Junk removal services are best when you are throwing off large household or commercial items that can be detrimental to move or get rid of. Junk removal services can work on items such as refrigerators, washers, old mattresses, pieces of furniture, and heavy construction materials.
The fees for junk removal vary depending on the amount and type of junk. The cost ranges from $50 to $150 while bigger jobs cost $130 to $360. In contrast, a dumpster rental can cost $290 to $480 on average depending on the size needed for the garbage.
Dumpster rental can be more costly than hiring a junk removal service. It is best to consult a junk removal service first especially if you are dealing with single item pick-ups that will not require much time to be picked up and disposed of. If what you are disposing of are small loads under 10 yards, it will save you much money to hire a junk removal service than wasting a few extra dollars on dumpster rental.
It is better to hire a junk removal service when you are doing complex cleanups or when speed is your priority. Junk removal service is often cheaper than dumpster rental when you only have a few large bulk trash items.