Junk removal in New York
Same-day curbside pickup in 19 cities across New York. 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 New York offer free bulk pickup?
Every city in New York 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York City | Yes | DSNY large item curbside removal — free for all NYC residents. As of 2024, pick-up appointments are no longer offered or required. Place up to 6 large items at the curb on your regular collection day. Mattresses and box springs must be sealed in a plastic bag or encasement. CFC appliances (fridges, freezers, window AC units) still require a separate 311 request for Freon recovery. E-waste (TVs, computers, monitors) is banned from curbside trash — must go to SAFE Disposal events or e-waste drop-off sites. | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Hempstead | Yes | Town of Hempstead Sanitation Department — special pickup items include appliances, bulky metal, furniture, mattresses. Freon-containing items collected separately. Oil tanks must be cleaned and cut in half. The Sanitation Department disposes of an estimated 670,000 tons of garbage annually. Homeowner Disposal Area at 1600 Merrick Road, Merrick — open Mon-Fri 9 AM-3 PM, Sat-Sun 8 AM-3:30 PM (closed Town holidays). Nassau County also has transfer facilities. | 1x/year | Same day, $79 |
| Staten Island | Yes | NYC DSNY free bulk pickup — set out up to 6 large items on your regular collection day (no appointment needed), or schedule through 311 for up to 10 large items per pickup. Items must be placed curbside by 6 PM the evening before collection. All NYC properties with 1-9 residential units must use official NYC Bins for regular trash set-out by June 1, 2026 deadline — fines start at $50 first offense, up to $200 for repeat violations. Nearly 1 million bins already ordered. E-waste banned from trash; CFC appliances require separate DSNY request. | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Buffalo | Yes | Buffalo has THREE bulk options: (1) Weekly 2-item bulk pickup — 2 pieces of bulk trash collected on your regular collection day year-round, call 311 to arrange. (2) Seasonal bulk trash collection — FREE citywide spring (2026: starts week of March 29 in Fillmore District through June 21 in North/University District) and fall (starts late July) collection by district, piles up to 4 cubic yards (12x3x3 ft) including furniture, appliances, couches. (3) Pick and Pay on-demand — call 311, $150 minimum for a 12x3x3 ft pile. Owner-occupied properties can drop off up to 1 ton free at East Side Transfer Station (793 South Ogden St, operated by Waste Management). E-waste goes to 1120 Seneca Street (Mon-Fri 8AM-3PM, first Sat 8AM-2PM). | Weekly | Same day, $79 |
| Yonkers | Yes | Yonkers Bulk Collection Service. Frequency: bi-weekly. Wait: 2-4 weeks. Fees: $35 per pickup | 2-4 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Rochester | Yes | Rochester offers weekly refuse collection with on-demand bulky item pickup via 311 or the city website. White Trash Disposal & Recycling handles weekly collection with bulk/special pickup options. Monroe County operates the Mill Seat Landfill and ecopark for residential drop-offs (no bagged garbage at ecopark). The High Acres Landfill (Waste Management) serves the greater Rochester region. | Weekly | Same day, $79 |
| Syracuse | Yes | Syracuse Bulk Item Setout. Call Cityline at (315) 448-CITY (2489) to schedule. Place bulk items curbside on your regular collection day. Wait: 2-4 weeks for scheduling. Free for residents. OCRRA manages county waste through Jamesville facilities. | 2-4 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Albany | Yes | Albany DGS Bulk Pickup. Call 518-434-2489 to schedule. Place items curbside evening before collection day. Wait: 3-5 weeks. Included in $180/yr waste collection fee. | 3-5 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| New Rochelle | Yes | New Rochelle Bulk Pickup. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 3-4 weeks. Fees: $40 per pickup | 3-4 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Mount Vernon | Yes | Mount Vernon Bulk Item Pickup. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 2-4 weeks. Fees: free for residents | 2-4 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Schenectady | Yes | Schenectady Bulk Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 4-6 weeks. Fees: $20 per pickup | 4-6 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Utica | Yes | Utica Bulk Waste Collection. Frequency: twice per year. Wait: seasonal. Fees: free for residents | 1x/year | Same day, $79 |
