Furniture removal services cost $79 to $400+ depending on volume and provider. Dropcurb picks up curbside furniture starting at $59 same-day. Full-service companies like traditional full-service junk removal start at $150 but enter your home and handle everything. Free options include city bulk pickup (2-8 week wait) and charity donation services like Habitat for Humanity ReStore.
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| Service | Cost | Speed | What They Do | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City bulk pickup | Free | 2-8 weeks | Curbside collection, limited items per year | Patient homeowners, 1-2 items |
| Habitat ReStore | Free | 3-10 days | Donation pickup of usable furniture | Good-condition items, tax deduction |
| Salvation Army | Free | 3-10 days | Donation pickup of sellable furniture | Working furniture you want to donate |
| Dropcurb | $59+ | Same day | Curbside grab-and-go, you move it outside | 1-5 items already at the curb |
| Traditional full-service junk removal | Current local quote | Varies by local availability | Confirm with provider | Full-service; confirm included scope |
| Junk King | $99+ | 1-3 days | Full-service, eco-focused disposal | Environmentally conscious customers |
| College Hunks | $150+ | 1-3 days | Full-service hauling + moving | Combined junk removal and moving |
How Much Does Furniture Removal Cost Per Item?
Individual furniture removal prices depend on size, weight, and which company you hire. Here are real 2026 prices based on Angi, Yelp, and company data:
- •Couch or sofa: $75-$200 (Dropcurb: $79)
- •Loveseat: $60-$150 (Dropcurb: $79)
- •Mattress: $75-$175 (Dropcurb: from $89)
- •Dresser: $60-$150 (Dropcurb: from $79)
- •Dining table: $80-$175
- •Desk: $60-$125 (Dropcurb: from $79)
- •Bookshelf: $50-$100 (Dropcurb: from $79)
- •Recliner: $75-$150 (Dropcurb: $119)
Most full-service companies charge a minimum of $150 regardless of how many items you have. That means removing a single chair costs the same as removing a couch. Dropcurb charges per item starting at $59, which makes it significantly cheaper for 1-3 piece jobs.
Where Can I Get Rid of Unwanted Furniture for Free?
Several options exist if you want furniture removed at zero cost:
Habitat for Humanity ReStore accepts gently used furniture and offers free pickup in most metro areas. Schedule 3-10 days out. Items must be functional and in reasonable condition — no rips, stains, or broken frames.
Salvation Army and Goodwill pick up furniture donations for free, though availability varies by location. Goodwill is more selective and may decline pickup for large items.
City bulk pickup is free in most cities (NYC, LA, Chicago, Houston, Phoenix, and hundreds more). You schedule through your waste hauler or city public works website. Wait times average 2-8 weeks. Most cities limit you to 2-4 bulk pickups per year.
Curb alerts — Post furniture as "free" on Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, or your local Buy Nothing group. Place items at the curb with a "FREE" sign. Working furniture in decent shape typically gets claimed within hours. Reddit users consistently recommend this as the fastest free option.
Retailer haul-away — IKEA, Bob's Discount Furniture, Ashley, and most furniture retailers offer old furniture removal when you purchase and schedule delivery of new items. Usually free or $30-$50.
How Do I Get Rid of a Large Piece of Furniture?
Removing heavy furniture like sectional sofas, armoires, or entertainment centers requires a plan. Here are your options ranked by effort:
Least effort (hire full service): Companies like traditional full-service junk removal will enter your home, carry the item out, load it, and dispose of it. Expect $150-$400+ depending on size and access difficulty (stairs, tight hallways).
Medium effort (curbside pickup): If you can get the item to the curb yourself (or recruit a friend), Dropcurb picks it up same-day, priced by the piece: a large armoire is $109 and a sectional starts at $115. Many couches and dressers can be moved by two people with a furniture dolly.
Most effort (self-haul): Rent a pickup truck from Home Depot ($19/75 min) or U-Haul ($19.95/day + mileage), load the furniture yourself, and drive to your local transfer station. Dump fees range from $10-$50 per item. Total cost: $30-$80 plus your time.
Pro tip from Reddit: If the furniture fits through your door, it can usually get to the curb. Disassemble what you can: remove legs from tables, take cushions off couches, detach headboards from bed frames. This makes moving significantly easier.
Got furniture at the curb? Dropcurb picks it up same-day, starting at $59. No phone call, no on-site estimate — book online in 60 seconds.
