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Avatar for Scrap's Junk Removal
Scrap's Junk Removal
5.00(
15
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Approved Pro
Scrap's Junk Removal
5.00(
15
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
31 local quotes requested

Currently servicing over 30 buildings for 18+ property management companies across Washington, D.C. and Maryland — and we proudly serve homeowners too. Whether you’re managing a property or just cleaning out your garage, we’re here to help. Contact us today!

"This is one of the best service and customer service I’ve received in years. Just when you’ve given up on good service, I was reassured that we still have people that are dedicated to the work they do. Let them know that I appreciate their professional service."

Sunday E on July 2025

Currently servicing over 30 buildings for 18+ property management companies across Washington, D.C. and Maryland — and we proudly serve homeowners too. Whether you’re managing a property or just cleaning out your garage, we’re here to help. Contact us today!

"This is one of the best service and customer service I’ve received in years. Just when you’ve given up on good service, I was reassured that we still have people that are dedicated to the work they do. Let them know that I appreciate their professional service."

Sunday E on July 2025


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Nova Junk Removal LLC
6024 Sumner Road
4.96(
153
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Approved Pro
Nova Junk Removal LLC
6024 Sumner Road
4.96(
153
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
75 local quotes requested

Nova Junk is a family-owned business that offers junk removal, cleanout and bulk trash haul-away services in the Washington, D.C area and in other locations throughout Northern Virginia. Our fully trained professionals provide cleanout and trash-removal services for residential and commercial properties, as well as construction and renovation sites. No travel charge or additional fees for after hours service.

"Very responsive, very easy to work with."

Nathan E on March 2025

Nova Junk is a family-owned business that offers junk removal, cleanout and bulk trash haul-away services in the Washington, D.C area and in other locations throughout Northern Virginia. Our fully trained professionals provide cleanout and trash-removal services for residential and commercial properties, as well as construction and renovation sites. No travel charge or additional fees for after hours service.

"Very responsive, very easy to work with."

Nathan E on March 2025


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The Junk Thief
14858 Vailmont Court
5.00(
47
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Approved Pro
The Junk Thief
14858 Vailmont Court
5.00(
47
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
138 local quotes requested

The Junk Thief is a hauling and waste disposal company servicing the entire NOVA area. We offer Recycling, Donations & disposal of unwanted debris.

"I had a small pile of mostly scrap metal (old gutters, a disassembled TV antenna) and some random other junk, including some fluorescent tubes. I got 3 quotes and Nick's was by far the most reasonable. He responded immediately and we easily scheduled the pick up. He is very personable and professional and I highly recommend him. Additionally, I think the fact that Nick's Junk Thief serves the Fairfax/Burke area all the way from Warrenton testifies to his entrepreneurial energy."

Judy U on June 2025

The Junk Thief is a hauling and waste disposal company servicing the entire NOVA area. We offer Recycling, Donations & disposal of unwanted debris.

"I had a small pile of mostly scrap metal (old gutters, a disassembled TV antenna) and some random other junk, including some fluorescent tubes. I got 3 quotes and Nick's was by far the most reasonable. He responded immediately and we easily scheduled the pick up. He is very personable and professional and I highly recommend him. Additionally, I think the fact that Nick's Junk Thief serves the Fairfax/Burke area all the way from Warrenton testifies to his entrepreneurial energy."

Judy U on June 2025


Avatar for Hard Tymes Bulk Trash Removal & Moving Service
Hard Tymes Bulk Trash Removal & Moving Service
3672 22nd St SE
5.00(
26
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Approved Pro
Hard Tymes Bulk Trash Removal & Moving Service
3672 22nd St SE
5.00(
26
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
86 local quotes requested

The Target customers for Hard Tymes Bulk Trash Removal and Moving Services are business, Homeowners, Construction site’s, Apartment complexes, EXT. We specialize in waste removal, junk removal, garbage pick ups, construction waste removal, debre removal, furniture removal and more, electronic disposal, residential and commercial clean outs, appliances removal, yard waste removal, shed removal, metal recycle, scrap metal pickup and evictions. To capitalize on opportunities that are geographically close as we start and grow our business and community services.

"Communication was good, arrived right when they said they would (realized the project was a little more than expected) but still got it done without any issue! WILL BE USING THEM AGAIN :-)"

Amber S on September 2024

The Target customers for Hard Tymes Bulk Trash Removal and Moving Services are business, Homeowners, Construction site’s, Apartment complexes, EXT. We specialize in waste removal, junk removal, garbage pick ups, construction waste removal, debre removal, furniture removal and more, electronic disposal, residential and commercial clean outs, appliances removal, yard waste removal, shed removal, metal recycle, scrap metal pickup and evictions. To capitalize on opportunities that are geographically close as we start and grow our business and community services.

