FAQ
Every question we get about KC junk removal.
Pricing, scheduling, what we take and what we can't, donations, and COIs for property managers, all in one place.
General
How much does junk removal cost in Kansas City?
Single items start at $125. Bigger jobs are priced by how much of our 26-foot box truck they fill: about one pickup load is $200, a quarter truck is $750, half is $1,300 and a full truck is $2,200. Whole-house cleanouts start at $1,300 and are quoted after a free on-site walkthrough, since every house is different. We price by truck space, not by item or hour, and we back it with a beat-any-written-quote-by-10% promise. We give you a written quote on-site before we lift anything, so there are no surprises.
Do you offer same-day junk removal?
Yes. Same-day requests booked before noon are usually picked up the same afternoon across the KC metro. Text us a photo of the load and we'll reply with a quote and an arrival window within 15 minutes on weekdays, 8 to 5.
What items can you take?
Furniture, mattresses, appliances, electronics, yard debris, construction debris, hoarding cleanouts, estate cleanouts, and general household junk. If you can point at it, we can almost always take it.
Do you tear out carpet, flooring or cabinets?
Yes. We pull up old carpet with the pad and tack strip, floating (click-together) laminate, and ceramic or porcelain floor tile. In homes built in 1978 or later we also pull up hardwood floors, take out kitchen cabinets and vanities, and take drywall off walls and ceilings. We haul it all away. Baseboards stay on the wall on floor jobs, the studs always stay, we don't remove vinyl or wall tile, and a licensed plumber or electrician disconnects any lines first. Text us a few photos and we'll send you a price.
Do you do trash hauling or garbage removal?
Yes, with one difference. We're a one-time junk pickup and trash hauling service, not a weekly garbage route. We take bagged trash, old furniture, cleanout debris, and anything your regular garbage service won't take, hauled the same day by the truckload. If your weekly cart is the problem, that's your city or trash hauler. If it's a pile, a garage, or a whole house, that's us. We haul junk, any amount, from any floor.
Do you buy scrap metal, cars, or appliances? Do you drop off dumpsters?
No to all of it. We get asked daily, so here it is plainly. We're a paid removal service, not a buyer. You pay us to haul things away; we never buy scrap metal, vehicles, appliances, or any other material, and we don't pay for junk. If you're trying to sell metal, a local scrap yard is who you want. We also don't rent, deliver, or drop off dumpsters, so there's no container left in your driveway. We bring a crew and our 26-foot box truck, load everything by hand, and it's gone the same visit.
What can't you take?
For safety and legal reasons, we can't haul hazardous materials: gasoline or fuel, oil-based or wet paint, pesticides, chemicals, asbestos, medical waste, ammunition, explosives, propane tanks, car batteries, and fluorescent bulbs. We'll point you to the right Kansas City drop-off site for anything on that list and still haul everything else in your load. If you're not sure, text us a photo and we'll tell you in 30 seconds, or check our disposal guide.
Are you insured?
Yes. We carry $1M in general liability insurance, and we can get property managers, HOAs, and commercial clients a Certificate of Insurance the same day.
Do you donate or recycle?
Yes, whenever we can. We work with local Kansas City charities and recyclers, and when items are donated, we send you a donation receipt within 14 days.
Do I need to be home for the pickup?
Not always. If items are outside, in the garage, or you can tell us how to get in, we can do the job without you home. Most customers prefer a quick on-site walk-through, but it's not required.
What areas do you serve?
Independence (our HQ), Kansas City, Lee's Summit, Blue Springs, Raytown, Grandview, Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa, Shawnee, Liberty, Gladstone, and surrounding KC-metro communities.
Searching for "junk removal near me" in the KC metro?
If you're anywhere in the Kansas City metro (Missouri or Kansas side), the answer is probably us. We're the owner-operated junk haulers near you for 44 metro cities, with same-day junk pickup on most weekdays. Check the service-area page for your city, or just text us your address with a photo of the junk and we'll confirm in minutes.
Pricing
Why volume-based pricing instead of by item?
