Junk removal companies load and haul away the things you no longer want, so you do not have to rent a truck or a dumpster. A crew arrives with a truck or trailer, does the lifting, and takes items to a donation center, recycler or landfill.
Home, garage and estate cleanouts, furniture and appliance haul-away, yard and construction debris.
Common jobs include whole-house and estate cleanouts, garage, attic and basement cleanouts, furniture and appliance removal, hot tub and shed removal, yard waste, and construction or renovation debris. Several companies in this directory also do light demolition or land clearing, which helps when a cleanout is part of a bigger property project.
Choose your state below to find junk removal companies that serve your area, compare their services and reviews, and call the one that fits.
Common junk removal jobs
Whole-house, estate and move-out cleanouts
Garage, attic, basement and storage cleanouts
Furniture, mattress and appliance removal
Hot tub, shed and playset removal
Yard waste, brush and storm debris
Construction, renovation and job-site debris
How to choose a junk removal company
Ask how the price is set: by truck load, by volume or by item, and whether labor and disposal are included.
Ask which items they cannot take, such as paint, chemicals or tires, and what those cost extra.
Ask whether usable items are donated or recycled.
Ask for an arrival window and whether same-day or next-day pickup is possible.
Confirm insurance in case of damage to floors, walls or driveways.
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Plain answers to common questions about hiring junk removal companies.
What do junk removal companies take?
Most take furniture, appliances, mattresses, electronics, boxes, yard waste and construction debris. Hazardous materials such as paint, chemicals, fuel and asbestos are usually excluded or handled separately, so ask each company for its list.
How do junk removal companies charge?
Most price by how much of the truck your items fill, with a minimum charge, and some charge per item for single pickups. Prices vary by company and area, so ask for a quote that includes labor and disposal.
Is junk removal cheaper than renting a dumpster?
It depends on volume and timing. A dumpster can suit a long renovation where you load debris yourself; junk removal suits a one-time cleanout where you want a crew to do the lifting and haul it away the same day.
Do junk removal companies donate or recycle items?
Many sort loads and take usable items to donation centers and metal, cardboard or electronics to recyclers. Practices differ, so ask the company how it handles what it collects.
Can a junk removal company also demolish a shed or clear a lot?
Some can. Several listed junk removal companies also offer demolition or land clearing. Check the services on each profile, or ask when you call.
How do I find junk removal near me?
Pick your state below to see reviewed junk removal companies that serve it. Each profile lists the company's base, service area and phone number so you can call for a quote.
Related services
Often hired together.
Many projects need more than one trade. Several listed companies offer more than one of these services.
