The Only Junk Removal Company That Pays You Back
Junk Removal Pricing
Starting at $100/hr — That's It
One rate. Everything included. Your valuable items earn you money back. Here's exactly how it works — no fine print, no gotchas.
Three Junk Removal Plans With Dump Fees Included
Pick Your Crew — starting at $100/hr, $150/hr, or $200/hr Emergency
1 person crew for small jobs, 2 person crew for most work, or emergency same-day for last-minute deadlines. Every plan includes dump fees and 50% Resale Credit (when applicable). See all 34 services these plans cover.
1 Person Crew
$100
per hour
- ✓1 hour minimum
- ✓1 crew member
- ✓Dump fees included (an industry first)
- ✓Same-day available
- ✓50% Resale Credit (when applicable)
- ✓Ideal for small jobs
- ✓Single items & light loads
2 Person Crew
$250
per hour
- ✓1 hour minimum
- ✓2 crew members
- ✓Dump fees included (an industry first)
- ✓Same-day available
- ✓50% Resale Credit (when applicable)
- ✓Most popular option
- ✓Heavy items no problem
- ✓Full cleanouts & estates
Emergency Same-Day
$200
per person / per hour
- ✓No minimum wait
- ✓Crew size based on job
- ✓Dump fees included (an industry first)
- ✓Guaranteed 2-hour arrival
- ✓50% Resale Credit (when applicable)
- ✓Priority dispatch
- ✓Evenings & weekends
- ✓Last-minute moves & deadlines
Our pricing is straightforward. $100/hr for a 1-person crew. $250/hr for a 2-person crew. $200/person/hr for emergency same-day. Not $100 plus a fuel surcharge. Not $100 plus dump fees. Not $100 base with a $50 "heavy item fee" when we pick up your fridge. Our crew pulls up, works the job, and the clock runs at your hourly rate from the moment they start loading until they finish the walkthrough. If it takes 47 minutes, you pay the 1 hour minimum. If it takes 2 hours and 15 minutes with a 1-person crew, you pay $225. Simple.
This is the opposite of how companies like 1-800-GOT-JUNK price things. They look at your stuff, estimate how much truck space it'll take, and quote you $200-$800. You have no way to verify their volume estimate — and they have every reason to round up. Our model? You watch the clock. There's nothing to estimate, nothing to dispute, nothing to game. Time is time.
How the 50% Resale Credit (when applicable) Reduces Your Bill
50% Resale Credit (when applicable) — Your Stuff Has Value and You Deserve a Cut
Every other junk company takes your items and resells the good ones for profit. We split the value with you — 50/50. Here's how the appraisal works, what items qualify, and why this saves you money on every service we offer.
As our crew loads your items, they're trained to spot value. Not just the obvious stuff — yes, your Pottery Barn dining table has value. But so does that DeWalt drill in the junk drawer, the working dishwasher you're replacing, and the Bowflex in the corner of the basement. Our crew knows what sells in your local market because they live here and do this every day.
When they find something with value, they appraise it right there — not in a warehouse later, not behind closed doors. You see the item, you see the comparable sales data, you see the appraised value, and you approve the credit before it goes on your invoice. 50% of the appraised value comes off your bill. A $400 leather sofa = $200 credit. A $300 working fridge = $150 credit. A $200 set of power tools = $100 credit. Credits stack — the more valuable stuff in your cleanout, the less you pay.
If your credits add up to more than the hours your crew worked, we don't just zero out the bill. We hand you a check or send you a digital payment — right there, same day. This happens more than you'd think, especially on estate cleanouts and office cleanouts where the density of valuable items is high.
Real Junk Removal Jobs and What They Actually Cost
Junk Removal Cost Examples — See the Math on Real Customer Jobs
These aren't made-up scenarios. These are based on actual jobs our crews handle every week. Garage cleanouts, estate clearing, furniture pickup — here's what customers actually pay after credits.
