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Holden Demolition Inc
Holden Demolition Inc is a junk removal and restoration company serving the Triad and surrounding areas. Whether it be a commercial or residential junk removal... more
I Know A Guy Skid Steer Services
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All "Junk Removal" service providers in Chapel Hill, NC - July 2026
Holden Demolition Inc
Holden Demolition Inc is a junk removal and restoration company serving the Triad and surrounding areas. Whether it be a commercial or residential junk removal... more
Chosen Dumpsters
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Leonine Building Solutions
Whether you're preparing a home for sale, finishing a remodeling project, reclaiming valuable space, or managing a commercial property, we provide dependable hauling solutions designed... more
Durham Transfer Station (Liberty Waste Solutions)
The Durham Transfer Station operated by Liberty Waste Solutions at 1017 S. Hoover Road is a privately owned facility that serves as a collection and processing... more
I Know A Guy Skid Steer Services
Founded in 2019, I Know A Guy Skid Steer Services is proud to provide the highest quality junk hauling and debris cleanup services, including yard waste,... more
Sivad Construction LLC
Sivad Construction is a locally owned company backed by 15+ years of industry experience. We have the skill and expertise necessary to successfully remove any and... more
Massie Services Dumpster Rental
Massie Services Dumpster Rental makes waste removal simple, affordable, and efficient, offering a variety of roll-off dumpster sizes for homeowners and contractors. We provide transparent... more
Clearview Maintenance
Clearview is a locally owned and operated junk removal and light demolition company proudly serving the Triangle area offering comprehensive junk removal services for projects... more
Organized Demolition
Organized Demolition offers a variety of junk removal services in the Winston-Salem area, focusing on recycling up to 90% of nonhazardous waste. Our dedicated team is... more
Chatham Waste LLC
Locally owned and operated, Chatham Waste is proud to serve Central North Carolina. Our full-service junk removal and roll-off dumpster rentals are ideal for all... more
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Junk Removal Tips for Chapel Hill, NC
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.