Sterling Carting
"We had Sterling Carting remove some bathroom/kitchen renovation debris for us. All I can say is that they did a fine job, and their... more
Clean Space
"I was moving in to my new home and had a lot of stuff that needed to be hauled away. Among the junk haulers I... more
Imperial Waste Services LLC
Imperial Waste Services LLC is located in Hackensack New Jersey and is a leading force in the waste dumpster service Industry, with over 30 years’ experience... more
DeLalla Carting
For prompt, reliable dumpster rental, DeLalla Carting is your local solution! We are a small, family owned and operated dumpster provider offering 12 and 20 yard dumpsters... more
Los Mugrosos Junk Removal
Los Mugrosos Junk Removal offers fast, reliable, and eco-friendly junk removal in the greater Wayne, NJ area. Contact us today for a free quote and... more
Get Junk Gone
"I had a wooden playhouse on my property that was of no use to me, so I wanted it removed. Get Junk Gone responded to... more
Grizzly Junk Pros
"This is the 2nd time I have used Junk Pros and I could not be happier. They are professional and get the job done quickly... more
Slover Contracting LLC
Slover Contracting LLC is a family-owned and operated business based out of central New Jersey that proudly offers a wide variety of junk removal services.... more
AB's Get-It-Gone Demo and Hauling, LLC
AB's Get-It-Gone Demo and Hauling, LLC is known for offering commercial and residential junk removal and demolition throughout New Jersey. We offer fast response times,... more
Perciballi Industries Inc
Based in Staten Island, NY, Perciballi Industries Inc. offers a wide range of demolition and junk removal services, as well as roll-off container rentals. Their... more
1-800-Rid-Junk
De-cluttering your home or office? Call the pros at 1-800-Rid-Junk. We handle removal of a heavy single item to a complex, whole house clean... more
Demo King LLC
Demo King is a New Jersey-based waste hauler and demolition company equipped and experienced in handling residential, commercial and industrial projects. We have several dumpster... more
Tio's Junk Removal
Tio’s is a locally owned and operated junk removal business committed to meeting, and exceeding, the customer’s expectations! We go the extra mile... more
Quick Junk Removal
Quick Junk Removal is a no fluff junk removal and demolition company that focuses on providing succinct and efficient services to our valued customers throughout... more
Mr. Cheapee, Inc.
Mr. Cheapee, Inc. is a family-owned and operated full service junk removal company that offers affordable rates and professional service in a timely fashion. We... 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.