"Communication was good, arrived right when they said they would (realized the project was a little more than expected) but still got it done without any issue! WILL BE USING THEM AGAIN :-)"

Amber S on September 2024


Avatar for JunkGuys Washington, DC
JunkGuys Washington, DC
6813 Walker Mill Rd
5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
JunkGuys Washington, DC
6813 Walker Mill Rd
5.00(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

JunkGuys is your full-service trash and junk removal company. We offer junk removal and trash pickup services for your home or business including offices, retail locations, construction sites, and more. The JunkGuys handle the tough stuff and we ensure that your junk gets recycled, donated, or disposed of responsibly. Book Online with us at www.JunkGuysWashingtonDC.com or call us directly at 202-702-6891

"i have used them twice now, i like them, they do a very good job. i do think prices are alittle high"

Betty G on November 2019

JunkGuys is your full-service trash and junk removal company. We offer junk removal and trash pickup services for your home or business including offices, retail locations, construction sites, and more. The JunkGuys handle the tough stuff and we ensure that your junk gets recycled, donated, or disposed of responsibly. Book Online with us at www.JunkGuysWashingtonDC.com or call us directly at 202-702-6891

"i have used them twice now, i like them, they do a very good job. i do think prices are alittle high"

Betty G on November 2019


Avatar for First League Moving
First League Moving
424 N Armistead St Apt 101
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
First League Moving
424 N Armistead St Apt 101
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to First League Moving! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"First League Moving was Top Tier. They were on time, loaded, transported, and unloaded flawlessly and in a timely manner. "

Ushekia M on April 2025

Welcome to First League Moving! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"First League Moving was Top Tier. They were on time, loaded, transported, and unloaded flawlessly and in a timely manner. "

Ushekia M on April 2025


S&M Field Services
8767 Contee Rd #103
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
S&M Field Services
8767 Contee Rd #103
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Our company invites you to experience prompt service and superior attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients. You can be assured you are in good with our company working on your home improvement project. If you are looking for a contractor that follows business practices such as promptly returning phone calls, arriving on time for appointments and following through on promises then to call our reputable company today. We will be the one and only contractor you will ever need. Call us today you will be pleased you did. Thank you!

Our company invites you to experience prompt service and superior attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients. You can be assured you are in good with our company working on your home improvement project. If you are looking for a contractor that follows business practices such as promptly returning phone calls, arriving on time for appointments and following through on promises then to call our reputable company today. We will be the one and only contractor you will ever need. Call us today you will be pleased you did. Thank you!


Avatar for All In One Box Transportation and Cleaning Services, LLC
All In One Box Transportation and Cleaning Services, LLC
5303 Claridge Court
4.83(
9
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Approved Pro
All In One Box Transportation and Cleaning Services, LLC
5303 Claridge Court
4.83(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
89 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion we work with you until the job is done. We thrive to take care of all of our clients unique needs. We are ethical, honest and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"Came to remove a sectional. Took 15 minutes and he was gone! Will use again. Price was economical !"

Shermeen P on June 2025

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion we work with you until the job is done. We thrive to take care of all of our clients unique needs. We are ethical, honest and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"Came to remove a sectional. Took 15 minutes and he was gone! Will use again. Price was economical !"

Shermeen P on June 2025


Avatar for College Hunks Hauling Junk
College Hunks Hauling Junk
605 Southlawn Ln
4.25(
110
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Approved Pro
College Hunks Hauling Junk
605 Southlawn Ln
4.25(
110
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
31 local quotes requested
23 years of experience

Based in the Washington DC suburb of Rockville Maryland, our local College Hunks Hauling Junk and College Hunks Moving franchise offers local moving, junk removal, donation pickups, and labor services. How May We Help You Have A Stress-Free Day? �Get My Free Local Moving Quote �Schedule My Junk/Donation Pickup Online & Save $10 We service the entire Washington DC metro area, including Rockville, North Behtesda, Silver Spring, College Park, Hyatsville, Langley Park, Chevy Chase, Petworth and Chillum, in addition to many other cities and towns in Montgomery County, Prince George's County and Washington County, D.C.. We are proud to have serviced tens of thousands of local homes and businesses since opening in 2005 as the flagship location for the College Hunks brand. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

"Very professional, before the actual move. During, items were dragged on concrete instead of picked up and the lead mover damaged a sconce at our new house. One of the crew was smoking pot in the breezeway. They left trash all over from the water bottles we gave them and the lunch we provided to them. Customer service is non existent, the national emails get answered and referred locally, which goes nowhere. Apparently they only respond to reviews. Those things aside, one of the movers made my wife uncomfortable. She waited until the end of the move to tell me. She said he kept touching her shoulders, and while I had seen it she can take care of herself. She was asking if we should tip the full amount because she had been made uncomfortable. We ended up tipping generously because it was a hot day, but when she brought it to Maxwells attention (the crew leader) he immediately said "thats not how he comes across" and tried to gaslight her that nothing like that could have happened. The guy in question was smoking weed on the job, touching my wife each time he passed her. Additionally, the crew member informed this guy afterwards and he came back to the house - not to apologize, but to confront her and call her a liar. That night I texted the crew lead, and asked him if he could check the truck because I was having trouble finding a box. His response, copied from the text: >I can't check the back of the truck because I'm home already but even if I could no because I asked for you and your wife to check the back of the truck. Plus your wife said that my coworker was inappropriate and she's lying Avoiding getting into the heresay, this is beyond unprofessional. I reached out to customer service about the sconce, and about the behavior of the crew. They 'forwarded' the claim to the local office. I followed up two weeks later, and they again forwarded it to the local office. Apparently bad reviews are the only way to get their attention. Learn from my mistake, use a different company. We were quoted between 1400 and 1900 for 5-7 hours of work. The crew took regular, long breaks. We ended up paying over 2k for the total, to move a 2bd apt w/o appliances about 40 miles...and when they opened the back of the truck nothing was secured and stuff was laying all over the place. Would not recommend. They owe me money for the sconce, inappropriately touched my wife, they called both me and my wife liars, and were all around unprofessional. This was the gaithersburg/rockville location."

