Landmark Demolition
With more than 20 years of experience, Landmark Demolition provides expert junk removal and light demolition services with a focus on safety, quality, and professionalism. From... more
Mobility Disposal Services
"I hired this company to clean out an apartment that had a lot of junk left behind, and the whole process was very easy on... more
S&S Junk Removal Service
With over 15 years of experience, S&S Junk Removal offers fast, reliable junk removal for homes and businesses. Our friendly team handles everything from furniture... more
P's Property Preservation
Are you in need of a junk removal expert who can get the job done quickly and efficiently? Look no further than our woman-owned company!... more
Champton Demolition and Junk Removal
In the greater Chicago area, Champton Demolition and Junk Removal is one of the most trusted names in the industry. Their expert staff can assist... more
Bin There Dump That Chicagoland
The expert team at Bin There Dump That is your Chicagoland source for fast and reliable junk removal service. Our services are great for bulky... more
ASAP Junk Haulers & Demolition
Serving the greater Chicago area, ASAP Haulers and Demolition offers fast, accurate junk removal and residential demo. We are equipped to do it all from... more
Junk Shuttle
At Junk Shuttle, they maintain an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. If you’re in Madison or Dane County, you can count on... more
Junk King Chicago North
Our superior service and attention to detail is what separates us from the rest. We know that whether you are a homeowner, realtor or business... more
AQG Dumpster Services
AQG Dumpster Services wants to make booking a dumpster easy for you. Visit our website to book online. We’re a family-owned company offering driveway-friendly... more
Royal Demolition LLC
Royal Demolition LLC is a small, locally-owned company with more than a decade of junk removal experience serving customers in the greater Chicago area. We... more
D & M Rolloff Services
Since 1994, D & M Rolloff has been a family owned and operated company based out of Palatine, Illinois and serving Chicago Southwest Suburbs. They can provide ... more
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How much does junk removal cost?
With Hometown, getting a no-obligation quote is always free, but hiring a junk removal service to remove your unwanted items always comes at a cost.
It's relatively common for companies to charge a minimum of $75 to $100 for any removal, no matter how minimal it may be. If you have an entire house worth of debris, then you can expect to pay upwards of $500 to $1,000, though this number can be much higher in a hoarding situation or other large volume cleanup project.
Some companies quote a price based on the expected volume of the debris in the truck, e.g., a full truckload, 1/2 truckload, or 1/4 truckload, while others quote by the hour.
Which factors affect junk removal cost?
There are a number of factors that can influence the cost of junk removal, like:
- Location of the job site as well as its proximity to the company and/or landfill/recycling center
- Size and complexity of the job, e.g. how accessible the junk is
- Type of waste, junk, or debris to be removed
The cost to haul junk varies by location. Customers in Los Angeles or New York City can expect to pay more for junk removal than those in Fort Wayne, Indiana would pay for the same size project.
The amount of junk that needs to be removed is a big factor, too. For example, large cleanups will require a bigger truck or container with a large loading capacity, as well as more labor hours to complete the job. The same is true for complex cleanups, like having to carry items down multiple flights of stairs or removing an old heavy piano that needs to be disassembled in order to remove it safely, or other situations that require more time and/or manpower.
Certain types of waste, junk, and debris cost more to dispose of than others. For example, hazardous materials cost more due to environmental laws, safety concerns, and disposal requirements.