Fabulous service. Booked online and they were there in half an hour and took the mattress and topper away! Also spoke with someone on the phone too who was so nice. Jack was very friendly and professional!!
Tina CoyleGuide
10 hours ago · 13 reviews
Serving Reading, PA
Same-Day Curbside Junk Removal in Reading
Starting at $79. Additional items from $19.
See your price instantly. Book in 60 seconds. Set it at the curb and it's gone — same day.
Price locked at bookingNo home entrySame-day pickup
1,000+
Cities covered
50
States served
Nationwide
Same-day
Pickup available
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Your pickup
Couch
Standard sofa
Queen mattress
+ $29 add-on
Dresser
+ $29 add-on
Total
$0$79$108$137
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Flat prices in Reading. Every item.
First item includes the pickup fee. Each additional item is a flat add-on. No hourly rates, no truck-volume math, no on-site estimates.
Mattress Removal
View →$99first item · +$30 each more
Any size mattress or box spring picked up curbside same-day. Most municipal programs restrict mattresses from regular trash — we take them with no questions asked.
Couch Removal
View →$99first item · +$28 each more
Sectionals, recliners, loveseats, sleeper sofas. No disassembly needed — leave it at the curb. Flat-rate pricing, picked up the same day you book.
Furniture Removal
View →$79first item · +$29 each more
Desks, dressers, tables, bookshelves, bed frames, entertainment centers. One item or a full room clearout. Transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
Appliance Recycling
View →$134first item · +$84 each more
Appliance recycling in Reading starts at $79 with Dropcurb, and most appliance recycling pickups can be booked online in about 60 seconds, then finished curbside the same day in many ZIP codes. In Reading, appliance recycling demand stays steady around move-out turnover in neighborhoods like Centro de Reading, Oakbrook, and Riverside, where old washers, fridges, and ranges need to be out before new deliveries arrive. The city allows one bulky item per week, but Reading's published trash rules also restrict cooling appliances unless Freon is professionally removed and the unit is tagged by a certified technician, which creates extra steps for fast appliance recycling jobs. Nearby West Reading guidance points residents to Laurel Street Recycling in Reading and notes that appliances containing Freon carry an added fee, so disposal is rarely as simple as leaving everything at the curb. Dropcurb closes that gap with upfront pricing, text updates, and photo proof, without requiring in-home crew entry. Competitor pricing is mixed in Reading: LoadUp advertises refrigerator disposal starting at $87, while many traditional providers still require quote-first calls and appointment windows. If you need appliance recycling in Reading without waiting weeks, Dropcurb gives you a faster curbside path from booking to pickup.
TV Removal
View →$99first item · +$39 each more
TV & Electronics in Reading starts at $79 with Dropcurb, and you can book in about 60 seconds, set items at the curb, and get same-day pickup in most Reading ZIP codes. TV & Electronics demand stays high in Reading because turnover is constant in rental-heavy blocks around Centro de Reading and Riverside, where older flat screens and broken monitors stack up during move-outs and upgrades. Reading’s drop-off recycling guidance says city residences get one large electronics item picked up curbside per week, then additional devices need separate drop-off planning, which slows down cleanouts when you have multiple TVs to clear at once. Pennsylvania DEP electronics rules add another constraint, because covered devices like televisions and computer monitors are not allowed in regular trash and must be recycled through approved programs. That leaves many households needing a fast TV-removal option that is compliant and predictable. LoadUp advertises TV disposal in Reading starting at $82, but Dropcurb starts at $79 for tv-removal with guaranteed upfront pricing, no in-home entry, text ETAs, and photo confirmation when the curb is cleared.
