Rubbish Doctor
"Tom and his team were the best. While clearing out our family home for sale, they took the time to point out items that might... more
Seacoast Dump Guy
Do you have a junk problem that's too big to take care of on your own? If so, you don't have to worry about it... more
The Dump Guy
Founded in 2002, Dump Guy Junk Removal is Southern and Central Maine’s leading provider of junk removal services. We guarantee to haul away your junk... more
All Seasons Landscaping Inc.
Whether cleaning out a garage, removing a freezer, or gutting out a home or building, All Seasons is here to make the job simple! We... more
Southern Maine Roll-Off Dumpster Rentals
Southern Maine Roll-Off provides eco-friendly junk removal solutions with a special emphasis on superior customer service and attention to detail. Get in touch with us... more
The Waterboro Trash Guy
The Waterboro Trash Guy is a Veteran owned business proudly serving customers in Southern Maine and New Hampshire. We offer full-service junk removal, light demolition,... more
Pine State Hauling and Junk Removal
Pine State Hauling and Junk Removal is the number one trusted junk removal team in the southern Maine area. Our prices are transparent, honest, and... more
Finally Freedom Junk Removal
We’re a family owned and Veteran operated junk removal company serving customers in Southern Maine and parts of New Hampshire. We get the job... more
Swartz Enterprises
For full scale junk removal from a company you can trust, Swartz Enterprises is here to help. Since 2009, we have been dedicated to providing our... more
McCormick & Sons
McCormick & Sons Trucking is a family owned and operated waste hauling business providing residential and commercial services in and around Portland, Maine for more than 60... more
Tiny Tim's Moving & Trucking
Tiny Tim’s is a local, family owned and operated business proudly serving the Portland area since 1992. We specialize in moving and junk removal services.... more
Almighty Waste
Almighty Waste offers 15 to 30 cubic yard roll off dumpster rentals for cleanouts, demolition, and remodeling projects for homeowners, businesses, and contractors in... more
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Junk Removal Tips for Scarborough, ME
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.