49 posts
How-to guides
Practical walkthroughs for the items that are hard to throw away — mattresses, fluorescent tubes, paint, electronics. Each guide covers the legal, free, and same-day paths.
Throwing away a mattress in NYC: bag it or it's a $100 fine
DSNY takes mattresses free, sealed in a plastic bag, out after 6 PM the night before collection. Unbagged risks a $100 fine. A private pickup runs $89 to $99.
How to Recycle Fluorescent Bulbs: 2026 Cost and Rules
How to recycle fluorescent bulbs safely in 2026, where to drop off CFLs and tubes, typical costs, and what to do if one breaks. Book fast pickup from $59.
Decluttering Before Moving: The Room-by-Room Checklist [2026]
Decluttering before a move saves $500+ in moving costs. Room-by-room checklist, the 12-12-12 rule, what to toss, donate, and sell — plus how to get rid of it al…
How to Throw Away a Trash Can: 5 Easy Methods [2026]
Can't get garbage collectors to take your old trash can? Label it, flip it, or bag it. Dropcurb picks up old cans curbside from $59. 5 easy methods.
How to Dispose of Drywall: Every Option Compared [2026]
Drywall disposal costs $50 to $150 per ton at a C&D landfill. Options include dumpster rental, recycling, junk removal, or Dropcurb curbside pickup from $69.
How to Dispose of Old Paint? Every Option Explained [2026]
Dispose of old latex paint by drying it out (free) or dropping it at a PaintCare location (free). Oil-based paint requires hazardous waste disposal. All options…
How to Get Rid of an Old Toilet? 7 Options [2026]
Get rid of an old toilet via city bulk pickup (free), Habitat ReStore donation (free), or Dropcurb curbside pickup ($79). All 7 options with real costs.
How to Get Rid of an Old Lawn Mower? 7 Options [2026]
Get rid of an old lawn mower at a scrap yard (earn $5-15), via city bulk pickup (free), or Dropcurb curbside pickup (push mower $119). All 7 options compared.
How to Get Rid of an Old TV: 7 Options Ranked [2026]
Get rid of your old TV through free recycling events, Best Buy drop-off ($29.99), or curbside pickup (from $79). We ranked every disposal option by cost and con…
How to Get Rid of an Old Bed: 7 Disposal Options [2026]
Get rid of an old bed via curbside pickup ($150 for a queen set), city bulk pickup (free, 2-8 week wait), donation, or recycling. Compare all 7 options.
How to Get Rid of an Old Laptop: 8 Options [2026]
Get rid of an old laptop at Best Buy (free), via trade-in, e-waste recycling, or Dropcurb curbside pickup ($79). Wipe your data first. Here's how.
How to Get Rid of a Hot Tub: 6 Removal Options [2026]
Hot tub removal costs $150-$800 for professionals or $50-$100 DIY with a sawzall. Compare all 6 options: junk removal, dumpster rental, scrap, donation, and mor…
How to Get Rid of an Above Ground Pool: Cost and Options [2026]
Above ground pool removal costs $100-$500 DIY or $500-$3,000 professional. Dropcurb picks up pool parts from $59. Step-by-step teardown guide inside.
Commercial Junk Removal Cost: Instant Volume Pricing for Businesses [2026]
Commercial junk removal costs $59-$800+ per pickup depending on volume, item type, and vendor. Compare per-item vs volume pricing models across Dropcurb, tradit…
How to Get Rid of Old Washing Machine? 6 Options [2026]
Get rid of an old washing machine via retailer haul-away (free with purchase), Dropcurb curbside pickup ($109), a scrap yard, or city bulk pickup.
How to Get Rid of Old Treadmill? 7 Options [2026]
Get rid of an old treadmill by selling it ($50-300), curbside removal ($159), scrap yard (free), or city bulk pickup (free, 2-8 week wait). Every option compare…
How to Dispose of Old Stove? 6 Options [2026]
Dispose of an old stove via retailer haul-away (free with purchase), curbside removal ($109), scrap yard, or city bulk pickup. Gas stoves need special steps.
How to Get Rid of an Old Piano? 7 Options [2026]
Get rid of an old piano by donating to schools (free), selling on Marketplace ($0-2,000), or booking removal ($150-550). Options ranked by cost and speed.
How to Get Rid of an Old Water Heater? 6 Options [2026]
Get rid of an old water heater through retailer haul-away (free with purchase), scrap yard ($10-25 cash), or curbside removal ($129). All options with real pric…
How to Get Rid of a Pool Table? 6 Options [2026]
Get rid of a pool table by selling it ($200-2,000), listing it free on Marketplace, or booking removal ($150-550). Includes disassembly and disposal tips.
Junk Removal Cost Calculator: Estimate Your Price [2026]
Calculate your junk removal cost in 2026. Single items: $59-$200. Quarter truck: $120-$200. Half truck: $250-$400. Full truck: $600-$850. Use our pricing breakd…
How to Dispose of an Old Flat Screen TV [2026 Options]
Flat screen TVs contain mercury and lead — 25 states ban them from landfills. Free recycling at Best Buy, Staples, and local e-waste events. Paid removal from $…
How to Get Rid of an Old Entertainment Center [7 Options]
Entertainment centers are too big for regular trash. Free: ReStore, Marketplace, city bulk pickup. Paid: Dropcurb takes a media console from $79, same-day.
How to Get Rid of an Old Bookshelf [6 Options, 2026]
Old bookshelves can be sold ($10-75), donated to Habitat ReStore, listed free on Buy Nothing, or removed curbside by Dropcurb from $79 same-day.
