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Skip the heavy lifting and the driveway eyesore—our full-service team loads and hauls your junk away today, no dumpster or permits required.

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4.98 Average Rating
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The effortless way to clear large-scale clutter

Whether you’re renovating, downsizing, or tackling a full estate cleanout, a dumpster rental might seem like a simple fix. In reality, it often becomes a major hassle—dumpsters take up valuable space on your property for weeks, frequently require city permits, and leave you stuck with all the back-breaking labor. Instead of spending your weekend loading a heavy bin, let 1-800-GOT-JUNK? provide a fast, full-service solution that clears the mess instantly.

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Junk removal vs. dumpster rental: Why 1-800-GOT-JUNK? is different

The main difference is simple: with us, you do less. Dumpster rentals require you to haul everything to the curb yourself, but our team handles all the heavy lifting from exactly where your items sit. We also accept items many dumpster companies won't—like appliances, electronics, and organic waste—and haul them away the same day.

Best of all, our volume-based pricing is often comparable to the total cost of a rental. Check out our comparison guide or pricing details to see the value. We’re in your neighborhood—find a location near you.

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How our pricing works

We charge by volume, which is how much space your items take up in the truck. We have a minimum charge for very small loads; from there, prices go from 1/8th of a truck up to a full truckload. We also have special pricing if you only have one single item. We can give you an exact price once we see the items in person.

Our prices include everything

  • Junk removal from anywhere—no need to move items out
  • Our friendly teams, who are fully licensed and insured
  • All lifting, loading, and cleanup
  • Disposal and environmental fees

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Why choose us?

We provide fast, full-service junk removal to keep your home clutter-free.

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Dumpster rental alternative

Let us do the heavy lifting, or leave it outside for us. You choose what works best for your schedule. 

Five stars
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4.98 Average Rating
Based on 732,000+ verified customer reviews
Five stars
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4.98 Average Rating
Based on 732,000+ verified customer reviews

Reclaim your space without the hassle

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Need us to carry that heavy sectional down three flights of stairs? Choose Full service in-home removal and let our friendly team do all the heavy lifting.

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Looking for an easy, budget-friendly option and happy to move it outside yourself? Try Flex—leave your couch outside, and we’ll clear it away while you’re out.



What’s the right service for you?

Reclaim your space, ready for endless possibilities.

Full service

Clear pricing based on how much truck space you use
We take items from anywhere—all you do is point
Free, no-obligation in-person estimate
Only pay after your space is completely cleared
Same-day pickup available

Flex service

Built for quick 1–4 item
pickups
Leave items outside—we take them while you're out
Instant, guaranteed price online in seconds
Secure, upfront online payment
Next-day pickup available

How our pricing works

We charge by volume, which is how much space your items take up in the truck. We have a minimum charge for very small loads; from there, prices go from 1/8th of a truck up to a full truckload. We also have special pricing if you only have one single item or if you're happy to move your items outside.

Your price includes everything—removal, cleanup, and any disposal or environmental fees.

‍Learn more about junk removal pricing >

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Why choose us?

We provide fast and easy junk removal to keep your home clutter-free.

Frequently asked questions

Does a dumpster rental require a permit?

In many areas you need a permit to place a dumpster on the street outside of your home. These permits cost money and take time to obtain. And if you live in an apartment building or a housing complex with no direct access to the street, a dumpster might not fit or be allowed by your building.

How much does it cost to rent a dumpster?

Dumpster rental prices can vary. There are several factors that affect the price, including:

  • Where you are located
  • How long you need the rental for
  • How much junk you have
  • What type of junk you have

These factors can be hard to estimate before you haul your junk away, meaning there’s no real way to figure out the exact rental cost. The following are average price ranges for dumpster rentals:

  • Average cost (National): $363
  • Minimum cost: $200
  • Maximum cost: $800
  • Average price range (National): $279 - $487

Are dumpster rentals expensive?

Yes, dumpster rentals can often end up being more expensive than you think. Not only do you pay for the dumpster rental itself, you’ll also be charged a disposal fee based on the weight of the junk you put into it. Since it’s hard to estimate how much your stuff will weigh before you put it in, this cost can end up being more expensive than you anticipated. Rental companies also frequently charge based on the duration of the rental, which can add up quickly depending on the size of your job!

Do I need to load it myself?

Yes, when you work with a dumpster rental company, you have to do all the heavy lifting yourself. That’s a tough job for anyone, especially if you have larger items to lift. And if the rental company has restrictions on what you can actually place in the dumpster, you may end up not getting rid of everything.

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Quick and easy junk removal, arrived promptly for my 6:30pm appt time and cleared all my stuff within an hour! Offered to help move items to my car or stay later to help clean my apt. Made the removal of my couch, box springs, dining table, and TV stand a breeze.

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Hailey Sanidad

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Deandre and Justin E are so friendly and know what they are doing! They definitely made the process of removing my mattress and box spring a breeze. I have used this company before and have always been so happy with the end result. Thanks so much for removing my junk.

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Kristy B

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Latjhor and David were exceptional at moving out a bed frame from my apartment complex. They were very professional, full service to move everything, and got it all done in less than half an hour! HIGHLY recommend their service for any furniture removal needs!!

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Does a dumpster rental require a permit?

In many areas you need a permit to place a dumpster on the street outside of your home. These permits cost money and take time to obtain. And if you live in an apartment building or a housing complex with no direct access to the street, a dumpster might not fit or be allowed by your building.

How much does it cost to rent a dumpster?

Dumpster rental prices can vary. There are several factors that affect the price, including:

  • Where you are located
  • How long you need the rental for
  • How much junk you have
  • What type of junk you have

These factors can be hard to estimate before you haul your junk away, meaning there’s no real way to figure out the exact rental cost. The following are average price ranges for dumpster rentals:

  • Average cost (National): $363
  • Minimum cost: $200
  • Maximum cost: $800
  • Average price range (National): $279 - $487
Are dumpster rentals expensive?

Yes, dumpster rentals can often end up being more expensive than you think. Not only do you pay for the dumpster rental itself, you’ll also be charged a disposal fee based on the weight of the junk you put into it. Since it’s hard to estimate how much your stuff will weigh before you put it in, this cost can end up being more expensive than you anticipated. Rental companies also frequently charge based on the duration of the rental, which can add up quickly depending on the size of your job!

Do I need to load it myself?

Yes, when you work with a dumpster rental company, you have to do all the heavy lifting yourself. That’s a tough job for anyone, especially if you have larger items to lift. And if the rental company has restrictions on what you can actually place in the dumpster, you may end up not getting rid of everything.

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