Junk Removal & Disposal
Junk Removal with Full-Size
Moving Trucks. Not Mini-Dumpers.
Every item you load onto a moving truck costs money to transport. That broken treadmill in the garage, the mattress nobody wants, the pile of renovation debris. Stop paying per-hour to move junk to your new address. Our crews remove it before your move, donate what qualifies, recycle what the law requires, and dispose of the rest at licensed facilities.
Moving + Storage under one roof, one company, one point of contact Plus complimentary moving blankets, wardrobe boxes, and floor protection with every move.
Junk Removal: Quick Facts
- Truck Capacity: 1,400+ cubic feet (3-4x larger than franchise mini-dumpers)
- service areas: San Francisco Bay Area (40+ cities) and Phoenix Metro (15+ cities)
- Scheduling: Same-day and next-day appointments often available
- Compliance: California e-waste (SB 20/50), Alameda County recycling ordinance
- Credentials: USDOT #2551548 | CA License CAL-T190721 | A+ BBB
- Data Destruction: Certificate of Destruction available for hard drives
The truck size advantage
Our Trucks Hold 3x More Than the Franchise Guys
Here is a fact the 1-800 junk franchises do not advertise: their trucks hold roughly 400 cubic feet. That is a glorified pickup bed with walls. Our 26-foot moving trucks hold 1,400+ cubic feet. Do the math. What takes them three trips, we finish in one.
1,400+ Cu Ft Per Truck
A franchise "full load" fills about one-quarter of our truck. Estate cleanouts, office clearouts, garage purges: one trip, done.
Professional Moving Crews
Our crews carry 300-pound gun safes, grand pianos, and cast-iron tubs every week. Your old sectional is not a challenge.
No Multiple Trip Fees
Franchise companies charge per trip. When their mini-truck fills up, you pay again. We load it all at once.
The math does not lie
Ontrack vs. Junk Removal Franchises
| Factor | Ontrack Moving | 1-800 Franchises |
|---|---|---|
| Truck capacity | 1,400+ cubic feet (26-ft moving truck) | ~400 cubic feet (mini-dumper) |
| Trips for a full house | Typically 1 trip | 3-4 trips (extra fees each time) |
| Crew strength | Professional movers who carry safes and pianos daily | General laborers, limited heavy-item experience |
| Combine with a move | Same foreman, same day, one appointment | Separate company, separate scheduling |
| Data destruction | Certificate of Destruction available | Rarely offered |
| E-waste compliance | CA SB 20/50 compliant, certified recyclers | Varies by franchise location |
Ontrack is a licensed carrier (USDOT #2551548). We own the trucks. We employ the crews. No subcontractors.
Items we haul
What We Remove
Furniture
Sofas, recliners, dining sets, dressers, bed frames, desks, entertainment centers. We disassemble what needs to come apart and carry it out, no matter the floor level.
Appliances
Refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers, water heaters, and microwaves. Disconnected and hauled to certified recycling facilities for proper metal and component processing.
Electronics & E-Waste
CRT monitors, tube TVs, old computers, printers, and peripherals. California law prohibits these in regular trash. We transport them to certified e-waste recyclers in compliance with SB 20/50.
Mattresses & Bedding
Mattresses, box springs, and bed frames of all sizes. These are difficult to dispose of on your own. In Alameda County, illegal dumping fines start at $1,000. Let us handle it legally.
Yard Waste & Debris
Branches, trimmings, old fencing, broken patio furniture, and outdoor debris. In Phoenix, clearing yard waste before summer prevents fire hazards and code violations when temperatures climb past 110 degrees.
Construction Debris
Renovation leftovers: drywall, old cabinets, flooring, fixtures, and lumber. In Oakland and Berkeley, where steep hillside driveways make renting a dumpster impossible, we carry it out by hand and load it onto our truck at the curb.
Items We Cannot Remove
- Hazardous chemicals and solvents
- Paint and paint cans
- Asbestos-containing materials
- Medical waste and biohazards
- Propane tanks and flammables
- Tires (in most cases)
Bay Area: Contact StopWaste.org for hazardous waste disposal. Phoenix: Contact Phoenix Public Works for household hazardous waste events.
Secure data destruction
Certificate of Destruction for Hard Drives
Deleting files does not erase data. Reformatting does not erase data. If your company is disposing of old workstations, servers, or laptops, the drives contain recoverable information: client records, financial data, proprietary code, employee files. Silicon Valley startups upgrading their server racks and Scottsdale firms clearing out old office equipment need documented proof that data has been permanently destroyed.