| White Plains | Yes | White Plains Bulk Waste Service. Frequency: bi-weekly. Wait: 2-3 weeks. Fees: $45 per pickup | 2-3 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Troy NY | Yes | Troy Department of Public Works Bulk Collection. Frequency: By request. Wait: 5-12 business days. Fees: free for residents | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Niagara Falls | Yes | Niagara Falls Bulk Item Collection. Frequency: By request. Wait: 10-15 business days. Fees: free for residents | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Binghamton | Yes | City of Binghamton Bulk Collection. Frequency: By request. Wait: 7-14 business days. Fees: free for residents | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Freeport | Yes | Village of Freeport Bulk Collection. Frequency: By request. Wait: 10-20 business days. Fees: free for residents | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Ithaca | Yes | Ithaca DPW Bulk Item Pickup. Frequency: By request. Wait: 7-14 business days. Fees: free for residents | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Saratoga Springs | Yes | Saratoga Springs DPW operates the Transfer Station at 41 Weibel Ave (Tue-Sat, 8:00 AM-3:45 PM). Residents can use the station with landfill stickers priced at $2 per standard garbage bag. City code allows curbside yard debris pickup March 1-December 31; many bulk/disposal needs require transfer-station drop-off rather than guaranteed same-day curb pickup. | Varies | Same day, $79 |
DSNY large item curbside removal — free for all NYC residents. As of 2024, pick-up appointments are no longer offered or required. Place up to 6 large items at the curb on your regular collection day. Mattresses and box springs must be sealed in a plastic bag or encasement. CFC appliances (fridges, freezers, window AC units) still require a separate 311 request for Freon recovery. E-waste (TVs, computers, monitors) is banned from curbside trash — must go to SAFE Disposal events or e-waste drop-off sites.
Town of Hempstead Sanitation Department — special pickup items include appliances, bulky metal, furniture, mattresses. Freon-containing items collected separately. Oil tanks must be cleaned and cut in half. The Sanitation Department disposes of an estimated 670,000 tons of garbage annually. Homeowner Disposal Area at 1600 Merrick Road, Merrick — open Mon-Fri 9 AM-3 PM, Sat-Sun 8 AM-3:30 PM (closed Town holidays). Nassau County also has transfer facilities.
NYC DSNY free bulk pickup — set out up to 6 large items on your regular collection day (no appointment needed), or schedule through 311 for up to 10 large items per pickup. Items must be placed curbside by 6 PM the evening before collection. All NYC properties with 1-9 residential units must use official NYC Bins for regular trash set-out by June 1, 2026 deadline — fines start at $50 first offense, up to $200 for repeat violations. Nearly 1 million bins already ordered. E-waste banned from trash; CFC appliances require separate DSNY request.
Buffalo has THREE bulk options: (1) Weekly 2-item bulk pickup — 2 pieces of bulk trash collected on your regular collection day year-round, call 311 to arrange. (2) Seasonal bulk trash collection — FREE citywide spring (2026: starts week of March 29 in Fillmore District through June 21 in North/University District) and fall (starts late July) collection by district, piles up to 4 cubic yards (12x3x3 ft) including furniture, appliances, couches. (3) Pick and Pay on-demand — call 311, $150 minimum for a 12x3x3 ft pile. Owner-occupied properties can drop off up to 1 ton free at East Side Transfer Station (793 South Ogden St, operated by Waste Management). E-waste goes to 1120 Seneca Street (Mon-Fri 8AM-3PM, first Sat 8AM-2PM).
