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Junk Removal in Chicago

Junk removal in Chicago, Illinois is handled by a mix of private haulers, donation centers, and city services, giving residents from Rogers Park and Logan Square to Hyde Park and Beverly plenty of options. Whether you’re clearing out a basement, getting rid of an old couch, or cleaning up after a renovation, comparing local junk removal companies across Chicago and surrounding suburbs can help you find the best price, schedule, and service for your neighborhood.

With 99 haulers competing in Chicago, quotes vary widely - it pays to compare two or three before you book.

99Local Businesses
9.8/10Avg. rating from 123 reviews
$120-$550Typical local job (competitive market)
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Top Junk Removal Businesses in Chicago

Park Forest Junk Removal junk removal

Park Forest Junk Removal

10out of 10
(14 reviews)

About this business

Park Forest Junk Removal shows up like the kind of crew you want on a real jobsite, not the kind that makes you babysit the whole process. Folks keep saying **on time** and they mean it—basement cleanouts, garage and shed clear-outs, a remodel house cleanup, even those “stacked washer and dryer in a tight and difficult spot” situations that usually turn into a whole thing. And they don’t turn it into a whole thing. ...

What customers say

“I needed a piece of large furniture to be hauled. Park Forest Junk Removal was very responsive and communicative. My furniture was hauled off within 1 day of reaching out to them. The two guys who showed up were on time, friendly, fast, and efficient. I had no issues. 5/5 would recommend them to anyone!”

— Eric Liles

“I’m very happy and impressed at the great job you guys did for my sister. I can’t thank you enough. I will certainly recommend your company to everyone and anyone who is looking for stuff to be moved or removed. Thanks again for all the hard work you’ve done. You are truly appreciated!”

— William Finn
Chicago, IL 60601
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DAPS Dumpster and Junk Removal Services junk removal

DAPS Dumpster and Junk Removal Services

8.8out of 10
(14 reviews)

About this business

DAPS Dumpster and Junk Removal Services has one of those reputations you see a lot in the local junk/dumpster world: when it’s clicking, folks call it a **10/10 great experience** and say the guy’s **the real deal**—and when it’s not, it can go sideways fast. On the good side, the repeat-use crowd talks like contractors talk. **Fantastic company to work with**, **easy to deal with**, shows up **prepared**, and they ...

What customers say

“My company has hired DAPS DUMPSTERS multiple times, from them renting their dumpsters to them actually moving some things themselves. They are equipped and stay prepared to handle bizniz’. 5 Stars in my opinion.”

— Gerald Lofton

“Fantastic company to work with!”

— Blue Scale Media
Chicago, IL 60601
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In & Out Junk Removal LLC junk removal

In & Out Junk Removal LLC

10out of 10
(13 reviews)

About this business

In & Out Junk Removal LLC is one of those crews around Chicago that keeps it simple: on time, responsive, and no fuss when the job’s already a headache. I’ve watched a lot of outfits talk a big game and then ghost you, show up late, or start “discovering” extra charges once the truck’s backed in. But these reviews read like a company that runs tight from the first call to the cleaned out apartment. And the big tell ...

What customers say

“All around job well done. Good communication, fairly priced w/ an accurate estimate, and removal of the items were quick and painless.”

— Andrew R

“I just used this service yesterday and I was extremely impressed with how fast these guys got it done. I found them on Facebook after an ad popped up. I sent a message and they were very responsive. I had a few companies that responded but we decided to go with them. It was a bitter sweet moment for us to donate the rest of mom's items due to her passing last year. But we're glad we decided to go with them and donate her items. They got in and out literally! Thank you everyone and Jazmin who I communicated with was very nice as well.”

— N Turner
6155 S Maplewood Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
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New Lenox Junk Removal junk removal

New Lenox Junk Removal

10out of 10
(13 reviews)

About this business

If you’ve been around New Lenox job sites and cleanouts long enough, you start sorting junk-removal outfits into two piles: the ones that talk a good game, and the ones that show up **on time** and just handle it. New Lenox Junk Removal keeps landing in that second pile. Folks keep saying the same things in different ways—**FAST**, **worked quickly**, “out in 20 minutes,” “less than 10 minutes.” And that’s not ...

What customers say

“Fast, courteous, personable, and friendly service. We were extremely pleased with their professional and expert clearing of our mother's apartment. We also valued their quick and concise communication. Highly recommend.”

— Lew Lang

“New Lenox Junk Removal helped me remove old furniture and garbage that had compiled after my move. They were very kind, professional and very affordable. I appreciate their help and how quickly they arrived following my request for someone to come out to my location. Thank you, so much! I highly recommend them!”

