How to Price Junk Removal Jobs

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Are you wondering “How much should I charge for junk removal?” or “What’s the right way to price my junk removal jobs so I don’t lose money?” You’re not alone. According to industry stats, 95% of junk removal companies fail within their first three years—and the #1 reason is bad pricing.

In this video, we’ll break down exactly how we price junk removal jobs—from single-item pickups to full truckloads, plus how we handle specialty items like tires, paint, and hazardous waste. You’ll see real examples from our company, how we avoid undercharging, and the formula we use to stay profitable.

Whether you’re brand new or already running jobs, this step-by-step guide will help you price with confidence, stop guessing, and scale your junk removal business.

If you’ve ever searched:

How do junk removal companies set prices?

What should I charge for a couch pickup or a garage cleanout?

How much does a junk removal truckload cost?

What’s the right way to handle tires, paint, or hazardous waste pricing?

How can I make my junk removal business more profitable?

…this video has the answers.

We’ve generated over $40,000 in sales in the last two months using this exact system.

Timestamps (SEO Questions):
00:00 – Why do 95% of junk removal companies fail?
00:26 – What does a typical junk removal morning look like?
01:10 – How do junk removal companies stay profitable on slow days?
01:31 – What daily business tasks actually make you money tomorrow?
01:51 – Should you buy a dump truck for your junk removal business?
02:11 – Is a dump truck better than a trailer in tight city streets?
02:35 – What are the hidden benefits of driving a dump truck?
02:53 – How do dump truck tarps, ladders, and toolboxes help efficiency?
03:34 – How much should I charge for a 15-yard full truckload?
03:59 – How do I calculate quarter loads, half loads, and three-quarter loads?
04:34 – How should I price partial loads in junk removal?
05:18 – How much should I charge for a single-item pickup?
06:03 – What’s the average price for removing one couch or chair?
06:25 – What should I charge for a minimum junk removal pickup?
07:13 – How do I know what a quarter truckload looks like?
07:34 – Should I charge full price if there’s dead space in the truck?
08:10 – How do you price specialty items in junk removal?
08:28 – What should I charge for metal, rims, or paint disposal?
08:56 – Should I take hazardous materials like fuel or fire extinguishers?
09:38 – How much should I charge for recycling tires?
10:28 – Where can junk removal companies recycle tires cheaper?
11:10 – Should I charge extra labor fees for junk removal jobs?
11:23 – Final breakdown: what would you charge for this garage cleanup?