Garage Cleanout
Austin, TX
Other companies quoted $450 for the same job
Estate Cleanout
Brooklyn, NY
Other companies quoted $3,500+ and kept all resale value
The garage cleanout is one of our most common jobs — 2 hours of work, a handful of items with resale value, and the customer walks away paying $20 for a job that flat-rate companies quote at $350-$500. The estate cleanout shows what happens when a property is full of quality items — the family didn't just avoid a $2,000+ bill, they received a $750 check. That's a $2,750 swing compared to calling 1-800-GOT-JUNK.
Even on jobs with zero resale value — pure junk, broken items, construction debris, yard waste — our starting at $100/hr rate is still competitive or cheaper than flat-rate pricing. A 1-hour job costs $100. A 2-hour job costs $200. Try getting a flat-rate company to clear the same amount for that price. The math always works in your favor.
Estimated Junk Removal Cost by Service Type
How Much Does Junk Removal Cost? — Estimated Pricing for Every Service
Based on our average job times and typical resale credits across thousands of jobs. Actual cost depends on volume, item value, and crew size. All estimates assume 50% Resale Credit (when applicable) applied. View all 34 services.
Residential Cleanout Pricing
| Service | Avg Time | Crew | Before Credit | Avg Credit | You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Service Junk Removal | 1.5–3 hrs | 1–2 person | $150–$750 | $50–$300 | $100–$450 |
| Garage Cleanout | 2–3 hrs | 2 person | $500–$750 | $100–$350 | $150–$500 |
| Basement Cleanout | 2–4 hrs | 2 person | $500–$1,000 | $100–$400 | $200–$600 |
| Attic Cleanout | 1.5–3 hrs | 2 person | $375–$750 | $50–$200 | $175–$550 |
| Estate Cleanout | 4–8 hrs | 2 person | $1,000–$2,000 | $500–$2,000+ | $0–$1,000* |
| Hoarder Cleanout | 6–12 hrs | 2 person | $1,500–$3,000 | $200–$800 | $700–$2,200 |
| Storage Unit Cleanout | 1–2 hrs | 1–2 person | $100–$500 | $50–$200 | $50–$300 |
* Estate cleanouts frequently result in payouts to the customer when item credits exceed the bill.
Single Item & Specialty Removal Pricing
| Service | Avg Time | Crew | Before Credit | Avg Credit | You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furniture Removal | 1 hr | 1–2 person | $100–$250 | $50–$200 | $50–$100 |
| Appliance Removal | 1 hr | 1–2 person | $100–$250 | $75–$250 | $0–$100* |
| Mattress Removal | 1 hr | 1 person | $100 | $0–$50 | $50–$100 |
| Refrigerator Removal | 1 hr | 1–2 person | $100–$250 | $100–$300 | $0–$100* |
| TV & Electronics | 1 hr | 1 person | $100 | $25–$200 | $0–$75 |
| Exercise Equipment | 1 hr | 1–2 person | $100–$250 | $50–$500 | $0–$100* |
| Piano Removal | 1–2 hrs | 2 person | $250–$500 | $50–$500 | $0–$400 |
| Hot Tub Removal | 2–4 hrs | 2 person | $500–$1,000 | $0 | $500–$1,000 |
| Pool Table Removal | 1.5–2 hrs | 2 person | $375–$500 | $50–$300 | $75–$450 |
| Tire Removal | 1 hr | 1 person | $100 | $0 | $100 |
* Working appliances and quality equipment frequently generate credits that cover the entire bill.
