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Junk removal in Washington, DC

Junk removal in Washington, DC costs a median $100 minimum and $329 for a half truckload, based on prices 18 local companies publish (checked November 4, 2026). 507 junk removal companies serve Washington; 118 are based within 10 miles. Their average Google rating is 4.9 across 412 rated companies.

Bulk trash pickup in Washington: Washington DC's Department of Public Works collects large, bulky items by appointment from households that receive DPW trash service: single-family homes and residential buildings with three or fewer units. Residents call 311 or use 311.dc.gov to book, then set items out where trash and recycling are collected between 6:30 p.m. the night before and 6:00 a.m. on the appointment day. No more than seven items are collected per appointment, and renovation materials such as bricks, concrete and dirt are not accepted. Without an appointment, items can be taken to the Fort Totten Transfer Station.

LimitsNo more than 7 items; homes and buildings with 3 or fewer units; no renovation materials
ScheduleBy appointment; set out 6:30 p.m. the night before to 6:00 a.m. the day of
How to requestCall 311 or use 311.dc.gov before putting items out
Source: dpw.dc.gov · 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
507
Based in Washington
79
Within 10 miles
118
Avg. Google rating
4.9
Publish prices
34
Data as of

Junk removal companies serving Washington

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Getting rid of junk in Washington 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 Washington.

Landfills

  • Dupree Disposal Service LLC · 10 mi
    8218 Grey Eagle Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
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    Source: google.com · checked
  • Prince George's County Landfill · 12 mi
    11611 White House Rd, Largo, MD 20774
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  • Missouri Avenue Solid Waste Acceptance and Recycling Center · 16 mi
    12701 Missouri Ave, Brandywine, MD 20613
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Transfer stations

  • FortTotten Solid Waste Disposal Transfer Station · 3 mi
    4900 John McCormack Rd NE, Washington, DC 20011
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  • Republic Services Capitol Heights Transfer Station · 9 mi
    300 Ritchie Rd, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
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  • Montgomery County Shady Grove Transfer Station and Recycling Center · 17 mi
    16101 Frederick Rd, Derwood, MD 20855
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Donation drop-offs

  • Habitat For Humanity Restore · 10 mi
    869 S Pickett St, Alexandria, VA 22304
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  • Habitat for Humanity Rockville ReStore · 15 mi
    515 Dover Rd, Rockville, MD 20850
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  • Habitat for Humanity Columbia ReStore · 21 mi
    9525 Berger Rd, Columbia, MD 21046
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Junk removal prices in Washington

As published on 34 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 Washington
ItemMedianRangeCompanies
Minimum charge$100$50–$15018
Single item$95$75–$15010
1/8 truck load2 companies: $129–$175—2
1/4 truck load$229$149–$42513
Half truck load$329$249–$52515
3/4 truck load$529$379–$6759
Full truck load$600$399–$1,20015
Mattress$97$79–$1456
Couch$100$50–$1958
Refrigerator$114$100–$1854
Appliance$99$89–$1655
TV$87$85–$1504
Hot tub$379$350–$6503
Piano1 company: $200—1

Every published price in the Washington area · What junk removal costs across the US

Dumpster rentals serving Washington (55)

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 Washington: questions

How many junk removal companies serve Washington, DC?

507 junk removal companies serve Washington, counting companies within their service radius of the city and companies that list Washington as a service area. 79 are based in Washington itself, and 118 are based within 10 miles. 26 are franchise locations (including 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving, Dropcurb and JDog Junk Removal & Hauling); the rest are independent.

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

Among companies within 15 miles with at least 20 Google reviews, the highest rated are 1-800-GOT-JUNK? Washington D.C. (5.0 stars, 10,387 reviews), Nova Junk (5.0 stars, 653 reviews) and Hulk And Friends Junk Removal (5.0 stars, 631 reviews). Ratings and review counts are Google's, checked on the date shown on this page.

How much does junk removal cost in Washington?

34 of the companies serving Washington publish prices on their own websites. Median published prices: $100 minimum charge (18 companies), $229 quarter truckload (13 companies), $329 half truckload (15 companies), $600 full truckload (15 companies), $97 mattress removal, $100 couch removal, $114 refrigerator removal, $379 hot tub removal. Final prices depend on volume and access, so get 2–3 quotes.

Can I get same-day junk removal in Washington?

155 companies serving Washington 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 Washington open on Sundays?

321 of the 507 companies list Sunday hours on Google, and 113 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 Washington donate or recycle?

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

Does Washington pick up bulk trash?

Washington DC's Department of Public Works collects large, bulky items by appointment from households that receive DPW trash service: single-family homes and residential buildings with three or fewer units. Residents call 311 or use 311.dc.gov to book, then set items out where trash and recycling are collected between 6:30 p.m. the night before and 6:00 a.m. on the appointment day. No more than seven items are collected per appointment, and renovation materials such as bricks, concrete and dirt are not accepted. Without an appointment, items can be taken to the Fort Totten Transfer Station. (Source: https://dpw.dc.gov/service/bulk-trash-collection-0.)

Is junk removal or a dumpster rental better in Washington?

Junk removal crews do the lifting and haul everything away in one visit; a dumpster rental suits multi-day projects you load yourself. 55 dumpster-rental-only companies also serve Washington; they're listed separately below.

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