Junk removal in Iowa
Same-day curbside pickup in 4 cities across Iowa. Book online in 60 seconds. Transparent per-item pricing — no estimates, no appointments, no strangers in your home.
Cities served
ZIP codes covered
Starting price
Municipal programs
Do cities in Iowa offer free bulk pickup?
Every city in Iowa handles bulk pickup differently. Some offer free monthly programs with strict limits, others have no program at all. Here's how each city's municipal program compares — and where Dropcurb fills the gaps.
| City | Bulk pickup? | Details | Wait time | Dropcurb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | Yes | Large Item Pickup. Frequency: On demand. Wait: 5-12 days. Fees: 40 per pickup | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Cedar Rapids | Yes | Cedar Rapids Solid Waste Services Bulk Collection. Frequency: 1st Monday of each month. Wait: up to 30 days. Fees: included in utility fee | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Davenport | Yes | Davenport Public Works Bulk Item Collection. Frequency: as requested. Wait: 10-21 days. Fees: $25 per collection | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Iowa City | Yes | Iowa City Environmental Services Bulk Collection. Frequency: 1st Friday of each month. Wait: up to 30 days. Fees: included in utility fee | Varies | Same day, $79 |
Large Item Pickup. Frequency: On demand. Wait: 5-12 days. Fees: 40 per pickup
Cedar Rapids Solid Waste Services Bulk Collection. Frequency: 1st Monday of each month. Wait: up to 30 days. Fees: included in utility fee
Davenport Public Works Bulk Item Collection. Frequency: as requested. Wait: 10-21 days. Fees: $25 per collection
Iowa City Environmental Services Bulk Collection. Frequency: 1st Friday of each month. Wait: up to 30 days. Fees: included in utility fee
Pricing
How much does junk removal cost in Iowa?
Dropcurb offers the same transparent per-item pricing across all 4 cities in Iowa. No volume estimates, no surprise fees — select your items online and see your exact total before you book.
Furniture
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Couch / Sofa | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Mattress (any size) | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Box Spring | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Mattress + Box Spring Set | $109 | +$59 | — |
| Dresser | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Desk | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Dining Table | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Recliner | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Bookshelf | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Bed Frame | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Nightstand | $79 | +$19 | — |
| Office Chair | $79 | +$19 | — |
| Sectional Sofa | $109 | +$59 | — |
| Wardrobe / Armoire | $109 | +$59 | — |
Couch / Sofa
$79
+$29 add-on
Mattress (any size)
$79
+$29 add-on
Box Spring
$79
+$29 add-on
Mattress + Box Spring Set
$109
+$59 add-on
Dresser
$79
+$29 add-on
Desk
$79
+$29 add-on
Dining Table
$79
+$29 add-on
Recliner
$79
+$29 add-on
Bookshelf
$79
+$29 add-on
Bed Frame
$79
+$29 add-on
Nightstand
$79
+$19 add-on
Office Chair
$79
+$19 add-on
Sectional Sofa
$109
+$59 add-on
Wardrobe / Armoire
$109
+$59 add-on
Appliances
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator | $134 | +$59 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Washer | $134 | +$59 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Dryer | $134 | +$59 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Stove / Oven | $134 | +$59 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Dishwasher | $104 | +$29 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Microwave | $79 | +$19 | — |
Refrigerator
+$25 Recycling fee
$134
+$59 add-on
Washer
+$25 Recycling fee
$134
+$59 add-on
Dryer
+$25 Recycling fee
$134
+$59 add-on
Stove / Oven
+$25 Recycling fee
$134
+$59 add-on
Dishwasher
+$25 Recycling fee
$104
+$29 add-on
Microwave
$79
+$19 add-on
Electronics
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| TV (any size) | $99 | +$29 | +$20 E-waste fee |
| Computer / Monitor | $99 | +$19 | +$20 E-waste fee |
TV (any size)
+$20 E-waste fee
$99
+$29 add-on
Computer / Monitor
+$20 E-waste fee
$99
+$19 add-on
Exercise Equipment
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treadmill | $109 | +$59 | — |
| Elliptical | $109 | +$59 | — |
| Exercise Bike | $79 | +$29 | — |
Treadmill
$109
+$59 add-on
Elliptical
$109
+$59 add-on
Exercise Bike
$79
+$29 add-on
Outdoor
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grill | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Patio Furniture Set | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Trampoline | $79 | +$29 | — |
Grill
$79
+$29 add-on
Patio Furniture Set
$79
+$29 add-on
Trampoline
$79
+$29 add-on
Misc
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bag of Junk (1-2 bags) | $79 | +$19 | — |
Bag of Junk (1-2 bags)
$79
+$19 add-on
. First item price includes the $79 pickup fee. Add-on price applies to each additional item in the same pickup. Surcharges cover disposal and recycling fees.
