Bulk Junk Removal in Tucson, Arizona
Starting at $79. Additional items from $19.
When you have a pile of mixed junk — from a garage cleanout, move-out, renovation, or just years of accumulation — your options are: city bulk pickup (free but limited), renting a dumpster ($250–500 for 3–7 days), self-hauling multiple loads to the dump ($30–80 per trip), curbside pickup through Dropcurb ($79+ depending on items, same day), or hiring a traditional junk removal crew ($200–800+).
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How junk removal works in Tucson
Curb it
Place your junk at the curb, driveway, or alley. No wrapping, no disassembly.
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Select your item, see the exact price ($79), and pick your day. 60 seconds.
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No strangers in your home. No scheduling a 4-hour window. No being home.
How much does junk removal cost in Tucson?
Bulk junk removal through Dropcurb starts at $79 for the first item, with additional items from +$19 (small) to +$59 (heavy). A typical garage cleanout with 5–8 items runs $150–250. Traditional junk removal companies charge $200–$800+ based on truck volume — meaning you pay for space even if your items are light. Dumpster rentals cost $250–500 but you do all the loading yourself. City bulk pickup is free but won't take everything.
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Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, LoadUp): $150–$600+
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How to prepare your junk for pickup
- ✓ Stack or pile items neatly at the curb. Use bags or boxes for small loose items. Keep the pile accessible from the street.
- ✓ Place at curb, driveway, or alley
- ✓ No need to be home
When do you need junk removal in Tucson?
- • Garage cleanout with mixed junk
- • Post-move leftover boxes and packing materials
- • Yard debris mixed with household junk
- • Storage unit cleanout
Does Tucson pick up bulk junk?
Junk removal in Tucson starts at $79 with Dropcurb — same-day curbside pickup, no on-site estimates. Tucson's Brush & Bulky program only runs twice per year per zone, and starting in 2026, all pickups moved to curbside only (no more alley collection).
City program details: Tucson's Brush & Bulky program divides the city into numbered zones, each scheduled for pickup approximately every 6 months (bi-annual). Starting in 2026, ALL pickups are curbside — no more alley collection. Zones 19 and 25 are by appointment only. Brush piles must be 24 inches in diameter max and 5 feet long. Cacti must be boxed with a 25 lb limit. Check knowwheretothrow.com for your zone schedule.
Tucson's Brush & Bulky program divides the city into numbered zones, each getting approximately two pickups per year. Starting January 2026, all collections are curbside only — a significant change from the previous alley-based system. Zones 19 and 25 are by appointment only. Los Reales Sustainability Campus (5300 E. Los Reales Road) charges $15 for covered loads under 2,000 lbs and $35/ton for heavier loads — credit/debit only, no cash. Pima County also operates transfer stations at Ryan Field and other locations. A1 Junk Removal of Tucson charges $50–$250 depending on volume. Junk King Tucson (520-873-9622) provides same-day service with free estimates serving Marana, Oro Valley, Sahuarita, Green Valley, and Vail. Typical Tucson pricing runs $60–$150 for a single item, $200–$400 for a partial truck, and $400–$800 for a full truck load. LoadUp starts at $79 per single bulky item.
Dropcurb picks up bulk junk same-day in Tucson for $79 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.
Twice a year — and now curbside only.
Tucson's Brush & Bulky program runs just twice per year per zone. Starting 2026, alley collection is gone — everything must be curbside. Miss your zone's window and your junk sits for 6 months in Arizona's 110°F heat.
2x/year
Brush & Bulky pickups per zone
$15-$35/ton
Los Reales self-haul cost
548K
Residents sharing bi-annual zones
What happens to your junk after pickup
Bulk junk is sorted at the facility into recyclable, donatable, and disposable categories. Metals, wood, cardboard, and plastics are separated for recycling. Usable items (furniture, working electronics, household goods) are donated to local charities when possible. Construction debris like drywall, lumber, and concrete is processed at specialized construction & demolition recycling facilities. Items that can't be recycled or donated are disposed of at licensed solid waste facilities. Our haulers make every effort to minimize landfill waste.
Why Tucson residents choose Dropcurb for junk removal
Dropcurb picks up same-day for $79 vs. Tucson's 6-month wait for your zone's Brush & Bulky pickup. No driving to Los Reales ($15–$35/ton), no waiting for your bi-annual collection window.
Serving Oro Valley, Sahuarita, Catalina Foothills, Barrio Viejo, Midtown, Foothills, and 4 more neighborhoods in Tucson.
Bulk Junk removal questions in Tucson
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