Junk removal in Massachusetts
Same-day curbside pickup in 12 cities across Massachusetts. 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 Massachusetts offer free bulk pickup?
Every city in Massachusetts 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | Yes | Special Collection Items. Frequency: On demand. Fees: free | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Worcester | Yes | Worcester Department of Public Works. Frequency: Weekly garbage and recycling pickup. Wait: N/A - scheduled service. Fees: Included in property taxes | Weekly | Same day, $79 |
| Springfield | Yes | Springfield Municipal Bulk Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 14-28 days. Fees: free for residents | Monthly | Same day, $79 |
| Lowell | Yes | Lowell Bulk Waste Collection. Frequency: every two weeks. Wait: 7-14 days. Fees: free for residents | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Brockton | Yes | Brockton Municipal Bulk Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 14-21 days. Fees: free for residents | Monthly | Same day, $79 |
| Quincy | Yes | Quincy Residential Bulk Pickup. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 10-21 days. Fees: free for residents | Monthly | Same day, $79 |
| Lynn | Yes | Lynn Bulk Waste Collection Program. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 14-21 days. Fees: free for residents | Monthly | Same day, $79 |
| New Bedford | Yes | New Bedford Municipal Bulk Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 14-28 days. Fees: free for residents | Monthly | Same day, $79 |
| Fall River | Yes | Fall River Bulk Waste Program. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 14-28 days. Fees: free for residents | Monthly | Same day, $79 |
| Newton | Yes | Newton Residential Bulk Collection. Frequency: quarterly. Wait: 28-42 days. Fees: free for residents | ~3 months | Same day, $79 |
| Somerville | Yes | Somerville Bulk Item Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 10-21 days. Fees: free for residents | Monthly | Same day, $79 |
| Lawrence | Yes | Lawrence Municipal Bulk Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 14-28 days. Fees: free for residents | Monthly | Same day, $79 |
Special Collection Items. Frequency: On demand. Fees: free
Worcester Department of Public Works. Frequency: Weekly garbage and recycling pickup. Wait: N/A - scheduled service. Fees: Included in property taxes
Springfield Municipal Bulk Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 14-28 days. Fees: free for residents
Lowell Bulk Waste Collection. Frequency: every two weeks. Wait: 7-14 days. Fees: free for residents
Brockton Municipal Bulk Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 14-21 days. Fees: free for residents
Quincy Residential Bulk Pickup. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 10-21 days. Fees: free for residents
Lynn Bulk Waste Collection Program. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 14-21 days. Fees: free for residents
New Bedford Municipal Bulk Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 14-28 days. Fees: free for residents
Fall River Bulk Waste Program. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 14-28 days. Fees: free for residents
Newton Residential Bulk Collection. Frequency: quarterly. Wait: 28-42 days. Fees: free for residents
Somerville Bulk Item Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 10-21 days. Fees: free for residents
Lawrence Municipal Bulk Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 14-28 days. Fees: free for residents
Pricing
How much does junk removal cost in Massachusetts?
Dropcurb offers the same transparent per-item pricing across all 12 cities in Massachusetts. 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 Massachusetts
Boston
From $79
Pop. 695,506
Worcester
From $79
Pop. 206,518
Springfield
From $79
Pop. 155,929
Lowell
From $79
Pop. 115,554
Brockton
From $79
Pop. 105,643
Quincy
From $79
Pop. 101,636
Lynn
From $79
Pop. 101,253
New Bedford
From $79
Pop. 101,079
Fall River
From $79
Pop. 94,000
Newton
From $79
Pop. 88,322
Somerville
From $79
Pop. 81,045
Lawrence
From $79
Pop. 80,022
FAQ
Common questions about junk removal in Massachusetts
How much does junk removal cost in Massachusetts?
Dropcurb starts at $79 across all 12 cities in Massachusetts. 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 Massachusetts offer free bulk pickup?
Most cities in Massachusetts 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 12 cities — no scheduling, no item restrictions.
How fast can I get junk removed in Massachusetts?
Same day. Book before noon in any of our 12 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
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 Massachusetts
Dropcurb provides same-day curbside junk removal across 12 cities in Massachusetts. Enter your zip code above to confirm coverage, or find your city below.
Neighborhoods
Back Bay, Beacon Hill, North End, South End, Cambridge border, Somerville border, Jamaica Plain, South Boston
Zip codes
02108, 02109, 02110, 02111, 02112, 02113, 02114, 02115, 02116, 02117, 02118, 02123, 02127, 02128, 02133, 02163, 02196, 02199, 02201, 02203 and 18 more
Neighborhoods
College Hill, Green Island, Shrewsbury Street, Main South, Vernon Hill, Tatnuck, Indian Lake, West Side
Zip codes
01601, 01602, 01603, 01604, 01605, 01606, 01607, 01608, 01609, 01610, 01613, 01614, 01615, 01653, 01654, 01655
Neighborhoods
Indian Orchard, Pine Point, Forest Park, Sixteen Acres, East Springfield, Memorial Square
Zip codes
01101, 01102, 01103, 01104, 01105, 01107, 01108, 01109, 01111, 01115, 01118, 01119, 01128, 01129, 01133, 01138, 01139, 01144, 01152, 01199
Neighborhoods
Highlands, South Lowell, Centralville, Lower Belvidere, Pawtucketville, Back Central, Downtown
Zip codes
01850, 01851, 01852, 01853, 01854
Neighborhoods
Campello, East Brockton, Montello, Belmont, Brookfield, Ward Two, South Brockton, Oak Hill, Crescent Park
Zip codes
02301, 02302, 02303, 02304, 02305
Neighborhoods
North Quincy, Quincy Center, Wollaston, Marina Bay, Montclair, Adams Shore, Squantum, West Quincy, Merrymount
Zip codes
02169, 02170, 02171, 02269
Neighborhoods
Diamond District, West Lynn, East Lynn, Goldfish Pond, Wyoma, Pine Hill, Beach Street, Manning Bowl, Flax Pond
Zip codes
01901, 01902, 01903, 01904, 01905, 01910
Neighborhoods
South End, West End, North End, Downtown Historic, Riverbend, Acushnet Heights, Brooklawn Park, Riverside, Buttonwood Park
Zip codes
02740, 02741, 02742, 02744, 02745, 02746
Neighborhoods
The Highlands, South End, Flint Village, Corky Row, North End, Globe Corners, Mechanicsville, Watuppa
Zip codes
02720, 02721, 02722, 02723, 02724
Neighborhoods
Newton Centre, Chestnut Hill, Auburndale, West Newton, Newton Highlands, Waban, Newtonville, Oak Hill, Upper Falls
Zip codes
02458
Neighborhoods
Davis Square, Porter Square, Union Square, Ball Square, Teele Square, Winter Hill, Spring Hill, East Somerville, Assembly Row
Zip codes
02143, 02144, 02145
Neighborhoods
South Lawrence, Tower Hill, Prospect Hill, Arlington, Mount Vernon, Lawrence Common, Everett Mills, North Common, Riverside
Zip codes
01840, 01841, 01842, 01843
Statewide Coverage
We serve all of Massachusetts
Same-day curbside pickup across 12+ cities in Massachusetts. Book online, leave it at the curb — done.
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