Questions & answers
Junk Removal Questions, Answered Straight
32 of the questions customers actually ask us — about quotes, what we’ll take, what happens on the day, and how you pay. Still stuck? Call or text and a real person picks up.
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6 questions
Quotes and booking
How to reach us, how estimates work, and how far ahead to call.
Can I text photos for an estimate?
Yes. Text photos or videos, along with your ZIP code, to (513) 935-1400. Photos let us give you an estimate or a price range quickly. The final price is confirmed before any work begins.
What is the best way to contact you?
Call or text (513) 935-1400, message us on Facebook, email nyajunk@gmail.com, or send the quote form on this site. Texting photos is usually the fastest route to a number.
How far in advance should I schedule?
Two to three days ahead is ideal, especially for larger jobs. We generally take appointments up to about a month out.
Do you offer same-day or next-day service?
When the schedule allows, yes. Unexpected situations happen, and we fit in same-day or next-day jobs whenever we can — call and ask rather than assuming either way.
Do you offer weekend appointments?
Yes, we schedule jobs on Saturdays. We don’t work jobs on Sundays, but we still answer calls and messages and can book you in for the coming week.
Is the price confirmed before you start?
Yes. An estimate from photos or a description may come as a range. Once the crew sees the items and the access, we confirm the final price with you before the work begins.
7 questions
On the day
What the crew handles, what you need to do, and who shows up.
Do I need to be present during the removal?
Not always. If the items are accessible and we have clear instructions, we can often finish the job without you there. Access, pricing and payment arrangements just need to be settled in advance.
Do I have to move everything outside?
No. The crew does the lifting, carrying and loading. Tell us in advance about stairs, basements, long walks to the truck, heavy items or anything that needs taking apart, so it’s all in the quote.
Do I need to clean or organize first?
No. Nothing needs cleaning or organizing before we arrive — just clearly identify what stays and what goes. The crew gives basic sorting help as it works; a job that needs extended sorting takes longer, so it can add a labor charge.
Can you help me sort through the items?
Yes. While you point out what stays and what goes, the crew can help make separate piles during the removal. We don’t provide detailed organizing services.
Do you clean the area afterward?
We don’t do deep cleaning. Once the items are out, the crew does a light sweep and picks up the loose debris from the removal so the space looks clear and tidy.
How many crew members will come?
It depends on the job and the labor involved. A small, light pickup may be one person. Most jobs run with a two-person crew, and larger or multi-truckload jobs may take three or four.
Will I be able to identify your crew?
Yes. Our crew arrives in company-branded shirts, hats or other apparel with the Not Your Average Junk Removal name on it.
8 questions
What we take
The items we haul, the few we can’t, and what to tell us in advance.
What kinds of items do you remove?
Furniture, appliances, household junk, garage and basement contents, moving leftovers, estate items, rental-property debris, yard debris, construction materials and more. We also handle larger cleanouts and certain light-demolition jobs like sheds, decks, fences and hot tubs.
Are there items you cannot take?
Yes. We can’t accept explosives, ammunition, asbestos, unknown hazardous chemicals, fuel, flammable materials, or anything the disposal facility prohibits. Needles, animal waste, infestations, contaminated conditions, paint, propane tanks, tires, batteries, electronics and other specialty items need to be disclosed in advance so we can confirm we can take them and come prepared.
Do you take paint?
Not wet paint. We may take latex or water-based paint once it’s completely dried and hardened — kitty litter, sand, sawdust or a paint hardener speeds that along. We don’t accept wet, oil-based, solvent-based or hazardous paint.
How many tires will you take?
Up to five tires per pickup, with or without rims. Tires are priced separately from the load-size rates, so tell us how many you have when you ask for a quote and we’ll include it in the number.
Do you remove items from basements or upstairs?
Yes. Stairs, narrow spaces, long carries, heavy items and difficult access all add labor, so they can affect the final price — mention them up front and they’re in the quote.
Do you handle jobs involving needles, animal waste, pests, or contamination?
Yes, in many cases — it’s work most companies turn down. These conditions have to be disclosed in advance so the crew brings the right protective equipment. Mattresses and upholstered items with bedbugs must be wrapped properly, and additional labor, wrapping or contamination fees may apply.
Do you remove cars or other vehicles?
No. We don’t remove, buy, tow or dispose of whole vehicles. We may take certain individual automotive parts case by case — disclose them in advance, and they may need to be completely drained of gasoline, oil, antifreeze and other fluids.
Do you donate usable items?
When it’s practical we donate, recycle, give away or repurpose usable items, though we can’t guarantee any particular item is accepted for donation. A delivery to a specific charity needs arranging in advance and may include an additional fee.
4 questions
Other services
Eviction set-outs, labor-only work and what to do before a hot tub job.
Do you assist with eviction set-outs?
Yes. We help landlords and property managers with court-authorized eviction set-outs: the crew removes belongings from the property and places them in the designated area, and after the required waiting period we can come back and haul away whatever remains.
Do you provide labor-only services?
Yes. We can move furniture or other items within a property without hauling anything away. Labor-only jobs are priced on crew size, time, item weight, access and difficulty.
Do you move items from one location to another?
Sometimes — we offer limited moving or transportation help case by case. It depends on the items, the locations, the labor involved and whether a clean, empty truck is available. Send details and photos and we’ll tell you whether we can help.
Is there anything I need to do before hot tub removal?
Yes. The hot tub needs to be completely drained, disconnected from electrical power and accessible before the crew arrives. Tell us about decks, fences, gates, stairs, tight spaces or other obstacles when you ask for the estimate.
4 questions
Payment and coverage
How to pay, receipts, discounts and where we work.
What forms of payment do you accept?
Cash, checks, debit and credit cards, Zelle, Venmo, Cash App and online invoice payments. Payment is generally due when the job is finished, unless we’ve agreed otherwise in advance.
Will I receive a receipt?
Yes. We send your receipt by text or email once payment is complete.
Do you offer discounts?
Yes — 10% off for seniors and veterans. Mention it when you call and we’ll apply it to the quote.
What areas do you serve?
We’re based in Hamilton, Ohio and work across Butler, Hamilton, Warren, Montgomery and Greene Counties — Cincinnati, Dayton, Middletown, Fairfield, West Chester, Mason, Lebanon, Kettering, Centerville, Beavercreek and Springfield among them — plus Northern Kentucky. Send us your ZIP code to confirm, and note that jobs farther from Hamilton may include a travel fee, which we tell you about in the quote.
3 questions
Pricing
The short version. The full table and what moves it live on the pricing page.
How much does junk removal cost?
Pricing is based mainly on how much space your items take up in our truck. The minimum starting charge is $125, a quarter load is $225, a half load is $400 and a full load is $725. Heavy materials, specialty items, stairs, difficult access or special disposal requirements can affect the final price. Send us photos and your general location and we will give you an accurate number.
Is the $125 a per-item price?
No. The $125 is our minimum starting charge for a small, standard pickup, not a single-item rate. Some individual items — pianos, large sectionals, extremely heavy pieces — are quoted separately because of the size, weight, labor or disposal they require.
Do you offer any discounts?
Yes — 10% off for veterans and senior citizens. Curbside pickups, where everything is already gathered and ready to load, may also qualify for lower pricing.
Not covered here?
Ask us about your specific job
Describe the load or send photos and we’ll tell you straight what we can take, what it costs and when we can get there. We usually reply within 5 minutes.
Still have a question? Just ask.
Call, text a photo or send the form — we’ll tell you honestly whether it’s a job for us.