How Much Does Furniture Removal Cost? [2024 Data]

Normal range: $75 - $250

The average U.S. homeowner pays around $180 for furniture removal. Costs vary between $75 and $250, depending on the furniture’s size, type, and location.

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Rachel Hoffman
Written by Rachel Hoffman
Contributing Writer
Updated June 25, 2024
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Buying new furniture? Having your old furniture removed costs an average of {{nationalAvgCost}}, with prices commonly ranging from $75 to $250. Removing heavy furniture on your own is inconvenient, especially if you don’t have a truck or van to load up.

Don’t let unwanted furniture take up valuable space in your home. Hire a junk removal company to remove your old furniture so you can focus on the fun parts of redecorating.

See the price range for furniture removal:
How we get this data
Normal range for U.S.
$75 - $250
  • Average
  • $180
  • Low end
  • $50
  • high end
  • $400
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Furniture Removal Cost Factors

When it’s time to redecorate, you want your home to be out with the old and in with the new. Old furniture can be hard to get rid of, requiring heavy lifting, a truck or van, and time to drive to the landfill. Hiring a local junk removal company to remove your furniture saves you the time and hassle of disposing of your old items, but furniture removal costs vary depending on several factors.

Type of Furniture

Some junk removal companies charge per item depending on the type of furniture being removed. Larger or heavier items like sectional couches or patio sets cost more to remove than smaller items like mattresses or chairs.

Type of FurnitureAverage Removal Cost
Mattress$75–$100
Couch$75–$150
Sectional$100–$175
Armchair$50–$100
Patio set$150–$250
Table$50–$100

Number of Pieces

Expect to pay more if you’re getting rid of multiple pieces of furniture. If the junk removal company charges by weight instead of furniture type, you’ll pay a flat fee per pound. 

If the company charges based on the number or type of furniture items, ask if they offer a discounted rate for multiple items. Some companies don’t charge the full amount for additional items if they’re already taking something else. 

Accessibility

If your furniture is hard to get to, difficult to carry, or challenging to remove, your bill may be higher. Removing furniture from an apartment building with no freight elevator or the top floor of a multi-story home with narrow stairs can cost more. 

Very heavy pieces or large items that need to be disassembled to fit through the door may also incur an extra charge. Let the company know when booking your pickup if any of your furniture may be difficult to access or remove.

Common additional furniture removal charges compared visually, including no elevator, heavy items, and additional workers
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Additional Labor

Most junk removal companies charge based on a set number of workers—often two people—and a maximum amount of time per job. If removing your furniture will require extra time or labor, expect to pay more. 

Tipping

Tipping isn’t mandatory for junk removal, but if you’d like to show your appreciation for a job well done, tip junk haulers 5 to 10% of the total cost or $10 to $20 per worker. A tip will be especially appreciated if the job involves a lot of heavy lifting, multiple flights of stairs, or extra work like disassembly.

DIY Furniture Removal vs. Hiring a Pro

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Hauling away old furniture on your own is a good option if you’re physically able to move the items and have a truck or van that can accommodate them. If you bring your old furniture to the landfill, expect to pay about $10 to $50 per large item. 

If you don’t have a vehicle big enough to hold furniture or can’t lift heavy items, hire someone who can haul junk away to remove your old furniture. 

Furniture Removal MethodAverage Cost
Junk removal company$75–$250
Dumpster rental$300–$500
Bring to the landfill$10–$50

Cost of Common Furniture Removal Add-Ons

A junk removal company can take more than just your old furniture. It may be cost-effective to get rid of other items at the same time that the company is already at your house.

Ways to Save on Furniture Removal

If you’re looking for a budget-friendly way to dispose of old furniture, especially if your items are still in good condition, you have a few options. They may involve more work than hiring someone to remove and dispose of your furniture, but they will be a little easier on your budget.

Sell or Give Away Your Furniture

If your items are still usable and might be appreciated by someone looking for a low-cost or free way to get furniture, list them on a local sales or giveaway site or forum like Facebook Marketplace or Freecycle. Make sure you’re clear the recipient will need to pick up the items—you’ll need to bring it outside, but they’ll take it from there. 

Make a Donation

Many nonprofits will take furniture donations that are in good condition, so this is a great option if you’re replacing furniture that’s still clean, intact, and in good shape. Find a local organization that will pick up the items to find out their donation guidelines and process. You might even be able to use the donation as a tax write-off.

Rent a Dumpster

If you’re doing a whole-house overhaul or need to get rid of a lot of unwanted items at once after a cleanout, consider renting a dumpster. Rental companies have guidelines regarding what you can and can’t put in a dumpster, but as long as you don’t have hazardous or other prohibited materials, you can clear out a large amount of trash, including furniture, for a flat fee. Dumpsters cost an average of $300 to $800 per week for a 20-yard dumpster.

Angi Tip
While there are federal guidelines for hazardous waste, each state and town also has its own unique guidelines. Make sure to check with your local government to understand its waste disposal regulations before starting your next removal project.
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Check Local Trash Collection

Some municipal or private trash services will pick up furniture left out for collection. Services have different guidelines for what’s accepted and when and where it’ll be picked up. They often require advance notice, so contact your trash collection service to find out how to proceed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Some furniture retailers will haul away old items while delivering new ones. Check with the store to find out if removal is included in your purchase price or available at a discounted rate. There may be a minimum purchase required to qualify for removal, but you might be able to save money by having the delivery service remove your old items.

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Rachel Hoffman
Written by Rachel Hoffman
Contributing Writer
Rachel is a freelance writer and editor dedicated to helping people clean up their messes, get organized, and learn to love their homes again. Her work has appeared in Elle, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, Real Simple, Good Housekeeping, Apartment Therapy, Lifehacker, and NBC News.
Rachel is a freelance writer and editor dedicated to helping people clean up their messes, get organized, and learn to love their homes again. Her work has appeared in Elle, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, Real Simple, Good Housekeeping, Apartment Therapy, Lifehacker, and NBC News.
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