DIY Junk Removal: How to Get Rid of Junk Yourself (Complete Guide) [2026]
DIY junk removal guide: tools, costs, and step-by-step process. Self-hauling costs $50–$140 per load. Learn when a curbside pickup from $59 is cheaper.
How to Dispose of a Recliner? 6 Options Compared [2026]
Recliner disposal costs $0–$250. Dropcurb picks it up curbside for $119 same-day. Compare all 6 options: city bulk pickup, donation, junk removal, and more.
How to Get Rid of an Old Loveseat? 6 Options [2026]
Loveseat removal costs $79–$250. Dropcurb picks up a standard loveseat at the curb same-day for $79. Free: donation, city bulk pickup, Marketplace.
How to Get Rid of an Old Desk? 7 Options [2026]
Old desk removal costs $79–$200. Dropcurb picks up desks curbside from $79 same-day. Free options: donation, Craigslist, disassembly. All 7 compared.
Junk Removal Estimate: How to Get Accurate Pricing [2026]
Junk removal estimates range $75–$700+. Compare on-site vs online estimates. Dropcurb gives instant per-item pricing from $59, with no waiting for an estimate.
How to Get Rid of Junk: 8 Methods Ranked by Cost and Speed [2026]
Get rid of junk: free city pickup (2–8 week wait) to same-day curbside removal from $59. 8 methods compared with real 2026 prices and timelines.
Junk Removal Price List: What Every Item Costs [2026]
Junk removal price list for 2026: mattress removal $50–$200, couch $80–$250, appliances $60–$250. Compare per-item costs by method. Dropcurb pickup from $59.
How to Dispose of a Box Spring? 6 Options Compared [2026]
Box spring disposal costs $0–$200. City bulk pickup is free (2–8 week wait). Junk removal runs $59–$200. Compare all 6 options and book same-day pickup.
How to Dispose of an Old Dishwasher? 7 Options [2026]
Dishwasher disposal costs $0–$200. Best Buy hauls away old dishwashers for $199.99 with a new purchase. Curbside pickup is $109. Compare all 7 options.
How to Dispose of a CRT TV? 6 Safe Options [2026]
CRT TV disposal requires special handling: they contain 4–8 lbs of lead. Recycling costs $20–$50. Dropcurb curbside pickup is $249. Compare all 6 options.
Glass table tops go in the trash, not the recycling bin
A glass table top cannot go in the recycling bin. Taped in an X and boxed in cardboard, the trash takes it free. The whole table is $79.
How to Dispose of an Old Air Conditioner [2026]
Dispose of old AC units via Dropcurb (from $79 same-day), retailer take-back, scrap recyclers, or city bulk pickup. Freon removal required by law.
How to Dispose of a Microwave? 5 Options [2026]
Dispose of a microwave through junk removal ($79), e-waste recycling (free), retailer take-back, or city bulk pickup. Compare all 5 options with real costs.
How to Get Rid of a Bed Frame? 6 Disposal Options [2026]
Get rid of a bed frame through curbside junk removal ($79), city bulk pickup (free, slow), donation, or scrapyard. Compare all 6 options with real costs.
How to Get Rid of Old Exercise Equipment? 6 Options [2026]
Get rid of old exercise equipment via Dropcurb curbside pickup (a treadmill is $159), Marketplace ($50-300), donation, or scrap yard. All options compared.
Declutter Service: What It Costs and Every Option Compared [2026]
Declutter services cost $50–$150/hr for organizing or from $59 for curbside junk pickup. Compare professional organizers, junk removal, and DIY options.
How to Dispose of Old Washer and Dryer? 6 Options [2026]
Dispose of an old washer and dryer via retailer haul-away (free-$30 with purchase), scrap yards ($5-20 cash), or Dropcurb curbside pickup ($168 for both).
How to Dispose of a Broken Refrigerator? 5 Options [2026]
Dispose of a broken refrigerator through utility rebate programs (free pickup), scrap metal recyclers, city bulk pickup, or Dropcurb curbside removal ($109).
How to Dispose of Small Appliances? 6 Options [2026]
Dispose of small appliances at Best Buy (free drop-off), e-waste recyclers, or curbside junk removal (from $59). Compare all 6 options by cost.
How to Get Rid of Old Grill: 5 Options [2026 Prices]
Get rid of an old grill: scrapyard (free), city bulk pickup (free, slow), Dropcurb (charcoal $79, gas $130), donation, or haul it yourself. Compare all 5.
How to dispose of furniture in NYC: free on trash night
DSNY takes furniture free at the curb, but only on your building's trash night. There is no appointment. A sofa gone today is $79, booked by 2 PM.
How to Get Rid of an Old Couch for Free? 7 Options [2026]
Get rid of your old couch for free through city bulk pickup, donation, or curbside giveaway. If those fail, Dropcurb removes the couch from $79 same day.
How to Get Rid of Old Furniture for Free? 8 Methods [2026]
Get rid of old furniture for free through city bulk pickup, donation (Habitat, Salvation Army), or online giveaways. If speed matters, Dropcurb starts at $59.
How to Dispose of Furniture: 7 Methods Compared [2026]
Furniture disposal costs $0-$400. Compare city bulk pickup, junk removal (from $59), donation, dumpster rental, self-haul, and retailer take-back.
Free mattress disposal: a stain leaves you the city truck
A stain is an automatic no at donation and with buyers. City bulk pickup takes it, on its own schedule. Curbside pickup is $99 for a queen, same day when booked…