What You Receive
- Official Certificate of Destruction documenting secure data erasure
- Serial numbers of all destroyed drives logged for your compliance records
- Date, time, and method of destruction documented
- Audit-ready documentation for regulatory compliance
Donate Instead of Dump
Items in good condition deserve a second life. Our crews have dropped off furniture at Goodwill, St. Vincent de Paul, and local Bay Area and Phoenix charities. We handle the logistics. You get a cleaner conscience and a cleaner house.
Eco-compliant disposal
We Sort It So You Do Not Get Fined
California has the strictest disposal laws in the country. The Alameda County Mandatory Recycling Ordinance requires businesses and residents to separate recyclables from trash. E-waste bans prohibit CRT monitors and electronics from landfills. Mattress recycling laws are getting tighter every year. We know the rules and follow them.
- 1 Donate: Furniture, clothing, and household items in usable condition go to local charities and thrift stores. Our Arizona crew has even coordinated Goodwill drop-offs mid-job.
- 2 Recycle: Metals, electronics, and e-waste go to certified recycling facilities. CRT glass, circuit boards, and copper are processed separately per CA SB 20/50.
- 3 Dispose: Only items that cannot be donated or recycled go to licensed disposal sites. We keep the paperwork, you keep the peace of mind.
Service options
Junk Removal for Every Situation
Residential Clean-Outs
Garages packed to the ceiling. Attics full of boxes nobody has opened since 2015. That exercise bike collecting dust. We remove it all. Whether you are decluttering before a move, prepping a home for sale, or just reclaiming your space, one truck and one crew handles the entire house.
- Single items to full-house cleanouts
- Combine with moving services on the same day
- Donation coordination included at no extra charge
Estate Clean-Outs
Handling a loved one's estate is difficult enough without the physical burden of clearing a home. We work with families, executors, and estate sale companies to empty properties with care. Our truck capacity means most estate cleanouts finish in a single visit, not three or four return trips.
- Full property clear-outs in one visit
- Work around estate sales and family schedules
- Sensitive, respectful service
Commercial & Office Cleanouts
Upgrading furniture after a lease renewal? Closing a satellite office? Decommissioning a data closet? We remove desks, chairs, cubicles, server racks, and electronics. We schedule after hours to avoid disrupting your team, and we provide Certificates of Destruction for hard drives when your data policy requires it.
- Office furniture, IT equipment, and e-waste
- After-hours and weekend scheduling
- Certificate of Destruction for hard drives
Foreclosure & Eviction Cleanouts
Banks, property managers, and landlords call us when a property needs to be cleared fast. Our 1,400+ cubic foot trucks and trained crews handle volume that would take a franchise three or four trips. We sort on-site, donate what qualifies, and haul the rest to licensed facilities. Most single-family properties are cleared in one day.
- Same-day or next-day scheduling
- Full property clearance in a single visit
- Before/after photos for property documentation
How it works
Simple Junk Removal Process
Send Us Photos
Text or email photos of what needs to go. We estimate volume, check for e-waste or special items, and provide pricing based on how much truck space you will need.
Schedule
Pick a date. Standalone junk removal or same-day service combined with your move. Bay Area or Phoenix, we bring the right truck to your door.
We Load and Sort
Our crew arrives, loads everything, and sweeps up. You point at what goes. We sort donations from recyclables from disposal items on the truck.
Compliant Disposal
Donations go to charities. E-waste goes to certified recyclers. The rest goes to licensed facilities. We follow Alameda County and Maricopa County disposal rules so you do not have to.
Taking care of our disposal needs
Jesus and Mauricio has done a wonderful job helping us move our furniture back! And also, taking care of our disposal needs! Really helpful and truly grateful! Thank you Jesus and Mauricio for your tremendous help! Best regards, Erwin Villaresis
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Great job with moving and disposal
Alejandro and Santiago Acevedo did a great job with moving and disposal. Will work with them again.
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Even dropped off a bunk bed with Goodwill
Professional, courteous. Showed up on time, and were efficient. They even dropped off a bunk bed with Goodwill. Highly recommend.
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Service areas
Junk Removal in Two Markets
San Francisco Bay Area
Eco-compliance is not optional here. Alameda County's Mandatory Recycling Ordinance means fines for improper disposal. California's e-waste bans (SB 20/50) prohibit CRT monitors and electronics in regular trash. We sort everything to keep you compliant.