Construction Debris Removal
View →$109first item · +$59 each more
Construction debris in Reading starts at $109 with Dropcurb, and you can book online in about 60 seconds, leave material curbside, and get same-day pickup in most Reading ZIP codes. Construction debris demand in Reading is steady in neighborhoods like Oakbrook and Riverside where quick kitchen, flooring, and basement projects create drywall, lumber, and tile piles that need to move before the next contractor day. Reading residents also face strict municipal limits: the city allows one bulky item weekly, and construction debris over 70 pounds or longer than 3 feet is restricted unless it is bundled separately, which leaves many renovation loads outside normal curbside pickup. Reading also sends regular trash to a nearby landfill while recyclables route to Cougle’s Recycling in Hamburg and Total Recycle in Birdsboro, so homeowners often need a faster path for construction debris that does not fit city collection rules. LoadUp advertises construction debris removal in Reading starting at $89, but Dropcurb starts at $109 with transparent item-first pricing, no in-home entry, text ETA updates, and photo confirmation after pickup.
E-Waste Disposal
View →$99first item · +$39 each more
TVs, monitors, computers, printers, and other electronics. Most curbside programs reject e-waste — we pick it up and ensure proper disposal.
Exercise Equipment Removal
View →$159first item · +$85 each more
Treadmills, ellipticals, weight benches, stationary bikes, home gyms. Heavy and awkward to move — get it to the curb and we handle the rest.
Bulk Junk Removal
View →$79first item · +$29 each more
Multiple items in one pickup. Garage cleanouts, move-out piles, post-renovation debris. Add items to your order and see the total price upfront.
Reading's bulk pickup has limits — we don't
Monthly service generates massive backlogs, forcing residents to self-haul to Reading Area Waste for $10-22 per load or pay 1-800-GOT-JUNK $150-$600+. Local haulers charge $100-$350 but availability varies in Reading's competitive market.
OptionPrice
Reading Public Works Bulk Collection
$15 per pickupCity program — monthly collection with item restrictions.
Wait time: 4-7 weeks · Only runs monthly · Item restrictions apply · $15 per pickup
Self-haul to Reading Area Waste - Reading
$10-22 per loadDrive to the nearest transfer station or landfill.
Need a truck · Load it yourself · Limited hours · Immediate disposal · Accepts most materials
1-800-GOT-JUNK
$150 – $600+National franchise with on-site estimates.
Must be home · $150+ minimum · On-site pricing · 2-3 day wait · Well-known brand · Full-service
Local haulers
$100 – $350Independent operators via Craigslist or Thumbtack.
Inconsistent pricing · No insurance · Quality varies · Often cheaper · Flexible
Dropcurb
$79Curbside pickup. Book online in 60 seconds. Same-day service. No crew in your home.
✓ Instant pricing · ✓ Same-day · ✓ $50 guarantee · ✓ No home entry
Items Reading won’t pick up — but we will
✓ Appliances (fridges, washers, dryers, AC units)·✓ Electronics (TVs, monitors, computers)·✓ Tires (up to 4)
Does Reading offer free bulk pickup?
Yes. Reading Public Works Bulk Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 4-7 weeks. Fees: $15 per pickup
Local market data for Reading
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Google Reviews
Rated 5.0 stars across 100+ verified Google reviews.
Real customers across 19 states — including Reading, PA and nearby cities. Verified on Google.
This was a very quick and seamless process!
Bernardo Medeiros
18 hours ago · 2 reviews
Responsive, priced right, did what they said they would do. Will definitely use them again!
John Weiss
5 days ago · 15 reviews
Responsive and helpful.
Rey Shah
7 days ago
Best service and prompt!
Victor PerezGuide
1 week ago · 7 reviews
Great experience, very easy to book. Team was very communicative and were flexible when I needed to reschedule my pickup. Highly recommend.
Warren CreamerGuide
1 week ago · 20 reviews
I went online and found Dropcurb for a couch that was placed outside a dumpster. The team was quick to respond and then…
Kristina Chervenka
1 week ago
I shopped around for the best price to take away an old water heater tank and Dropcurb was the best, by a lot, which was…
Veronica Protrader
1 week ago · 2 reviews
Absolutely painless easy experience — thank you for the prompt amazing service!
E. R.Guide
1 week ago · 11 reviews
Great customer service and items picked up in a timely manner. Prices are reasonable and I will definitely use Dropcurb again. Highly recommend.