— Julie Reece
Chicago, IL 60601
(815) 473-8820
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M&B Junk Removal junk removal

M&B Junk Removal

10out of 10
(13 reviews)

About this business

Around Glen Ellyn and over into the Naperville area, M&B Junk Removal has started to get that kind of word-of-mouth you only see when a crew keeps showing up on time and doing what they said they’d do. And in this business, that’s half the battle. You can tell from the way folks talk about Dylan and Logan—quick, professional, stress-free, no fuss—that they run it like a real operation, not a “we’ll get to you ...

What customers say

“Don’t bother researching or calling other company’s, these guys are the whole package. Texted a pic for a quote and they were at my house in hours with a smile on their face, super respectful and caring of my home. Super great people to do business with!”

— Zach LaRocco

“Heard this was a new operation, so I was a bit hesitant at first… but I was nothing short of amazed! These young men were efficient and priced fairly for the job I asked of them. Thanks again, boys!”

— Dominic B
Chicago, IL 60601
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R Proficient GC LLC junk removal

R Proficient GC LLC

10out of 10
(12 reviews)

About this business

Around Chicago Lawn/Midway, you see a lot of “junk removal” outfits come and go. R Proficient GC LLC doesn’t feel like one of those. Folks keep describing the same basics that matter in the real world: **on time**, **respond quick**, **came next day**, sometimes even **came the day of**. That tells you how they run their schedule — they actually answer the phone and they actually show up. How many crews do you call ...

What customers say

“Very professional owner, did an excellent job with removing demo debris.Everything was fast and proficient!”

— Anthony Ruiz

“10/10 would recommend! Quick and easy to work with. They left my space clean and didn't damage any surrounding things I had. They were also able to take some extra things while there after giving me a quote.”

— kevin melendez
6553 S Komensky Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(872) 337-0038
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Dan's Hauling Company junk removal

Dan's Hauling Company

8out of 10
(12 reviews)

About this business

Dan’s Hauling Company has a reputation around town for being the lowest price in town on a dumpster drop, and yeah, sometimes that part goes smooth. People say Dan (the owner) sounds great up front—responsive, easy to deal with when you’re deciding who to hire, quick to text back, all that. But once the dumpster is down and you’re counting on the follow-through? That’s where the wheels can come off. And I’ve seen ...

Chicago, IL 60601
(630) 279-7400
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Rx Movers & Junk Removal junk removal

Rx Movers & Junk Removal

10out of 10
(11 reviews)

About this business

RX Movers & Junk Removal operates like one of those crews that actually understands how moves and junk removal go in the real world — last minute, heavy stuff, tight hallways, and customers already stressed out. And they don’t add to the chaos. Folks keep saying the same things: they show up **on time**, they stay **efficient**, and they keep it **professional** without acting stiff or cold about it. And the big ...

What customers say

“had such a great experience with RX Movers & Junk Removal. They showed up on time, were super friendly, and handled everything with care. The whole move went smoother than I expected — they worked fast but still made sure nothing got damaged. I also had them do some junk removal, and they took care of it quickly and left everything clean. It really made my move a lot less stressful. I’m so glad I chose RX Movers & Junk Removal — I’ll definitely be calling them again and recommending them to my friends and family!”

— Debra Warfield

“Were extremely efficient and respectable! Will be recommending this company to anyone in need.”

— Jabari Sutton
Chicago, IL 60601
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Ramos Junk Removal junk removal

Ramos Junk Removal

10out of 10
(11 reviews)

About this business

Around here, Ramos Junk Removal has built the kind of word-of-mouth you only get by showing up and doing the work. Folks keep circling back to the same things: **same day service**, **super quick turnaround**, and a crew that stays **professional and prompt**. That usually tells me they run their schedule tight and don’t play the “we’ll be there sometime between 8 and 8” game. And when people say **fast service and ...

What customers say

“Very professional and prompt. I recommend 10 put of 10!”

— J J

“Highly recommended for any garbage disposal fast service and reasonable prices”

— Oscar Cervantes
Chicago, IL 60601
(630) 303-6173
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Greg's Clean Out Service & junk removal junk removal

Greg's Clean Out Service & junk removal

10out of 10
(10 reviews)

About this business

Around here, **Greg’s Clean Out Service & junk removal** comes off like one of those small operators that just quietly handles business. People keep circling back to the same basics: **Greg did a good job at a great price**, and he doesn’t make you chase him down to get it done. And the way the scheduling sounds, it’s pretty **no fuss**. One review mentions he **gave an estimate and was out the next day**—that tells ...

