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Junk Removal in Portland, OR

Compare 5 local junk removal pros. Typical service: $172–$401.

Top Junk Removal Companies in Portland

  1. 1.Junk King Portland

    4.9★ (4,084 reviews)

    4.9★ from 4084 reviews

    +15035499022Website

  2. 2.Affordable Junk Removal

    4.9★ (789 reviews)

    4.9★ from 789 reviews

    +15033547887Website

  3. 3.WeDo Junk Removal

    5.0★ (225 reviews)

    5.0★ from 225 reviews

    +15034686680Website

  4. 4.Oregon Recycling LLC

    5.0★ (60 reviews)

    5.0★ from 60 reviews

    +15037202281Website

  5. 5.GT buys Cars - Cash for Junk PDX

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +15034829052

Junk Removal Cost in Portland

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Portland
Typical pickup$172–$401/load
Single item$86–$172/item
Half truckload$287–$516/load
Full truckload$630–$1,031/load

Junk Removal prices in Portland run about 15% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 5 companies serving Portland, rated 5.0★ on average across 5,160 customer reviews.

Portland Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Portland's weather means for scheduling junk removal.

Last spring frost
February 26
First fall frost
November 30
Annual precipitation
42.85"
Heating degree days
4,235
Cooling degree days
413
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan37.5°46.9°6.14"
Feb38.4°50.8°4.63"
Mar41°56°4.5"
Apr44°60.8°3.4"
May48.9°67.4°2.55"
Jun53.3°72.9°1.69"
Jul57.4°79.6°0.59"
Aug58°80.1°0.71"
Sep54.2°74.6°1.54"
Oct47.6°62.9°3.42"
Nov41.4°52°6.74"
Dec36.5°45.1°6.94"

NOAA station data 2.31 miles from Portland.

Permits & Regulations in OR

  • Oregon does not require a state license for junk removal; haulers need a local business license, and some cities require a hauler permit
  • Oregon bans computers, monitors and TVs from landfills, so haulers must take them to an e-waste recycler
  • Refrigerators, freezers and window air conditioners must have their refrigerant recovered before scrapping under EPA Section 608 safe-disposal rules

License required: No state junk removal license; local business license and hauler permits

Sources: www.epa.gov

Junk Removal FAQs for Portland

How much does junk removal cost in Portland?

A typical junk removal pickup in Portland runs $172-$401, priced mainly by how much of the truck the load fills.

How many junk removal companies serve Portland?

We track 5 junk removal companies serving Portland.

Is junk removal in Portland more expensive than average?

Junk removal in Portland runs about +14.6% versus the national average; local landfill tipping fees also move the price.

Do junk haulers need a license in OR?

In OR, Oregon does not require a state license for junk removal; haulers need a local business license, and some cities require a hauler permit. Ask a Portland hauler where items go and whether they donate or recycle what they can.

How is junk removal priced in Portland?

Most Portland companies price by volume: a single item costs less than a typical pickup of $172-$401, and a full truckload costs several times more.

When should I schedule a garage cleanout in Portland?

Summer highs near 80F in Portland make garage and attic cleanouts hard work; spring and fall are the easiest seasons to book.

Can junk removal crews take yard waste in Portland?

Most can. Portland yard waste peaks after storms and in fall; it gets about 42.85 inches of precipitation a year, and storm debris is a common call.

Is winter a good time for junk removal in Portland?

Demand drops in winter, so booking is easier, though Portland lows near 37F can make outdoor pickups slower.