Yonkers Bulk Collection Service. Frequency: bi-weekly. Wait: 2-4 weeks. Fees: $35 per pickup
Rochester offers weekly refuse collection with on-demand bulky item pickup via 311 or the city website. White Trash Disposal & Recycling handles weekly collection with bulk/special pickup options. Monroe County operates the Mill Seat Landfill and ecopark for residential drop-offs (no bagged garbage at ecopark). The High Acres Landfill (Waste Management) serves the greater Rochester region.
Syracuse Bulk Item Setout. Call Cityline at (315) 448-CITY (2489) to schedule. Place bulk items curbside on your regular collection day. Wait: 2-4 weeks for scheduling. Free for residents. OCRRA manages county waste through Jamesville facilities.
Albany DGS Bulk Pickup. Call 518-434-2489 to schedule. Place items curbside evening before collection day. Wait: 3-5 weeks. Included in $180/yr waste collection fee.
New Rochelle Bulk Pickup. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 3-4 weeks. Fees: $40 per pickup
Mount Vernon Bulk Item Pickup. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 2-4 weeks. Fees: free for residents
Schenectady Bulk Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 4-6 weeks. Fees: $20 per pickup
Utica Bulk Waste Collection. Frequency: twice per year. Wait: seasonal. Fees: free for residents
White Plains Bulk Waste Service. Frequency: bi-weekly. Wait: 2-3 weeks. Fees: $45 per pickup
Troy Department of Public Works Bulk Collection. Frequency: By request. Wait: 5-12 business days. Fees: free for residents
Niagara Falls Bulk Item Collection. Frequency: By request. Wait: 10-15 business days. Fees: free for residents
City of Binghamton Bulk Collection. Frequency: By request. Wait: 7-14 business days. Fees: free for residents
Village of Freeport Bulk Collection. Frequency: By request. Wait: 10-20 business days. Fees: free for residents
Ithaca DPW Bulk Item Pickup. Frequency: By request. Wait: 7-14 business days. Fees: free for residents
Saratoga Springs DPW operates the Transfer Station at 41 Weibel Ave (Tue-Sat, 8:00 AM-3:45 PM). Residents can use the station with landfill stickers priced at $2 per standard garbage bag. City code allows curbside yard debris pickup March 1-December 31; many bulk/disposal needs require transfer-station drop-off rather than guaranteed same-day curb pickup.
Pricing
How much does junk removal cost in New York?
Dropcurb offers the same transparent per-item pricing across all 19 cities in New York. 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 — Twin | $89 | +$20 | — |
| Mattress — Full | $94 | +$25 | — |
| Mattress — Queen | $99 | +$30 | — |
| Mattress — King / Cal King | $104 | +$35 | — |
| 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 | — |
| 2-Piece Sectional | $109 | +$59 | — |
| 3-Piece Sectional | $138 | +$88 | — |
| 4+ Piece Sectional | $168 | +$117 | — |
| Wardrobe / Armoire | $109 | +$59 | — |
Couch / Sofa
$79
+$29 add-on
Mattress — Twin
$89
+$20 add-on
Mattress — Full
$94
+$25 add-on
Mattress — Queen
$99
+$30 add-on
Mattress — King / Cal King
$104
+$35 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
2-Piece Sectional
$109
+$59 add-on
3-Piece Sectional
$138
+$88 add-on
4+ Piece Sectional
$168
+$117 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 |
| Washer/Dryer Combo (Single Unit) | $134 | +$59 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Water Heater | $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
Washer/Dryer Combo (Single Unit)
