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Junk removal in Philadelphia, PA

Junk removal in Philadelphia, PA costs a median $100 minimum and $375 for a half truckload, based on prices 9 local companies publish (checked November 4, 2026). 346 junk removal companies serve Philadelphia; 78 are based within 10 miles. Their average Google rating is 4.9 across 283 rated companies.

Bulk trash pickup in Philadelphia: Philadelphia's Department of Sanitation runs a Residential Bulk Collection Program for large metal household items that regular trash collection does not take, such as refrigerators, air conditioners and tires. Residents schedule an appointment online for up to four items per appointment. The free service is open to single-family homes and multi-family buildings with up to six units; larger apartment buildings, condos and commercial properties are not eligible. Regular trash collection still takes up to two large non-metal items per household, including mattresses wrapped in plastic and other compactable furniture.

CostFree
LimitsUp to 4 items per appointment; homes and multi-family buildings of up to 6 units
ScheduleBy appointment; appointments are limited and first-come, first-serve
How to requestSchedule an appointment online
Source: phila.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
346
Based in Philadelphia
111
Within 10 miles
78
Avg. Google rating
4.9
Publish prices
12
Data as of

Junk removal companies serving Philadelphia

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Getting rid of junk in Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia.

Landfills

  • Pennsauken Sanitary Landfill (PCFACC) · 5 mi
    9600 River Rd, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
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  • Springfield Free Compost · 8 mi
    202 W Wissahickon Ave, Flourtown, PA 19031
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  • Construction, Demolition, Recycling, Inc. (C.D.R., Inc.) · 12 mi
    1060 Industrial Blvd, Southampton, PA 18966
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Transfer stations

  • Sanitation Convenience Center (Strawberry Mansion) · 3 mi
    2564 W Glenwood Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19121
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  • Sanitation Convenience Center · 3 mi
    3901 N Delaware Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19137
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  • Republic Services North Philadelphia Transfer Station · 4 mi
    2960 Orthodox St, Philadelphia, PA 19137
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Donation drop-offs

  • Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia ReStore · 6 mi
    2318 Washington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19146
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  • Habitat for Humanity ReStore · 9 mi
    530 NJ-38 East, Maple Shade, NJ 08052
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  • Habitat for Humanity Warminster ReStore · 13 mi
    539 Jacksonville Rd #100, Warminster Township, PA 18974
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Junk removal prices in Philadelphia

As published on 12 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 Philadelphia
ItemMedianRangeCompanies
Minimum charge$100$99–$2509
Single item$100$99–$1493
1/8 truck load1 company: $100—1
1/4 truck load$225$175–$3504
Half truck load$375$249–$5004
3/4 truck load$550$475–$7503
Full truck load$700$500–$1,0005
Mattress1 company: $75—1
Couch1 company: $100—1
Appliance1 company: $75—1
Hot tub1 company: $350—1
Piano1 company: $300—1

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

Dumpster rentals serving Philadelphia (43)

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 Philadelphia: questions

How many junk removal companies serve Philadelphia, PA?

346 junk removal companies serve Philadelphia, counting companies within their service radius of the city and companies that list Philadelphia as a service area. 111 are based in Philadelphia itself, and 78 are based within 10 miles. 21 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 Philadelphia have the best Google ratings?

Among companies within 15 miles with at least 20 Google reviews, the highest rated are 1-800-GOT-JUNK? Philadelphia North (5.0 stars, 3,410 reviews), Junk Police (5.0 stars, 762 reviews) and Junk Boy - Junk Removal Service (5.0 stars, 569 reviews). Ratings and review counts are Google's, checked on the date shown on this page.

How much does junk removal cost in Philadelphia?

12 of the companies serving Philadelphia publish prices on their own websites. Median published prices: $100 minimum charge (9 companies), $225 quarter truckload (4 companies), $375 half truckload (4 companies), $700 full truckload (5 companies). Final prices depend on volume and access, so get 2–3 quotes.

Can I get same-day junk removal in Philadelphia?

81 companies serving Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia open on Sundays?

209 of the 346 companies list Sunday hours on Google, and 82 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 Philadelphia donate or recycle?

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

Does Philadelphia pick up bulk trash?

Philadelphia's Department of Sanitation runs a Residential Bulk Collection Program for large metal household items that regular trash collection does not take, such as refrigerators, air conditioners and tires. Residents schedule an appointment online for up to four items per appointment. The free service is open to single-family homes and multi-family buildings with up to six units; larger apartment buildings, condos and commercial properties are not eligible. Regular trash collection still takes up to two large non-metal items per household, including mattresses wrapped in plastic and other compactable furniture. (Source: https://www.phila.gov/2024-09-23-city-of-philadelphia-residential-bulk-collection-program/.)

Is junk removal or a dumpster rental better in Philadelphia?

Junk removal crews do the lifting and haul everything away in one visit; a dumpster rental suits multi-day projects you load yourself. 43 dumpster-rental-only companies also serve Philadelphia; they're listed separately below.

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