Junk Removal Pricing in Des Moines
Flat-rate quotes, no hourly meter, no hidden fees. What you're quoted is what you pay.
Truck-Load Pricing Tiers
Most full cleanouts are priced by how much of the truck your job fills. Our trucks hold about 15 cubic yards.
1/4 Truck
Up to ~4 cubic yards
- A few large items or a small cleanout
- Single-room furniture pickup
- Small garage corner
- Loading included
- Disposal fees included
1/2 Truck
Up to ~7 cubic yards
- Single-room cleanout
- Small basement or garage
- Multiple appliances
- Loading included
- Disposal fees included
3/4 Truck
Up to ~11 cubic yards
- Mid-size garage or basement
- Full furniture set from a home
- Storage unit cleanout
- Loading included
- Disposal fees included
Full Truck
Up to ~15 cubic yards
- Packed two-car garage
- Full basement cleanout
- Multi-room furniture
- Loading included
- Disposal fees included
Prices are typical Des Moines metro ranges. Final price depends on access, weight, and special items. We confirm flat-rate in writing before any work starts.
Pricing by Service
Common single-service rates across the Des Moines metro.
Furniture Removal
Starting at $95
Furniture removal in Des Moines typically runs $95 to $350 depending on how many pieces and how much labor is involved. A single couch is on the lower end. A multi-room clear-out is on the higher end.
See full furniture removal pricingAppliance Removal
Starting at $75
Single appliance removal in Des Moines is usually $75 to $175. Multiple appliances or units from basements and upper floors run higher.
See full appliance removal pricingGarage Cleanouts
Starting at $300
Garage cleanouts in the Des Moines metro typically range from $300 for a partial clear-out to $850 for a packed two-car garage. Pricing is based on the volume of the truck, not the hour.
See full garage cleanouts pricingBasement Cleanouts
Starting at $400
Basement cleanouts in Des Moines typically run $400 to $1,200 depending on volume and access. Stairs and tight corners add labor time but we still price by the truck-load, not the hour.
See full basement cleanouts pricingConstruction Debris
Starting at $250
Construction debris jobs in Des Moines typically run $250 to $900 depending on weight and volume. Shingles, tile, and concrete carry per-ton dump fees set by the transfer station.
See full construction debris pricingEstate Cleanouts
Starting at $600
Estate cleanouts in the Des Moines metro typically range from $600 for a one-bedroom apartment to $3,500+ for a packed multi-story home. Pricing is flat-rate based on volume, not hours.
See full estate cleanouts pricingCommercial Junk Removal
Starting at $200
Commercial junk removal in Des Moines starts at $200 for a small office pickup and runs up to several thousand for full retail or restaurant closures. Recurring schedules get reduced pricing.
See full commercial junk removal pricingHot Tub Removal
Starting at $350
Hot tub removal in Des Moines typically runs $350 to $750 depending on size, access, and whether decking has to be opened up to remove the tub.
See full hot tub removal pricingWhat Affects Your Final Price
- Volume: how much of the truck your job fills (the single biggest factor)
- Weight: heavy materials (concrete, brick, tile, shingles) carry per-ton transfer station fees
- Labor: stairs, long carries, and disassembly add time but we still quote flat-rate
- Special items: refrigerators and freezers (EPA-compliant recycling), mattresses (Iowa per-unit fee), TVs and e-waste (Iowa recycling fee), tires (per-tire disposal fee)
- Hazardous items: wet paint, motor oil, gasoline, propane tanks, and pesticides cannot go in the truck. We can advise on the right Polk County drop-off facility.
What's Always Included
- All loading and carrying labor
- Floor and door-frame protection
- Sweep-up after the load
- Transfer station fees
- Donation and recycling routing whenever possible
- Licensed and insured hauling
How to Get a Real Price
The fastest way to a real flat-rate price is to text photos to (515) 414-2280. We send back a written quote the same day. For larger jobs (full basements, estate cleanouts, commercial work), we'll come out for a free on-site walkthrough.
Ready for a Real Quote?
Text photos to (515) 414-2280 or fill out the form for a same-day flat-rate price.