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Junk removal in Des Moines, IA

Junk removal in Des Moines, IA costs a median $165 minimum, based on prices 4 local companies publish (checked November 4, 2026). 79 junk removal companies serve Des Moines; 46 are based within 10 miles. Their average Google rating is 4.9 across 67 rated companies.

Data as of · Sources: Google Maps listings (ratings, review counts, hours), company websites (prices, services) · Methodology
Companies serving
79
Based in Des Moines
32
Within 10 miles
46
Avg. Google rating
4.9
Publish prices
7
Data as of

Junk removal companies serving Des Moines

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Getting rid of junk in Des Moines yourself

The nearest drop-off sites, each from its own source, with the distance from Des Moines.

Landfills

  • Metro Park East Landfill · 14 mi
    12181 NE University Ave, Mitchellville, IA 50169
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  • Polk City Recycle Center · 15 mi
    409 E Northside Dr, Polk City, IA 50226
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  • Adel Municipal Landfill and Recycling Center · 22 mi
    2000 Main St, Adel, IA 50003
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Transfer stations

  • Metro Central Transfer Station, Des Moines, Iowa · 5 mi
    4198 Delaware Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
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  • Metro Northwest Transfer Station · 11 mi
    4105 SE Beisser Dr, Grimes, IA 50111
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Donation drop-offs

  • Habitat for Humanity ReStore - East Euclid · 4 mi
    2200 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
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  • Habitat for Humanity ReStore - Urbandale · 9 mi
    4033 NW Urbandale Dr, Urbandale, IA 50322
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  • Habitat ReStore · 33 mi
    3504 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010
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Junk removal prices in Des Moines

As published on 7 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 Des Moines
ItemMedianRangeCompanies
Minimum charge$165$99–$1804
Single item1 company: $75—1
1/8 truck load1 company: $150—1
1/4 truck load2 companies: $225–$350—2
Half truck load2 companies: $325–$550—2
3/4 truck load2 companies: $400–$685—2
Full truck load2 companies: $500–$885—2
Appliance1 company: $90—1
TV1 company: $85—1

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

Dumpster rentals serving Des Moines (21)

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 Des Moines: questions

How many junk removal companies serve Des Moines, IA?

79 junk removal companies serve Des Moines, counting companies within their service radius of the city and companies that list Des Moines as a service area. 32 are based in Des Moines itself, and 46 are based within 10 miles. 4 are franchise locations (1-800-GOT-JUNK?, College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving, Junk King and LoadUp); the rest are independent.

Which junk removal companies near Des Moines have the best Google ratings?

Among companies within 15 miles with at least 20 Google reviews, the highest rated are 1-800-GOT-JUNK? Des Moines (5.0 stars, 3,217 reviews), Richie Bros Junk Removal (5.0 stars, 325 reviews) and Premier Junk Removers (5.0 stars, 300 reviews). Ratings and review counts are Google's, checked on the date shown on this page.

How much does junk removal cost in Des Moines?

7 of the companies serving Des Moines publish prices on their own websites. Median published prices: $165 minimum charge (4 companies). Final prices depend on volume and access, so get 2–3 quotes.

Can I get same-day junk removal in Des Moines?

21 companies serving Des Moines 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 Des Moines open on Sundays?

38 of the 79 companies list Sunday hours on Google, and 12 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 Des Moines donate or recycle?

24 companies serving Des Moines say they donate usable items or recycle. Use the "Donates / recycles" filter.

Is junk removal or a dumpster rental better in Des Moines?

Junk removal crews do the lifting and haul everything away in one visit; a dumpster rental suits multi-day projects you load yourself. 21 dumpster-rental-only companies also serve Des Moines; they're listed separately below.

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