Structure Demolition & Removal Pricing
| Service | Avg Time | Crew | Before Credit | Avg Credit | You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shed Removal | 2–4 hrs | 2 person | $500–$1,000 | $0–$50 | $450–$1,000 |
| Fence Removal | 2–4 hrs | 2 person | $500–$1,000 | $25–$100 | $400–$975 |
| Deck Removal | 3–6 hrs | 2 person | $750–$1,500 | $0–$50 | $700–$1,500 |
| Trampoline Removal | 1–2 hrs | 1–2 person | $100–$500 | $0–$25 | $75–$500 |
Construction & Specialty Removal Pricing
| Service | Avg Time | Crew | Before Credit | Avg Credit | You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction Debris | 1–3 hrs | 1–2 person | $100–$750 | $0–$50 | $100–$700 |
| Renovation Waste | 1–3 hrs | 1–2 person | $100–$750 | $25–$150 | $75–$600 |
| Yard Waste | 1–2 hrs | 1–2 person | $100–$500 | $0–$25 | $75–$500 |
| Carpet & Flooring | 2–4 hrs | 2 person | $500–$1,000 | $0–$200 | $300–$1,000 |
| Scrap Metal | 1–2 hrs | 1–2 person | $100–$500 | $50–$300 | $0–$300* |
* Scrap metal jobs with high copper/aluminum content regularly result in credits exceeding the bill.
Commercial Junk Removal Pricing
| Service | Avg Time | Crew | Before Credit | Avg Credit | You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Office Cleanout | 4–10 hrs | 2 person | $1,000–$2,500 | $500–$5,000+ | $0–$1,500* |
| Foreclosure Cleanout | 2–4 hrs | 2 person | $500–$1,000 | $100–$500 | $200–$700 |
| Retail Cleanout | 3–6 hrs | 2 person | $750–$1,500 | $200–$800 | $200–$1,000 |
| Warehouse Cleanout | 6–12 hrs | 2 person | $1,500–$3,000 | $300–$1,500 | $500–$2,000 |
| Hotel Cleanout | 4–8 hrs | 2 person | $1,000–$2,000 | $300–$1,000 | $300–$1,200 |
| Property Management | 1–3 hrs | 1–2 person | $100–$750 | $50–$300 | $50–$450 |
| Church / Nonprofit | 3–6 hrs | 2 person | $750–$1,500 | $200–$800 | $200–$1,000 |
| School / University | 4–8 hrs | 2 person | $1,000–$2,000 | $300–$1,200 | $200–$1,200 |
* Office cleanouts with quality furniture (Herman Miller, Steelcase) regularly result in payouts to the business.
All estimates are based on the 1 person crew rate of starting at $100/hr or 2 person crew rate of $250/hr. Emergency same-day pricing is $200/person/hr. Actual costs vary by volume, weight, access, and the resale value of your specific items. The "Avg Credit" column reflects what typical customers receive in 50% Resale Credit (when applicable)s — your actual credit depends on what items you have and their condition. Book now or text us for a quick estimate based on your specific job.
Important Pricing Details and Weight Limits
Rate Stipulations — What's Included, Weight Limits, and Fine Print
We keep it simple, but there are a few things to know about each rate. Read this before you book so there are zero surprises on the day of your pickup.
1 Person Crew — starting at $100/hr
- •1 hour minimum
- •Single items up to 150 lbs
- •Best for: furniture, electronics, small cleanouts, single appliances
- •Items over 150 lbs require 2 person crew
- •Standard scheduling — same-day when available
- •Includes 1 truck load
2 Person Crew — $250/hr
- •1 hour minimum
- •Items up to 500 lbs (pianos, safes, hot tubs)
- •Best for: full cleanouts, estates, heavy items, demolition
- •Items over 500 lbs — call for custom quote
- •Standard scheduling — same-day when available
- •Includes up to 2 truck loads
- •Stair carries, tight access, and disassembly included
Emergency Same-Day — $200/person/hr
- •1 hour minimum per person
- •Guaranteed arrival within 2 hours
- •Crew size matched to job (1–3 people)
- •Same weight limits as standard crews
- •Available evenings, weekends, holidays
- •Best for: move-out deadlines, evictions, last-minute closings
- •All dump fees and resale credits still apply
Weight limits: Our 1 person crew handles items up to 150 lbs — that covers most furniture, appliances, and electronics. For items 150–500 lbs (pianos, safes, cast iron tubs, commercial equipment), the 2 person crew is required. Items over 500 lbs need a custom quote — call us and we'll figure out the best approach.
