Most junk removal companies make you call before they will talk numbers. This guide lays out what Zach's Pack Hauling actually charges in Dayton and the surrounding cities, what moves a quote up or down, and when you are better off using the City of Dayton's free bulk pickup instead of paying anyone.
Dayton junk removal prices, November 2026
We price by how much of our trailer your items fill. These are our starting prices for standard household junk as of November 2026. Every job has a $115 minimum, and the firm price is confirmed before anything is loaded. Hot tubs and pianos are looked at individually before we price them.
| Load size | Starting price | Typical fit |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum pickup | $115 | One bulky item, such as a couch, mattress, dresser, or appliance |
| Quarter load | $218 | A few large items, or a small pile of bags and boxes |
| Half load | $370 | Several pieces of furniture plus boxes, or a partial garage |
| Three-quarter load | $478 | Most of a room, a basement corner, or a larger garage pile |
| Full load | $540 | A full trailer: a whole room, a big garage, or a move-out |
The examples in the last column are rough guides, not quotes. Two piles of the same size can price differently if one is mostly boxes of books or wet carpet. Send photos for a firm number.
What single items cost to remove
One couch, mattress, recliner, dresser, or washer is often covered by the $115 minimum pickup. If you have more than one item, book them in the same visit: trailer-space pricing then covers them together instead of a separate minimum for each trip.
Hot tubs are priced separately because they have to be priced based on each situation:
| Hot tub size | Starting price |
|---|---|
| 4-person | $459 |
| 5-person | $559 |
| 6-person | $659 |
| 7-person | $759 |
These are starting prices. We look at each hot tub before giving the final price, and extra charges apply only when access is difficult, for example a tub boxed in by decking or fencing.
What raises the price
- Weight: concrete, brick, dirt, tile, roofing, and wet material can hit weight limits before the trailer looks full.
- Access: stairs, long carries, narrow doorways, elevators, and tight parking add labor and time.
- Special handling: refrigerators, freezers, and other refrigerant units, mattresses, tires, and pianos can carry extra handling or facility charges.
- Disassembly: items that must be taken apart, unbolted, or cut down before they can be carried out.
Five ways to pay less
- Put items at the curb, in the driveway, or in an open garage. Curbside pickup is offered at a discounted rate.
- Book everything in one visit. Combining items fills one load instead of paying the minimum several times.
- Sell or donate the good stuff first. Anything that leaves before we arrive is trailer space you do not pay for.
- Keep heavy debris separate. Mixing concrete or shingles into household junk can push a load into weight-based pricing.
Free City of Dayton bulk pickup vs. paying a hauler
If you live inside Dayton city limits, check the city's bulk waste service before you pay anyone. The city collects bulk items one Friday a month based on your zone, and you have to schedule it in advance by calling 937-333-4800 (no later than the Wednesday before your bulk day) or through Dayton Delivers. Your date is in the Dayton Collects app.
| City of Dayton bulk pickup | Zach's Pack Hauling | |
|---|---|---|
| Who can use it | City of Dayton residents only | Dayton and cities within about 20 miles |
| Timing | One scheduled Friday a month | Scheduled with you; same-day or next-day only when the route allows |
| How much | Up to 5 large items or 25 small bags or boxes | Priced by trailer space |
| Where items go | You carry everything to the curb or alley | We carry items out of the house, garage, basement, or yard |
| Not accepted | Building materials, auto parts, hazardous materials, pianos, hot tubs, A/C units, pool tables, and eviction, move-out, or foreclosure items | Household junk, furniture, appliances, hot tubs, and construction debris; hazardous, liquid, or unknown materials need review first |
City pickup is the cheapest choice for a few items you can carry out yourself and can wait a few weeks for. A hauler makes more sense when items are heavy or inside, when the city will not take them (a hot tub, a piano, renovation debris, or a move-out), or when you have a deadline such as a closing or lease end. Other cities and townships around Dayton have their own trash service and bulk rules, so check with your city or trash hauler first.
Junk removal vs. renting a dumpster
A dumpster works well for a long renovation where debris builds up over days. You do all the loading, the dumpster sits on your driveway for the rental period, and heavy debris can bring weight overage fees. Full-service junk removal is usually the better fit for furniture, appliances, and cleanouts that can be finished in one visit, because the crew does the lifting and nothing is left on your driveway.
How to get a firm price fast
- One wide photo of the whole pile or room, plus close-ups of anything heavy
- Where the items are: upstairs, basement, garage, or already at the curb
- Your address or ZIP code and where a truck and trailer can park
- Anything unusual: refrigerant appliances, tires, paint, liquids, or wet material
Text the photos to 326-900-8944 or use the estimate form. We work 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, seven days a week, and you will have the price before we load anything.