessed individually |
| Bitumen-backed carpet | Sonderabfall route - separate handling | Licensed hazardous waste contractor (ChemRRV) | Never mixed with standard combustible Sperrgut |
| Reusable rugs (good condition) | Donation or resale assessment - not all qualify | Local donation point or second-hand channel | Assessed on-site during collection |
| Metal tack strips / gripper rods | Scrap metal stream | Municipal Altmetall collection | Separated on-site and transported apart |
Once a carpet is removed, floors are rarely clean. Adhesive residue, dust, and subfloor marks are common - particularly after long-term fitted carpet. If your property requires professional cleaning after carpet removal, our sister company zuericlean.com provides end-of-tenancy and post-renovation cleaning across Zürich. Both services can be arranged under a single request - collection and cleaning coordinated without you managing two separate companies.
For properties undergoing a full strip-out - carpet, furniture, appliances, and clearance of all contents - our overall clearance service handles the complete job in one visit. This is particularly useful for rental returns, property sales, or Nachlassräumung following a bereavement.
Arrange carpet removal and post-clearance cleaning in one request.
Contact us today| Feature | What This Means for You |
|---|---|
| Fixed price - Fixpreis | You receive a confirmed CHF price before we arrive. No variable charges on the day. |
| 100% insured | Our team and your property are covered throughout the collection. Specialclean Züri GmbH carries full liability insurance. |
| Floor collection - any floor | We carry from your flat, not from the kerb. Floor surcharges are always transparent in the quote. |
| No weight limit | Unlike ERZ Sperrgutmarke (25 kg limit), we handle rolls of any weight - including multi-room full-apartment carpet. |
| Bilingual team - EN + DE | We quote and communicate in English and Swiss German. Particularly useful for expats navigating Swiss disposal rules. |
| Same-day and next-day slots | Available across Zürich Kreise 1-12 and cantons Aargau, Luzern, and Zug on most working days. |
| ChemRRV-aware | Bitumen-backed and adhesive carpets handled separately under Swiss chemical waste regulation - always compliant. |
| Google Reviews 5.0 (42+ reviews) | Our pricing transparency and punctuality are referenced consistently across verified customer reviews. |
Yes - carpets are classified as combustible Sperrgut in Zürich. You can place them at the kerbside with an ERZ Sperrgutmarke (CHF 9 per 25 kg unit). However, the 25 kg weight limit means that most fitted carpet rolls from a standard room exceed the limit and require multiple Sperrgutmarkes or a private collection service.
Prices at disposal.ch start from CHF 80 for a small rug and range to CHF 320-550+ for full apartment carpet removal across multiple rooms. The price depends on carpet size, number of floors, lift availability, and whether underlay is included. All prices are Fixpreis - confirmed before collection, with no additional charges on the day.
Bulky waste (Sperrgut) is the ERZ kerbside collection system. It requires a Sperrgutmarke, a request window of up to three working days, and items at the kerb by 7 am. disposal.ch provides private home collection - collecting directly from your floor with no weight limit, same-day availability, and a fixed price agreed in advance.
Yes. We collect from any floor in any building type across Zürich. A floor surcharge of CHF 5-10 per floor applies for properties without a lift and is always included in your quoted price. Our team is equipped and trained for heavy carries on tight staircases.
A single room of fitted carpet typically takes 20-35 minutes from arrival to departure. Multi-room collections of 3-4 rooms take approximately 1-2 hours. We give you an estimated arrival window and aim to complete the job within the agreed time slot.
In most cases, yes. Same-day carpet collection is available across Zürich Kreise 1-12 when you request a quote before midday. For outer zones - Winterthur, Uster, Dübendorf, and surrounding cantons - same-day availability depends on the schedule. WhatsApp us on +41 76 413 6183 for the fastest confirmation.
A Sperrgutmarke is a disposal label purchased from ERZ or post offices in Zürich, costing CHF 9. It allows kerbside collection of combustible bulky waste items up to 25 kg each. Carpets can be collected via Sperrgutmarke if they are under 25 kg per piece - suitable for small rugs. For larger rolls, a private service like disposal.ch is the practical alternative.
Yes. We can combine carpet collection, full property clearance, and post-clearance cleaning under a single coordinated request. Clearance is handled by disposal.ch; cleaning is arranged through our partner company zuericlean.com. This combination is particularly useful for move-outs, renovation projects, and property handovers where everything needs to be done in one sequence.
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