Bulk Junk Removal in Portland, Oregon
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 Portland
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Place your junk at the curb, driveway, or alley. No wrapping, no disassembly.
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How much does junk removal cost in Portland?
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 Portland
Compared by cost, speed, and effort — pick the right option for your situation.
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 Portland?
- • Garage cleanout with mixed junk
- • Post-move leftover boxes and packing materials
- • Yard debris mixed with household junk
- • Storage unit cleanout
Does Portland pick up bulk junk?
Junk removal in Portland, OR starts at $79 with Dropcurb — same-day curbside pickup with instant online pricing. Portland offers bulky waste collection through BPS franchise haulers (Waste Management, Republic Services, Recology) by appointment, with city-set rates: a pickup fee plus per-item charges. Rates increased $1.55-$2.05/month in July 2025. Call at least a week in advance — renters must request through their landlord. Oregon's new mattress recycling EPR program (launched January 2025) offers free mattress drop-off at Metro Central Transfer Station and 3 other locations. PDX Junk Removal starts at $100 minimum, Junk Hubris at $125 ($50/cubic yard), 1-800-GOT-JUNK at $169+, and Junk King at $179+.
City program details: Portland BPS Waste Management Program (FY 2025-2026 rates, 8% franchise fee included). Frequency: Weekly recycling/compost, bi-weekly garbage through franchise haulers (Waste Management, Republic Services, Recology). Bulky waste pickup: Available by appointment through your franchise hauler — rates set by the city based on item size. Total cost = pickup fee + per-item charge. Call at least a week in advance; do not set items out until scheduled day. Renters must request through landlord. Fees: {'20 gallon': '$42.15/month', '35_gallon': '$46.75/month', '60_gallon': '$52.25/month', '90_gallon': '$58.90/month', 'extra garbage': '$7.50/bag', 'extra yard waste': '$4.50/bag', 'holiday tree': '$6.00/tree', 'bulky waste': 'pickup fee + per-item (city-set rates)'}
Portland BPS offers bulky waste curbside pickup through franchise haulers at city-set rates — total cost includes a pickup fee plus a per-item charge based on item size. July 2025 rate increases added $1.55-$2.05/month to most residential bills. Contact your hauler at least a week in advance; items should not be set out until the scheduled day. Renters must request through their landlord since they are the garbage service account holder. Oregon launched a statewide mattress recycling EPR program on January 1, 2025 — Portland Metro residents can recycle mattresses free at Metro Central Transfer Station (6161 NW 61st Ave, managed by Recology) and 3 other drop-off locations. The Portland Metro Region will eventually offer at least 25 mattress drop-off sites under this program. Metro Central is open daily 8 AM-5 PM, closed Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year's. Metro South Transfer Station (2001 Washington St, Oregon City) charges per-cubic-yard rates — plus gas, truck rental, and bridge tolls. The City's Commercial Tonnage Fee increased $1/ton to $17.60 for FY 2025-2026 to fund the public trash program and unsheltered waste cleanup. Asbestos-contaminated materials face fines exceeding $3,000. PDX Junk Removal (503-409-6332) has a $100 minimum fee with an average residential job around $280; items requiring 2 people start at $150. Junk Hubris (junkhubris.com) starts at $125 with flat $50/cubic yard pricing and a free cost calculator. Mike & Dad's Hauling (mikeanddadshauling.com) offers free estimates and claims up to 50% cheaper than national franchises with same/next-day service — no hidden fees. Affordable Junk Removal (ajrpdx.com) offers flat-fee trailer-based pricing. Annie Haul provides free estimates and same-day service. Average junk removal in Portland costs $222-$244 per Homeyou (January 2026 data, based on 14,000+ local projects) — $200 residential, $250 for apartments. 1-800-GOT-JUNK Portland prices start at $169 minimum with $200-500+ typical loads. Junk King Portland (junk-king.com/locations/portland) runs $179-600+ with volume-based pricing (text a photo for estimate). College HUNKS Hauling Junk averages $150-450.
Dropcurb picks up bulk junk same-day in Portland for $79 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.
Bulky waste pickup costs extra and takes a week to schedule.
Portland residents pay $42-59 monthly for waste service, but bulky items require a separate appointment through your franchise hauler at additional city-set rates — a pickup fee plus per-item charges. Call at least a week ahead. Renters can't even schedule directly — they must go through their landlord. Metro transfer stations charge $20-30/cubic yard plus truck rental and bridge tolls.
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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 Portland residents choose Dropcurb for junk removal
At $79, Dropcurb is cheaper than every Portland alternative. Portland's franchise hauler bulky waste pickup charges a pickup fee plus per-item rates — and requires a week's advance notice. PDX Junk Removal starts at $100 minimum ($150 for 2-person items, $280 average job). Junk Hubris charges $125 minimum ($50/cubic yard). Skip 1-800-GOT-JUNK's $169+ minimums and Junk King's $179+ rates. Metro transfer stations charge $20-30/cubic yard PLUS truck rental ($50-90/day), gas, and bridge tolls. Same-day curbside pickup across Sellwood-Moreland, Woodstock, Irvington, and Foster-Powell — book online in 60 seconds.
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