How much should you charge for junk removal?
Junk removal is almost always priced by volume, how much of the truck the load fills. Here are the typical ranges and what to factor in.
Most junk removal businesses price by the fraction of a truckload, with a single-item minimum. Dump fees and heavy items like appliances usually add to the price.
Typical prices
| Load size | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Single item | $75 – $150 |
| Quarter truckload | $100 – $200 |
| Half truckload | $250 – $400 |
| Full truckload | $400 – $800 |
| Appliance / heavy item | $60 – $150 each |
These are general ranges reported across the US, not a quote. Your prices depend on your market, your costs and the specific job. Always price to cover your own numbers.
What affects the price
- How much space the load fills
- Dump and recycling fees
- Heavy or hazardous items
- Stairs, distance and labor
- Your local disposal costs
How to set your own price
Ranges are a starting point, but the only price that matters is one that covers your pay, your costs and a profit. Use the free hourly rate calculator to work out what you actually need to charge, then save your rates so every quote uses them automatically.
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