Two reasons. First, it's easy to picture: you can see how much truck space your stuff will take, so the price makes sense before we arrive. Second, it's fairer to you. If your items take less space than expected, you pay less. That doesn't happen with by-item pricing.
Is the on-site quote different from the phone quote?
Sometimes. If the actual volume is noticeably different from what you described, we'll re-quote. We always show you the final written quote, and we need your written approval before we lift a thing.
Is there a trip minimum?
Yes, $125 for residential pickups within our standard KC-metro service area. It covers our dispatch, drive time, and the basic disposal fee for a single small item. The next step up is about one pickup load, at $200.
Do you charge extra for same-day service?
No same-day premium for standard residential pickups. Very large same-day jobs that take more than one load may carry a small expedite fee, and we always tell you upfront.
What payment do you accept?
Cash, check, or Venmo, with no fee. Credit and debit cards add a 3.5% processing fee, so a full 26-foot truck at $2,200 comes to $2,277.00 by card. You pay when we're done, and standard residential jobs need no deposit. Commercial accounts can be billed net-15 with a signed agreement.
Do you offer any discounts?
Yes, for referrals. If you refer a friend, you both get $25: they get $25 off their first job and you get a $25 credit. One discount per job; just mention it when you book.
Are you the cheapest junk removal in Kansas City?
Probably not the absolute cheapest. Someone with a pickup truck and no insurance will always undercut everyone. Instead, we give you a published $125 minimum with every price on the pricing page, a promise to beat any reputable written quote by 10%, and an insured crew you can let inside your home. Cheap junk removal that damages a doorframe isn't cheap.
Process & scheduling
How fast can you get to me?
Anywhere within 30 miles of Independence (most of the KC metro), it's usually same-day if you book before 11am on a weekday, and otherwise the next weekday. We work Monday to Friday across Independence, Kansas City, Lee's Summit, Blue Springs, Overland Park, and the wider metro.
What happens after I submit a quote request?
We text you back with a quote range and an arrival window within 15 minutes on weekdays, 8 to 5. On-site, our crew gives you a firm written quote before lifting anything. You approve, we work. Payment is at completion.
Can I text you a photo instead of filling out the form?
Yes, and it's the fastest way. Text photos to (816) 406-3857 and we'll reply with a quote in 15 minutes on weekdays, 8 to 5.
Do you require deposits?
No deposit required for standard residential jobs. If you want to lock in a slot, there's an optional $25 deposit, fully credited toward your final invoice.
How do donations work?
Whenever we can, items in donatable condition go to our local KC partners (Habitat ReStore, Goodwill, City Union Mission, Furniture Bank of KC). Within 14 days, you receive a donation receipt listing what was donated and where, for tax purposes.
Do you offer a Certificate of Insurance for property managers?
Yes, same-day. Send us the COI holder details and we'll email it within the hour. We carry $1M general liability.
Tear-outs
What tear-outs do you do?
We pull up carpet, floating laminate, floor tile and nailed hardwood, take out kitchen cabinets and vanities, take drywall off walls and ceilings, and take down above-ground pools, then haul all of it away. Each one has its own page with the details.
Do you do tear-outs at any home?
We do tear-outs at homes: houses, townhomes, and duplexes and other buildings with up to four units. Offices, stores and bigger apartment buildings usually need inspections first, so we don't take those tear-outs right now. We can still haul what someone else pulled out.
Why does the year my home was built matter?
Homes built before 1978 can have lead paint, including in old floor finishes. Taking out cabinets, hardwood or drywall disturbs those surfaces, and that work needs EPA lead-safe certification, which we don't hold. So cabinet, hardwood and drywall removal is for homes built in 1978 or later, unless an older home has a written lead-free test. Carpet, laminate, tile and pools have no build-year limit, but painted trim in older homes always stays on the wall.
Will you disconnect plumbing, gas or electrical?
No. A licensed plumber or electrician caps or disconnects any water, gas or power lines before we arrive, whether it's a sink, a dishwasher, the outlets in a wall or a pool heater. Once everything is disconnected, we take it out and haul it.
What happens if you find old vinyl or black glue under the floor?
