Cost guide · Updated Aug 14, 2026
Junk removal cost in Fort Worth in 2026
Junk removal in Fort Worth runs $120 to $840 in 2026 — median around $385 for a half-truck load. The city collects bulk waste on a monthly cycle by neighborhood and runs free drop-off stations for residents, so the cheapest answer often depends on what week you are in.
Typical range
$120 – $840
~$385 for a half-truck (~7–8 cu yd)
By scope
| Scope | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single item / minimum pickup | $85 – $165 | |
| 1/4 truck (~4 cu yd) | $170 – $255 | |
| 1/2 truck (~7–8 cu yd) | $295 – $490 | |
| 3/4 truck (~11 cu yd) | $455 – $655 | |
| Full truck (~15 cu yd) | $600 – $845 |
What swings the price
- The monthly bulk collection cycle, which sets a free alternative for patient households.
- Free resident drop-off stations, useful for anything you can haul yourself.
- Summer heat, which limits outdoor and garage work to mornings.
- Refrigerant appliances and tires, both excluded from curbside collection.
Fort Worth specifics
Fort Worth runs bulk waste collection on a monthly schedule assigned by neighborhood, and it also operates drop-off stations where residents can bring loads at no charge. Between those two, a household that is not in a hurry has two free options before a hauler is worth calling. The catch is that the monthly cycle means your window might be three weeks out, and the drop-off stations will not take everything. Check your collection week first — for a couple of items with no deadline, waiting costs nothing.
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FAQs
How much does junk removal cost in Fort Worth?
$295–$490 for a half-truck load, median around $385. Single items start at $85–$165 and a full truck runs $600–$845.
When does the city collect bulk waste in Fort Worth?
On a monthly cycle assigned by neighborhood. Look up your collection week before hiring anyone — if you have a couple of items and no deadline, waiting for the cycle costs nothing.
Can I drop junk off myself?
Fort Worth operates drop-off stations available to residents at no charge for many materials. It does not cover everything — refrigerant appliances and some categories have separate handling — but for a truckload of ordinary items it is free.
What does a garage cleanout cost in Fort Worth?
$350–$850 for a typical two-car garage depending on volume and content. Paint, chemicals, tires, and automotive fluids need separate handling, so pull them out before the crew arrives.
Is Fort Worth cheaper than Dallas for junk removal?
Slightly, and for the same reason moving is: travel time. A hauler based on your side of the metroplex quotes lower than one crossing forty miles. Get at least one local quote rather than only Dallas-based ones.
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Prices refresh quarterly. Last review: Aug 14, 2026.