DIY Junk Removal vs Hiring a Pro: Costs for 5 Real-World Jobs Around Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Surrounding Cities
- junkpullersaz
- 3 days ago
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Thinking of tackling junk removal on your own? Before you rent a trailer or call in favors from friends with trucks, take a look at five common jobs we handle every week in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Tempe, and the surrounding Phoenix area.
We’re breaking it down in plain language—no calculators needed. Just real examples of what it looks like to do it yourself vs. calling our crew.
1. Half-Filled Two-Car Garage in Scottsdale
What it looks like: About half of your garage is filled with old furniture, boxes, a broken fridge, yard tools, and some bulky trash. The pile is about shoulder-high across one side.
DIY Estimate:
Truck rental: $100–$150/day
Gas & mileage: $25–$35
Landfill fees: $50–$80
Time: 6–8 hours including dump run
Estimated DIY Cost: $175–$265 Time Required: 1 full day
Our Price: $185–$350 Includes hauling, disposal, and a full sweep-up
2. Full 10x10 Storage Unit in Paradise Valley
What it looks like: A 10x10 storage unit packed to the ceiling with boxes, small furniture, bags of clothes, old electronics, and miscellaneous household items.
DIY Estimate:
Trailer or truck rental (larger size): $120–$180
Gas/mileage: $30–$40
Dump fees (multiple items, possibly 2 trips): $80–$120
Time: 6–10 hours including sorting and dump trips
Estimated DIY Cost: $230–$340 Time Required: A full day or weekend
Our Price: $250–$400 We empty the unit, sort, haul, and donate what’s usable
3. Post-Kitchen Remodel Debris in Phoenix
What it looks like: Leftover debris from a standard kitchen demo: cabinets, tile, broken drywall, old countertops, and some wood scraps — stacked in a driveway or side yard.
DIY Estimate:
Dumpster rental: $350–$450
Safety gear & cleanup tools: $30–$50
Time: 3–5 hours to load & sweep
OR
Uhaul rental: $150
Safety gear & cleanup tools: $30–$50
Dumping Fees: $60
Gas: $20
Estimated DIY Cost: $360–$500 Time Required: Half a day, full day
Our Price: $350–$600 Fast loading, disposal, and job-site sweep
4. Furniture & Appliance Pickup in Tempe
What it looks like: A few bulk items: a sectional couch, recliner, old refrigerator, and a dresser. All in good-to-poor condition, ready for pickup from curb or garage.
DIY Estimate:
Truck or trailer rental: $100–$140
Landfill/appliance fees: $40–$75
Gas: $20–$30
Time: 3–5 hours including lifting and drop-off
Estimated DIY Cost: $160–$245 Time Required: Half a day
Our Price: $155–$285 Includes appliance handling and donation if applicable
5. Hoarder Cleanout in Mesa
What it looks like: A small home packed wall-to-wall with trash bags, furniture, clothing, and household items. Narrow walkways, years of accumulation.
DIY Estimate:
Dumpster rental (5–7 days): $400–$600
Safety gear, gloves, cleaning supplies: $50–$75
Dump fees (multiple loads): $150–$200
Special disposal of items that cant go in dumpster (liquids, paint, batteries, etc.: $100
Time: 20–40 hours depending on help
Estimated DIY Cost: $700–$975 without paying any labor to friends or family. Time Required: Several days or a full weekend team effort
Our Price: $1,000–$1,300 Our team handles sorting, bagging, lifting, and full disposal. Price varies by size.
Final Thoughts: Is DIY Right for You?
If you’ve got the time, a vehicle, and don’t mind a bit of heavy lifting, DIY can absolutely work for some jobs. Before you start on your own DIY Junk Removal Project, make sure you're taking everything listed into account: equipment, fees, fuel, and your time, and the logistics of actually moving what you need hauled away. Put that against a quote for hiring a professional junk removal team like ourselves, and make the best decision for you.
We handle the heavy lifting, dump runs, and clean-up — all in one trip.
Need a quote? We’ll give you a clear price — no pressure, no surprises.480-721-9300
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