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Bulk Junk Removal in Colorado Springs, Colorado

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 Colorado Springs

1

Curb it

Place your junk at the curb, driveway, or alley. No wrapping, no disassembly.

2

Book it

Select your item, see the exact price ($79), and pick your day. 60 seconds.

3

Gone

A local insured hauler picks it up same-day in Colorado Springs. You get a text when it's done.

No strangers in your home. No scheduling a 4-hour window. No being home.

How much does junk removal cost in Colorado Springs?

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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Pickup fee$79
First junkIncluded
Each additional junk+$29
Book junk pickup — $79

✓ Price guaranteed before you book. No surprises, no hidden fees.

Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, LoadUp): $150–$600+

5 ways to get rid of junk in Colorado Springs

Compared by cost, speed, and effort — pick the right option for your situation.

MethodCostSpeedEffortBest for
City bulk pickupFree2–9 weeksSchedule ahead. Strict limits on number of items (typically 4–8 per pickup). No construction debris. Items must meet size and weight limits.You have a few items that meet your city's restrictions and can wait weeks
Rent a dumpster$250–5001–3 days deliveryDumpster sits in your driveway for 3–7 days. You load everything yourself. Overage fees if you exceed the weight limit.You have a large volume of junk and don't mind loading a dumpster over several days
Self-haul to dump$30–80 per tripSame dayNeed a truck. Multiple trips for large cleanouts. Loading, driving, unloading, and paying per trip adds up fast.You have a truck and a small amount of junk — one trip's worth
Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, etc.)$200–800+2–3 daysMust be home for in-person estimate. Crew enters your home. Pricing based on truck volume — can be unpredictable.Junk is inside the house and you need someone to carry everything out
DropcurbFrom $79Same dayPile everything at the curb. Select items in the app to see your exact price. Hauler picks up same day. No minimum or maximum.You want it all gone today — priced per item, not per truck load

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 Colorado Springs?

  • Garage cleanout with mixed junk
  • Post-move leftover boxes and packing materials
  • Yard debris mixed with household junk
  • Storage unit cleanout

Does Colorado Springs pick up bulk junk?

Junk removal in Colorado Springs starts at $79 with Dropcurb — same-day curbside pickup with instant online pricing. Unlike Denver, Colorado Springs has no city-run bulk pickup program. Trash service is provided by private haulers like Republic Services, SOCO Waste, and Apex Waste Solutions, with bulk pickups available at additional cost by appointment.

City program details: Colorado Springs does not offer city-run bulk pickup. Waste hauling is handled by private companies (Republic Services, SOCO Waste, Apex Waste Solutions). Residents must call their hauler to schedule bulk pickups, typically at additional cost.

Colorado Springs has no municipal bulk pickup — residents rely on their private trash hauler (Republic Services, SOCO Waste, Apex Waste Solutions) for bulk item collection, typically at extra cost and by appointment only. The Woodmen Transfer Station at Woodmen Road accepts self-haul loads and charges by weight. The Colorado Springs Transfer Station on the south side (operated by Cold Canyon Landfill) also takes residential loads at weight-based rates. Peak Disposal and Recycling in Monument charges per pound with no minimum weight. Local junk removal companies include Junk King Colorado Springs, College HUNKS, and Junk Shot, all requiring quotes or in-person estimates.

Dropcurb picks up bulk junk same-day in Colorado Springs for $79 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.

Year-round availability. Still a 1-2 week wait.

Colorado Springs' program sounds good on paper until you need immediate disposal..

Monthly

City bulk pickup frequency

2-4 weeks

Typical PCS move timeline

$500+

Disposal fines for abandoned items

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 Colorado Springs residents choose Dropcurb for junk removal

With no city bulk pickup program, Colorado Springs residents are stuck calling private haulers for quotes or driving to transfer stations. Dropcurb offers same-day curbside pickup from $79 — book online in 60 seconds, leave items at the curb, done. No phone calls to Republic Services, no driving to the Woodmen dump, no waiting for a quote.

Serving Old Colorado City, Manitou Springs, Broadmoor, Northeast Heights, Security-Widefield, Falcon, and 3 more neighborhoods in Colorado Springs.

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