Hauling Service Near Me: Prices, Options & How to Choose [2026]

A hauling service near me costs between $75 and $800 per job, with the national average at $250 according to HomeGuide. The price depends on three factors: how much stuff you need hauled, whether the hauler enters your home or picks up from the curb, and whether you hire a franchise or an independent operator.

Franchise hauling services charge a minimum of $95 to $200 for even one item because they price by truck volume. A single couch occupying 1/8 of a truck still costs $149 to $200 at Two Men and a Junk Truck or Junk King. A full truckload of roughly 450 cubic feet costs $400 to $600.

Curbside hauling services like Dropcurb charge a flat $79 per pickup with no minimum truckload requirement. You place items at the curb and a hauler with a pickup truck collects them — often the same day. Additional items cost $19 to $39 each depending on size.

Independent haulers found on Craigslist or Nextdoor charge $50 to $300+ with negotiable pricing, but carry no guarantees on insurance, disposal methods, or reliability.

Hauling services fall into four categories, each suited to different situations.

• •Full-service hauling companies (1-800-GOT-JUNK, College Hunks, Junk King, Two Men and a Junk Truck) send a two-person crew to your home. They carry items from anywhere in your house, load their truck, and dispose of everything. This is the most expensive option because you are paying for labor, a branded truck, and franchise overhead. Best for: large cleanouts, heavy items you cannot move, and situations where you need someone inside your home.

• •Curbside hauling services (Dropcurb) pick up items you have already placed at the curb, driveway, or sidewalk. A single hauler with a pickup truck handles the job. No crew enters your home. This eliminates labor costs and keeps prices at $79 per pickup. Best for: furniture, mattresses, appliances, and other items you can move outside.

• •Marketplace platforms (LoadUp, Taskrabbit, Thumbtack, Angi) connect you with independent contractors. Prices and service quality vary by operator. LoadUp sets per-item rates. Taskrabbit charges hourly ($40 to $80/hour in most cities). Best for: flexible scheduling and comparing multiple quotes.

• •Dumpster rental services (Waste Management, Budget Dumpster) drop a dumpster at your property for 5 to 7 days. You load it yourself at your own pace. Average cost is $380 per rental. Best for: renovation projects, multi-day cleanouts, and large volumes of mixed debris.

Most hauling services accept these common household items:

• •Furniture — couches, tables, chairs, dressers, desks, bookshelves, bed frames, entertainment centers

• •Mattresses and box springs — all sizes including king, queen, twin, and crib mattresses

• •Appliances — refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, stoves, microwaves, window AC units, dehumidifiers

• •Electronics — TVs, monitors, computers, printers, gaming consoles (e-waste recycling required in many states)

• •Exercise equipment — treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes, weight benches

• •General clutter — boxes, bags, small household items, toys, clothing, tools

Items most hauling services refuse include hazardous materials (paint, chemicals, motor oil), medical waste, asbestos, and in some cases tires and construction debris. Full-service franchises like Junk King accept light construction debris. Curbside services focus on items one person can lift.

For small jobs (1 to 5 items), a hauling service costs less than a dumpster rental. Dropcurb charges $79 to $199 for a curbside pickup of several items. A dumpster rental costs $300 to $500 minimum plus you spend hours loading it yourself.

For large jobs (full room or whole-house cleanout), a dumpster rental often costs less per cubic foot since you are providing the labor. A 20-yard dumpster rents for $350 to $500 and holds roughly the same volume as a full junk removal truckload that costs $400 to $800 with a franchise hauler.

The tradeoff is time versus money. A hauling service finishes the job in 30 minutes to 2 hours. A dumpster sits in your driveway for 5 to 7 days while you fill it. If your time is worth more than the price difference, a hauling service wins.

Picking the right hauling service comes down to matching your situation to the right service type.

• •If items are already outside or you can move them to the curb, choose a curbside hauling service. Dropcurb charges $79 and picks up same day. You avoid paying $150+ for a two-person crew to carry items that are already accessible.

• •If items are inside and too heavy to move (upstairs furniture, basement cleanout), choose a full-service hauler. 1-800-GOT-JUNK and College Hunks send crews trained for heavy lifting. Expect $150 to $800+ depending on volume.

• •If you want to compare quotes from multiple local pros, use a marketplace like Thumbtack or Angi. You will get 3 to 5 estimates within hours. Just verify each contractor carries insurance before booking.

• •If you have a multi-day project with ongoing debris, rent a dumpster. Load at your own pace over 5 to 7 days for a flat fee of $300 to $500.

Where your items end up depends on which hauling service you hire.

Eco-friendly haulers like Junkluggers claim to divert 60% or more of collected items from landfills through donation, recycling, and repurposing partnerships. Junk King advertises similar recycling rates.

Franchise haulers like 1-800-GOT-JUNK donate usable items to local charities and recycle metals, electronics, and appliances. The exact diversion rate varies by franchise location.

Curbside haulers on Dropcurb make their own disposal decisions. Many independent haulers resell usable items, scrap metals at recycling centers, and donate to thrift stores — keeping disposal costs low and maximizing their earnings per pickup.

Independent operators found online have no disposal requirements. Some donate and recycle responsibly. Others take the cheapest route to the nearest landfill. If eco-friendly disposal matters to you, ask for specifics before booking.