Coverage
Cities we serve in Iowa
FAQ
Common questions about junk removal in Iowa
How much does junk removal cost in Iowa?
Dropcurb starts at $79 across all 4 cities in Iowa. The $79 pickup fee includes your first item. Additional items start at $19 for small items, $29 for standard furniture, and $59 for heavy equipment. Surcharges apply to mattresses ($15), appliances ($25), and electronics ($20). You see your exact price before you book — no estimates, no surprises.
Does Iowa offer free bulk pickup?
Most cities in Iowa offer some form of free bulk pickup, but every program has different limits, scheduling requirements, and item exclusions. Some cities require scheduling 2+ weeks in advance, while others only run quarterly. See the comparison table above for a city-by-city breakdown. Dropcurb offers same-day pickup starting at $79 in all 4 cities — no scheduling, no item restrictions.
How fast can I get junk removed in Iowa?
Same day. Book before noon in any of our 4 Iowa cities and your items are picked up by 8 PM. No appointment windows. Place items at the curb and go about your day. We text you confirmation when the hauler completes the pickup.
What items does Dropcurb pick up in Iowa?
Dropcurb picks up furniture (couches, dressers, desks, tables, bed frames), mattresses and box springs, appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers), electronics (TVs, monitors, computers), exercise equipment (treadmills, ellipticals, exercise bikes), outdoor items (grills, patio furniture, trampolines), and bagged junk. We do not pick up hazardous materials, propane tanks, tires, or items over 400 lbs like hot tubs and pianos.
Coverage details
Neighborhoods & zip codes we serve in Iowa
Dropcurb provides same-day curbside junk removal across 4 cities in Iowa. Enter your zip code above to confirm coverage, or find your city below.
Neighborhoods
East Village, Beaverdale, Sherman Hill, Highland Park, Ingersoll Park, Drake
Zip codes
50301, 50302, 50303, 50304, 50305, 50306, 50307, 50308, 50309, 50310, 50311, 50312, 50313, 50314, 50315, 50316, 50317, 50318, 50319, 50320 and 38 more
Neighborhoods
Downtown NewBo, Czech & Slovak Museum area, Wellington Heights, Kenwood Park, Cedar Hills, Prairie Creek, Westdale, Marion area
Zip codes
52401, 52402, 52403, 52404, 52405, 52406, 52407, 52408, 52409, 52410, 52411, 52497, 52498, 52499
Neighborhoods
Downtown Davenport, Village of East Davenport, Bettendorf border, Hilltop, West End, Lindsay Park, Riverdale, Duck Creek area
Zip codes
52801, 52802, 52803, 52804, 52805, 52806, 52807, 52808, 52809
Neighborhoods
Downtown Pedestrian Mall, University Heights, Coralville border, Eastside, Westside, Northside, Mormon Trek, Medical campus area
Zip codes
52240, 52242, 52243, 52244, 52245, 52246
Statewide Coverage
We serve all of Iowa
Same-day curbside pickup across 4+ cities in Iowa. Book online, leave it at the curb — done.
City not listed?
We serve all of Iowa — not just the cities above. We're adding new city pages every week, but you can book a pickup from anywhere in the state right now.
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