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Red-E-Bins of Michigan
"Excellent service and the utmost professionalism. The Red-E-Bins crew removed furniture for me last weekend and did a phenomenal job in a very timely fashion.... more
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D & V's Trash Hauling
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Trash Bandit Dumpsters
"They were on time and great communicators. The entire process was so easy and the price was GREAT! Highly recommend." more
Red-E-Bins of Michigan
"Excellent service and the utmost professionalism. The Red-E-Bins crew removed furniture for me last weekend and did a phenomenal job in a very timely fashion.... more
Dirty Deeds Dumpster Rentals
Dirty Deeds Dumpster Rentals offers full-service junk removal and dumpster rentals throughout Oakland and Macomb Counties. Our team is dedicated to prompt and friendly service.... more
JM Junk Removal & Dumpster Rentals
JM Junk Removal & Dumpster Rentals is a local company offering professional junk removal and dumpster rental services throughout the Oakland and Macomb County area of... more
Lombardo Specialty Services LLC
Lombardo Specialty Services LLC offers the best in junk removal services throughout the New Boston area. Our team strives to help homeowners and business owners... more
CWA Property Maintenance LLC
CWA Property Maintenance LLC provides high-quality junk removal and demolition services throughout Ypsilanti, MI and the surrounding areas. Let us organize your perfect junk removal... more
D & V's Trash Hauling
"The junk removal involved removing a mattress, two old analog televisions, some rugs, some wood, old paint cans, some small appliances, and other items that... more
ClearSpace Co LLC
Whether you’re dealing with a residential hoard or an office cleanout, ClearSpace Co LLC offers efficient junk removal across the Motor City region. We... more
Cornerstone Container & Waste LLC
We are a local, family owned and operated dumpster service company that is committed to making your customer service our #1 priority. After 30 years of success... more
Lincoln Property Maintenance LLC
Lincoln Property Maintenance, LLC started with lawn and snow service and has expanded into junk removal and light demolition. We serve commercial and residential clients... 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.