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Junk Removal in Washington, DC

Compare 5 local junk removal pros. Typical service: $159–$370.

Top Junk Removal Companies in Washington

  1. 1.LoadUp Junk Removal

    4.8★ (633 reviews)

    4.8★ from 633 reviews

    +12029496038Website

  2. 2.Stuff Haulers, LLC

    5.0★ (131 reviews)

    5.0★ from 131 reviews

    +12026307271Website

  3. 3.123JUNK - Junk Removal Service

    5.0★ (122 reviews)

    5.0★ from 122 reviews

    +12022806723Website

  4. 4.Get Rid Of It Junk & Trash Removal Washington DC

    4.9★ (16 reviews)

    4.9★ from 16 reviews

    +12027937775Website

  5. 5.We Got Dumpsters of Washington, DC

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

    +12022413500Website

Junk Removal Cost in Washington

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Washington
Typical pickup$159–$370/load
Single item$79–$159/item
Half truckload$265–$476/load
Full truckload$582–$952/load

Junk Removal prices in Washington run about 6% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 5 companies serving Washington, rated 4.9★ on average across 910 customer reviews.

Washington Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Washington's weather means for scheduling junk removal.

Last spring frost
April 1
First fall frost
November 2
Annual precipitation
43.53"
Heating degree days
4,178
Cooling degree days
1,533
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan26.7°44.3°3.09"
Feb28.8°48°2.9"
Mar36°56.4°3.72"
Apr45.3°67.5°3.51"
May55.1°76.7°4.28"
Jun64.7°85.6°4.08"
Jul69.6°89.6°4.32"
Aug67.7°88.3°3.41"
Sep59.4°81.1°3.76"
Oct47°69.9°3.79"
Nov38.3°59.3°3.47"
Dec30.1°48.2°3.2"

NOAA station data 2.57 miles from Washington.

Permits & Regulations in DC

  • The District does not require a state license for junk removal; haulers need a local business license, and some cities require a hauler permit
  • Haulers must take waste to a permitted landfill, transfer station or recycler and may not dump it
  • Refrigerators, freezers and window air conditioners must have their refrigerant recovered before scrapping under EPA Section 608 safe-disposal rules

License required: No state junk removal license; local business license and hauler permits

Sources: www.epa.gov

Junk Removal FAQs for Washington

How much does junk removal cost in Washington?

A typical junk removal pickup in Washington runs $159-$370, priced mainly by how much of the truck the load fills.

How many junk removal companies serve Washington?

We track 5 junk removal companies serving Washington.

Is junk removal in Washington more expensive than average?

Junk removal in Washington runs about +5.8% versus the national average; local landfill tipping fees also move the price.

Do junk haulers need a license in DC?

In DC, The District does not require a state license for junk removal; haulers need a local business license, and some cities require a hauler permit. Ask a Washington hauler where items go and whether they donate or recycle what they can.

How is junk removal priced in Washington?

Most Washington companies price by volume: a single item costs less than a typical pickup of $159-$370, and a full truckload costs several times more.

When should I schedule a garage cleanout in Washington?

Summer highs near 90F in Washington make garage and attic cleanouts hard work; spring and fall are the easiest seasons to book.

Can junk removal crews take yard waste in Washington?

Most can. Washington yard waste peaks after storms and in fall; it gets about 43.53 inches of precipitation a year, and storm debris is a common call.

Is winter a good time for junk removal in Washington?

Demand drops in winter, so booking is easier, though Washington lows near 27F can make outdoor pickups slower.