Truck loads: The 1 person crew rate includes 1 truck load per job. The 2 person crew includes up to 2 loads. If your job requires additional loads beyond what's included, we continue at the same hourly rate — no surcharge. We'll let you know before starting a second trip so there are no surprises.
Time billing: We bill in 15-minute increments after the first hour minimum. A job that takes 1 hour and 10 minutes is billed as 1.25 hours. We round to the nearest 15 minutes — never up to the next full hour. The clock starts when we begin loading and stops when we complete the final walkthrough.
Hazardous Materials and Items We Cannot Remove
What's Not Included — Items We Can't Haul
We take almost everything, but federal and state regulations prohibit us from handling certain hazardous materials. Here's what we can't remove — and where to take it instead. For everything else, we've got you covered.
We Cannot Remove
- ✕Hazardous chemicals & solvents — paint thinner, acetone, acids, pesticides, pool chemicals
- ✕Asbestos-containing materials — requires licensed abatement contractor
- ✕Wet paint & lacquers — dried/solidified paint cans are OK
- ✕Biological & medical waste — blood, needles, pharmaceuticals, biohazard materials
- ✕Oil drums & fuel tanks — above-ground and underground storage tanks
- ✕Full propane tanks — empty tanks are OK
- ✕Ammunition & explosives — fireworks, flares, gunpowder
- ✕Compressed gas cylinders — oxygen, acetylene, nitrogen (empty tanks OK)
- ✕Radioactive materials — smoke detectors in small quantities are OK
Where to Dispose of Hazardous Items
- →Household chemicals & paint — your local HHW (Household Hazardous Waste) collection center. Most counties offer free drop-off days.
- →Asbestos — contact a licensed asbestos abatement contractor. Required by law in all 50 states.
- →Medical waste — contact your local health department or use a licensed medical waste hauler.
- →Propane tanks — many hardware stores and propane dealers accept empties for exchange or recycling.
- →Ammunition — contact your local police department for safe disposal options.
- →Not sure? Call us at (888) 831-3001. We'll tell you if we can take it or point you to the right resource.
If you're not sure whether an item qualifies, just ask. Our crew will identify any items we can't take during the walkthrough and let you know before work begins. We'll never charge you for items we can't remove. And for everything that's not on the hazardous list — furniture, appliances, construction debris, yard waste, electronics, and everything else — we handle it all.
Junk Removal Price Comparison — Us vs Everyone Else
Why starting at $100/hr Beats Volume-Based Pricing Every Single Time
The junk removal industry has a dirty secret: they've been charging you for the service AND keeping 35%+ of your items to resell for profit. Here's the math on why our model always wins — and why theirs was never fair to begin with.
Every junk removal company in America — 1-800-GOT-JUNK, Junk King, College Hunks, every local hauler — runs the same play. They charge you $200-$800 per truckload, haul everything away, then sort through your items at their facility. 35% or more of what they took from you gets resold for profit. Your working fridge, your quality furniture, your power tools — they charged you to take these items and then sold them. You got nothing. They got paid twice. This has been the industry standard for decades, and nobody talked about it until we came along.
Let's break down a real scenario. You've got a garage full of stuff — old furniture, tools, a working fridge, some electronics, and general junk. A flat-rate company shows up, eyeballs it, and says "that's about three-quarters of a truck — $550." You can't argue with their estimate because it's their truck and their judgment. They load it all, drive away, and sell your fridge for $400, your tools for $300, and your furniture for $500. Their take: $550 removal fee + $1,200 in resale = $1,750. Your take: -$550.
Same garage, same stuff, you call us instead. Our crew takes 2 hours = $200. They appraise the fridge ($400 resale, $200 credit to you), the tools ($300, $150 credit), the furniture ($500, $250 credit). Your credits: $600. Your bill: $200 - $600 = we pay you $400. Your take: +$400. That's a $950 swing on the exact same job.
