Does Berkeley pick up bulky items for free?

Owners of 1 to 4 unit buildings get one pickup per calendar year, up to 3 cubic yards (about 20 large bags), collected Wednesdays only from the curb by 7 a.m., with extra volume charged per cubic yard. Renters in larger buildings, bigger loads, and anything that has to come out of the house are where we come in.

Is it cheaper to haul junk to the Berkeley Transfer Station myself?

The City of Berkeley Transfer Station at 1201 Second Street charges by weight, takes vehicle drop-offs only, and has posted construction delays from October through December 2026. Once you count a truck, the loading, and the wait, hiring us usually comes out close, and our price includes the dump fees.

Does Berkeley pick up mattresses?

Properties with 1 to 9 units can book a curbside mattress pickup twice a year, collected on Thursdays. If the mattress is still upstairs or it's part of a bigger cleanout, we carry it out and send it to a Bye Bye Mattress recycler the same day.

Do you offer same-day junk removal in Berkeley?

Yes, Berkeley is a short drive from our Oakland base, so same-day or next-day pickup is usually available when you call before noon at (510) 616-3261. We operate 7 days a week, 7 AM to 7 PM.

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Need junk gone in Berkeley? We're just up the road from our Oakland base, so same-day pickup is usually possible, from a single futon near campus to a full house in the Berkeley Hills, with single items from $150.

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Local Junk Removal You Can Count On in Berkeley

Berkeley homeowners, renters, and businesses count on us for fast, friendly junk removal across the city. Just minutes from our Oakland home base, we can usually be in Berkeley the same day you call, whether you're clearing out a North Berkeley garage, a student apartment near campus, or a hillside property in the Berkeley Hills. From single-item furniture pickups to full-house cleanouts, we handle the lifting, loading, and disposal so you don't have to. Berkeley's mix of historic homes, narrow streets, and tight driveways means experience matters, and our crews know exactly how to navigate the neighborhoods. We sort items for donation and recycling whenever possible, keeping reusable goods out of the landfill and supporting local Berkeley reuse organizations. You'll get an upfront price before we start, no hidden fees, and a team that shows up on time and treats your property with respect. If you live or work in Berkeley and you've got junk to get rid of, we'll make it easy.

Areas We Serve in Berkeley

North Berkeley
South Berkeley
West Berkeley
Berkeley Hills
Elmwood

What We Haul in Berkeley

Furniture
Mattresses
Appliances & refrigerators
Electronics & e-waste
Yard & construction debris
Garage, estate & eviction cleanouts

Pricing is volume-based: single items start at $150, a partial load runs about $250, and a full truckload is $500 or more. See our full junk removal pricing.

Not sure about something? Check our list of what we take, and what we can't.

What Berkeley's City Pickup Covers, and What It Doesn't

Berkeley runs its own trash service, and owners of 1 to 4 unit buildings get one bulky pickup a year: up to 3 cubic yards, Wednesdays only, at the curb by 7 a.m., with extra volume charged per cubic yard. It won't carry anything down stairs, it won't take a houseful, and it won't come before Wednesday. We will. Our crew carries everything out from wherever it is, sends reusable building materials and furniture to places like Urban Ore, and quotes the price before we start.

Build Your Load and See Your Price

Tap what you need gone. We price by how much truck space it takes, so you can see your price range before you call.

Furniture

Couch or sofa
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Sectional
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Loveseat or recliner
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Mattress or box spring
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Bed frame
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Dresser or chest
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Table
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Chair
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Desk
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Appliances & electronics

Refrigerator or freezer
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Washer or dryer
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Stove, dishwasher, or microwave
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TV or monitor
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Bulky & misc.

Treadmill or home gym
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Boxes or bags of junk
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Bags of yard waste
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Add a few items to see your estimate.

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This is an estimate based on truck space. Your exact, all-inclusive price (labor, hauling, and dump fees) is confirmed before any work starts. Hot tubs, pianos, sheds, and heavy material like concrete or dirt are quoted after we see them.

Berkeley Junk Removal FAQs

Ask us: (510) 616-3261

Our Oakland-based crew serves Berkeley with same-day pickup, upfront volume-based pricing, and licensed, insured service, and we treat your home like our own.

Ready to Clear It Out in Berkeley?

Call us directly or fill out our quick quote form. We'll get back to you fast with an upfront price and a same-day or next-day pickup window.