How Much Does Junk & Trash Removal Cost?
How Much Does Junk & Trash Removal Cost?
On average, junk removal costs $70 to $570 with most homeowners spending between $150 and $350, or $1.50 per cubit foot. A single-family home will pay around $210 for junk removal while a business will spend about $500. A full-size truck with a max load of 450 cubic feet will cost around $550 to haul away.
$150 – $350 average cost per load (30–50 sq. ft.)
On average, junk removal costs $70 to $570 with most homeowners spending between $150 and $350, or $1.50 per cubit foot. A single-family home will pay around $210 for junk removal while a business will spend about $500. A full-size truck with a max load of 450 cubic feet will cost around $550 to haul away.
How Much Does It Cost To Haul Away Junk?
Junk removal costs $70 to $570 on average, with most homeowners spending between $150 and $350, or $1.50 per cubic foot. A single-family home will pay around $210 for junk removal while a business will spend about $500. Hauling away a full-size truck with a max load of 450 cubic feet will cost around $550.
| National Average Cost | $210 |
| Minimum Cost | $70 |
| Maximum Cost | $570 |
| Average Range | $150 to $350 |
Junk removal companies will use a large truck to haul away junk. Most companies charge based on the volume of trash, required surcharges and disposal fees, and your location.
Contact junk removal services up front and get an estimate. Below are average prices from HomeGuide pros around the country.
Junk Removal Prices
Most junk removal services charge by the truckload. One full load in a trash removal truck is equal to around 4 pick-up truckloads.
| Truck Load | Volume (ft 3 ) | Average Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Up to 60 ft 3 | $70 – $100 |
| 1/6th Load | 60 – 80 ft 3 | $90 – $130 |
| 1/4th Load | 80 – 120 ft 3 | $100 – $150 |
| 3/8th Load | 120 – 180 ft 3 | $150 – $200 |
| Half Load | 180 – 240 ft 3 | $200 – $300 |
| 5/8th Load | 240 – 300 ft 3 | $250 – $330 |
| 3/4th Load | 300 – 360 ft 3 | $300 – $380 |
| 7/8th Load | 360 – 420 ft 3 | $350 – $435 |
| Full Load | 420 – 480 ft 3 | $400 – $450 |
Some companies offer onsite pricing, giving you a quick and accurate price for junk removal.
Many companies offer an online pricing estimate based on the average size of an item and the pricing in your local area.
Some companies will quote a price if you text or upload a photo of the items you want them to pick up.
Junk, Trash, Waste, or E-Waste Services?
The junk removal professional you'll need depends on the type of items being removed. There are key differences between junk, trash, waste, e-waste, and composting:
Junk Removal costs $70 to $570 for items most county and city trash services refuse to remove, like refrigerators, TVs, stoves, air conditioners, sofas, etc. However, some cities offer a free junk removal day once a quarter.
Trash Removal – regularly scheduled by your county or city and included in your monthly utility bill.
Waste Removal costs $60 to $125 and involves removing hazardous items like latex paint, mercury, or other harmful agents, along with construction debris. Most junk removal companies will not remove hazardous waste.
E-Waste Disposal – usually comprised of technical items such as computers, monitors, printers, copy machines, shredders, etc. Costs vary considerably.
Composting – Both food waste and yard debris can be removed and composted for around $70 to $100, depending on the volume.
Shed Removal costs $200 to $2,000, depending on the shed size, material, location, and condition.
Junk Removal Costs By Type
Furniture and Junk Removal Cost
Furniture and junk removal prices depend on the item and size. For example, mattress removal costs $70 to $100 on average. The table below shows the prices to remove common items.
| Item | Average removal cost |
|---|---|
| Mattress | $70 – $100 |
| Washer / dryer | $70 – $205 |
| Entertainment center (large) | $100 – $250 |
| Three-piece sectional couch or sofa | $200 – $375 |
| Lawn mower | $70 – $90 |
| Hot tub or spa | $100 – $150 |
| Computer / Printer | $70 – $90 |
| Latex paint | $10 per gallon |
Cost To Dump At A Landfill
The cost to dump at a landfill is around $50 if you do it yourself. If you hire a professional, expect to spend $70 to $150 for an average size load.
Large items are surcharged due to extra weight. These items may require two workers to haul away to a landfill or another specified location:
Freezers and refrigerators: $35 to $60 each
Piano removal: $50 to $100
AC units: $35 to $60 each
Tires (if more than 4): $10 per tire with rims or $5 per tire without rims
Railroad ties: $30 each
Dumpster Rental Cost
Some companies provide a mini dumpster, which gives you the ability to load trash and other debris at your convenience. Others provide a large dumpster for remodeling and construction projects. The average cost to rent a dumpster is $300 to $800.
After you’ve completed your project or loaded the dumpster, you can call the company to pick it up.
Average Trash and Junk Removal Prices
Trash removal is typically covered as part of your county or city utilities, depending on where you live. However, independent companies sometimes step in with lower prices. Trash removal services charge $120 to $300, depending on the volume of trash.
City Trash Hauling Prices
The following table shows the average monthly and annual costs for city trash hauling, not including the one-time setup fee.
| Frequency | Average cost |
|---|---|
| Monthly | $15 – $45 |
| Annually | $130 – $250 |
Waste Removal Costs
Hazardous Waste Disposal
Hazardous waste disposal costs can be as low as $10 per item or as high as $60 to $125 per item, depending on local surcharges. Some companies charge per pound.
Hazardous waste items include:
Batteries
Fluorescent light bulbs
Cathode ray tubes
Paints, solvents, aerosols, cleaning fluids, and pesticides
Appliances containing refrigerant
Items containing mercury
You may be fined up to $500 if you put prohibited hazardous items in your standard household trash instead of disposing of them properly.
Solid Waste Removal
Garbage and used household items are considered solid waste, and their removal can cost $150 or more.
Construction Waste
Removing construction waste costs $200 to $250, depending on the type. Construction waste includes debris from remodeling or other projects.
Most companies will not give online estimates because items like dirt, gravel, and concrete can only be charged for by the bed load. Rates usually start at a minimum load of half a cubic yard.
E-Waste Removal Cost
E-waste removal prices are calculated on the number of electronics removed, so costs vary. E-waste includes electronic and electrical devices like computers, TVs, and stereos, which contain many toxic materials that are hazardous not only to humans but to the environment.
Check your local regulations about e-waste disposal. Some counties offer a free e-waste drop-off day every quarter.
Recycling Waste
Some cities include recycling pickup in your trash removal bill and provide free recycling bins. Check with your local waste removal company to find out what options are available in your area.
How Do Junk Disposal Companies Charge?
Junk removal services charge by the type or volume of the junk and the number of truckloads required to haul it away. Typically you can expect costs of $1.50 per cubic foot or $450 per full garbage truck. Additional pricing factors include:
Length of time loading will take
Local disposal fees
Hazardous waste fees
Return on certain items through sales of scrap metal, etc.
Number of workers required on the job
Distance traveled and number of stops at the landfill center, recycling center, and charities
Seasonal demand
Free Junk Removal & Haul Away
Consider donating items you no longer need. Many nonprofit organizations will pick up furniture, appliances, and household goods. Contact local charities to schedule a pickup.
Finding Your Junk Removal Service
When hiring a professional junk removal service, be sure to:
Hire a licensed and insured company.
Read their reviews on HomeGuide and Google.
Ask for an upfront price.
Confirm the quote includes everything—pickup, loading, taxes, dump fees, and mileage.
Ask about hazardous waste and e-waste disposal surcharges.