We stop and leave it. Old vinyl flooring and the black glue under old floors can contain asbestos, and they should be tested before anyone disturbs them. If a test comes back clean in writing, we can finish the job.
Do you call before digging?
Yes. Anything that comes out of the ground, like a pool's sand base or post pads, gets a free utility locate first. That takes at least two working days, so plan for it when you book.
How do you price tear-outs?
From photos and room sizes, because rooms, materials and weight vary too much for a flat rate. You get a price before we come out and a firm written quote on-site before we start. Every job has our $125 trip minimum.
Residential Junk Removal
Do I need to be home for a residential pickup?
Not always. If the items are outside or you can tell us how to get in, we can do the job without you there. Most customers prefer to do a quick walk-through with us, though. It only takes a few minutes.
How much does residential junk removal cost in Kansas City?
Single items start at $125. Bigger jobs are priced by how much of our 26-foot box truck they fill: about one pickup load is $200, a quarter truck is $750, half is $1,300 and a full truck is $2,200. Whole-house cleanouts start at $1,300 and are quoted after a free on-site walkthrough, since every house is different. We price by truck space, not item count, so one big item or a few small ones both come in at the trip minimum. You get an exact written quote on-site before we lift a thing.
Commercial Junk Removal
Can you provide a Certificate of Insurance?
Yes, the same day. Tell us who the COI holder should be (property manager, HOA, building owner) and we'll email it within the hour.
Do you handle recurring property management work?
Yes. We set up monthly or quarterly service for property managers. We can quote a flat per-turnover rate or a volume rate, whichever you prefer.
Furniture Removal
Do you take mattresses and box springs?
Yes. We take mattresses, box springs, bed frames, and headboards. Mattress disposal in Kansas City is regulated, so we handle the fees and where it goes. You don't have to think about it.
How much does couch removal cost in Kansas City?
A single couch typically falls in the $125–$189 range depending on size, location (walk-up vs. ground floor), and timing. Sectionals run $149–$275. We quote a firm number on-site.
Appliance Removal
Do you take refrigerators with refrigerant still in them?
Yes. We follow EPA Section 608 requirements. A certified facility recovers the refrigerant, and the metal is recycled.
How much to remove an old refrigerator in Kansas City?
Removing one fridge usually runs $125–$199, depending on access. If you have several appliances, we bundle them at a real discount.
Garage Cleanouts
Do you clear basements and attics too?
Yes. Garages, basements, and attics are all the same job to us, and we can do two in one visit. Basements and attics just add stairs, and that's our problem, not yours. We bring straps, dollies, and floor protection and carry everything up or down ourselves. You never have to move a box to the driveway first.
How much does a garage cleanout cost?
Our garage cleanout services start at $300 for a single-car garage and $450 for a two-car, priced by how much of our 26-foot box truck the load fills, not by the hour. You get a firm number before we touch anything. If you want a ballpark first, text us a photo of the garage.
How long does a garage cleanout take?
Most two-car garages clear in 2–4 hours with a 2-person crew. Heavily packed garages or 3-car garages can run 5–8 hours.
Do I need to sort anything before you arrive?
No. The fastest version of this job is you standing in the driveway pointing. If you want a keep pile, make one before we arrive or point things out as we go. We only haul what you've approved.
Can you do it while I'm at work?
Usually, yes. Leave the garage open or share the door code, mark anything that stays, and we'll text you photos before and after. Questions mid-job go to your phone instead of waiting on your driveway.
Do you take freezers, mowers, and shop equipment?
Yes. Freezers, fridges, mowers, tools, workbenches, and exercise equipment all go. For anything with an engine, run the fuel dry or siphon it first, because gasoline itself can't ride in the truck.
What can't you take from a garage?
We can't take wet or oil-based paint, motor oil, gasoline, propane tanks, or car batteries. Those go to KC household hazardous waste (HHW), and we'll point you to the right local drop-off. Fully dried-out latex paint cans and small quantities of tires are sometimes workable, so text us a photo first. Everything else is fair game.
Basement Cleanouts
How much does a basement cleanout cost in Kansas City?
