What Does Junk Removal Cost in the Poconos?

Last updated: November 2026

How much does junk removal cost in the Poconos?

Most residential junk removal jobs in the Poconos cost between $150 and $600. That's the range All American Rubbish and Maintenance sees on typical residential debris cleanup jobs across Pike County, Wayne County and the surrounding PA communities. Where your job lands depends on three things: how much there is (volume), what it is (material type), and how easy it is to reach (property access). Larger commercial cleanouts and full estate cleanouts are priced by scope, and every job starts with a free estimate.

What decides where your junk removal price lands?

• Volume. A few pieces of furniture sit at the low end of the range. A packed garage or basement sits near the top.
• Material type. Heavy material like concrete, brick and masonry takes more labor and weighs more at disposal than furniture or cardboard.
• Access. A pile at the end of the driveway loads faster than a basement full of items carried up a narrow staircase.
• Sorting. We sort recyclable metal, wood, cardboard and applicable electronics at the point of removal, so less goes to landfill.

Every job includes labor, loading, transport and proper disposal. You don't carry anything to the curb, and you aren't renting equipment.

What does a junk removal crew take?

Our crew removes household junk and furniture, appliances and electronics, yard waste and tree debris, construction and renovation debris, fire and water damage debris, and commercial office contents. We also handle full estate and hoarding cleanouts. We don't take regulated hazardous materials such as asbestos, chemicals and medical waste. Those require licensed specialist removal.

See the full list on our debris and rubbish cleanup service page.

Why is late fall a good time to clear out junk in the Poconos?

November is the last easy window before winter sets in. Highs in the Hawley and Lake Wallenpaupack area drop from the upper 40s°F in November to the mid-30s°F by December, and lows fall into the 20s°F. Once snow and ice arrive, driveways, yards and outbuildings get harder to reach. Clearing a shed, garage or yard now means the crew isn't working around snowbanks, and the space is ready for winter storage.

How does the junk removal process work?

1. Free, no-obligation estimate. Tell us what needs to go and where it is.
2. Flexible same-week scheduling. Same-week scheduling is standard across PA.
3. The crew arrives on time with equipment. You don't need to move anything first.
4. Sorting for recycling where possible.
5. Transport to approved disposal facilities.
6. A final walkthrough before we leave.

Why hire All American Rubbish for junk removal in Pike and Wayne County?

All American Rubbish and Maintenance has been in business since 1993. Founder Greg Swenson runs a licensed, insured crew with more than 5,000 completed projects. We serve Hawley, Milford, Lake Ariel and the Lake Wallenpaupack region. If you're local, see our junk removal and demolition page for Hawley, PA. For a deeper look at what's involved, read our complete guide to debris and junk removal.

Frequently asked questions about junk removal cost

Is there a minimum charge for junk removal?

Pricing is based on volume, material type and access, so the best way to know is a free estimate. Small loads sit at the low end of our typical $150–$600 residential range. Call (888) 883-6161 and describe what you have.

Do I need to be home for junk removal?

Not necessarily. As long as the crew can reach the items and we've agreed on what goes, we can complete the job and confirm with photos.

Do you recycle what you haul away?

Yes, where possible. We sort metal, wood, cardboard and applicable electronics at the point of removal and divert them from landfill. Everything else goes to approved disposal facilities.

How fast can you come out?

Same-week scheduling is standard across PA. Next-day service is frequently available for fire damage and pre-inspection deadlines.