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Bulk Junk Removal in Fort Collins, Colorado

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 Fort Collins

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Curb it

Place your junk at the curb, driveway, or alley. No wrapping, no disassembly.

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Book it

Select your item, see the exact price ($79), and pick your day. 60 seconds.

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Gone

A local insured hauler picks it up same-day in Fort Collins. You get a text when it's done.

No strangers in your home. No scheduling a 4-hour window. No being home.

How much does junk removal cost in Fort Collins?

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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Pickup fee$79
First junkIncluded
Each additional junk+$29
Book junk pickup — $79

✓ Price guaranteed before you book. No surprises, no hidden fees.

Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, LoadUp): $150–$600+

5 ways to get rid of junk in Fort Collins

Compared by cost, speed, and effort — pick the right option for your situation.

MethodCostSpeedEffortBest for
City bulk pickupFree2–9 weeksSchedule ahead. Strict limits on number of items (typically 4–8 per pickup). No construction debris. Items must meet size and weight limits.You have a few items that meet your city's restrictions and can wait weeks
Rent a dumpster$250–5001–3 days deliveryDumpster sits in your driveway for 3–7 days. You load everything yourself. Overage fees if you exceed the weight limit.You have a large volume of junk and don't mind loading a dumpster over several days
Self-haul to dump$30–80 per tripSame dayNeed a truck. Multiple trips for large cleanouts. Loading, driving, unloading, and paying per trip adds up fast.You have a truck and a small amount of junk — one trip's worth
Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, etc.)$200–800+2–3 daysMust be home for in-person estimate. Crew enters your home. Pricing based on truck volume — can be unpredictable.Junk is inside the house and you need someone to carry everything out
DropcurbFrom $79Same dayPile everything at the curb. Select items in the app to see your exact price. Hauler picks up same day. No minimum or maximum.You want it all gone today — priced per item, not per truck load

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 Fort Collins?

  • Garage cleanout with mixed junk
  • Post-move leftover boxes and packing materials
  • Yard debris mixed with household junk
  • Storage unit cleanout

Does Fort Collins pick up bulk junk?

Junk removal in Fort Collins, CO starts at $79 with Dropcurb — same-day curbside pickup with instant online pricing. Fort Collins has no municipal bulk pickup program, so residents self-haul to Larimer County Landfill or hire private haulers. Junk Removal Guys of Fort Collins ((970) 847-2607) offers free estimates, Junk King Fort Collins saves $20 online, and 1-800-GOT-JUNK requires in-home estimates at $150+.

City program details: No municipal bulk pickup program. Fort Collins residents must self-haul to Larimer County Landfill (5887 S Taft Hill Road) or hire private haulers. New Transfer Station opening July 1, 2026, at Taft Hill Rd. Landfill accepts mattresses, couches, furniture, electronics, tires, and more at per-cubic-yard rates. Uncovered loads charged double fees.

Fort Collins has no municipal bulk pickup program. Larimer County Landfill at 5887 S Taft Hill Road ((970) 498-5760) accepts mattresses, couches, furniture, electronics, tires, and more at per-cubic-yard rates. Uncovered loads are charged double fees. Cash, credit cards (no AmEx), or checks accepted. After-hours drop-off adds $50. A new Transfer Station is planned to open July 1, 2026, at Taft Hill Rd with the same pricing. Larimer County, City of Loveland, City of Fort Collins, and Town of Estes Park form the Solid Waste Advisory Council for regional waste policy. Junk Removal Guys of Fort Collins ((970) 847-2607) offers free estimates for residential and commercial jobs including lawn waste and construction site cleanup. Fort Collins Junk Removal & Hauling focuses on recycling and donation. Fort Collins Junk Removal & Demo ((970) 694-7523) has provided same-day service since 2015, including light demolition and estate cleanouts. College HUNKS Hauling Junk offers upfront pricing. Junk King Fort Collins gives $20 off for online booking. 1-800-GOT-JUNK operates from the Denver/Boulder/Fort Collins office. LoadUp starts at $79 per item. CSU's 33,000+ students create major seasonal turnover spikes in August and May.

Dropcurb picks up bulk junk same-day in Fort Collins for $79 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.

No bulk pickup in Fort Collins. 170,000 residents, zero city help.

Fort Collins provides no municipal bulk pickup. Your options are driving to Larimer County Landfill on S Taft Hill Road (uncovered loads = double fees, after-hours = $50 surcharge) or hiring private haulers at $150+. CSU's 33,000 students create massive seasonal turnover in May and August, overwhelming private options.

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Municipal bulk pickup

2× fees

Uncovered loads at landfill

33K

CSU students causing seasonal spikes

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 Fort Collins residents choose Dropcurb for junk removal

Fort Collins has zero municipal bulk pickup. Your options are driving to Larimer County Landfill (uncovered loads = double fees) or hiring haulers at $150+. Dropcurb starts at $79 with same-day curbside pickup — no landfill trip, no truck rental, no double-fee surprises.

Serving Old Town, Midtown, Harmony Corridor, Fossil Creek, Southeast Fort Collins, University area, and 2 more neighborhoods in Fort Collins.

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