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Junk removal in Evanston, IL

Junk removal in Evanston, IL costs a median $125 minimum and $300 for a half truckload, based on prices 7 local companies publish (checked November 4, 2026). 290 junk removal companies serve Evanston; 54 are based within 10 miles. Their average Google rating is 4.8 across 230 rated companies.

Bulk trash pickup in Evanston: Evanston offers free removal of up to six cubic yards of bulk garbage twice each year on scheduled bulk pickup days. Trash must be out by 7 a.m. on the alley line or parkway, and crews do not remove items from private property. Bulk trash cannot be put out until the weekend before the pickup day. Tires and appliances are collected separately by calling 311 or 847-448-4311. Condo buildings billed by the city are eligible.

CostFree
LimitsUp to 6 cubic yards
ScheduleTwice each year; out by 7 a.m.
How to requestCall 311 or 847-448-4311 for tires and appliances
Source: cityofevanston.org · 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
290
Based in Evanston
4
Within 10 miles
54
Avg. Google rating
4.8
Publish prices
19
Data as of

Junk removal companies serving Evanston

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Getting rid of junk in Evanston yourself

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Landfills

  • Garbage Collection Service Chicago · 10 mi
    1657 N Kostner Ave A, Chicago, IL 60639
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  • SWANCC · 10 mi
    3 Providence Way, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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  • 3136 W Chase Ave Chicago, IL 60645 United States · 10 mi
    13739 7Oţĥ ŖĎ FļŲşĥiŅğ 1231 Lee St Chicago 60645, Des Plaines, IL 60018
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Transfer stations

  • WM - Evanston Transfer Station · 0 mi
    1711 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201
    Website
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  • LRS Northbrook Transfer Station · 8 mi
    2750 Shermer Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062
    Website
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  • Republic Services Chicago Transfer Station · 11 mi
    1800 W Carroll Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
    Website
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Donation drop-offs

  • Habitat for Humanity ReStore Chicago North · 4 mi
    6040 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60646
    Website
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  • Habitat for Humanity ReStore Arlington Heights · 15 mi
    955 E Rand Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
    Website
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  • Habitat for Humanity ReStore Chicago South · 18 mi
    6057 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60636
    Website
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Junk removal prices in Evanston

As published on 19 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 Evanston
ItemMedianRangeCompanies
Minimum charge$125$59–$1597
Single item$98$75–$1508
1/4 truck load$165$150–$2753
Half truck load$300$175–$5007
3/4 truck load$508$400–$5754
Full truck load$650$335–$1,1007
Mattress$150$89–$1805
Couch$150$95–$1505
Refrigerator$150$109–$2005
Appliance$120$75–$1256
TV$120$75–$1255
Hot tub$460$460–$5005
Piano$320$320–$3204

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Dumpster rentals serving Evanston (70)

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 Evanston: questions

How many junk removal companies serve Evanston, IL?

290 junk removal companies serve Evanston, counting companies within their service radius of the city and companies that list Evanston as a service area. 4 are based in Evanston itself, and 54 are based within 10 miles. 25 are franchise locations (including 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving, Dropcurb and Junk Genie); the rest are independent.

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

Among companies within 15 miles with at least 20 Google reviews, the highest rated are JUNK Relief (5.0 stars, 2,140 reviews), Junk Jaws (5.0 stars, 643 reviews) and 606 Junk Removal & Dumpster Rental (5.0 stars, 475 reviews). Ratings and review counts are Google's, checked on the date shown on this page.

How much does junk removal cost in Evanston?

19 of the companies serving Evanston publish prices on their own websites. Median published prices: $125 minimum charge (7 companies), $165 quarter truckload (3 companies), $300 half truckload (7 companies), $650 full truckload (7 companies), $150 mattress removal, $150 couch removal, $150 refrigerator removal, $460 hot tub removal. Final prices depend on volume and access, so get 2–3 quotes.

Can I get same-day junk removal in Evanston?

85 companies serving Evanston 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 Evanston open on Sundays?

200 of the 290 companies list Sunday hours on Google, and 84 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 Evanston donate or recycle?

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

Does Evanston pick up bulk trash?

Evanston offers free removal of up to six cubic yards of bulk garbage twice each year on scheduled bulk pickup days. Trash must be out by 7 a.m. on the alley line or parkway, and crews do not remove items from private property. Bulk trash cannot be put out until the weekend before the pickup day. Tires and appliances are collected separately by calling 311 or 847-448-4311. Condo buildings billed by the city are eligible. (Source: https://www.cityofevanston.org/departments/public_works/services/waste_services/special_pick_ups_and_bulk_collection.php.)

Is junk removal or a dumpster rental better in Evanston?

Junk removal crews do the lifting and haul everything away in one visit; a dumpster rental suits multi-day projects you load yourself. 70 dumpster-rental-only companies also serve Evanston; they're listed separately below.

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