RG Environmental, Inc
"I needed to remove 1 mattress and box spring set, a futon, and a two-piece sectional dresser. R G Environmental did the job for me. They... more
GLM Excavating & Land Clearing
GLM Excavating & Land Clearing offers a wide variety of services for the convenience of our customers, including junk removal. We can provide everything from single-item... more
Votis & Sons Dumpster Rentals
We are a small, family-owned business with many years of experience. Votis & Sons is fully insured, professional, and affordable! Votis & Sons has 12 and 16 yard dumpsters... more
Moring Disposal
When speedy, reliable dumpster and trash hauling services matters, Moring Disposal is the company to call. We've provided the community with full-service waste hauling services... more
T S Tree Service
T S Tree Service is your locally owned and operated source for quality junk removal and dumpster rental services. We specialize in tree removal, dumpsters,... more
Hoff Disposal & Demolition
Whether you're looking for residential, commercial, or industrial dumpster rental services, Hoff Disposal & Demolition Inc has you covered! We're a family-owned business local... more
Crap Scrappers
Serving South Beloit, IL and nearby communities, Crap Scrappers are experienced in all aspects of hauling. They can haul away nearly anything, no matter how... more
Fish Junk Removal
At Fish Junk Removal, we strive every day to provide the very best quality of services at affordable rates. From the average homeowner to big... 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.