T&J's Scrap and Junk Removal
T&J's Scrap and Junk Removal is your go-to junk removal and scrap metal removal service. Our crew is committed to our customers, working hard... more
Hippo Demo
We provide efficient and reliable light demolition and junk hauling solutions for both residential and commercial properties. Our services include site preparation, debris removal, recycling,... more
McMillan Construction
McMillan Construction offers a variety of services, including remodeling, flooring, painting, cleanouts, dumpster rental, and more. As a family owned and operated company, we put... more
Always On The Move
We’re the experienced choice in junk removal services in Indy and surrounding areas. We are equipped to haul away just about any type of... more
Diversity Enterprise
Diversity Enterprise can help you transform your property with the help of our affordable, convenient, and fast junk removal services. No matter how big or... more
Central IN Professional Clean Out Service
We’re your source for efficient and accurate junk removal and demolition services in the Peru area. From junk pick-ups to complete building cleanouts, we’... more
Taylor Environmental Group
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Fire Dawgs Junk Removal
At Fire Dawgs Junk Removal, they offer top-rate junk and debris removal services. They can clean out homes, garages, attics, basements, office buildings, storage units,... more
Ace Scrap Metal Dumpsters and Demolitions
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Indy Rolloffs, LLC
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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.