One of the first questions Savannah homeowners ask when they call about junk removal is “How much does it cost?” It is a fair question, and one that too many companies in our industry dodge with vague answers like “It depends” or “We need to come take a look.” We see this frustration every day—folks just want a straight answer so they can plan their budget and get their space back. At Coastal Junk Pros, we believe in straightforward, transparent pricing that you can understand before we ever show up at your door. Here is a complete breakdown of how junk removal pricing works in Savannah and what you can expect to pay for different types of projects.
Our Truck-Space Pricing Model
We price every job based on one simple factor: how much space your items take up in our truck. This volume-based approach is the fairest way to charge because it directly reflects the resources required to haul your items away. You are not paying by the hour, by the number of items, or by weight. You are paying for the truck space your junk occupies.
Most DIY options in Chatham County, like hauling to the Dean Forest Road Landfill yourself, require a residential subscriber decal or a hefty per-ton commercial fee. Our service eliminates that paperwork and hassle completely. The price we quote covers labor, transportation, and all disposal fees, so you never have to worry about weighing your load or buying a county decal.
Here are our four standard pricing tiers:
- Minimum Load — $99: A few small items like a couple of bags, a chair, or a small appliance. This covers the basics when you just need a handful of items removed.
- Quarter Truck — $175: Items that fill roughly one-quarter of the truck bed. Think a small room’s worth of items: a couch, a few boxes, and some miscellaneous clutter.
- Half Truck — $299: Half the truck bed filled. This is our most common tier and covers projects like a garage cleanout, a bedroom set, or a mix of furniture and household items.
- Full Truck — $499: The entire truck bed loaded. This handles major cleanouts: full apartment contents, large estate cleanouts, or accumulated items from multiple rooms.
These prices include everything. Labor, loading, hauling, and responsible disposal are all covered. There are no hidden fees for the number of crew members, the time it takes to load, or the weight of the items. The price you are quoted is the price you pay.
Comparing Junk Removal to Dumpster Rentals
Many Savannah residents consider renting a dumpster as an alternative. While a dumpster can be useful for long-term renovation projects, full-service junk removal is often more cost-effective for general cleanouts when you factor in the labor and permits required for a bin.
| Feature | Coastal Junk Pros (Full Truck) | 20-Yard Dumpster Rental | DIY (Truck Rental) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Est. Cost | $499 | $420 - $525+ | $150 - $200+ |
| Labor Included? | Yes (We do the lifting) | No (You load it) | No (You load & drive) |
| Time Limit | Done in 1-2 hours | 7-14 days | 24 hours typical |
| Permits/Fees | None | Street permit often required | Landfill/Gas/Mileage |
| Heavy Lifting | We handle everything | You do the work | You do the work |
What Each Pricing Tier Covers
Understanding what fits in each tier helps you estimate your cost before calling. Here are real-world examples from jobs we handle regularly across Savannah.
Minimum load ($99) examples: A single mattress and box spring. An old office desk and chair. Three to four bags of clothing or household items. A small appliance like a microwave, window AC unit, or dehumidifier. This tier works for quick, targeted removals where you have just a few specific items to get rid of.
Quarter truck ($175) examples: A living room set consisting of a couch and end table. A dining table with four chairs. The contents of a single closet cleanout. A small shed’s worth of garden tools, pots, and yard equipment. About eight to ten standard moving boxes of miscellaneous items.
Half truck ($299) examples: A full bedroom set including mattress, dresser, nightstands, and bed frame. A garage cleanout with mixed items including shelving, sports equipment, and boxes. A small kitchen renovation’s worth of old cabinets and countertops. An apartment cleanout after a tenant moves out with moderate items left behind.
Full Truck ($499) examples: A full estate cleanout with multiple rooms of furniture and household items. A complete apartment or condo cleanout. A large garage or storage unit packed to capacity. Major renovation debris from a multi-room remodel.
We also work hard to keep items out of the landfill whenever possible. Usable furniture often goes to local partners like the Habitat for Humanity ReStore on Victory Drive, extending the life of your items and helping the community.
How We Determine Your Price
The quoting process is designed to be fast and transparent. When you call us at (912) 555-0247 or schedule online, you can describe your items over the phone and our team will give you an estimated price range. For most jobs, we can narrow it down to one or two pricing tiers based on your description.
