Junk removal in District of Columbia
Same-day curbside pickup in 1 cities across District of Columbia. Book online in 60 seconds. Transparent per-item pricing — no estimates, no appointments, no strangers in your home.
Cities served
ZIP codes covered
Starting price
Municipal programs
Do cities in District of Columbia offer free bulk pickup?
Every city in District of Columbia handles bulk pickup differently. Some offer free monthly programs with strict limits, others have no program at all. Here's how each city's municipal program compares — and where Dropcurb fills the gaps.
| City | Bulk pickup? | Details | Wait time | Dropcurb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | Yes | DC DPW Bulk Trash Collection — schedule through 311 or 311.dc.gov. Free for eligible residential households. Place items out no earlier than 6:30 PM the day before, no later than 6 AM on appointment day. Most households follow once-a-week trash collection. DPW office hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM at 899 North Capitol St NE. Phone: (202) 673-6833. | Varies | Same day, $79 |
DC DPW Bulk Trash Collection — schedule through 311 or 311.dc.gov. Free for eligible residential households. Place items out no earlier than 6:30 PM the day before, no later than 6 AM on appointment day. Most households follow once-a-week trash collection. DPW office hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM at 899 North Capitol St NE. Phone: (202) 673-6833.
Pricing
How much does junk removal cost in District of Columbia?
Dropcurb offers the same transparent per-item pricing across all 1 cities in District of Columbia. No volume estimates, no surprise fees — select your items online and see your exact total before you book.
Furniture
| Item | First item price | Add-on price |
|---|---|---|
| Couch / Sofa | $99 | +$28 |
| Mattress | $99 | +$30 |
| Box Spring | $79 | +$29 |
| Dresser | $79 | +$29 |
| Desk | $79 | +$29 |
| Dining Table | $79 | +$29 |
| Recliner | $119 | +$35 |
| Bookshelf | $79 | +$29 |
| Bed Frame | $79 | +$29 |
| Nightstand | $79 | +$19 |
| Office Chair | $79 | +$19 |
| Sectional Sofa (2 pieces) | $115 | +$44 |
| Sectional Sofa (3 pieces) | $131 | +$60 |
| Sectional Sofa (4 pieces) | $171 | +$100 |
| Wardrobe / Armoire | $109 | +$59 |
Couch / Sofa
$99
+$28 add-on
Mattress
$99
+$30 add-on
Box Spring
$79
+$29 add-on
Dresser
$79
+$29 add-on
Desk
$79
+$29 add-on
Dining Table
$79
+$29 add-on
Recliner
$119
+$35 add-on
Bookshelf
$79
+$29 add-on
Bed Frame
$79
+$29 add-on
Nightstand
$79
+$19 add-on
Office Chair
$79
+$19 add-on
Sectional Sofa (2 pieces)
$115
+$44 add-on
Sectional Sofa (3 pieces)
$131
+$60 add-on
Sectional Sofa (4 pieces)
$171
+$100 add-on
Wardrobe / Armoire
$109
+$59 add-on
Appliances
| Item | First item price | Add-on price |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator | $109 | +$59 |
| Washer | $109 | +$59 |
| Dryer | $109 | +$59 |
| Stove / Oven | $109 | +$59 |
| Water Heater | $109 | +$59 |
| Dishwasher | $79 | +$29 |
| Microwave | $79 | +$19 |
Refrigerator
$109
+$59 add-on
Washer
$109
+$59 add-on
Dryer
$109
+$59 add-on
Stove / Oven
$109
+$59 add-on
Water Heater
$109
+$59 add-on
Dishwasher
$79
+$29 add-on
Microwave
$79
+$19 add-on
Electronics
| Item | First item price | Add-on price |
|---|---|---|
| TV (Under 42") | $79 | +$19 |
| TV (42"+) | $129 | +$39 |
| Computer / Monitor | $79 | +$19 |
TV (Under 42")
$79
+$19 add-on
TV (42"+)
$129
+$39 add-on
Computer / Monitor
$79
+$19 add-on
Exercise Equipment
| Item | First item price | Add-on price |
|---|---|---|
| Treadmill | $159 | +$85 |
| Elliptical | $159 | +$85 |
| Exercise Bike | $119 | +$40 |
Treadmill
$159
+$85 add-on
Elliptical
$159
+$85 add-on
Exercise Bike
$119
+$40 add-on
Outdoor
| Item | First item price | Add-on price |
|---|---|---|
| Propane Grill | $130 | +$49 |
| Charcoal Grill | $79 | +$19 |
| Patio Chair / Side Table | $79 | +$19 |
| Patio Table | $79 | +$29 |
| Patio Umbrella | $79 | +$19 |
| Trampoline | $79 | +$29 |
