Average Waste & Junk Removal Costs

Difference Between Junk, Waste and Trash Services

It’s important to understand the difference between “junk”, “waste” and “trash.” Prices and professionals differ a bit between them.

Junk Removal Rates by Brand

Average Cost to Haul Away Junk

It’ll cost anywhere from $60 to $800 to haul away junk. Most people spend $200 to $300. Since companies charge a minimum of $60 to $150 with each additional item only tacking on $20 to $40, it’s cheapest to clean out the whole house at once. Most pros offer bulk pricing by the truckload, but a few itemize the load.

Junk waste removal usually involves the removal of large items (e.g., appliances, tires, pianos, etc.) that will require two or more people to haul away to a landfill or other specified location.

Usually, a professional will look at everything and determine a final price based on what you have, how far they must haul it and any dumping fees involved.

Refrigerator Removal & Disposal Cost

Refrigerator removal costs $50 to $150 per unit. Since large appliances like freezers and refrigerators contain freon gas, they cannot be thrown away without posing a threat to the ozone layer. You’ll need to hire a waste removal service.

Other Major Appliances

Having a major appliance hauled away costs an average of $100. But it might range from $60 to $130. If you have a few to get rid of, each additional piece only adds $30 on average.

Consider donating appliances that still work or asking to have them recycled. Most junk removal companies recycle the majority of what they pick up.

Furniture, Mattresses and other Household Item Removal

Furniture removal costs anywhere from $100-$600. Typically, you’ll pay a minimum of $75 to $150.

Consider donating any usable furniture to secondhand shops like Goodwill or the Salvation Army. Pick up a tax-deductible receipt when you do it.

Piano Disposal Cost

Getting rid of a piano costs about $200 to $300, depending on the type of piano and any difficulty involved in getting it out of the home.

If it’s fixable, consider donating it to a musical charity in your area. Moving the piano costs $250 to $600, but if it’s for donation, it’s probably tax deductible.

Hot Tub Disposal Cost

To remove a hot tub, you’ll pay $300 to $600 depending on how big it is and how hard it is to remove. To save yourself a little cash, you can always break it down and move it curbside for easy pickup.

Tire Removal

Tire removal costs $5 to $15 per tire if you drop them off at a recycler or tire shop. If you hire a junk removal company, they’ll charge a minimum of $60. Part of that is a tire disposal fee charged by states ranging from $0.25 to $2.00 per tire. Almost all tires get recycled, but it never hurts to ask.

• With rims: $10-$15 per tire.
• Without rims: $5-$10 per tire.

Construction Rubbish or Debris & Shed Removal Cost

Construction debris costs $100 to $800 to remove depending on how much you have. Most landfills take this without any extra charge. It’s a good idea to ask your general contractor if they’ll take care of this as part of your overall project.

Junk Removal Prices Near You

Yard Debris Removal & Hauling Services Prices

Most yard debris removal costs $200 to $550 to clean up and haul away. For curbside pickup, where you’ve already piled it up, expect to pay $50 to $100 per load. Do not burn yard waste.

Tree Debris Removal Cost

Tree debris removal costs $50 to $100, but it’s usually part of total tree removal costs of $400 to $2,000. Unless you want to keep it for firewood, in which case chopping it up adds $75. Never burn trees on your property without contacting your local fire department first.

Waste Removal Costs

Waste removal costs $50 to $500 or more. It takes a little more time and preparation than trash and junk removal because it involves anything from dangerous fluorescent bulbs to old latex paint and other harmful chemicals.

The price of waste removal will vary greatly, depending on which of the following categories it falls into:

• Electronic: $10-$100. Includes anything electronic from computers to your old TV.
• Garbage & Solid: $100-$350. Trash, garbage and household clutter generally fall here.
• Hazardous: $50-$500. The professional removal of old latex paint, mercury or other chemicals will take careful preparation and specialty equipment.
  • Universal: this subset of hazardous waste varies in price but includes common items like batteries and florescent light bulbs. Some items vary by state but your landfill attendants or waste removal pros will know what counts.
• Composting: $70-$125. Anything organic, including yard and food waste.