When our crew arrives at your Savannah home, they walk through the items with you and confirm the price before any loading begins. If the actual volume is different from what was described over the phone, the on-site quote adjusts accordingly. You always know the final price before we start, and you always have the option to say no without any charge.
This on-site confirmation protects both you and us. It ensures you are not overcharged based on a phone description that made the job sound bigger than it is, and it ensures we are not undercharging for a job that turns out to be more substantial than expected. Either way, the price is locked in before the first item hits the truck.
Factors That Can Affect Your Cost
While our pricing is primarily volume-based, a few factors can influence where your job falls within or between our standard tiers.
Heavy Material Surcharges
Volume isn’t the only metric when dealing with dense materials like concrete, dirt, or roofing shingles. Our trucks have weight limits for safety and legal compliance. A load consisting entirely of heavy construction debris may incur a surcharge because it costs us significantly more to dispose of at the landfill by the ton. We will always identify this during the initial walkthrough.
Hazardous Materials and Paint
We cannot haul hazardous waste like asbestos, chemicals, or liquid paint due to state disposal regulations. Chatham County Drop-Off Centers are strictly prohibited from accepting liquid paint, but there is a simple workaround for latex paint. You can dry it out by mixing it with kitty litter or sawdust until it’s solid; once hardened, we can take it as regular trash. For oil-based paints, we recommend contacting the Chatham Paint Center on Hodgson Memorial Drive, which may accept them for a small fee.
Special Disposal Items
Certain items carry specific surcharge fees from the disposal facilities. Mattresses, tires, and appliances with Freon (like refrigerators) often require separate processing. We include these costs in your upfront quote so you aren’t hit with a surprise bill later.
Location within the property is included in our standard pricing. Whether your items are on the curb, in the garage, in a second-floor bedroom, or in a backyard shed, our crew handles the carrying, maneuvering, and loading. We do not charge extra for stairs, long carry distances, or items that need to be disassembled to fit through doorways.
How Savannah Compares to Other Markets
Junk removal pricing in Savannah is generally lower than in larger metro areas like Atlanta, Charlotte, or Jacksonville. The lower cost of living and operating expenses in our area allow us to keep prices competitive while still providing full-service removal with a crew, responsible disposal, and donation of usable items.
Nationally, a half truck of junk removal averages $300 to $400. Our half-truck pricing at $299 falls at the competitive end of that range, and it includes labor, loading, and our 60 percent landfill diversion commitment at no additional charge. In larger cities like Atlanta, the same volume often costs upwards of $380 to $500.
Many national franchise competitors operating in Savannah have higher overhead costs, leading to minimum charges that start around $125 or more. We keep our minimum at $99 to ensure that even small jobs are affordable for our local neighbors.
Getting the Best Value From Your Junk Removal
A few practical tips help Savannah homeowners maximize the value of their junk removal investment.
Consolidate items before the appointment. Gathering everything you want removed into one area, like the garage or driveway, makes the loading process faster. While this does not change the price, it streamlines the appointment and gets our crew in and out of your space more quickly.
Combine projects when possible. If you have been thinking about cleaning out both the garage and the spare bedroom, doing it in a single appointment is more cost-effective than scheduling two separate visits. A combined cleanout might push you from a quarter truck to a half truck, but the single half-truck price of $299 is less than two separate quarter-truck visits at $175 each.
Know what you want removed. Walking through the items with our crew goes smoothly when you have already decided what stays and what goes. Indecision during the walkthrough can extend the appointment and sometimes leads to items being kept that could have been part of a more efficient single load.
Ask about our residential junk removal or commercial cleanout services when scheduling to ensure you are connected with the right crew and truck size for your specific project.
No Surprises, No Hidden Costs
The core of our pricing philosophy is simple: you should know exactly what you are paying before we start, and the price should be fair for the work involved. Veteran-owned and Savannah-based, Coastal Junk Pros was built on the principle that honest, upfront pricing builds long-term trust. Marcus Greene, our founder, spent 10 years in the Marine Corps where integrity was non-negotiable. That same standard applies to every quote, every invoice, and every interaction with our customers.
Ready to find out what your project will cost? Call Coastal Junk Pros at (912) 555-0247 for a free estimate. Describe what you need removed, and we will give you a straightforward price range over the phone. When our crew arrives, you will get a confirmed price before any work begins. No surprises, no pressure, and no hidden fees.
