Bulk Junk Removal in Hempstead, New York
Starting at $79. Additional items from $19.
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 Hempstead
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Place your junk at the curb, driveway, or alley. No wrapping, no disassembly.
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Select your item, see the exact price ($79), and pick your day. 60 seconds.
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A local insured hauler picks it up same-day in Hempstead. 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 Hempstead?
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.
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Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, LoadUp): $150–$600+
5 ways to get rid of junk in Hempstead
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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 Hempstead?
- • Garage cleanout with mixed junk
- • Post-move leftover boxes and packing materials
- • Yard debris mixed with household junk
- • Storage unit cleanout
Does Hempstead pick up bulk junk?
Junk removal in Hempstead, NY starts at $79 with Dropcurb. The Town of Hempstead Sanitation Department handles special pickup items — appliances, bulky metal, furniture, mattresses — but Freon-containing items are collected separately and scheduling depends on the town's calendar. For same-day service, Dropcurb picks up from your curb with instant online pricing.
City program details: 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.
The Town of Hempstead Sanitation Department processes an estimated 670,000 tons of garbage annually for nearly 800,000 residents — one of the largest municipal sanitation operations in the US. Special pickup items (appliances, furniture, mattresses, bulky metal) require scheduling. Freon-containing items are collected separately. Oil storage tanks must be cleaned and cut in half. E-waste special pickup available by arrangement with the Sanitation Department. The Homeowner Disposal Area at 1600 Merrick Road, Merrick is open Mon-Fri 9 AM-3 PM, Sat-Sun 8 AM-3:30 PM (closed Town holidays). For recycling guidelines call (516) 378-4210. Long Island junk removal costs range from $100 for small loads to $1,000+ for full property cleanouts (2026 data). LoadUp charges $79/item plus service area fee, additional items from $15. D's Long Island Junk Removal & Demolition serves Hempstead with dependable full-service. The Junkluggers serves Hempstead with free on-site estimates. Undercut Junk Removal (based in Freeport) offers commercial and residential cleanouts across Nassau County. Low Price Junk Removal uses volume-based pricing for Nassau and Suffolk Counties. 1-800-GOT-JUNK requires in-person estimates at $150-$600+.
Dropcurb picks up bulk junk same-day in Hempstead for $79 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.
670,000 tons of garbage a year. Your special pickup gets in line.
The Town of Hempstead processes 670,000 tons annually for nearly 800,000 residents — one of America's largest municipal sanitation operations. Special pickup items compete with that volume. Freon appliances wait even longer with separate collection. Dropcurb picks up same-day for $79.
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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 Hempstead residents choose Dropcurb for junk removal
Hempstead's special pickup requires scheduling around the town's calendar — not yours. The Merrick Road disposal area is only open limited hours. Dropcurb shows you the exact price online, starts at $79, and picks up same-day from Garden City to Levittown to Elmont. No scheduling calls, no driving to Merrick.
Serving Main Street Corridor, West Hempstead, Uniondale, Garden City, Roosevelt, Levittown, and 3 more neighborhoods in Hempstead.
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