Electronic Waste

You’ll spend anywhere from $10 to $100 or more for electronic waste. Fees vary pretty steeply depending on both where you live and what you’re tossing out. Many electronic components get recycled while others have materials harmful to the ground.

• TV: $10-100
• Computer: $15-$90

The low end of the range represents what it’ll run you to dump it yourself at the local landfill.

Monthly Cost of Trash Pickup & Residential Garbage Collection

You’ll pay $25 to $100 per month for residential trash and garbage collection services. You can get anywhere from a 20-gallon container up to a 96-gallon bin. Usually this fee comes as part of a larger utility bill that also includes water and sewage.

You may also have to pay a onetime setup fee of $30 to $50 when opting for a private company. Usually, making a trip to the dump to get rid of yard waste, appliances and smaller garbage loads is no big deal. But sometimes you need help with the bigger stuff.

Hazardous Waste Removal Cost

Hazardous waste removal runs anywhere from $50 to $500. Most junk removal services don’t take chemicals or hazardous products. You need to call your local garbage or waste collection company to address these.

• Refrigerant or freon removal and disposal: $50-$150. Freon and refrigerants both require special disposal. Some states require licensing to dispose of it properly.

• Latex paint: $5-$10 per gallon. Don’t just toss it in the garbage. You can take it to the landfill yourself where they’ll have a special area specifically for chemicals and paints.

• Fluorescent light bulbs: $0.10 to $0.50 per foot. They contain mercury, a hazardous waste. If you decide to upgrade your home to CFL and LED lighting, have a professional dispose of the old bulbs. Don’t throw them out with your trash.

Cost to Dump at a Landfill

If you have the time and a way to haul it, you can dump your own trash, furniture and hazardous waste at your local landfill for $20 to $50 per ton. In some locations, your local utility bill includes dumping free of charge.

Hoarding & Clean Out Services Pricing

Hoarding and clean out services run $1-$7 per square foot depending on the volume of junk and the degree of contamination. In some cases, you’ll need to hire mold professionals. Mold remediation costs $1,000 to $3,500.

Finding the Right Pro for Trash, Garbage, Junk or Waste

Most junk removal services charge either by type and size or by truckload. Additional charges may include fees for delivering waste to its proper place. This is because some items, such as paint, freezers, A/C units, fluorescents, etc., cannot be left in landfills.

Expect your waste removal professionals to:

• Sort and deliver everything to a landfill or other proper drop off.
• Clean your home, garage or landscape following the removal.
• Have a trained and experienced removal team.

Planning for Junk and Debris Removal

Waste removal services may offer bulk or itemized pricing, depending on the type of waste. Usually, a professional will look at everything and determine a final price based on the materials involved, the way the company charges (by truckload or by item) and your location in proximity to their company’s base and the landfill.

You can save some time (and maybe even a few dollars) by assembling everything together prior to pick up. And, you can take easily transported junk or waste to the landfill yourself.

FAQs

Is there a free junk haul away service near me?

Donate and sell useful items. Some secondhand organizations, like the Salvation Army, will haul junk away for free, if it’s usable. However, if it’s unusable, you’ll have to pay for it from a professional hauler.

How can I get rid of old appliances for free?

If they still work, donate working old appliances to places like Goodwill or a religious organization. They might even come pick it up.

What is the average cost of trash removal per month?

You’ll pay between $30 to $50 per month for trash removal services.

What do residential garbage collection services charge and what do they provide?

Residential garbage collection services charge $30 to $50 per month and pickup regular household trash and garbage.

How much does it cost for 1 800 GOT JUNK?

Depending on the area you live in and how much junk you have, it’ll cost anywhere from $100 to $900 for 1 800 GOT JUNK.

What does Waste Management charge?

Waste Management charges vary based on your area but expect junk removal to average $200 to $400.

How much does it cost to rent a dumpster for a day?

You’ll spend $40 to $70 per day for most dumpsters with a weekly minimum. Per week, dumpster rental costs $300 to $500.

How much should I charge for debris removal?

For debris removal, you should charge $100 minimum with a cap around $900 for a truckload, depending on your location.