How Much Does Junk Removal Cost in Brentwood & the East Bay? (2026 Pricing Guide)
If you're reading this, you probably just want a straight answer: how much does junk removal actually cost in Brentwood and the East Bay? Fair enough. Here it is up front — most jobs run $200 to $800 depending on how much you've got, and the price is based on how much space your junk takes in our trailer. No vague "call for pricing" runaround, no surprise fees after we load it. Below, we'll break down exactly how that number is built so you know what you're paying for before you ever pick up the phone.
How Junk Removal Pricing Actually Works
We price by volume, not by the item or by some mystery formula. Our trailer is 19 yards — that's roughly 8.5 pickup-truck loads of junk gone in a single trip. We charge in quarters:
- 1/4 trailer — $200 (about two pickup loads)
- 1/2 trailer — $400
- 3/4 trailer — $600
- Full trailer — $800
That's it for the hauling itself — labor, loading, transport, and standard disposal are all included. A quarter trailer is plenty for most single-room cleanouts, a couch and a few boxes, or a garage that's gotten a little out of hand. A full trailer handles the big ones: full garages, estate cleanouts, post-renovation debris. The point is you only pay for the space you actually use — we don't round up to the next tier and hope you don't notice.
What Costs Extra (and What Doesn't)
Most of what we haul carries no surcharge at all. Furniture, yard waste, construction debris, and general household junk ride at the standard trailer price. The only items that cost extra are the ones the transfer stations themselves charge special fees to handle — and we pass those through at cost. We don't mark them up. Here's the real list:
- Refrigerators, AC units, washers & stoves — $80 (refrigerant recovery and certified disposal)
- All other appliances (dryers, dishwashers, water heaters) — $60
- Mattresses/box springs — $35 (twin), $50 (full, queen, or king)
- TVs & computer monitors — $60
- Small electronics (VCRs, printers, etc.) — $15
- Tires — $15 ($25 with rim)
Why do fridges cost $80 but a dryer is $60? Because the transfer station charges us that — refrigerants have to be recovered by a certified facility, and that's the law. When a customer asks, we're happy to text them the facility's actual rate sheet so they can see we charge exactly what they charge us. No markup, no mystery.
Why Prices Vary Between Companies
You've probably noticed junk removal prices are all over the map. Here's why: the national chains — the 1-800-GOT-JUNK types — tend to quote high and then negotiate down if you push back. Their pricing is built around the assumption that most people won't haggle. A local hauler like us gives you one honest number the first time. We don't have a national ad budget to recoup, and we're not routing your call through a dispatch center three states away.
One honest caveat worth knowing: when a load is unusually heavy — broken concrete, tile, plaster, wet dirt — disposal is priced by weight, not just volume. We'll tell you that upfront: "the volume says $400, but the weight makes it $500." Our customers appreciate knowing exactly why the number is the number rather than getting a bigger bill at the curb.
How to Get the Most Accurate Quote
The fastest way to a real number is to text photos of your pile to (925) 436-1694. We'll reply with an upfront price, usually within the hour — 7 days a week from 5 AM to 7 PM. If you'd rather get a ballpark first, use our instant estimator: pick your load size, add any items that carry surcharges, and you'll see the price build in real time.
One thing we want to be clear about: the number we text you is a quote, not a guarantee. The final price is confirmed from your photos or on arrival — and it's never higher without your OK. If we show up and there's more than the photos showed, we tell you before we load a single thing. No bait-and-switch, no "well, actually" at the curb.
The Bottom Line
Junk removal in Brentwood and across the East Bay doesn't have to be complicated. It's $200 to $800 based on trailer volume, a handful of item fees passed through at cost, and one honest number before we start. We're locally owned and have been hauling for our neighbors in Brentwood, Oakley, Antioch, Pittsburg, Discovery Bay, Knightsen, and Bethel Island since 2008. When you call, you're talking to the owner — not a national call center.
Ready for a real price? Text photos to (925) 436-1694 or get your instant estimate online — no phone call required.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does junk removal cost in Brentwood?
Most Brentwood jobs run $200–$800 depending on how much trailer space you need. A quarter trailer (about two pickup loads) is $200, a half is $400, three-quarters is $600, and a full 19-yard trailer is $800. A few item types carry small disposal surcharges set by the transfer stations.
Do you charge extra for appliances?
Yes — appliances carry a disposal fee set by the transfer station, passed through at cost with no markup. Refrigerators, AC units, washers, and stoves are $80; all other appliances (dryers, dishwashers, water heaters) are $60. Furniture, yard waste, and general junk carry no surcharge.
Is there a minimum charge?
Yes — $200, which covers a quarter of our 19-yard trailer (roughly two pickup-truck loads). Most single-item jobs like a couch or a mattress fall within that minimum.
Want a real price right now?
Text photos of your pile to (925) 436-1694 or get an instant estimate online — no phone call required.
