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LoadUp Loaders hauling junk, representing fast, reliable Junk Removal and disposal service in Edwardsville, IL.

*Same-day availability may vary by location.

Serving Edwardsville, IL

Junk removal in Edwardsville

Starting at $80. Additional items from +$15.

Junk piles up fast and gets old quicker. Skip the hassle in Edwardsville: book a quick pickup, see your price up front, and get your space back.

  • Same-day available
  • Flat rate add-ons
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The Problem

Getting rid of junk in Edwardsville takes more than it should

You call the city, search for haulers, and request a few quotes. One calls back, one wants to stop by first, one never answers. Meanwhile the garage stays full and another weekend goes by.

LoadUp junk removal truck parked outside a home with Loaders hauling items to the truck

Free city pickup is great, when it works

Edwardsville's municipal pickup schedule can handle some bulky items, but it usually means calling ahead, following item limits, and waiting for your scheduled day. You still have to drag everything to the curb yourself, and some items, like appliances or renovation debris, may not qualify.

Traditional haulers play pricing games

Many haulers want to look at your pile in person before they'll name a number, then price by how much of the truck you fill. The quote you hear on the phone can change once the crew shows up, so you can't plan ahead.

Donation centers are picky (rightly)

Thrift stores and charities need things they can resell, so they turn away anything stained, broken, or worn out. Pickup slots fill quickly, and plenty of what's in your basement or spare room won't ever meet their standards.

Dumpster rental is overkill for one room

A roll-off sits on your driveway for days, blocks parking on narrow older streets, and may need a permit before it's dropped off. You still do all the lifting yourself, and for one room of junk you end up paying for space you don't use.

How It Works

From booking to gone in three simple steps

  1. Get your instant price

    Enter your ZIP code and item details to get a guaranteed upfront price online. No waiting for an onsite estimate.

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  2. Choose a pickup window

    Pick a time that works for your schedule, including same-day availability if you book before 2PM.

    No waiting on callbacks
  3. Your pickup gets handled

    Local Loaders arrive at your location, haul away the junk, and dispose of it responsibly when options allow.

    No in-person charges
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What sets us apart

Your price is locked before pickup day

Most companies charge by truck space, and the price often changes on arrival. LoadUp charges by item, based on exactly what you're removing.

  • Per-item, predictable. First item includes the pickup fee. Every add-on is flat, no truck math, no hourly rates.
  • Locked means locked. The price at booking is what you pay. No adjustments, no surprises.
  • No-obligation quotes. Big job or full cleanout? Text a photo for a guaranteed price first.
Price Comparison

What junk removal actually costs in Edwardsville

How Edwardsville's options stack up

Across all options, not just ours: a real breakdown of what Edwardsville residents typically pay, so you know what's fair before you book.

  • From $95

    Sofas, dressers, bed frames, tables, and more hauled away with ease.

    per add-on from +$30
  • From $95

    Available in twin, full, queen, king, and California king sizes.

    per add-on from +$30
  • From $80

    Covers refrigerators, washers, dryers, ovens, dishwashers, water heaters, and more.

    per add-on from +$15
  • Custom

    Whole-property cleanouts for moves, estates, evictions, and renovations.

    Get a free quote
  • From $80

    TVs, monitors, computers, printers, stereo equipment, and small electronics.

    per add-on from +$15
  • From $115

    Includes treadmills, ellipticals, weight benches, stationary bikes, and home gym systems.

    per add-on from +$50
  • From $140

    Add a single bulky item like a couch, dresser, or mattress to your booking.

    per add-on from +$75
  • From $90

    Mixed everyday items including broken goods, old decor, and accumulated clutter.

    per add-on from +$25
  • From $90

    Bagged trash, loose debris, and general household waste of all kinds.

    per add-on from +$25
  • From $415

    Covers drywall, lumber, tile, fixtures, and mixed demolition scrap.

    per add-on from +$350
  • From $110

    Yard Debris

    Includes branches, brush, grass clippings, leaves, and other organic yard waste.

    per add-on from +$45
  • From $110

    Desks, chairs, filing cabinets, cubicle panels, and other office items included.

    per add-on from +$45
  • From $75

    Moving boxes, shipping cartons, and leftover packing cardboard.

    per add-on from +$7

First item includes the pickup fee. Each additional item is a flat add-on. *See Edwardsville's disposal rules for city bulk exceptions, permits, and restrictions.

Customer preparing junk for pickup and removal
Local Haulers

Vetted Loaders who handle the heavy part

Narrow basement stairs in an older home turn a dresser into a puzzle your Loader angles up and out. Every Loader is background-checked and rated by real locals in Edwardsville after each job.

  • Local, vetted Loaders
  • Licensed & insured
Pickup Options

Set it at the curb or leave it where it sits

Already dragged the old grill or storm branches to the end of your driveway? Choose curbside, and if it's a sleeper sofa in an upstairs rental near campus or a workbench in a detached garage, full-service has your Loaders carry it out from inside.

  • In-home or curbside pickup
  • Same-day or scheduled
Junk Removal pickup options, highlights, best use cases, and starting prices in Edwardsville.
Pickup Option Highlight Best For Price
In-home pickup Full-service Removal from anywhere inside your home from $80
Curbside pickup Save $5.00 Place items outside, skip the appointment from $75
Same-day pickup Add $10.00 Urgent pickups booked before noon from $90
Next day pickup Flexible Book next-day or up to 90 days ahead from $80
Multi-item pickup Bundle & save Add-on items in the same pickup for less from +$15
Item add-on Optional Bundle with your junk pickup from +$15
Full cleanout Volume discount Entire room junk removal Custom
Disassembly service Optional add-on Large or difficult-to-move items Custom

* Starting prices. Final price confirmed by ZIP code and pickup conditions. Volume discounts applied automatically.

