How Much To Haul Away Junk?

The US average price of junk removal is $227. Removing an old couch or mattress is about $139 in San Francisco. Junk hauling fees depend on a variety of factors.

Cost per hour to haul away junk is about $129. Does not include fuel surcharge, disposal, or special handling expense.

Pricing Factors That Affect Junk Pick Up

1. The amount of junk to be removed:

The more junk you have, the more it will be to remove it. Some junk haulers charge by volume, so the more space your junk takes up in their truck, the more you will pay.

2. Disposal fees:

The type of junk you need picked up affects pricing. Hazardous materials such as chemicals or electronics require special handling and CAN'T be disposed. (see banned list)

Be prepared to pay higher fees for the following trash:

Waste Item	Vol/Qty	Disposal Fees
Grass or Tree Trimmings	Cubic Yard	$34.00
Construction Debris	Cubic Yard	$37.00
Dirt/Soil/Sod	Cubic Yard	$82.00
Roofing Shingles	Cubic Yard	$82.00
Passenger Tires with or without wheels	Each	$28.00
Refrigerant Appliance	Each	$39.00

3. Location:

Companies in urban areas may charge more than those in rural areas due to higher operating costs. Local county or state policies may see much higher tipping fees in disposing your waste.^cite

You are likely to pay more in: Massachusetts, Minnesota, Vermont, Rhode Island, and Washington.

4. Special handling or requests:

Some junk hauling companies offer recycling or donation of your items. These services may increase your pricing but are worth it to avoid landfills.

Beware of fees applied to the following oversized or heavy items:

Piano or hot tub removal
BBQ or smoker
Pool table or playsets
Treadmill
Shed

$ Smart Cash Tip

Go green and save green by separating and prepping your standard recyclables into: Flattened cardboard, mixed paper, metal, and glass.

1800GotJunk vs Jdog vs Junk Kings vs College Hunks

We compared the largest Wall Street haul-away services and franchises to give you this pricing chart of the top junk removal companies in America.

	Load Size	Average Cost

1-800-GOT-JUNK?	Truck-load	$600
	Half truck	$400
	Television	$139
	Mattress	$140
Jdog Junk Removal & Hauling	Truck-load	$647
	Half truck	$417
	Television	$147
	Mattress	$137
Junk King’s	Truck-load	$760
	Half truck	$490
	Television	$160
	Mattress	$160
College Hunks Hauling Junk	Truck-load	$599
	Half truck	$389
	Television	$139
	Mattress	$139

Most truck loads can carry about 450 cubic feet of junk. Visually this would be about the same space as an average car: 6' wide X 14.5' long X 5' tall.

Tips for Saving Money on Junk Removal Hauling

Donate or sell items first

Before hiring a junk removal service, consider donating or selling items that are still in good condition. This can reduce the amount of junk that needs to be removed and save you money on disposal fees.

Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist is easy to use, but beware of scammers.

Shop around

Don't settle for the first junk removal company you find. Shop around, check reviews and compare prices to find the best deal.

Schedule during off-peak times

Junk removal companies may offer lower rates during off-peak times such as weekdays or early mornings.

Plan ahead and save!

Bundle services

If you need other services such as cleaning or demolition, consider bundling them with your junk pickup. Many offer discounts for multiple services.

Should I Rent A Dumpster?

Junk removal costs can vary depending on several factors, but with a little research and planning, you can find an affordable and reliable service. By considering the amount and type of junk you need to be removed, you can get an accurate estimate .

Renting a dumpster is ideal for large volume of debris, but YOU MUST manually move the trash yourself. Oof.

Which is better? Read about it here ←