What customers say

“Gave me an estimate and was out the next day did a great job.”

— Ofelia Chavez

“Greg did a good job at a great price”

— Aaliyah Harvey
Chicago, IL 60601
(773) 310-8948
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Average Junk Removal Costs Chicago

Service TypeTypical Price Range
Single item removal (couch, mattress)$80–$150
Quarter truck load$150–$250
Half truck load$250–$400
Full truck load$450–$750
Estate cleanout$1,200–$9,000+ (varies widely)
Construction debris removal$300–$900+ depending on volume & materials

* These are typical ranges for the Chicago based on available data and industry norms. Exact quotes will depend on access, item type, disposal fees, and volume. Prices not accurate? Let us know

Local Junk Disposal Rules & Recycling Programs in Chicago

  • In Chicago, regular household trash is typically collected in city-issued carts or dumpsters in the alley, while recyclables go in designated recycling carts; bulk items like mattresses, sofas, and large furniture usually require a special pickup or coordinated set-out day.
  • Residents are generally asked to place bulk items out in the alley or at the designated collection point no earlier than the evening before pickup (often after 7 p.m.) and no later than early morning on collection day (commonly by 7 a.m.), so items are not left out for days at a time.
  • Many bulk pickups in Chicago have practical volume limits, often around 3–6 cubic yards per visit (roughly a pile about the size of a small car, such as 6 ft wide × 10 ft long × 3 ft high); larger cleanouts may require multiple trips or a special roll-off dumpster rental.
  • There is a clear distinction between regular household trash (bagged everyday waste), recyclables (clean paper, cardboard, cans, and bottles), bulk items (furniture, mattresses, large appliances once prepared), and construction & demolition debris (drywall, lumber, bricks, roofing), which is often not accepted in normal bulk pickup and may need a private hauler or dumpster.
  • Construction and renovation debris from projects in Chicago—such as broken concrete, tile, plaster, and roofing shingles—is typically the property owner’s responsibility and often must be hauled by a licensed junk removal company or taken to an approved disposal or recycling facility, rather than left out with regular trash.
  • When setting out bulk items in Chicago’s alleys or at the curb, residents should keep sidewalks, alleys, garages, driveways, and storm drains clear, and avoid blocking access to trash carts, recycling carts, or parked cars so city crews and private haulers can safely reach the materials.
  • Rules can vary by ward, building type, and whether you use city or private collection, so always confirm the latest trash, recycling, and bulk pickup guidelines on the official City of Chicago sanitation website or through your building management.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago Junk Removal

What kinds of items do junk removal services in Chicago typically take?

Most Chicago junk removal companies will haul away furniture, mattresses, appliances, electronics, household clutter, yard waste, and bagged trash, along with some construction debris like wood and drywall. Hazardous materials, paints, chemicals, and certain automotive items are usually not accepted.

Will Chicago junk haulers donate or recycle my items?

Many junk removal services in Chicago try to donate usable furniture, clothing, and household goods to local charities and send metals, electronics, and cardboard to recycling facilities when possible. Ask each hauler how they handle donations and recycling before you book.

Do I need to be on-site for a junk removal pickup in Chicago?

In Chicago, many haulers prefer that you or a representative be on-site to confirm what goes and to handle payment, but some will offer contactless pickup if items are clearly labeled and accessible in an alley, garage, or curbside area.

How far in advance should I schedule junk removal in Chicago?

For most standard loads, scheduling 2–3 days in advance is usually enough in Chicago, but during busy times like spring cleanouts or moving season, it’s smart to book about a week ahead to get your preferred time slot.

Will junk removal companies in Chicago take items from my apartment or high-rise?

Many Chicago junk removal providers are experienced with walk-ups and high-rises and will remove items from inside units, basements, and storage lockers, but they may charge extra for stairs, elevator coordination, or difficult access, so mention these details when requesting a quote.

Responsible Junk Removal in Chicago

Responsible junk removal in Chicago means keeping usable items out of the landfill whenever possible. Before throwing everything away, consider donating furniture, working appliances, and household goods so they can be reused by others, and make sure metals, electronics, and cardboard are separated for recycling.

To avoid illegal dumping in alleys, vacant lots, or near Lake Michigan and local waterways, always work with reputable haulers and ask about their donation partners and recycling practices. Using Junk Removal 365 to compare providers in Chicago can help you find companies that prioritize reuse, donation, and recycling while disposing of the rest safely and legally.

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