Access challenges: Steep driveways in the Oakland and Berkeley Hills where rental dumpsters are illegal or physically impossible to park. Narrow Victorian staircases in San Francisco. Walk-up apartments in the Mission with no elevator. Our crews navigate all of it because they do it every day on moving jobs.
Phoenix Metro Area
Alley pickup capability. Many Mesa, Chandler, and Gilbert neighborhoods use rear-alley access for bulk item pickup. The city bulk trash schedule in Phoenix runs on a quarterly rotation by district, and if you miss your window, you wait months. We do not wait for the city. We show up when you need us.
Beat the heat. Clearing out yard waste, old patio furniture, and garage junk before June means you avoid working in 110-degree temperatures. Our crews start early morning in the summer months and know how to handle volume fast before the worst heat hits.
Related services
Combine With Your Move
Residential Moving
Full-service home moving. Add junk removal to clear out items you do not want to bring to your new place. Same foreman, same day.
Learn MoreSenior Moving
Downsizing from a 4-bedroom to a 2-bedroom means half the furniture has to go somewhere. We move what you keep and haul what you do not.
Learn MoreCommercial Moving
Office furniture removal, IT equipment disposal, and hard drive destruction certificates. We work after hours so your team stays productive.
Learn MoreCommon questions
Junk Removal FAQs
Junk removal starts at $75 to $150 for single items like a sofa or appliance. For larger jobs, we charge by volume. Because our moving trucks hold 1,400+ cubic feet (vs. 400 in a franchise mini-dumper), a "full load" from the other guys fills roughly one-quarter of ours. You get more hauling capacity per dollar. Call (888) 914-8787 for a free estimate.
We are a licensed moving company (USDOT #2551548), not a junk franchise. Our 26-foot moving trucks hold 1,400+ cubic feet. Standard franchise mini-dumpers hold roughly 400 cubic feet. That means we carry 3 to 4 times the volume in a single trip, which eliminates multiple appointments, extra trip fees, and wasted time for estate cleanouts or office clearouts.
We remove furniture, appliances, mattresses, electronics (including CRT monitors and tube TVs under California e-waste compliance), yard waste, construction debris, and general household junk. We do not remove hazardous materials like paint, chemicals, asbestos, propane tanks, or medical waste. Contact us with questions about specific items.
Yes. CRT monitors and tube TVs contain lead and mercury, making them illegal to put in regular trash in California. We handle e-waste removal in full compliance with California SB 20/50 e-waste regulations. We transport them to certified e-waste recyclers so you avoid fines and keep hazardous materials out of landfills. This applies to all Bay Area pickups.
In most cases, yes. Our 1,400+ cubic foot trucks and trained moving crews handle volume that would take a franchise three or four trips. We regularly clear entire homes, garages, and yards for property managers, banks, and landlords. We sort on-site, donate what qualifies, and haul the rest to licensed facilities, typically completing the job in a single visit.
Yes. We coordinate donation drop-offs for items in usable condition. In the Bay Area, we work with local charities and Goodwill locations. In Phoenix, our crews have dropped items at Goodwill and St. Vincent de Paul. Donating keeps usable items out of landfills and we handle the logistics so you do not have to.
Yes. Many clients combine junk removal with their move, and it is often the most efficient approach. We haul away items you do not want to bring to your new home on the same day. No separate appointments, no extra scheduling. Just tell us what goes and what stays when you book your move.
Yes. We provide complete estate clean-out services for families, executors, and estate sale companies. Our crews handle the heavy lifting, hauling, and disposal. We can work around estate sales, clearing the remaining items after the sale concludes. Our truck capacity means most estate cleanouts finish in a single visit.
Yes. For businesses disposing of old computers, servers, and storage devices, we offer Certificate of Destruction services at an additional cost. You receive documented proof of secure data erasure with serial numbers, date, time, and method of destruction. This is relevant for Silicon Valley tech firms and Scottsdale businesses with CCPA, HIPAA, or SOX compliance requirements.
We sort everything. In the Bay Area, we adhere to Alameda County Mandatory Recycling Ordinance requirements and California e-waste bans. Items in good condition go to donation centers. Recyclable materials go to certified facilities. Only items that cannot be donated or recycled go to licensed disposal sites. We handle the sorting so you do not get fined.
Contact us with details about what you need removed. Photos help us estimate volume and determine truck requirements. Let us know about access issues like stairs, steep driveways, narrow hallways, or alley access in Phoenix. Our office will discuss your specific needs and provide pricing based on your situation.
