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Bulk Junk Removal in Staten Island, New York

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 Staten Island

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 Staten Island. 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 Staten Island?

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

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

5 ways to get rid of junk in Staten Island

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 Staten Island?

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

Does Staten Island pick up bulk junk?

Junk removal in Staten Island starts at $79 with Dropcurb. NYC DSNY lets residents set out up to 6 large items per collection day for free — no appointment needed. But Staten Island's lower pickup frequency and regular sanitation workers (no dedicated bulk truck) mean items often sit curbside for days.

City program details: NYC DSNY free bulk pickup — set out up to 6 large items per collection day (appointments no longer required). Items must be placed curbside by 6 PM the evening before collection. All NYC properties with 1-9 residential units must use official NYC Bins for regular trash set-out by June 1, 2026 deadline — fines start at $50 first offense, up to $200 for repeat violations. Nearly 1 million bins already ordered. E-waste banned from trash; CFC appliances require separate DSNY request.

NYC DSNY now allows up to 6 large items per collection day without appointments — just set out by 6 PM the evening before collection. However, Staten Island lacks Manhattan or Brooklyn's pickup density; regular sanitation workers decide whether to take large items on their route, with no dedicated bulk truck. By June 1, 2026, all NYC properties with 1-9 residential units must use official NYC Bins for regular trash set-out — fines start at $50 first offense, up to $200 for repeat violations. Nearly 1 million bins already ordered citywide as of March 2026. Junk Heroes (gotjunkheroes.com) serves SI, NYC, and NJ with same-day service, background-checked uniformed crews, and high repeat booking rates. Top Notch Junk Removal (topnotchjunkremoval.com) is the #1-rated SI hauler — residential and commercial, demolitions, flood debris cleanups, and ecofriendly e-waste disposal. Junk Removal Staten Island (929-416-0106) offers competitive pricing across all SI neighborhoods. On Time Rubbish Removal (718-612-6176) at 66 Seaver Ave provides same-day pickups, appliance removal, estate cleanouts, construction debris removal, snow removal, and garage cleanouts. 1-844-JUNK-RAT is family-owned with a standing $20 discount for new customers. Taskrabbit junk haulers start at $40/hour but pricing is unpredictable. LoadUp starts at $79 per item. 1-800-GOT-JUNK has a dedicated Staten Island office charging $150-$600+. Flat Rate Junk Removal NY serves all boroughs with 24-yard trucks.

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

DSNY bulk is free — but Staten Island has no dedicated bulk truck.

DSNY now lets you set out up to 6 large items per collection day without an appointment. Sounds great — except Staten Island has no dedicated bulk truck. Regular sanitation workers decide what to take on their route, meaning your couch may sit curbside for multiple collection cycles in Tottenville or Great Kills while neighbors notice.

6 items

max large items per DSNY collection day

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SI residents sharing DSNY capacity

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free uncertainty vs. same-day Dropcurb

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 Staten Island residents choose Dropcurb for junk removal

Dropcurb's $79 eliminates Staten Island's 5-10 day DSNY wait. No calling 311, no items sitting curbside for days on end. Same-day pickup means your Todt Hill or Great Kills curb stays clean — book online in 60 seconds.

Serving St. George, Tottenville, Great Kills, New Dorp, Todt Hill, West Brighton, and 6 more neighborhoods in Staten Island.

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