Basement cleanouts start at $250, the same as a whole room, and the price goes up with how much of our 26-foot box truck the basement fills. Stairs don't change the price; volume does. You get an exact written quote on-site before we carry a single box.
Can you take water-damaged or musty items?
Yes. Water-damaged furniture, carpet, and boxes are some of the most common things we haul out of KC basements. If the wet carpet is still on the floor, we can pull it up, pad and tack strip included. The one limit is mold. If you've had standing water and there's visible mold growing on the walls or framing, hauling the contents is our job, but treating the structure is a remediation specialist's. We'll clear the junk so they can get to work.
Do I need to sort everything before you arrive?
No. Walk down with us, point at what goes, and we handle the rest, including pulling out anything we can donate as we load. If you start a keep pile halfway through, that's fine too. The final price is based on what actually leaves in the truck.
Attic Cleanouts
How much does an attic cleanout cost?
Our trip minimum is $125, about one pickup load is $200, and a whole room starts at $250. Access (pull-down stairs vs. a hatch and ladder) affects how long it takes, but the price is still set by the truck space your stuff fills, and you see it in a written on-site quote first.
Can you remove attic insulation?
Loose-fill insulation removal is specialty work, not a junk job. Old vermiculite insulation can also contain asbestos, which we legally can't haul. Boxed and bagged contents, furniture, fans, and decor are all fair game. If you're not sure what's up there, text us a photo and we'll tell you in 30 seconds.
Will you work in a finished attic or bonus room?
Yes. Finished attics and bonus rooms are just easier versions of the same job. We lay floor protection on the stairs and carry everything down.
Estate Cleanouts
How much does an estate cleanout cost in Kansas City?
Every estate is different, so we quote in person. We do a free walkthrough, then give you one written number for the whole job, not an hourly meter. Whole houses start at $1,300, half of our 26-foot box truck, with no fixed upper price. The quote is the price. It doesn't grow unless the scope does.
How soon can you start?
We can usually walk the property within a day or two and start the same week. We work Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm. If a closing date or a listing deadline is driving this, tell us and we'll work backward from it.
Do we need to be there while you work?
No. We can work from a key, a lockbox code, or a realtor letting us in, and we text photos as rooms clear. Estate cleanouts are often run entirely by family in another state.
What happens to everything you haul out?
Anything usable is offered to local KC charities first. When items are donated, we send a receipt within 14 days listing where they went. The rest is disposed of properly.
What if there are things the family wants to keep?
Walk us through before we start. Anything you point out stays, and we only haul what you've approved. If you can't be there, mark keep items with tape or send us a photo list and tell us what to watch for. We'll set aside anything you've flagged.
Do you buy items or run estate sales?
No. We're the crew that comes after those decisions are made. If there's going to be an estate sale or auction, run it first, and we'll clear whatever's left.
Can you coordinate with my realtor or out-of-state family?
Yes. Estate cleanouts are often run by adult children who live out of state. We text or email photos before and after, deal directly with the realtor, can hold a key, and send the donation receipt so everyone can see where things went.
How long does an estate cleanout typically take?
Most single-family homes clear in one to two working days, depending on how full the house is. You'll get a firm timeline with your quote after the walkthrough.
Construction Debris Removal
Do you take asbestos, lead, or hazardous building materials?
No. Those need a specialty abatement contractor. For everything else (drywall, lumber, tile, demo waste, cabinets, flooring), call us.
Can you bill my contractor or my LLC?
Yes. We can invoice on net-15 terms for active contractor accounts. Just let us know who's responsible for billing.
Carpet Removal
How much does carpet removal cost?
It depends on how many rooms, whether there are stairs, and how much carpet and pad is coming out. Text us the room sizes or a few photos and we'll send you a price, then confirm it in writing on-site before we pull anything up. Every job has our $125 trip minimum. If we're already there hauling other junk, adding the carpet usually costs less than a separate trip.
Do you pull up the tack strip and staples too?
Yes. We pull the tack strip around the edges of each room and the staples that held the pad.
Do I need to move the furniture first?
It goes fastest when the rooms are empty. If you're keeping the furniture, move it out first or tell us when you book and we'll work out a plan. If the furniture is going too, we haul it in the same trip.
