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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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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.
How our service works
In just 4 easy steps, you can reclaim your space, ready for endless possibilities.
Schedule appointment
- Book online or call us
- No deposit required
- Same-day service available
Get in-person estimate
- Two-person team
- Two-hour arrival window
- No obligation to proceed with the service
Watch us get to work
- Zero preparation needed
- We do all the heavy lifting
- We sweep up after
Responsible disposal
- Donation drop-off to local charities
- Recycling taken to local facilities
- We take care of all collecting and sorting
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.
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
Why choose us?
We provide fast, full-service junk removal to keep your home clutter-free.
Convenience
We offer same-day service and flexible scheduling to fit your busy lifestyle.
Two-person team
A professional, licensed, and insured two-person team will arrive at your home in uniform, ready to handle all your junk removal needs.
No heavy lifting
We’ll handle all the lifting and loading, and even sweep up when we’re done, leaving your space spotless.
Free, no-obligation estimates
To make sure you get the most accurate price possible, we provide in-person estimates at your convenience.
Peace of mind
We give old items a new life by recycling the recyclables and donating the donatables to keep as much as possible out of the landfill.
24/7 phone support
Our customer service team is available 24/7 to answer any questions.
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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Real customer reviews, typos and all ;)
Markel and Will came out and were amazing! They helped get rid of some hard stuff that we had trouble moving. They were super friendly and very professional and we would love for them to come back and help again when we need to get rid of some more junk in the future.
Antonio and Kevin were great to work with! They came out on a cold snowy evening and were so professional and kind! They were quick and hauled away items from our basement and other yard items. We were calling places to compare prices and they were the most responsive and fair company!
I needed some stuff picked up late on a Friday and 1-800-GOT-JUNK was able to make it happen in less than an hour. Holly showed up and loaded the truck up in no time at all. If you need something picked up with no hassle, give them a call.
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.
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
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!
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.