Even when there's nothing valuable — pure construction debris, yard waste, broken items — 2 hours starting at $100/hr ($200) beats a flat-rate quote of $350-$500 for the same volume. There is literally no scenario where the other model is cheaper.
Items That Earn You Money Back During Junk Removal
What Items Earn Resale Credit — And How Much They're Worth
Not everything has resale value, but you'd be surprised how much of your "junk" is actually worth money. Here's what our crews look for during every junk removal job — and what it typically earns you in your local market.
Furniture ($50-$2,000+ resale): Solid wood dressers, dining sets, desks, bed frames, bookshelves, leather couches. Brand names like Pottery Barn, West Elm, Restoration Hardware, and Ethan Allen hold 30-60% of retail value. Even mid-range stuff in good condition has buyers. Your credit: 50% of resale = $25-$1,000+ per piece.
Appliances ($75-$600+ resale): Working fridges, washers, dryers, ovens, dishwashers. Stainless steel commands higher prices. Landlords and flippers are always buying. A working Samsung fridge is worth $300-$600 — that's $150-$300 back to you.
Electronics ($25-$800+ resale): Flat screen TVs under 5 years, gaming consoles, computers, monitors, audio equipment. Apple products hold value exceptionally well.
Tools ($25-$500+ resale): DeWalt, Milwaukee, Makita power tools hold 40-70% of retail for years. Full tool sets, shop equipment, and lawn equipment all have active buyers in your area.
Everything else: Exercise equipment (Pelotons hold $500+), musical instruments, outdoor furniture, grills, bikes, antiques, collectibles — if it has a buyer, you get credit.
No credit (still removed): Broken furniture, stained mattresses, construction debris, yard waste, household trash. These still get hauled as part of your starting at $100/hr — they just don't generate credit.
Zero Hidden Fees, Zero Contracts, Zero Surprises
No Hidden Junk Removal Fees — What We Quote Is What You Pay
We don't do surcharges, add-ons, or "oh we forgot to mention" line items. Here's every fee that doesn't exist when you book with us — and why other companies charge them.
No dump fees: Included. Transfer station costs, landfill fees, recycling fees — all baked into the starting at $100/hr.
No heavy item surcharge: Fridges, pianos, safes, hot tubs — same rate. Other companies charge $50-$200 extra for heavy items.
No stair fee: Third-floor walkup? Basement? Attic with a pull-down ladder? Same starting at $100/hr.
No distance fee: Doesn't matter if the dump is 5 miles or 30 miles from your house.
No minimum truck load: Got one lamp and a bag of clothes? $100 for the 1 hour minimum. Other companies won't show up for less than a quarter-truck fee of $150-$250.
No contracts: Every job is standalone. No recurring charges, no subscriptions, no cancellation penalties. Call us when you need us. That's it.
No weekend/holiday markup: Saturday morning? Sunday afternoon? Fourth of July? Same starting at $100/hr. We work 7AM-8PM, 7 days a week, 365 days a year at the same rate.
Same starting at $100/hr Rate in Every City We Serve
Junk Removal Pricing in 900++ Cities — Same Rate, Local Crew, Every Time
Whether you're in New York or Nebraska, LA or Little Rock — the rate is starting at $100/hr. Your local crew knows your area, your dump sites, your resale market. Same pricing, local execution. Find your city on our locations page.
We don't charge more in expensive markets or less in rural areas. starting at $100/hr everywhere. What does vary is your crew's local knowledge — they know which items sell best in your market, which recycling centers are closest, which charities accept donations in your area. That local expertise means faster jobs and more accurate appraisals, which means lower bills and higher credits for you.
Same-day booking available in most cities for calls placed before noon. Book online or call (888) 831-3001. We'll confirm pricing, explain the 1 hour minimum, and schedule your pickup. That's it — no sales pitch, no upsell, no "let me put you on hold while I check with my manager."
starting at $100/hr. Dump Fees Included. 50% Resale Credit (when applicable). Book Now.
Same-day available. No hidden fees. No contracts. Your stuff has value — let us prove it.