Will you take up the floor under the carpet?
No. Under the carpet we take out the pad and tack strip only. Laminate, floor tile and hardwood (in homes built 1978 or later) are separate services we also do, so tell us if the floor underneath is coming out too. We don't pull up vinyl. If we find old vinyl, linoleum or sheet flooring under the carpet, we leave it alone. Older flooring like that, and the glue under it, can contain asbestos and should be tested before anyone disturbs it.
Will you take off my baseboards?
No. We work around baseboards and trim and leave them on the wall. In homes built before 1978 the paint on trim can contain lead, so we don't pry it off or cut into it.
Can you take out wet or water-damaged carpet?
Yes. Basement floods and leaks are one of the most common reasons people need carpet out fast. We pull the wet carpet and pad and haul it away the same visit. If there's mold on the walls or framing, that part is a job for a mold remediation company.
Do you remove carpet in offices or apartment buildings?
We do carpet removal in homes: houses, townhomes, and duplexes and other buildings with up to four units. Offices, stores and bigger apartment buildings usually need an asbestos inspection before any flooring comes up, so we don't take those tear-outs right now. If someone else pulls the carpet, we can still haul it away.
Can you just haul carpet I already pulled up?
Yes. If you or your installer already tore it out, we just haul it, priced by the truck space it fills like any other junk.
Laminate Floor Removal
How much does laminate floor removal cost?
It depends on how many rooms and how much floor is coming out. Text us the room sizes or a few photos and we'll send you a price, then confirm it in writing on-site before we lift a plank. Every job has our $125 trip minimum. If we're already there for carpet or other junk, adding the laminate usually costs less than a separate trip.
What kind of laminate do you remove?
Floating laminate: the click-together planks that sit on a foam pad and aren't glued or nailed to the floor. That's most laminate in KC homes. We don't remove glued-down floors or vinyl plank. Floor tile and hardwood (in homes built 1978 or later) are separate services we also do.
Do you take out the foam underlayment too?
Yes. The foam or padding under the laminate comes out with it.
Will you take off my baseboards or quarter round?
Baseboards stay on the wall. In homes built in 1978 or later we can pull the quarter round or shoe molding if the floor needs it. In older homes we leave painted trim in place, because the paint can contain lead. If a floor can't come out without moving painted trim, we'll tell you before the job.
What if there is old vinyl under the laminate?
We lift the laminate and the foam and leave the old vinyl, linoleum or tile underneath alone. Flooring like that from before the 1980s, and the glue under it, can contain asbestos and should be tested before anyone disturbs it.
Do you remove laminate on stairs?
Usually not. Laminate on stairs is glued and nailed down rather than floating, so it's outside what we remove. Laminate on the floors around the stairs is no problem.
Can you remove swollen or water-damaged laminate?
Yes. Laminate that swelled or buckled after a leak or a flood is a common reason people call. We take it up with the wet underlayment and haul it away the same visit. If there's mold on the walls or framing, that part is a job for a mold remediation company.
Do you remove laminate in offices or apartment buildings?
We do laminate removal in homes: houses, townhomes, and duplexes and other buildings with up to four units. Offices, stores and bigger apartment buildings usually need an asbestos inspection before any flooring comes up, so we don't take those right now. If someone else pulls the floor, we can still haul it away.
Cabinet Removal
How much does cabinet removal cost?
It depends on how many cabinets are coming out, what the countertops are made of, and how easy it is to get them out of the house. Text us a few photos and we'll send you a price, then confirm it in writing on-site before we start. Every job has our $125 trip minimum.
Why only homes built in 1978 or later?
Homes built before 1978 can have lead paint, and taking out cabinets disturbs painted surfaces. That work needs EPA lead-safe certification, which we don't hold. If you're not sure when your home was built, your county's property records or Zillow will show it. If an older home has been tested and found lead-free in writing, send us the report.
Do you disconnect the sink, dishwasher or stove?
No. A licensed plumber or electrician needs to cap the water, gas and electrical lines before we arrive. Once everything is disconnected, we take out the sink, the cabinets and any appliances you're getting rid of, and haul them away.