Propane Grill
$130
+$49 add-on
Charcoal Grill
$79
+$19 add-on
Patio Chair / Side Table
$79
+$19 add-on
Patio Table
$79
+$29 add-on
Patio Umbrella
$79
+$19 add-on
Trampoline
$79
+$29 add-on
Specialty
| Item | First item price | Add-on price |
|---|---|---|
| Upright Piano | $375 | +$325 |
| Baby Grand Piano | $400 | +$375 |
| Grand Piano | $450 | +$425 |
Upright Piano
$375
+$325 add-on
Baby Grand Piano
$400
+$375 add-on
Grand Piano
$450
+$425 add-on
Misc
| Item | First item price | Add-on price |
|---|---|---|
| Trash Bag | $79 | +$15 |
Trash Bag
$79
+$15 add-on
. First-item price is the all-in cost for the first item in your order. Add-on price applies to each additional item in the same pickup.
FAQ
Common questions about junk removal in District of Columbia
How much does junk removal cost in District of Columbia?
Dropcurb starts at $79 across all 1 cities in District of Columbia. Every item has an all-in first-item price and an add-on price. A couch is $79, a queen mattress is $99, a dresser is $79, a TV is $99, a refrigerator is $134, a treadmill is $109. Additional items each add their own add-on price. The price you see is the price you pay — nothing added at checkout.
Does District of Columbia offer free bulk pickup?
Most cities in District of Columbia offer some form of free bulk pickup, but every program has different limits, scheduling requirements, and item exclusions. Some cities require scheduling 2+ weeks in advance, while others only run quarterly. See the comparison table above for a city-by-city breakdown. Dropcurb offers same-day pickup starting at $79 in all 1 cities — no scheduling, no item restrictions.
How fast can I get junk removed in District of Columbia?
Same day. Book before noon in any of our 1 District of Columbia cities and your items are picked up by 8 PM. No appointment windows. Place items at the curb and go about your day. We text you confirmation when the hauler completes the pickup.
What items does Dropcurb pick up in District of Columbia?
Dropcurb picks up furniture (couches, dressers, desks, tables, bed frames), mattresses and box springs, appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers), electronics (TVs, monitors, computers), exercise equipment (treadmills, ellipticals, exercise bikes), outdoor items (grills, patio furniture, trampolines), and bagged junk. We do not pick up hazardous materials, propane tanks, tires, or items over 400 lbs like hot tubs and pianos.
Do I have to be home for a Dropcurb pickup in District of Columbia?
No. Dropcurb is curbside-only across all 1 cities in District of Columbia. Place items at the curb (or your driveway apron) by 8 AM the day of pickup. The hauler texts you a confirmation photo when the pickup is complete — no signature, no walk-through, and no one enters your home or garage. This is the core difference between Dropcurb and a traditional in-home haul: you book online, leave it out, and go about your day.
Coverage details
Neighborhoods & zip codes we serve in District of Columbia
Dropcurb provides same-day curbside junk removal across 1 cities in District of Columbia. Enter your zip code above to confirm coverage, or find your city below.
Neighborhoods
Capitol Hill, Georgetown, Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan, Columbia Heights, Shaw, Logan Circle, Foggy Bottom, Anacostia, Cleveland Park
Zip codes
20001, 20002, 20003, 20004, 20005, 20006, 20007, 20008, 20009, 20010, 20011, 20012, 20013, 20015, 20016, 20017, 20018, 20019, 20020, 20022 and 254 more
Statewide Coverage
We serve all of District of Columbia
Same-day curbside pickup across 1+ cities in District of Columbia. Book online, leave it at the curb — done.
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We serve all of District of Columbia — not just the cities above. We're adding new city pages every week, but you can book a pickup from anywhere in the state right now.
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