FAQ
Is Dropcurb cheaper than 1-800-GOT-JUNK?
Significantly. Dropcurb starts at $79 for a single item. 1-800-GOT-JUNK typically charges $130–$400+ and requires an in-home estimate before giving you a price.
Yes. Dropcurb is significantly cheaper than 1-800-GOT-JUNK for most common junk removal jobs.
Price comparison:
| Item | Dropcurb | 1-800-GOT-JUNK |
|---|---|---|
| Single couch | $79 | $130–$250 |
| Single mattress | $79 | $130–$200 |
| 2 items | ~$108 | $150–$300 |
| 3 items | ~$137 | $200–$400 |
| Half truckload | N/A (per-item pricing) | $400–$600 |
Beyond price — the experience is different:
| Dropcurb | 1-800-GOT-JUNK | |
|---|---|---|
| How you get the price | Instant online — before booking | In-home estimate — after scheduling |
| Appointment window | None — set items at curb anytime | 2-hour window, must be home |
| Home entry | No — 100% curbside | Yes — crew enters home |
| Speed | Same-day (order before noon) | "Next available" — often days out |
| Cancellation | Free, anytime before pickup | Varies |
Why the price difference exists:
1-800-GOT-JUNK is a full-service company. They send a branded truck with a two-person crew who enter your home, carry items out, load the truck, and handle disposal. That's a lot of overhead — the truck, the uniforms, the crew wages, the insurance for entering homes, the franchise fees. All of that is built into the price.
Dropcurb eliminates most of that overhead. You place items at the curb. A local hauler with a truck picks them up. No crew entering your home, no branded truck, no appointment scheduling. The savings go directly to the price.
When 1-800-GOT-JUNK might make more sense:
If you have items you physically cannot move to the curb — a piano, a safe, items in an attic or basement — a full-service company may be necessary. For everything else, curbside removal is faster, cheaper, and more private.