Do you take the countertops too?
Yes. Laminate, butcher block, granite and quartz countertops come out with the cabinets. Stone tops are heavy, so show them in your photos and we price them into the quote.
Will you damage my walls?
We take the cabinets off the walls and leave the walls in place. You'll see screw holes and a line where the cabinets sat, which your contractor patches during the remodel. We don't remove tile backsplashes. If the drywall behind the cabinets is coming out too, that's our drywall removal, a separate job.
Can you take out bathroom vanities and other built-ins?
Yes. Bathroom vanities, laundry room cabinets, garage cabinets and screwed-in shelving all come out the same way, as long as the home was built in 1978 or later and any plumbing is capped first.
Do you remove cabinets in offices or apartment buildings?
We do cabinet removal in homes: houses, townhomes, and duplexes and other buildings with up to four units. Offices, stores and bigger apartment buildings usually need an asbestos inspection before demolition work, so we don't take those right now. If someone else pulls the cabinets, we can still haul them away.
Can you just haul cabinets that are already out?
Yes, in any home. If you or your contractor already pulled them, we just haul them, priced by the truck space they fill like any other junk.
Tile Removal
How much does tile removal cost?
It depends on the size of the room, what the tile is set on, and how much comes up. Tile is heavy and disposal is charged by weight, so we price it from the room size and photos rather than by truck space. Text us both and we'll send you a price, then confirm it in writing on-site before we start. Every job has our $125 trip minimum.
What kind of tile do you remove?
Ceramic and porcelain floor tile set in thinset or mortar, along with the backer board underneath. We don't remove wall tile or shower surrounds, because the drywall behind them usually comes off too, and we don't remove vinyl tile of any kind.
What if there's black glue or old vinyl under the tile?
We stop and leave it. Old black adhesive (often called mastic) and old vinyl flooring can contain asbestos, and they should be tested before anyone breaks them up. If a test comes back clean in writing, send it over and we can finish the job.
Will you damage my baseboards or cabinets?
Baseboards stay on the wall. In homes built before 1978 we leave all painted trim alone, because the paint can contain lead. We work up to the cabinets and leave them in place, unless you've also booked cabinet removal.
Is tile removal messy?
Yes. Breaking up tile is loud and dusty. Keep kids and pets out of the room and close nearby doors.
Can you take up tile on a concrete slab?
Yes. Tile on a concrete slab comes up the same way. A thin layer of mortar can stay stuck to the concrete, and your installer may grind it smooth before the new floor goes down.
Do you remove tile in offices or apartment buildings?
We do tile removal in homes: houses, townhomes, and duplexes and other buildings with up to four units. Offices, stores and bigger apartment buildings usually need an asbestos inspection before any flooring comes up, so we don't take those right now. If someone else pulls the tile, we can still haul it away.
Can you just haul tile I already pulled up?
Yes, in any home. Bagged or bucketed tile and backer board are priced by weight and the space they take, like any heavy debris.
Hardwood Floor Removal
How much does hardwood floor removal cost?
It depends on how many rooms, how the floor is fastened down, and how much is coming out. Text us the room sizes and a few photos and we'll send you a price, then confirm it in writing on-site before we start. Every job has our $125 trip minimum. If we're already there for carpet or other junk, adding the hardwood usually costs less than a separate trip.
Why only homes built in 1978 or later?
The finish on hardwood floors in homes built before 1978 can contain lead, and pulling the boards up disturbs it. That work needs EPA lead-safe certification, which we don't hold. If you're not sure when your home was built, your county's property records or Zillow will show it. If an older floor has been tested and found lead-free in writing, send us the report.
What kind of wood floors do you remove?
Solid hardwood and engineered wood that's nailed or stapled down. We don't remove glued-down wood floors, stair treads, or the subfloor underneath. For floating click-together floors, see our laminate floor removal.
Do you pull the nails and staples?
Yes. We pull the nails and staples left in the subfloor as we go.
What if there is old vinyl under the hardwood?
