Cost guide · Updated Aug 7, 2026
Junk removal cost in Phoenix in 2026
Junk removal in Phoenix runs $100 to $570 per job in 2026 — median around $200. Fridge Freon reclaim and the city's free bulk-pickup program shape the market: pros mostly get called for appliances, hoarder cleanouts, and HOA-restricted communities where the city trucks can't serve.
Typical range
$100 – $570
~$200 median · truckload $425–$570
By scope
| Scope | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single mattress | $80 – $130 | Curbside flat-rate services from $79 |
| Single fridge / freezer | $95 – $160 | Freon reclaim $20–$40 surcharge |
| 1/4 truck | $130 – $200 | |
| 1/2 truck | $240 – $340 | |
| Full truck (~15 cu yd) | $425 – $570 |
What swings the price
- Freon reclamation fee on fridges and freezers ($20–$40).
- City of Phoenix free bulk-pickup quota — 4 free per year cannibalizes low-end demand.
- Landfill fees ($55/ton minimum $40).
- Summer heat labor surcharge June–August (some haulers).
- Gated-community access + HOA sign-in.
Phoenix specifics
The City of Phoenix "Uncontained Waste Program" gives residents 4 free bulk-item pickups per year, which cannibalizes the low-end junk-removal market — pros mostly get called for freon appliances (the city won't take those), hoarder cleanouts, and HOA-restricted communities. Fridges have to go through the city's SRP-partnered recycling drop or a licensed reclaimer, so haulers charge a hard $20–$40 pass-through you should see itemized.
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FAQs
How much does junk removal cost in Phoenix?
$100–$570 depending on volume. Median $200. Curbside flat-rate services start at $79 for a single mattress or small item; full-truck loads land $425–$570.
Why do Phoenix pros charge extra for fridges?
Freon (or the modern refrigerant equivalent) has to be professionally reclaimed before the metal can be recycled. Haulers pay $20–$40 per unit to a licensed reclaimer and pass it through to you. A quote that doesn't itemize it will hit you with an on-site upcharge.
Doesn't Phoenix pick up bulk items for free?
Yes — the "Uncontained Waste Program" gives 4 free pickups per year for city residents. If you're over quota, in an HOA that opts out, or need same-week service, junk removal at $100+ per single item is the fallback. HOA and apartment residents almost always have to hire private.
Do Phoenix junk-removal pros work in summer?
Yes but often with a heat surcharge (5–15%) June–August, and typically only in early-morning or evening windows to protect the crew. Book non-urgent cleanouts for October–April if you can flex — same work, lower rate.
What can't I put out for junk removal in Phoenix?
Hazardous waste (paint, batteries, propane tanks, motor oil), medical waste, and tires (require special disposal). Most companies also won't take large concrete or landscape debris — those go through a separate roll-off dumpster rental.
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Prices refresh quarterly. Last review: Aug 7, 2026.