Able Industrial Recycling
With more than three decades in service, Able Industrial Recycling has the skills, tools and infrastructure necessary to complete the job in an accurate and... 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
Arts Haul Away
We’re a locally owned and operated junk removal business dedicated to responsive, affordable junk hauling. Arts Haul Away can eliminate the junk, debris and... 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
BinBiz Junk
BinBiz Junk is here to make your junk removal as quick and easy as possible. We're a small local business dedicated to providing the best... more
C & D Recycling
C&D Recycling is a recycling and waste management company serving the Chicago area. They recycle metals, asphalt shingles, concrete and more. 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
Expert Removal Services
Get cost-effective and responsive junk removal services from a company that specializes in residential and commercial junk hauling, Expert Removal Services. We do it all... more
Falcon Green Resources
With over 50 years of experience in the waste industry, our team at Falcon Green Resources can create a custom junk removal plan for your business... more
Groot Industries, Inc
Since 1914, Groot Industries, LLC has provided quality junk removal services to all types of customers. They are family owned and operated, so you can trust... more
Junk King Chicago North
Junk King will load up and haul away all types of non-hazardous junk and waste from your residential or commercial locations. Furniture, appliances, yard waste,... more
Kenosha County Construction LLC
Specializing in a wide range of services, our Kenosha County Construction LLC offers expert solutions for demolition, excavation, grading, concrete flatwork and walls, sewer and... more
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
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How do junk removal costs compare to dumpster rental costs?
Junk removal companies charge a minimum amount just to come out to your location, which can range anywhere from $75 to $150. If you have one or two items you want to get rid of, like a TV, sofa, or a small pile of yard debris—you’ll probably be charged the minimum amount.
For large projects, like cleaning out an entire home, you could pay $1,000 or more.
Dumpster rental costs are variable based on your location, size of the dumpster, type of debris, and other factors. For reference, a 20 yard dumpster costs $350-$550, based on national averages.
Learn more: Comparing the Cost of Junk Removal to Dumpster Rentals
Which factors affect the cost of junk removal services?
When hiring a junk removal company or renting a dumpster, the cost varies a great deal depending on a number of factors, including:
- Location: Do you live far off the beaten path? If so, expect to pay more. Cost of living also plays a role. For example, you’ll pay more in Los Angeles, California than you would in Memphis, Tennessee.
- Type of waste/debris: Some service providers—junk removal and dumpster rental—charge one rate for household wastes and another for construction and demolition debris. C&D debris is often heavier, so it may end up costing more to haul away than general household trash.
- Amount of waste/debris: The heavier the load, the more you’ll pay. For junk removal, costs rise as the volume of junk increases. A full truckload of junk, for example, costs more than a load taking up just half of the truck’s total capacity.
Keep reading: Should I hire a junk removal service or rent a dumpster?