We lift the hardwood and leave the old vinyl, linoleum or tile underneath alone. Flooring like that from before the 1980s, and the glue under it, can contain asbestos and should be tested before anyone disturbs it.
Will you take off my baseboards?
Baseboards stay on the wall. We can pull the quarter round or shoe molding if the floor needs it to come out, and the subfloor stays in place.
Do you remove hardwood in offices or apartment buildings?
We do hardwood removal in homes: houses, townhomes, and duplexes and other buildings with up to four units. Offices, stores and bigger apartment buildings usually need an asbestos inspection before any flooring comes up, so we don't take those right now. If someone else pulls the floor, we can still haul it away.
Can you just haul hardwood I already pulled up?
Yes, in any home. If you or your installer already pulled it, we just haul it, priced by the truck space it fills like any other junk.
Drywall Removal
How much does drywall removal cost?
It depends on how many walls and ceilings are coming out, how big the rooms are, and what's in the walls. Text us a few photos and we'll send you a price, then confirm it in writing on-site before we start. Every job has our $125 trip minimum.
Why only homes built in 1978 or later?
Drywall is painted, and in homes built before 1978 that paint can contain lead. Tearing out drywall disturbs it, and that work needs EPA lead-safe certification, which we don't hold. If you're not sure when your home was built, your county's property records or Zillow will show it. If an older home has been tested and found lead-free in writing, send us the report.
Do you disconnect outlets, lights or plumbing?
No. A licensed electrician or plumber needs to disconnect the outlets, switches, light fixtures, wiring or pipes in those walls before we arrive. We never disconnect anything ourselves.
Do you take out the studs or the wall itself?
No. We take off the drywall only. The studs, framing, insulation and anything inside the walls stay where they are. We don't remove walls or studs, and we don't touch anything load-bearing.
Is there drywall you won't remove?
Yes. We don't take down textured or popcorn ceilings, which can contain asbestos and need testing first. We don't remove plaster and lath, wall tile, shower surrounds or backsplashes. We also don't take down fire-rated walls, like the wall between a garage and the house or between two units, or any wall within 5 feet of the property line. Those walls are part of the home's fire protection, and some need a city permit.
Can you take out wet or water-damaged drywall?
Yes. Leaks and basement floods are a common reason drywall has to come out. We take off the wet drywall and haul it away. If there's mold, testing and treating it is a job for a mold remediation company. We remove drywall, but we're not a mold company.
What about the baseboards and trim?
Tell us what you want to keep when you send photos, and we'll quote the job that way.
Do you remove drywall in offices or apartment buildings?
We do drywall removal in homes: houses, townhomes, and duplexes and other buildings with up to four units. Offices, stores and bigger apartment buildings usually need an asbestos inspection before demolition work, so we don't take those right now. If someone else tears out the drywall, we can still haul it away.
Can you just haul drywall that's already torn out?
Yes, in any home. If you or your contractor already tore it out, we just haul it, priced by the truck space it fills like any other junk.
Above-Ground Pool Removal
How much does above-ground pool removal cost?
It depends on the size of the pool, what's around it, and whether the sand base comes out too. Text us a few photos and the pool's size and we'll send you a price, then confirm it in writing on-site before we start. Every job has our $125 trip minimum.
Do you drain the pool?
Yes. Stop adding chlorine about a week before we come. We test the water first, and it only goes onto the lawn, or into a sewer cleanout where the city allows it, once the chlorine is gone. Chlorinated water and filter backwash never go into the street or a storm drain. Some cities, like Lenexa, don't allow pool water in the storm drain at all, so there it goes onto the lawn.
Can you take out the sand base too?
Yes. Pulling up the sand base or the pads under the posts counts as digging, so we call in a free utility locate first, which takes at least two working days. If you're putting in a new pool, we can leave the base where it is.
What about the pump, filter and heater?
We haul them once they're disconnected. If they plug into an outlet, we unplug them. If they're hardwired or run on gas, an electrician or plumber has to disconnect them first. We don't do electrical or gas work.
Will you take down the fence around the pool too?
We can, but the pool comes out first or on the same visit. Most cities require a barrier around a pool for as long as the pool is there, so we never leave a standing pool without its fence.
