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Junk Removal in Pittsburgh, PA

Compare 4 local junk removal pros. Typical service: $156–$364.

Top Junk Removal Companies in Pittsburgh

  1. 1.Junk King Pittsburgh

    4.9★ (1,969 reviews)

    4.9★ from 1969 reviews

    +14125369780Website

  2. 2.College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving Pittsburgh

    4.7★ (1,480 reviews)

    4.7★ from 1480 reviews

    +14123243194Website

  3. 3.G.I.HAUL® Junk and Waste Removal Pittsburgh

    4.9★ (1,025 reviews)

    4.9★ from 1025 reviews

    +14124235865Website

  4. 4.1-800-Haul-Out Pittsburgh Junk Removal

    4.8★ (84 reviews)

    4.8★ from 84 reviews

    +14124851241Website

Junk Removal Cost in Pittsburgh

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

ServiceTypical range in Pittsburgh
Typical pickup$156–$364/load
Single item$78–$156/item
Half truckload$260–$468/load
Full truckload$572–$936/load

Junk Removal prices in Pittsburgh run about 4% 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 4 companies serving Pittsburgh, rated 4.8★ on average across 4,558 customer reviews.

Pittsburgh Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Pittsburgh's weather means for scheduling junk removal.

Last spring frost
April 16
First fall frost
October 25
Annual precipitation
39.29"
Heating degree days
5,563
Cooling degree days
744
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan21.8°35.8°2.73"
Feb24°39.3°2.68"
Mar31°49°3.1"
Apr41.6°61.6°3.15"
May50.7°70.6°4.17"
Jun59.3°78.6°4.04"
Jul63.3°82.4°3.77"
Aug62.5°81.1°3.51"
Sep55.4°73.6°3.35"
Oct44°62.6°2.52"
Nov35.7°50.8°3.35"
Dec26.4°39.5°2.92"

NOAA station data 6.52 miles from Pittsburgh.

Permits & Regulations in PA

  • Pennsylvania has no junk removal license, but waste trucks over 17,000 pounds that regularly haul municipal waste need Act 90 authorization from DEP
  • Disposal facilities may not accept waste from an unauthorized Act 90 vehicle
  • Refrigerators, freezers and window air conditioners must have their refrigerant recovered before scrapping under EPA Section 608 safe-disposal rules

License required: No junk removal license; PA DEP Act 90 authorization for waste trucks over 17,000 lb

Sources: www.pa.gov, www.epa.gov

Junk Removal FAQs for Pittsburgh

How much does junk removal cost in Pittsburgh?

A typical junk removal pickup in Pittsburgh runs $156-$364, priced mainly by how much of the truck the load fills.

How many junk removal companies serve Pittsburgh?

We track 4 junk removal companies serving Pittsburgh.

Is junk removal in Pittsburgh more expensive than average?

Junk removal in Pittsburgh runs about +4% versus the national average; local landfill tipping fees also move the price.

Do junk haulers need a license in PA?

In PA, Pennsylvania has no junk removal license, but waste trucks over 17,000 pounds that regularly haul municipal waste need Act 90 authorization from DEP. Ask a Pittsburgh hauler where items go and whether they donate or recycle what they can.

How is junk removal priced in Pittsburgh?

Most Pittsburgh companies price by volume: a single item costs less than a typical pickup of $156-$364, and a full truckload costs several times more.

When should I schedule a garage cleanout in Pittsburgh?

Summer highs near 82F in Pittsburgh make garage and attic cleanouts hard work; spring and fall are the easiest seasons to book.

Can junk removal crews take yard waste in Pittsburgh?

Most can. Pittsburgh yard waste peaks after storms and in fall; it gets about 39.29 inches of precipitation a year, and storm debris is a common call.

Is winter a good time for junk removal in Pittsburgh?

Demand drops in winter, so booking is easier, though Pittsburgh lows near 22F can make outdoor pickups slower.