Cost guide · Updated Oct 9, 2026
Junk removal cost in Dallas in 2026
Published averages put junk removal in Dallas at $120 to $620 per job in 2026, median around $245. Real quotes run higher: when we called 13 Dallas haulers for a half-truck load in October, the four who named a price said $379 to $558. Post-teardown cleanouts are their own category priced by weight, and alley pickup on older lots can shave 10–15% off vs. front-yard load-out.
Estimate · sourced
$120 – $620
~$245 median · full truck $450–$620
1 real quote collected so far — band goes live at 5 businesses
Real quotes · Oct 9, 2026
What Dallas pros actually quoted us
Half-truck load (about 7–8 cubic yards). We called 13 local companies; 6 gave an estimate and 4 named a price from $379 to $558.
- $379
- $485
- $545
- $558
Every price came in above the $220–$410 single-room band published online, so plan on $400–$560 for a half truck. Three of the four said the number is final only after an on-site look, and the lowest adds $35 per 15 minutes of labor after the first 15.
By scope
| Scope | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Small load (few chairs, mini-fridge) | $110 – $210 | |
| Medium (single-room clear-out) | $220 – $410 | |
| Large (multi-room or garage) | $410 – $620 | |
| XL / construction debris | $620 – $900+ | Priced by weight |
What swings the price
- Heavy items (concrete, tile, roofing shingles) — weight surcharges.
- DFW landfill tipping fees ($40–$70 per ton).
- Drive time from urban core to Collin / Denton exurbs.
- HOA and gated-community access.
- E-waste and TV disposal fees ($25–$45).
Dallas specifics
Dallas has the highest single-family teardown rate of any Sun Belt metro, so post-demo cleanout jobs are a distinct pricing category — quoted by weight rather than volume. Alley pickup is standard in older Dallas neighborhoods like the M Streets and Lakewood, which speeds jobs and can shave 10–15% off vs. front-yard load-out — worth mentioning to the crew when you get the quote.
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FAQs
How much does junk removal cost in Dallas?
$120–$620 depending on volume. Median for a typical medium load is around $245. Full-truck jobs (~15 cu yd — a packed garage or a 2-3 room cleanout) run $450–$620.
Do Dallas junk-removal companies take construction debris?
Most take small volumes (a few bags of drywall or flooring scraps) at their standard rate. For anything above a 1/4 truck of concrete, tile, or shingles, expect a weight surcharge — those companies charge by the ton once you're over the free-weight threshold. For big cleanouts, a roll-off dumpster is usually cheaper.
What's the cheapest way to get rid of a fridge in Dallas?
$95–$160 through a junk-removal company (includes Freon reclaim). City of Dallas bulky-item pickup is free but scheduled 2-4 weeks out. If you're replacing an appliance, most retailers will haul the old one for $25–$50 as part of the delivery.
Do Dallas pros charge for alley vs. front-yard pickup?
Not typically as a line-item — but alley access is faster, so quotes on older-neighborhood homes with alley access (M Streets, Lakewood, Oak Cliff) tend to run 10–15% below equivalent volume front-yard jobs. Mention alley access when you get the quote.
How long does a full-truck cleanout take in Dallas?
2–3 hours on-site for a 2-person crew loading ~15 cu yd. Add 30–60 minutes for stairs, gated access, or a long carry from house to curb. Most companies schedule same-day or next-day for jobs booked before 10 AM.
What do Dallas junk haulers actually quote for a half-truck load?
On Oct 9, 2026 we called 13 Dallas junk-removal companies for a half-truck load. Six gave an estimate, and the four that named a price quoted $379, $485, $545 and $558. Three of those four said the final number depends on seeing the pile, and the $379 quote adds $35 per 15 minutes of labor after the first 15.
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Prices refresh quarterly. Last review: Oct 9, 2026.