Do you remove in-ground pools or pool decks?
No. In-ground pools are a demolition job that needs permits, and decks around a pool are a separate job. We take down above-ground pools with their ladders, steps and equipment.
Do you remove pools at apartment buildings or businesses?
We do pool removal at homes: houses, townhomes, and duplexes and other buildings with up to four units. Commercial and apartment pools have their own rules, so we don't take those right now.
Can you just haul a pool I already took down?
Yes, at any home. If the pool is already apart, we just haul it, priced by the truck space it fills like any other junk.
Same-Day Hauling
How do I get a same-day junk removal quote?
The easiest way is to text a photo of the items to our number (it's in the header). We reply with a quote and an arrival window within 15 minutes on weekdays, 8 to 5. You can also call or fill out the quote form.
Is there a same-day premium?
No same-day premium for standard residential pickups. Very large same-day jobs (more than one load) may carry a small expedite fee, and we always tell you upfront.
Do you offer emergency junk removal?
Same-day is our version of emergency service. We hold slots open on weekdays from 8am to 5pm, and most urgent requests (a failed inspection, a surprise move-out, storm debris blocking a driveway) are handled within hours. We're not an overnight service, but if you reach us during open hours, we move fast.
Property Cleanouts
What's the difference between a property cleanout and an estate cleanout?
An estate cleanout is usually tied to a death or downsizing and involves sorting keepsakes with extra care. A property cleanout is about emptying a property completely (a rental turnover, foreclosure, pre-sale clear-out, or hoarding situation) so it's ready for the next tenant, buyer, or listing. We do both, and we set the pace and the sorting to fit the situation.
How much does a property cleanout cost in Kansas City?
It depends on volume. A studio turnover and a four-bedroom hoarding cleanout are not the same job. We price by how much of our 26-foot box truck the contents fill, not by the room or the hour, and a whole house starts at $1,300. Text photos or walk us through it and you'll get a firm written number before anything moves. Our pricing page lists the truck-space rates those quotes are built from.
How fast can you turn a rental around?
Most single-property cleanouts are a one-day job, and we can usually be out within a few days of your call, or the same day when a slot is open. If you're working against a turnover clock or a listing date, tell us the deadline when you call and we'll tell you straight whether we can hit it instead of finding out on the day.
Do you clean the property, or just haul everything out?
We haul. We don't clean. Everything comes out, so the property is empty and ready for your cleaner, painter, or carpet crew. If you need scrubbing, carpet shampooing, or paint, you'll want a turnover cleaning service after us.
Can you handle a foreclosure or eviction cleanout?
Yes, we handle both. The one thing we need from you is written authorization to dispose of the contents, because Missouri and Kansas both have rules about tenant property after an eviction. If the set-out has already happened or the redemption period has run, bring the paperwork and we'll clear it. Section 7 of our terms covers this, and it protects you as much as it protects us.
Do you work with property managers running multiple properties?
Yes, that's the work we're set up for. For multiple units we'll put a certificate of insurance and a W-9 on file, keep one point of contact, and invoice instead of taking a card at the door. Send the address and access details and we handle the rest. Repeat property work can run without anyone from the management office on site.
Can you handle a property cleanout if I'm out of state?
Yes. We set property cleanouts up to run without you there. We can use a lockbox or hold a key, text photos before and after, provide a donation log, and bill you remotely. You never have to be on-site.
Yard Waste Removal
Do you remove storm debris and fallen branches?
Yes. Fallen limbs, downed branches, brush, and storm debris are exactly what this service is for, and KC-metro yards need it most after spring and summer storms. Text us a photo of the pile and we'll quote it in about 15 minutes on weekdays, 8 to 5.
How much does yard waste removal cost in Kansas City?
Yard waste is priced by volume, like everything we haul. Most loads start around $125 and go up with how much truck space the debris fills. A few bags of leaves come in near the trip minimum; a full storm cleanup or a torn-out deck runs higher. We quote a firm number on-site before we load.
Didn't find your answer?
Call us at (816) 406-3857. We answer between lifts.