Bulk Junk Removal in Richmond, Virginia
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 Richmond
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Place your junk at the curb, driveway, or alley. No wrapping, no disassembly.
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How much does junk removal cost in Richmond?
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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Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, LoadUp): $150–$600+
5 ways to get rid of junk in Richmond
Compared by cost, speed, and effort — pick the right option for your situation.
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 Richmond?
- • Garage cleanout with mixed junk
- • Post-move leftover boxes and packing materials
- • Yard debris mixed with household junk
- • Storage unit cleanout
Does Richmond pick up bulk junk?
Junk removal in Richmond, VA starts at $79 with Dropcurb — same-day curbside pickup, no estimates, no waiting. Richmond's 230,000+ residents can use the city's bulk collection, but scheduling delays and item restrictions push most people to faster alternatives.
City program details: Bulk/Brush Collection via 311. Appliances: $50 each. On-demand same-day bulk: $100/request. Annual neighborhood cleanup: March-November, 15 neighborhoods visited twice on Saturdays. Drop-off: Hopkins Road Transfer Station & East Richmond Road Convenience Center — free with Richmond ID.
Richmond offers bulk/brush collection through Public Works with 311 scheduling, but appliance pickup costs $50 per appliance and on-demand same-day bulk collection runs $100 per request. The Southside Transfer Station (3506 N Hopkins Rd, operated by WM) accepts residential drop-offs free with a Richmond address ID (M-F 7:00am-4:30pm, Sat 8:30am-2pm). The East Richmond Road Convenience Center (3800 East Richmond Rd) also accepts residential drop-offs — hours may vary, check before visiting. CVWMA handles tire disposal: 4 tires free, $1/tire for additional passenger tires, $5/tire for tractor-trailer. The city runs an annual neighborhood cleanup from mid-March through early November, visiting 15 neighborhoods twice on Saturdays. Junk Goats Richmond (804-494-7999) is locally owned since 2020, rated 5.0 stars with 400+ reviews, and offers same-day service with upfront pricing. RVA Junk Removal is a well-reviewed local option for cleanouts. Junk Shot Richmond offers an online cost estimator tool for budgeting. TurboHaul (804-294-4443) has operated since 1995 and claims up to 40% savings vs competitors, with a 15% commercial discount. Junkluggers Central VA focuses on eco-friendly removal with donation and recycling prioritization. Get My Junk is veteran-owned, donates to Goodwill/Salvation Army, and offers free on-site quotes. Junk King Richmond has trucks 20% larger than competitors with volume-based pricing starting at $149. LoadUp starts at $79/item plus a $50-80 service area fee (20% cancellation fee). Average Richmond junk removal runs $200-$850 per job depending on volume.
Dropcurb picks up bulk junk same-day in Richmond for $79 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.
Free drop-off if you have a truck. $100 for same-day city pickup.
Richmond's transfer stations are free for residents, but you need a vehicle, a valid Richmond address ID, and to get there during limited hours (closed Sundays). Appliance pickup through 311 costs $50 each. On-demand same-day bulk collection is $100 per request. The annual neighborhood cleanup runs March through November but only visits your area twice per season.
$100
city fee for on-demand same-day bulk pickup
$50/ea
per appliance pickup fee via 311
$200-850
average private junk removal cost in Richmond
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 Richmond residents choose Dropcurb for junk removal
Skip Richmond's bulk collection scheduling delays entirely. Dropcurb serves The Fan, Museum District, Church Hill, Scott's Addition, and all Richmond neighborhoods for $79 flat rate with same-day pickup — no 311 calls, no on-site estimates, no monthly waiting periods.
Serving The Fan, Museum District, Short Pump, Carytown, Church Hill, Shockoe Bottom, and 2 more neighborhoods in Richmond.
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