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Junk removal in Athens, AL

Junk removal in Athens, AL costs a median $225 for a half truckload, based on prices 3 local companies publish (checked November 4, 2026). 41 junk removal companies serve Athens; 6 are based within 10 miles. Their average Google rating is 5.0 across 34 rated companies.

Bulk trash pickup in Athens: Athens collects bulk trash such as large household items, furniture and appliances. Pickup is limited to 4 cubic yards per week, with an additional charge for anything over that limit, paid before collection. Bulk items should be kept at least 3 feet from any object.

CostExtra charge over the 4 cubic yard limit, paid before collection
Limits4 cubic yards per week; keep items 3 ft from other objects
Source: athensalabama.us · checked · AI-assisted summary of the city's page; confirm details with the city
Data as of · Sources: Google Maps listings (ratings, review counts, hours), company websites (prices, services) · Methodology
Companies serving
41
Based in Athens
3
Within 10 miles
6
Avg. Google rating
5.0
Publish prices
4
Data as of

Junk removal companies serving Athens

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Getting rid of junk in Athens yourself

Bulk pickup rules are at the top of this page. The nearest drop-off sites, each from its own source, with the distance from Athens.

Landfills

  • Decatur Landfill · 13 mi
    500 Landfill Dr, Trinity, AL 35673
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  • Republic Services Morris Farm Landfill · 17 mi
    4 Co Rd 418, Hillsboro, AL 35643
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  • Solid Waste Disposal Authority Huntsville Waste to Energy Facility · 21 mi
    5251 SW Triana Blvd, Huntsville, AL 35805
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Transfer stations

  • Republic Services of Athens Transfer Station · 8 mi
    16100 Bfi Ln, Athens, AL 35611
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  • Huntsville Transfer Station · 12 mi
    4583 Pryor Rd, Madison, AL 35756
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  • Southwest Lincoln County Convenience Center · 22 mi
    21 Henry Thompson Rd, Taft, TN 38488
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Donation drop-offs

  • Habitat For Humanity ReStore · 13 mi
    1123 Central Pkwy SW, Decatur, AL 35601
    Website
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  • Habitat ReStore · 21 mi
    400 Pratt Ave NW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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Junk removal prices in Athens

As published on 4 companies' own websites, checked November 4, 2026. Medians need at least 3 companies; final prices depend on volume and access.

Published junk removal prices in Athens
ItemMedianRangeCompanies
Minimum charge2 companies: $100–$150—2
Single item1 company: $75—1
1/4 truck load1 company: $150—1
Half truck load$225$98–$3503
3/4 truck load1 company: $325—1
Full truck load1 company: $188—1

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Dumpster rentals serving Athens (30)

These companies rent roll-off dumpsters you load yourself; they don't haul junk away for you, so they aren't in the list above.

Junk removal in Athens: questions

How many junk removal companies serve Athens, AL?

41 junk removal companies serve Athens, counting companies within their service radius of the city and companies that list Athens as a service area. 3 are based in Athens itself, and 6 are based within 10 miles. 1 is a franchise location (1-800-GOT-JUNK?); the rest are independent.

Which junk removal companies near Athens have the best Google ratings?

Among companies within 15 miles with at least 20 Google reviews, the highest rated are We Chunk Junk (5.0 stars, 588 reviews), 1-800-GOT-JUNK? Huntsville (5.0 stars, 330 reviews) and JunkTruk Junk Removal (5.0 stars, 132 reviews). Ratings and review counts are Google's, checked on the date shown on this page.

How much does junk removal cost in Athens?

4 of the companies serving Athens publish prices on their own websites. Median published prices: $225 half truckload (3 companies). Final prices depend on volume and access, so get 2–3 quotes.

Can I get same-day junk removal in Athens?

14 companies serving Athens say on their website that they offer same-day service. Use the "Same-day" filter above to see them.

Are any junk removal companies in Athens open on Sundays?

22 of the 41 companies list Sunday hours on Google, and 5 list themselves as open 24 hours (often meaning phones are answered around the clock). Use the "Open now" filter to see who is open right now.

Which junk removal companies in Athens donate or recycle?

13 companies serving Athens say they donate usable items or recycle. Use the "Donates / recycles" filter.

Does Athens pick up bulk trash?

Athens collects bulk trash such as large household items, furniture and appliances. Pickup is limited to 4 cubic yards per week, with an additional charge for anything over that limit, paid before collection. Bulk items should be kept at least 3 feet from any object. (Source: https://www.athensalabama.us/217/Sanitation.)

Is junk removal or a dumpster rental better in Athens?

Junk removal crews do the lifting and haul everything away in one visit; a dumpster rental suits multi-day projects you load yourself. 30 dumpster-rental-only companies also serve Athens; they're listed separately below.

Junk removal near Athens

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