Iron Bull Hauling
"I needed some junk hauled away and called Iron Bull in the morning looking for an estimate. Within 30 minutes, he was at my house. An... more
DIY Junk Services
"Rich did a great job. He was prompt and accommodating concerning multiple trips. I'd recommend them and would use again!" more
Junk King Fairfax
"I needed a TV, love seat, couch, boxes of frames, and household items removed and hauled away from my house. Junk King took care of... more
JT's Junk & Trash Removal LLC
JT's Junk & Trash Removal LLC provides top-quality junk removal, estate cleanouts, and demolition with a focus on customer satisfaction and eco-friendliness. As a local company,... more
Junk-Ez Co
Junk-Ez Co is a "per trip" junk hauling and moving company based out of Fairfax, VA and serving Northern Virginia to Maryland. We'll haul whatever... more
Paramount Dumpster Rentals
Paramount Property Services offers homeowners and contractors fast and competitively-priced junk removal services for home cleanups, remodeling projects, and more. We are known for our... more
Hoos Hauling LLC
Hoos Hauling was formed in 2019 as a way to provide superior junk removal services with a personal, “Mom and Pop” style of service. It’s... more
Top Dumpster Rental
Top Dumpster Rental was founded in 2019 by ownership with more than a decade of industry experience. We currently have multiple container sizes available and a... more
The Junk Army
We’re your complete junk hauling solution. The Junk Army is equipped to haul just about anything – we take household junk, office equipment, furniture, appliances,... more
WM Junk Removal and Rental
WM Junk Removal and Rental specializes in junk removal and dumpster rental, making us the go-to company for Bealeton and surrounding communities' waste removal needs.... more
Smith Helpful Hands
Smith Helpful Hands is a small, family-owned company with experience in handling a wide range of projects, including junk/debris removal, cleaning, and light demolition... more
2 Guys Junk Removal
2 Guys Junk Removal is a family owned and operated business serving Reston, VA and surrounding areas. We are equipped to handle a wide range of... more
Handyman Dumpster Service
Handyman Dumpster Service is a locally owned and operated roll-off dumpster company also offering junk removal services. We are based out of Manassas and serve... more
MA Junk Removal & Cleaning Service
Founded in 2006, MA Junk Removal & Cleaning Service is your local, experienced junk removal solution. We proudly serve DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia homeowners and businesses.... more
Waters Junk Removal/Hauling Service
Waters Junk Removal is committed to achieving complete customer satisfaction on every job! We are a locally owned and operated junk removal and light demolition... more
Junk Removal Tips for Warrenton, VA
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.