+$25 Recycling fee
$134
+$59 add-on
Water Heater
+$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 (Under 42") | $99 | +$19 | +$20 E-waste fee |
| TV (42"+) | $99 | +$29 | +$20 E-waste fee |
| Computer / Monitor | $99 | +$19 | +$20 E-waste fee |
TV (Under 42")
+$20 E-waste fee
$99
+$19 add-on
TV (42"+)
+$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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Propane Grill | $130 | +$49 | — |
| Charcoal Grill | $79 | +$19 | — |
| Patio Chair / Side Table | $79 | +$19 | — |
| Patio Table | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Patio Set (Table + Chairs) | $109 | +$59 | — |
| Patio Umbrella | $79 | +$19 | — |
| Trampoline | $79 | +$29 | — |
Propane Grill
$130
+$49 add-on
Charcoal Grill
$79
+$19 add-on
Patio Chair / Side Table
$79
+$19 add-on
Patio Table
$79
+$29 add-on
Patio Set (Table + Chairs)
$109
+$59 add-on
Patio Umbrella
$79
+$19 add-on
Trampoline
$79
+$29 add-on
Specialty
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piano (Upright) | $375 | +$325 | — |
| Piano (Baby Grand) | $400 | +$375 | — |
| Piano (Grand) | $450 | +$425 | — |
Piano (Upright)
$375
+$325 add-on
Piano (Baby Grand)
$400
+$375 add-on
Piano (Grand)
$450
+$425 add-on
Misc
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trash Bag | $79 | +$15 | — |
Trash Bag
$79
+$15 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 New York
New York City
From $79
Pop. 8,336,817
Hempstead
From $79
Pop. 793,409
Staten Island
From $79
Pop. 475,014
Buffalo
From $79
Pop. 276,617
Yonkers
From $79
Pop. 211,569
Rochester
From $79
Pop. 209,720
Syracuse
From $79
Pop. 148,620
Albany
From $79
Pop. 99,224
New Rochelle
From $79
Pop. 79,726
Mount Vernon
From $79
Pop. 67,292
Schenectady
From $79
Pop. 67,047
Utica
From $79
Pop. 65,283
White Plains
From $79
Pop. 59,559
Troy NY
From $79
Pop. 51,401
Niagara Falls
From $79
Pop. 50,193
Binghamton
From $79
Pop. 47,969
Freeport
From $79
Pop. 43,783
Ithaca
From $79
Pop. 32,108
Saratoga Springs
From $79
Pop. 28,741
FAQ
Common questions about junk removal in New York
How much does junk removal cost in New York?
Dropcurb starts at $79 across all 19 cities in New York. 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 New York offer free bulk pickup?
Most cities in New York 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 19 cities — no scheduling, no item restrictions.
How fast can I get junk removed in New York?
Same day. Book before noon in any of our 19 New York 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 New York?
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 New York
Dropcurb provides same-day curbside junk removal across 19 cities in New York. Enter your zip code above to confirm coverage, or find your city below.
Neighborhoods
Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, Staten Island, Financial District, Upper West Side, Park Slope, Astoria
Zip codes
10001, 10002, 10003, 10004, 10005, 10006, 10007, 10008, 10009, 10010, 10011, 10012, 10013, 10014, 10015, 10016, 10017, 10018, 10019, 10020 and 139 more
Neighborhoods
Main Street Corridor, West Hempstead, Uniondale, Garden City, Roosevelt, Levittown, Elmont, Franklin Square, Baldwin
Zip codes
11549, 11550, 11551
Neighborhoods
St. George, Tottenville, Great Kills, New Dorp, Todt Hill, West Brighton, Stapleton, New Springville, Eltingville, Westerleigh, Annadale, Bay Terrace
Zip codes
10301, 10302, 10303, 10304, 10305, 10306, 10307, 10308, 10309, 10310, 10311, 10312, 10314
