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Bulk Junk Removal in Staten Island, 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 Staten Island

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 Staten Island. 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 Staten Island?

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

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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 Staten Island

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 Staten Island?

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

Does Staten Island pick up bulk junk?

Junk removal in Staten Island starts at $79 with Dropcurb. NYC DSNY offers free bulk pickup through 311, but waits of 5-10 business days leave unwanted items on the curb for up to two weeks — not ideal on Staten Island's suburban streets where neighbors notice.

City program details: NYC DSNY bulk pickup. Request through 311 app or call 311. Free for residents. Wait: 5-10 business days. Items must be placed curbside by 6 PM the evening before your scheduled collection day.

NYC's DSNY handles free bulk pickup through 311, but the 5-10 business day wait creates prolonged curbside eyesores. Staten Island lacks the density-based pickup frequency of Manhattan or Brooklyn. Taskrabbit junk haulers start at $40/hour but pricing is unpredictable. LoadUp starts at $79 per item. 1-800-GOT-JUNK has a dedicated Staten Island office charging $150-$600+.

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

DSNY bulk pickup is free — and takes 5-10 business days.

Free sounds great until your old couch sits on the curb for two weeks in Tottenville or Great Kills. Staten Island's lower pickup frequency compared to Manhattan means longer waits, and 475,000 residents sharing the system creates seasonal backlogs that stretch well beyond 10 days.

5-10 days

DSNY bulk pickup wait

475K

Residents sharing DSNY capacity

$0 vs $79

Free wait vs. same-day Dropcurb

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 Staten Island residents choose Dropcurb for junk removal

Dropcurb's $79 eliminates Staten Island's 5-10 day DSNY wait. No calling 311, no items sitting curbside for days on end. Same-day pickup means your Todt Hill or Great Kills curb stays clean — book online in 60 seconds.

Serving St. George, Tottenville, Great Kills, New Dorp, Todt Hill, West Brighton, and 6 more neighborhoods in Staten Island.

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