Lori Rich
1 week ago · 10 reviews
Very good people to work with — very responsive and quick.
Jovan Holmes
1 week ago · 2 reviews
Excellent and on-time service!
Jeremy Zacks
1 week ago · 2 reviews
Quick response, prompt payment.
K. H.
2 weeks ago · 5 reviews
Had a sofa to remove and my garbage company said to leave it on the curb and they'd pick it up within the next 3 weeks…
Jared Frederickson
2 weeks ago · 12 reviews
Very easy pickup and disposal — absolutely love working with them!
Steve Fites
2 weeks ago
So easy to collaborate with friends and family to get those mattresses out of storage and disposed of properly for a decent cost! Winning with this company!
Ann Lindstrom
2 weeks ago · 4 reviews
Amazing experience. We booked the day before and Jack was super communicative. We had time constraints and had to refund…
Zhengyuan Ma
2 weeks ago · 4 reviews
We needed a treadmill disposed of and Dropcurb was the best price by FAR…
Michelle Bennett
2 weeks ago · 11 reviews
Easy schedule, easy pay, and it was gone on schedule!
Leslie Lucas
3 weeks ago · 6 reviews
Super easy process! I left my items out by the curb and they were gone quickly. Really appreciated the text and photo confirmation once the job was finished.
Courtney Burton
4 weeks ago · 7 reviews
These guys were amazing — a way better deal than 1-800-GOT-JUNK!
Shef Osborn
4 weeks ago · 3 reviews
Great communication and support! Highly recommend.
Adam Zimmerman
4 weeks ago · 5 reviews
For those with poor county or city bulk trash pickup service, this is a great reasonable solution.
Nancy Turnbeaugh
4 weeks ago · 9 reviews
Great service! Same day! Courteous pickup people! Highly recommend!
Sean H.
5 weeks ago · 3 reviews
Excellent service, extremely good communication. Let me know exactly what to expect and what times to have my items at the curb…
Jason ChristensenGuide
5 weeks ago · 8 reviews
Fast, friendly and great communication with an easy to use website. Definitely would recommend and use their services again.
Faye Lin
5 weeks ago
Quick and efficient!
Chad Gielow
6 weeks ago · 4 reviews
The team was extremely accommodating even when we had more trash than expected. They went above and beyond for us and I'd absolutely use them again!
Colin S.Guide
6 weeks ago · 13 reviews
Great work. I called and they came so quickly. And they cleaned up. I'll definitely use them again.
B. J.
7 weeks ago
We needed to get rid of couches that donations would not respond to. I didn't want to pay the astronomical prices other companies quoted…
Christina Wells
7 weeks ago · 11 reviews
The service was great! They even picked up on the same day. Would definitely recommend!
Ashleigh Strong
7 weeks ago
I was able to book an appointment online, and the process was seamless. Great communications throughout! I'll definitely do it again when I do more cleaning up. Thank you, Dropcurb!
Kim Satterfield
11 weeks ago · 6 reviews
Great communication.
Ed Xandr
16 hours ago · 4 reviews
Very clear communication, highly recommend.
Jackson Glines
2 days ago · 2 reviews
Very professional and they get the job done on time. Communication is spot on and very responsive!
Villera Jamu
6 days ago · 3 reviews
Love the service.
Robin Banks
1 week ago · 9 reviews
They get it done and fast — two thumbs up.
Tim Moore
1 week ago · 2 reviews
Quick easy clean process. Would definitely deal with Dropcurb again!
Joseph
1 week ago · 2 reviews
I had a great experience with Dropcurb. Their price was the best around and their service very good, better than expected. No question who I will use next time.
Sevonne CohenGuide
1 week ago · 19 reviews
I had a great experience. They came and picked up my elliptical right on time and delivered exactly what they said. I recommend if you need to haul materials away.
Mark Farris
1 week ago
Fast and reliable.
L. C.
1 week ago · 3 reviews
Awesome experience. Roger was amiable and efficient.
