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Outdoor Item Removal in Portland, Oregon

$79 Flat Rate for Single Items

Old grills, patio furniture, trampolines, and play equipment are awkward to dispose of because they're bulky but often too light for scrap value. Your options: city bulk pickup (free but slow), selling or giving away (if still usable), self-haul to the dump ($30–80), curbside pickup through Dropcurb ($79, same day), or traditional junk removal ($150–400+).

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How outdoor item removal works in Portland

1

Curb it

Place your outdoor item 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 Portland. 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 outdoor item removal cost in Portland?

Outdoor item removal starts at $79 through Dropcurb for your first item. Additional items cost +$19 (small items like chairs) or +$29 (standard items like grills, patio tables, trampolines). A full patio set (table + 4 chairs) would cost roughly $79 + $19×4 = $155. Traditional junk removal companies charge $150–$400+ for outdoor items. City bulk pickup is free but requires multi-week scheduling.

$79

Flat rate · No hidden fees · Price guaranteed

Pickup fee$79
First outdoor itemIncluded
Each additional outdoor item+$29
Book outdoor item 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 an outdoor item in Portland

Compared by cost, speed, and effort — pick the right option for your situation.

MethodCostSpeedEffortBest for
City bulk pickupFree2–9 weeksSchedule ahead. Most cities accept outdoor furniture but exclude propane tanks. Some exclude items with metal frames or require disassembly.You have a few items and can wait for the next pickup cycle
Sell or give away (Facebook Marketplace, Nextdoor)Free (or earn money)1–2 weeksPost with photos. Outdoor furniture in decent condition sells reasonably well. Buyer handles transport.Items are in good condition and you don't mind waiting for a buyer
Self-haul to dump$30–80Same dayNeed a truck or large SUV. Trampolines need disassembly. Multiple trips for large patio sets.You have a truck and one or two items
Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, etc.)$150–400+2–3 daysMust be home for estimate. Crew enters your yard. Volume-based pricing.You have a large backyard cleanout with many items
Dropcurb$79Same dayPlace items at the curb. Remove propane tanks from grills. Book online in 60 seconds.You want it gone today without disassembling or transporting anything

How to prepare your outdoor item for pickup

  • Place items at the curb or end of driveway. Drain grills of propane and grease. Disassemble play equipment into manageable pieces if possible.
  • ✓ Place at curb, driveway, or alley
  • ✓ No need to be home

When do you need outdoor item removal in Portland?

  • Old patio furniture replaced with new set
  • Broken grill taking up space on the patio
  • Kids outgrew the play equipment
  • Moving and can't take outdoor furniture

Does Portland pick up outdoor items?

Portland Bureau of Planning & Sustainability (BPS) manages waste services through franchise haulers like Waste Management, Republic Services, and Recology, but offers no scheduled bulk pickup program. Despite paying $42-59 monthly for residential waste services under Oregon Metro regulations, Portland's 652,503 residents must arrange separate pickup for furniture and appliances. DEQ (Oregon Department of Environmental Quality) requires proper disposal of electronics and appliances containing refrigerants.

City program details: Portland Bureau of Planning & Sustainability (BPS) Waste Management Program. Frequency: Weekly recycling/compost, bi-weekly garbage through franchise haulers. Wait: No scheduled bulk pickup service. 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', 'appliance pickup': '$45-75/item'}

Metro South Transfer Station (2001 Washington St, Oregon City) and Metro Central Transfer Station (12040 N Marine Dr) charge $20-30 per cubic yard plus gas and bridge tolls. 1-800-GOT-JUNK Portland prices start at $169 minimum with $200-500+ typical loads. Junk King Portland runs $179-600+ while College Hunks Hauling Junk averages $150-450. Local Portland haulers on Thumbtack/Craigslist range $100-325 with 1-3 week waits across Hawthorne, Pearl District, Alberta Arts District, and Division neighborhoods.

Dropcurb picks up outdoor items same-day in Portland for $79 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.

$42-59 monthly doesn't include bulky items.

Portland residents across Pearl District, Hawthorne, Alberta Arts District, and Division pay substantial monthly waste fees through BPS franchise haulers but get zero scheduled bulk pickup. The comprehensive-looking service excludes furniture, appliances, and electronics — requiring separate $45-75/item pickup or trips to Metro transfer stations.

$20-30

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bulk pickup program

652K

environmentally conscious residents

What happens to your outdoor item after pickup

Outdoor items with metal frames (grills, patio furniture, trampolines) are recycled for scrap steel and aluminum. Plastic outdoor furniture and resin items are processed at plastics recycling facilities when accepted locally. Wood items like deck furniture and fencing may be recycled or repurposed. Grills must have propane tanks removed before pickup — propane tanks are classified as hazardous material and cannot be transported. Items in good condition (clean patio sets, functional grills) may be donated to local organizations or resold.

Why Portland residents choose Dropcurb for outdoor item removal

At $79, Dropcurb saves money vs. Metro transfer stations when factoring in truck rental ($50-90/day), gas ($15-25), bridge tolls ($2-4), and time off work. Skip 1-800-GOT-JUNK's $169+ minimums, Junk King's $179+ rates, and College Hunks' $150+ pricing. Same-day pickup beats 1-3 week waits for local Portland haulers across Sellwood-Moreland, Woodstock, Irvington, and Foster-Powell neighborhoods.

Serving Pearl District, Sellwood, Hawthorne, Beaverton, Alberta Arts District, Woodstock, and 4 more neighborhoods in Portland.

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