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Bulk Junk Removal in Minneapolis, Minnesota

$79 Flat Rate for Single Items

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 Minneapolis

1

Curb it

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

2

Book it

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

3

Gone

A local insured hauler picks it up same-day in Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis?

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.

$79

Flat rate · No hidden fees · Price guaranteed

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 Minneapolis

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 Minneapolis?

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

Does Minneapolis pick up bulk junk?

Minneapolis Large Item Collection runs on demand with 7-21 day waits and charges $65 per pickup. With over 425,000 residents, even on-demand service gets backed up for weeks.

City program details: Large Item Collection. Frequency: On demand. Wait: 7-21 days. Fees: 65 per pickup

Skip the city fees and residents drive to HERC (Hennepin Energy Recovery Center) for $35-55 per load. 1-800-GOT-JUNK serves Uptown and Northeast at $150-600+ but requires advance scheduling.

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

Minneapolis charges $65 for on-demand service with 3-week waits.

You pay Minneapolis $65 for Large Item Collection from North Loop, then wait three weeks watching your broken entertainment center dominate the Linden Hills apartment. On-demand pricing without on-demand speed.

$65

city bulk pickup fee (highest in region)

3+ weeks

wait time, often extended by weather

6 months

challenging weather season

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 Minneapolis residents choose Dropcurb for junk removal

Minneapolis charges $65 for 3-week waits - we charge $79 for same-day pickup. Skip their on-demand bottlenecks and 1-800-GOT-JUNK's premium pricing for immediate service.

Serving Uptown, Northeast, North Loop, Linden Hills, Powderhorn, Whittier, and 2 more neighborhoods in Minneapolis.

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