Geoffrey LordiGuide
1 week ago · 41 reviews
Partnering with Dropcurb included a seamless pickup and an all around smooth process, fast responses via text message…
Taylor KjosGuide
1 week ago · 8 reviews
I used Dropcurb to pick up an old elliptical that heavy trash wouldn't pick up. They came within a couple of hours…
Pehler Travel
1 week ago · 12 reviews
Simple flat rate, competitive price, easy usage, and fast friendly service. Would highly recommend the service.
Cyphix
2 weeks ago · 4 reviews
Great experience with curbside pickup. Jack was flexible with rescheduling and gave us great communication, with a heads up…
Genevieve
2 weeks ago
Steve arrived with an extra hand and was incredibly friendly. He completed the job swiftly, leaving me thoroughly satisfied. I'm definitely going to use Dropcurb in the future.
Jonathan Stephenson
2 weeks ago · 3 reviews
Fast, cheap, and prompt!
David Holmes
2 weeks ago
My wife and I needed to get our mattress and box spring removed ASAP…
Craig McClellan
2 weeks ago · 2 reviews
First time customer. Extremely responsive and an easy process. Felt too good to be true! Would definitely recommend.
Holly Horton
2 weeks ago · 2 reviews
Great experience all around. We had been quoted $400 to haul away our old sectional. I found Dropcurb online, called…
Ed KellerGuide
4 weeks ago · 32 reviews
Very prompt and helpful. Courteous too!
Stephanie Beaulieu
4 weeks ago · 3 reviews
These guys are awesome! I called around 10:30 in the morning and by 12:30 they were here to pick the stuff up. No hassle, no fuss. I love these guys and will definitely use them again.
Jenny TennantGuide
4 weeks ago · 18 reviews
Excellent service, really easy process, and it saved me money, time, and worries.
Valeria Olmedo
4 weeks ago · 2 reviews
It's been a pleasure to deal with Dropcurb. The price was reasonable, the pickup was on time, and the driver was so nice. I will definitely use them again.
Sharon BallGuide
4 weeks ago · 22 reviews
Real quick easy sign up. Really fast pickup. Definitely would go this route again!
R. H.
5 weeks ago · 7 reviews
Great service. I can just order this on a whim and not have to think about it. It's done, gone, and reliable. So much easier than stressing about it.
Tyler Good
5 weeks ago · 5 reviews
Really appreciate how easy it was to communicate with this company. Would definitely recommend!
Sarah A.
5 weeks ago · 6 reviews
Great job! So nice to just have the junk gone with little effort on my part!
Heather L.
6 weeks ago · 5 reviews
Great experience start to finish. Website was very easy to navigate and schedule a pickup. Items were gone with a picture verification via text the very next day. An A+ company.
Cory BickhamGuide
6 weeks ago · 13 reviews
Had to get rid of stuff in my basement and these guys came and did a great job.
DJ Wanesti
7 weeks ago · 8 reviews
I had a fantastic experience with Dropcurb on my last appliance pickup. Jack, the owner, was great to work with — very responsive…
Joe LiebkeGuide
7 weeks ago · 12 reviews
We had an ordinance violation and called to have the trash removed. They responded and were able to pick up same day and did an excellent job! Definitely recommend.
Steve Bilsbury
11 weeks ago · 14 reviews
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Serving all of Reading, PA
We pick up from every neighborhood and zip code in Reading and surrounding areas.
Neighborhoods we serve
Centro de ReadingOakbrookRiversideMount PennWyomissing Hills+ all of Reading
Zip codes
196011960219603196041960519606196071960819609196101961119612
FAQ
Junk removal in Reading — questions answered
Everything homeowners ask before booking their first pickup. Tap any question to expand.
Still have a question? Email usDropcurb starts at $79 for single-item curbside pickup in Reading. Each additional item adds $19–$59 depending on size. A couch is $99, a queen mattress is $99, a refrigerator is $134 — all-in prices, nothing added at checkout. Traditional junk removal companies in Reading like 1-800-GOT-JUNK charge $200–$450 for the same items because they send a crew into your home. With Dropcurb, you see the exact total before booking — no estimates, no hidden fees.