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How to get rid of an old basketball hoop

First identify whether the basketball hoop is portable, fixed in the ground or attached to a wall. For a reusable hoop, find a recipient who can handle that specific equipment. For disposal, use the manufacturer manual for the exact model and confirm the removal scope with photos. Portable bases can be very heavy when filled with water or sand, while fixed hoops need appropriate dismantling and detachment before standard outdoor pickup.

Answer sources: Lifetime portable basketball hoop construction and handling; Dropcurb current pricing and standard pickup scope

Prepare the hoop safely

Use the exact model's manufacturer manual before moving or taking apart a portable hoop. Do not assume every model uses the same assembly or bolt order, and make sure anyone moving a water- or sand-filled base can handle its weight.

Do not cut an anchored pole, remove a concrete foundation or attempt unfamiliar dismantling as part of a standard pickup. A fixed or wall-mounted hoop must be detached and ready before pickup; send photos to confirm the item is accepted and accessible.

Use the basketball-hoop dismantling guide to distinguish portable equipment from anchored assemblies before planning removal.

Sources: Lifetime portable basketball hoop construction and handling; Dropcurb current pricing and standard pickup scope.

Choose reuse or disposal

If the hoop is still reusable, find a recipient who can manage its specific equipment and removal. If it is no longer wanted, arrange appropriate dismantling for a fixed installation or prepare a detached portable hoop for disposal.

Sources: Lifetime portable basketball hoop construction and handling; Dropcurb current pricing and standard pickup scope.

Where Dropcurb fits

Dropcurb fits an accepted, already-detached basketball hoop that is outside and accessible. The pickup includes loading, transportation and disposal. Dropcurb does not provide indoor carrying, demolition, cutting an anchored pole, removing concrete foundations or disassembly; if you need indoor carrying, choose a service that includes that labor.

Sources: Lifetime portable basketball hoop construction and handling; Dropcurb current pricing and standard pickup scope.

Current Dropcurb prices

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ItemPickup of oneEach additional
Basketball Hoop$109$59

For accepted items outside and accessible. Your pickup uses the highest first-item price, plus the additional-item price for each remaining item. Loading, transportation and disposal are included. Prices are before applicable sales tax; see your total before payment.

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