How much does outdoor furniture removal cost in Ann Arbor?

Outdoor item pickup starts at $79 for your first item. Additional items are +$19 for small pieces (chairs, small tables) or +$29 for standard pieces (patio sets, grills).

Do you pick up grills?

Yes. Remove the propane tank first — we cannot transport propane. Drain grease traps. Place at the curb and we'll handle the rest.

What items don't you accept?

Hot tubs, pianos, concrete, and other items too heavy for one person to curbside. For those, we recommend contacting a full-service junk removal company.

Do you take patio furniture sets?

Yes. Patio tables, chairs, umbrellas, and cushions are all accepted. Stack them at the curb for easy pickup.

Do I need to disassemble a trampoline before pickup?

Ideally, yes — remove the net, poles, and springs so the pieces lay flat at the curb. If you can't fully disassemble it, fold the frame down as much as possible. An assembled trampoline is too large for most hauler trucks. Disassembly takes about 30–45 minutes with basic tools.

What do I do with the propane tank from my grill?

We can't take propane tanks — they're classified as hazardous material. Most hardware stores (Home Depot, Lowe's) and propane exchange locations accept empty tanks. Some cities also accept them at household hazardous waste drop-off events. Remove the tank, then curb the grill and book your pickup.

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Outdoor Item Removal in Ann Arbor, Michigan

$79 Flat Rate for Single Items

Old grills, patio furniture, trampolines, and play equipment are awkward to dispose of because they're bulky but often too light for scrap value. Your options: city bulk pickup (free but slow), selling or giving away (if still usable), self-haul to the dump ($30–80), curbside pickup through Dropcurb ($79, same day), or traditional junk removal ($150–400+).

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How outdoor item removal works in Ann Arbor

Curb it

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

Book it

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

Gone

A local insured hauler picks it up same-day in Ann Arbor. 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 outdoor item removal cost in Ann Arbor?

Outdoor item removal starts at $79 through Dropcurb for your first item. Additional items cost +$19 (small items like chairs) or +$29 (standard items like grills, patio tables, trampolines). A full patio set (table + 4 chairs) would cost roughly $79 + $19×4 = $155. Traditional junk removal companies charge $150–$400+ for outdoor items. City bulk pickup is free but requires multi-week scheduling.

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Each additional outdoor item+$29

Book outdoor item pickup — $79

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

5 ways to get rid of an outdoor item in Ann Arbor

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

MethodCostSpeedEffortBest for

City bulk pickupFree2–9 weeksSchedule ahead. Most cities accept outdoor furniture but exclude propane tanks. Some exclude items with metal frames or require disassembly.You have a few items and can wait for the next pickup cycle

Sell or give away (Facebook Marketplace, Nextdoor)Free (or earn money)1–2 weeksPost with photos. Outdoor furniture in decent condition sells reasonably well. Buyer handles transport.Items are in good condition and you don't mind waiting for a buyer

Self-haul to dump$30–80Same dayNeed a truck or large SUV. Trampolines need disassembly. Multiple trips for large patio sets.You have a truck and one or two items

Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, etc.)$150–400+2–3 daysMust be home for estimate. Crew enters your yard. Volume-based pricing.You have a large backyard cleanout with many items

Dropcurb$79Same dayPlace items at the curb. Remove propane tanks from grills. Book online in 60 seconds.You want it gone today without disassembling or transporting anything

How to prepare your outdoor item for pickup

✓ Place items at the curb or end of driveway. Drain grills of propane and grease. Disassemble play equipment into manageable pieces if possible.
✓ Place at curb, driveway, or alley
✓ No need to be home

When do you need outdoor item removal in Ann Arbor?

• Old patio furniture replaced with new set
• Broken grill taking up space on the patio
• Kids outgrew the play equipment
• Moving and can't take outdoor furniture

Does Ann Arbor pick up outdoor items?

Ann Arbor Solid Waste Bulk Service charges $35 per pickup and runs bi-weekly with 2-3 week waits. For a city of nearly 124,000 residents, that pricing and scheduling creates real access barriers.

City program details: Ann Arbor Solid Waste Bulk Service. Frequency: bi-weekly. Wait: 2-3 weeks. Fees: $35 per pickup

Skip the city program and residents haul to Recycle Ann Arbor for $25-50 per load. 1-800-GOT-JUNK serves the Student Ghetto and Burns Park areas at $150-600+ but requires advance scheduling and home presence.

Dropcurb picks up outdoor items same-day in Ann Arbor for $79 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.

$35 fees plus 3-week waits for Ann Arbor bulk pickup.

You pay Ann Arbor $35 for bulk pickup, then wait nearly a month watching your broken desk sit on Kerrytown curbs. Neighbors complain, but the city says "that's the bi-weekly schedule."

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What happens to your outdoor item after pickup

Outdoor items with metal frames (grills, patio furniture, trampolines) are recycled for scrap steel and aluminum. Plastic outdoor furniture and resin items are processed at plastics recycling facilities when accepted locally. Wood items like deck furniture and fencing may be recycled or repurposed. Grills must have propane tanks removed before pickup — propane tanks are classified as hazardous material and cannot be transported. Items in good condition (clean patio sets, functional grills) may be donated to local organizations or resold.

Why Ann Arbor residents choose Dropcurb for outdoor item removal

Ann Arbor charges $35 and makes you wait 3 weeks - we charge $79 for same-day pickup. No scheduling hassles, no waiting periods, just online booking and immediate service.

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