One of the most common questions we get from homeowners and businesses in Dracut, Lowell, and throughout Middlesex County is: how much does junk removal cost? The honest answer is that it depends — but in this guide, we're going to break down exactly how our pricing works so there are no surprises when you call.
How Junk Removal is Priced
At Cody's Complete Junk Removal, we use a simple load-based pricing model. Rather than charging by the item or by the hour — which can lead to unpredictable bills — we charge based on how much space your junk takes up in our truck or trailer. This approach is transparent, easy to understand, and fair for both small and large jobs.
Before we begin any work, we walk through your items, assess the load size, and give you a firm, upfront price. That price doesn't change unless you add more items after we've started. No fuel surcharges, no labor fees, no mystery charges at the end.
2026 Junk Removal Pricing in Dracut, MA
Here's a breakdown of our current load-based pricing:
- Full Truck Bed: $250 — Great for a few large items or a small accumulation of lighter debris.
- ¼ Trailer: $275 — Perfect for a garage corner, small basement section, or several furniture pieces.
- ½ Trailer: $500 — Ideal for a full room clear-out, large appliance loads, or moderate yard debris.
- ¾ Trailer: $725 — Works well for multi-room cleanouts or full garage clear-outs.
- Full Trailer: $900 — Our most popular size for full-house cleanouts, estate sales, and large commercial jobs.
- Full Trailer + Full Truck Bed: $1,100 — For the largest jobs where every last bit needs to go.
Special Item Fees
Some items require special handling or disposal due to environmental regulations or recycling requirements. Here are the additional fees for these items:
- Chemicals (per gallon): $5 for 1-gallon containers, $12 for 5-gallon containers
- Tires: $15–$50 depending on size
- Spring mattresses: $50 (due to recycling processing costs)
- Foam/memory foam mattresses: $125 (due to special handling requirements)
- Printer cartridges: $3.50 per cartridge
- TVs and monitors: $50 per unit (certified e-waste disposal)
What's Included in Every Job
Our quoted price always includes labor, loading, hauling, and responsible disposal. We handle all the heavy lifting — you don't need to move anything to the curb or carry anything to our truck. We go right to the source, whether that's a third-floor bedroom, a basement, or the far corner of your garage.
We also do a quick cleanup of the area after removing your items, sweeping up any dust or debris that results from the removal. You won't be left with a mess once we leave.
How to Get the Best Value
The best way to ensure you're getting a fair price is to be upfront about everything you want removed. We provide firm quotes based on what we see, so give us the full picture when you call or fill out the quote form. If you have borderline items — things you're not sure you want to get rid of — mention them during the quote process so we can factor them in without adding surprise costs later.
We also recommend bundling items when possible. If you have furniture in two different rooms, getting them all removed in a single trip is more cost-effective than scheduling two visits.
How We Compare to the Competition
Large national junk removal franchises typically charge 20–40% more than we do for the same load, and they often add fuel surcharges, environmental fees, and other line items that inflate the final bill. As a local, owner-operated business, Cody's Complete Junk Removal keeps overhead low and passes those savings on to our customers.
Compared to renting a dumpster — which typically costs $300–$500 for a week plus disposal fees — our full-service junk removal includes labor and is often the same price or less when you factor in the time and physical work involved in filling a dumpster yourself.
Get a Free Quote Today
Ready to find out exactly what your junk removal will cost? Call us at (978) 935-6354 or fill out our online quote form for a fast, no-obligation estimate. We serve Dracut, Lowell, Chelmsford, Tewksbury, and throughout Greater Lowell — usually with same-day or next-day availability.