Jared W on August 2024

Based in the Washington DC suburb of Rockville Maryland, our local College Hunks Hauling Junk and College Hunks Moving franchise offers local moving, junk removal, donation pickups, and labor services. How May We Help You Have A Stress-Free Day? �Get My Free Local Moving Quote �Schedule My Junk/Donation Pickup Online & Save $10 We service the entire Washington DC metro area, including Rockville, North Behtesda, Silver Spring, College Park, Hyatsville, Langley Park, Chevy Chase, Petworth and Chillum, in addition to many other cities and towns in Montgomery County, Prince George's County and Washington County, D.C.. We are proud to have serviced tens of thousands of local homes and businesses since opening in 2005 as the flagship location for the College Hunks brand. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

"Very professional, before the actual move. During, items were dragged on concrete instead of picked up and the lead mover damaged a sconce at our new house. One of the crew was smoking pot in the breezeway. They left trash all over from the water bottles we gave them and the lunch we provided to them. Customer service is non existent, the national emails get answered and referred locally, which goes nowhere. Apparently they only respond to reviews. Those things aside, one of the movers made my wife uncomfortable. She waited until the end of the move to tell me. She said he kept touching her shoulders, and while I had seen it she can take care of herself. She was asking if we should tip the full amount because she had been made uncomfortable. We ended up tipping generously because it was a hot day, but when she brought it to Maxwells attention (the crew leader) he immediately said "thats not how he comes across" and tried to gaslight her that nothing like that could have happened. The guy in question was smoking weed on the job, touching my wife each time he passed her. Additionally, the crew member informed this guy afterwards and he came back to the house - not to apologize, but to confront her and call her a liar. That night I texted the crew lead, and asked him if he could check the truck because I was having trouble finding a box. His response, copied from the text: >I can't check the back of the truck because I'm home already but even if I could no because I asked for you and your wife to check the back of the truck. Plus your wife said that my coworker was inappropriate and she's lying Avoiding getting into the heresay, this is beyond unprofessional. I reached out to customer service about the sconce, and about the behavior of the crew. They 'forwarded' the claim to the local office. I followed up two weeks later, and they again forwarded it to the local office. Apparently bad reviews are the only way to get their attention. Learn from my mistake, use a different company. We were quoted between 1400 and 1900 for 5-7 hours of work. The crew took regular, long breaks. We ended up paying over 2k for the total, to move a 2bd apt w/o appliances about 40 miles...and when they opened the back of the truck nothing was secured and stuff was laying all over the place. Would not recommend. They owe me money for the sconce, inappropriately touched my wife, they called both me and my wife liars, and were all around unprofessional. This was the gaithersburg/rockville location."

Jared W on August 2024


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A&J Restorations
7614 Fairbanks Ct
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
A&J Restorations
7614 Fairbanks Ct
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

"He did a great job for a reasonable price. Will definitely use again in the future. "

Joseph C on June 2025

"He did a great job for a reasonable price. Will definitely use again in the future. "

Joseph C on June 2025

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FAQs for garbage collection projects in Washington DC, DC

Contact your local municipality to request garbage collection services. In most areas, your local city or municipality manages garbage collection, which contracts a waste collection company to do trash collection and other garbage collection and disposal services. However, if you can’t wait for the next trash collection day, you can also contact a local junk removal service to come and haul away your garbage. Confirm with any junk removal companies what items they will take. If you’re renovating your home or have a lot of garbage to get rid of, consider renting a dumpster.

The cost of junk removal services for private garbage collection factors in wages for labor, the cost of maintaining and operating vehicles and trailers to haul garbage to a dump or recycling center. Landfills also charge a fee to dump garbage, which varies depending on what kind of waste it is. 

A garbage collection pro or junk removal company can typically take anything from a single item such as refrigerator to the entire contents of a house or out-building being emptied. One exception is disposing of hazardous waste (like bleach or used oil), which is typically handled by your municipality. Check reviews, references, and qualifications of any company you hire to collect garbage. Ask what the company’s limitations are, what tools and equipment they use, and their availability. 

Disposing of old paint, bleach, oil, and fertilizer should be handled by a company that specializes in this kind of waste. Many private junk removal companies do not dispose of these items. Because these materials are hazardous to the environment and dangerous to handle or dispose of improperly, you should confirm with your local municipality about places to take hazardous materials for safe disposal. 

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