Neighborhoods
Elmwood Village, Allentown, North Buffalo, South Buffalo, Black Rock, Riverside, Delaware District, Hertel Avenue, Kaisertown, Parkside
Zip codes
14201, 14202, 14203, 14204, 14206, 14207, 14208, 14209, 14210, 14211, 14212, 14213, 14214, 14215, 14216, 14220, 14222
Neighborhoods
Getty Square, Park Hill, Riverdale Avenue, Ludlow, Homefield, Crestwood, Dunwoodie, Colonial Heights
Zip codes
10701, 10702, 10703, 10704, 10705, 10710
Neighborhoods
Park Avenue, South Wedge, NOTA (Neighborhood of the Arts), Upper Monroe, Highland Park, 19th Ward, Charlotte, Maplewood, Corn Hill, Swillburg
Zip codes
14604, 14605, 14606, 14607, 14608, 14609, 14610, 14611, 14612, 14613, 14614, 14615, 14616, 14617, 14618, 14619, 14620, 14621, 14622, 14623 and 4 more
Neighborhoods
The Hill, Sedgwick, Strathmore, Eastwood, Westcott, North Side, South Side, Tipperary Hill, University Hill, Meadowbrook
Zip codes
13201, 13202, 13203, 13204, 13205, 13206, 13207, 13208, 13209, 13210, 13211, 13212, 13214, 13215, 13217, 13218, 13219, 13220, 13221, 13224 and 8 more
Neighborhoods
Center Square, Pine Hills, New Scotland, Buckingham Lake, Helderberg
Zip codes
12201, 12202, 12203, 12204, 12205, 12206, 12207, 12208, 12209, 12210, 12211, 12212, 12214, 12220, 12222, 12223, 12224, 12225, 12226, 12227 and 30 more
Neighborhoods
Harbor Heights, Wykagyl, Sutton Manor, Beechmont, North End, Westchester Knolls, Premium Point, Forest Heights
Zip codes
10801, 10802, 10804, 10805
Neighborhoods
Fleetwood, South Side, North Side, Chester Heights, Oakwood Heights
Zip codes
10550, 10551, 10552, 10553, 10557
Neighborhoods
Union College area, Central State Street, Hamilton Hill, Mont Pleasant, Bellevue, Eastern Avenue
Zip codes
12301, 12302, 12303, 12304, 12305, 12306, 12307, 12308, 12309, 12325, 12345
Neighborhoods
Downtown Utica, East Utica, South Utica, North Utica, West Utica, Cornhill, Proctor, Oneida Square, Parkway, New Hartford Border
Zip codes
13501, 13502, 13503, 13504, 13505, 13599
Neighborhoods
Gedney Farms, Ridgeway, Highlands, Manhattanville, Greenburgh Border, Battle Hill, Chatterton, Downtown White Plains
Zip codes
10601, 10602, 10603, 10605, 10606, 10607, 10610
Neighborhoods
Downtown Troy, RPI Campus Area, Lansingburgh, South Troy, North Central, Oakwood, Frear Park, Wynantskill, Brunswick, Hoosick Street Corridor
Zip codes
12180, 12181, 12182, 12183
Neighborhoods
Downtown Niagara Falls, Niagara Street Corridor, DeVeaux, LaSalle, Hyde Park, East Side, Whirlpool Heights, North End, South End, Tourist District
Zip codes
14301, 14302, 14303, 14304, 14305
Neighborhoods
Downtown, University area, West Side, East Side, Southside, Northside, First Ward, Johnson City border
Zip codes
13901, 13902, 13903, 13904, 13905
Neighborhoods
Nautical Mile, Waterfront area, Sunrise Highway corridor, Roosevelt area, Merrick Road vicinity, Baldwin border, South Side, Commercial district
Zip codes
11520
Neighborhoods
Cornell Campus, Ithaca College Area, Downtown Ithaca, Fall Creek, Collegetown, South Hill, East Hill, Belle Sherman, Cayuga Heights, Northeast Ithaca
Zip codes
14850, 14851, 14852, 14853
Neighborhoods
Downtown/Broadway, East Side, West Side, Geyser Crest, Greenfield, Saratoga Lake area, Union Avenue corridor
Zip codes
12866, 12833
Statewide Coverage
We serve all of New York
Same-day curbside pickup across 19+ cities in New York. Book online, leave it at the curb — done.
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