Get Instant PricingFurniture Removal Services by Company
Dropcurb — Curbside-only model. You place furniture at the curb, a local hauler grabs it same-day. Prices start at $59, and each additional item is added at a lower add-on price: a sofa and a dresser together come to $108. Instant online pricing, no phone call needed. Available in 980+ cities. Best for 1-5 items you can move outside yourself.
traditional full-service junk removal — The largest full-service brand. Two-person crew enters your home, carries everything out, loads their truck. No prices online — you must book a free on-site estimate and accept or decline on the spot. Minimum around $150, average job $240+. 4.96 average rating from 687,000+ reviews.
Traditional full-service junk removal can be useful when items must be carried from inside a property or when the job has uncertain volume. Pricing and availability vary by provider, location, access, labor, and disposal requirements. Ask the provider to confirm the included scope and current local quote before booking.
Junk King — Eco-focused chain claiming 60% landfill diversion rate. Competitive pricing starting around $99. Good option if environmental impact matters to you.
College Hunks Hauling Junk — Full-service with moving capabilities. Can remove old furniture and deliver new items in the same trip. Bright orange trucks. Quality varies by franchise location.
What Happens to Furniture After Removal?
Where your old furniture ends up depends on its condition and the company you hire:
- •Donation (25-40% of items): Usable furniture goes to Habitat ReStore, Goodwill, Salvation Army, or local shelters. Most reputable removal companies check condition before donating.
- •Recycling (10-20%): Wood frames get chipped for mulch or biomass. Metal springs and hardware are recycled as scrap. Some foam padding can be recycled.
- •Landfill (40-65%): Stained, broken, or non-recyclable furniture goes to the dump. The EPA estimates 12.2 million tons of furniture reaches landfills annually in the US.
Junk King leads the industry with a claimed 60% diversion rate. Dropcurb haulers are encouraged to donate and recycle when possible. If eco-friendly disposal is your top priority, ask your removal service about their diversion practices before booking.
How to Book Furniture Removal
Choose your items
Select each piece of furniture you need removed from Dropcurb's item catalog — couch, dresser, mattress, table, etc.
Get instant pricing
See the exact cost before you commit. Each item is priced from $59, and each additional item is added at a lower add-on price. No on-site estimates.
Move items to the curb
Place furniture at the curb, in the driveway, or by the garage. Take a photo so the hauler knows what to grab.
Schedule pickup
Book for same-day or choose a date. A local hauler picks up your items and you're done.
Ready to get rid of old furniture? Same-day curbside pickup starting at $59.
Book Furniture RemovalFrequently asked questions
How much do furniture removal services cost?
Furniture removal costs $79-$400+ depending on the service and number of items. Dropcurb same-day curbside pickup is priced per item, from $59; a standard sofa is $79. Full-service companies like traditional full-service junk removal start at $150 minimum. City bulk pickup is free but takes 2-8 weeks.
Where can I dispose of furniture for free?
Free furniture disposal options include: city bulk pickup (2-8 week wait), Habitat for Humanity ReStore donation pickup (3-10 days, items must be usable), Salvation Army donation pickup, curb alerts on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist, and retailer haul-away when buying new furniture.
What is the cheapest way to get rid of furniture?
The cheapest option is posting it free on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist and placing it at the curb — costs nothing and items typically get claimed within hours. City bulk pickup is also free. For paid services, Dropcurb curbside pickup, starting at $59, is the most affordable same-day option.
Will traditional full-service junk removal pick up furniture?
Yes, traditional full-service junk removal picks up all types of furniture including couches, dressers, tables, and mattresses. They provide full-service removal from inside your home. However, they don't show prices online — you must schedule a free on-site estimate first. Expect $150+ minimum.
Does Habitat for Humanity pick up old furniture?
Yes, most Habitat for Humanity ReStore locations offer free furniture pickup for donations. Items must be gently used, functional, and in reasonable condition. Schedule 3-10 days out depending on your area. You may qualify for a tax deduction of $10-$1,000+ depending on the item.
How do I get rid of furniture I can't move?
If furniture is too heavy to move yourself, hire a full-service company like traditional full-service junk removal ($150+) or traditional full-service junk removal ($89+) — they enter your home and handle everything. Alternatively, ask a friend to help you get it to the curb for a Dropcurb pickup, priced by the item (a standard sofa is $79).