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Neighborhoods Served

Serving Edwardsville and the rest of the Metro East

Anyone who has tried to strap a mattress to a car roof and creep down Route 157 at five o'clock knows how that ends. Skip the white-knuckle drive. Your Loader does the lifting, carrying, and loading instead. LoadUp and your Loaders genuinely love showing up for the neighbors who make Edwardsville feel like home.

What Happens to Your Junk

Donation first, recycling second, landfill last

Bulky items pile up fast in Edwardsville, from garage cleanouts to old-house renovation leftovers. Where each piece ends up depends on its condition, and your Loader sorts it with donation, recycling, and responsible disposal in mind.

Aerial illustration of a LoadUp junk removal truck following a route to a disposal drop-off location
Gently Used

Donation Pickup

Furniture and household goods that are clean and in good shape may be donated when possible. Your Loader sets these aside for reuse where available, so usable items can stay out of the trash.

  • Tax-deductible receipt by request
  • Diverts waste from landfill
  • Free up your space and help a neighbor
See donation pickup
Visible Wear

Recycling

Items that are worn or damaged but not donatable, like metal frames or old appliances, may be recycled when local options allow. Your Loader separates them from the rest of the load when possible.

  • Materials sorted and recovered
  • Diverted from landfill where possible
  • Compliant with local waste regs
See common questions
Heavily Damaged

Responsible Disposal

Heavily damaged, soiled, or contaminated bulky items, such as a water-ruined sofa or rotted lumber, are taken for responsible disposal. Your Loader carries them out and loads them so nothing is left behind.

  • No logistics or transport to handle
  • No sorting or drop-off required on your end
  • Local disposal fees covered
See Edwardsville rules below
Local Disposal Rules

The Edwardsville disposal rules most residents don't know

Items set out before a confirmed pickup date or bundled the wrong way can sit uncollected at the curb, so here is how disposal works in Edwardsville and Madison County.

Rule 01

Old carpet needs cutting into small bundles first

Edwardsville's large item pickup accepts carpet only when it is cut into bundles no longer than 4 feet, no more than 3 feet in diameter, and under 50 pounds each. A full uncut roll from a room is over these limits.

Rule 02

Oil-based paint and solvents go to Wood River monthly

Lead-based and oil-based paint and varnish are excluded from city large item pickup. Madison County's household hazardous waste facility in Wood River holds free collections, usually on the second Saturday of each month. Any Illinois resident can drop off by appointment.

Rule 03

Four free large item pickups per year, scheduled in advance

Households within Edwardsville's city limits can schedule up to four large item pickups per calendar year at no extra charge. These cover appliances and furniture such as couches, dressers, and desks. Wait until Republic Services confirms a date before putting items at the curb.

Rule 04

Storm-downed limbs must be cut and tied before collection

Yard waste is collected weekly all year on trash day. Branches must be tied with twine and can be no thicker than 3 inches and no longer than 4 feet. Bags or cans cannot exceed 50 pounds, so heavier storm limbs don't qualify.

Rule 05

Televisions and monitors are barred from large item pickup

Edwardsville's large item pickup excludes electronic waste, including televisions, computer monitors and accessories, and DVD/VCR players. Madison County works with the Illinois EPA to hold four free electronics recycling collections each year for county residents, and appointments are required.

Rule 06

Large item pickup refuses concrete and construction material

Concrete and other construction material of any kind are not allowed in Edwardsville's large item pickup. Building materials and scrap metal are also not accepted in the recycling cart. That means leftovers from a remodel need a different way out.

Need help navigating these rules?

Common Questions

Need help before booking?

Find answers to common questions, pricing details, pickup policies, and service options.

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(844) 239-7711

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(678) 884-4738

Not on your own. Republic Services handles trash in Edwardsville, and bulk items are taken on your regular pickup day only if you call 24 hours ahead. Refuse must be at the curb by 6:00 a.m. Unscheduled piles can draw complaints.

LoadUp pricing for junk removal in Edwardsville starts at $80, and curbside or driveway pickup takes a flat $5 off. The first item includes the base pickup fee, and each additional item is a flat add-on, with the exact total confirmed before booking.

Often, yes, depending on Loader availability. Enter your Edwardsville zip code during booking to see live same-day and next-day slots. For curbside jobs you don't need to be home. For in-home pickups, someone should be there or leave access notes.

Republic Services' Edwardsville guidelines list building materials and scrap metal as unacceptable. Bulk items need a call 24 hours ahead and carry a fee that varies by item. Madison County also holds free household hazardous waste drop-offs on the first Saturday and third Friday monthly.

Loaders aim to keep usable items out of the landfill. They try to donate furniture and household goods to local charities, recycle materials when facilities accept them, and dispose of the rest properly. Outcomes depend on item condition and what each facility accepts.

Book online, choose your items and a time window, and see your total before confirming. On pickup day your Loader calls ahead, hauls the items from inside or outside your home, and loads them. The price you were quoted is the price you pay.

City bulk pickup through Republic Services is usually cheaper for a single large item if you can wait for your pickup day. A hauler fits better when you want a specific time, have several items, or need help carrying things out of a basement or garage.

Pricing model and booking flow. 1-800-GOT-JUNK generally prices by truck volume with the final quote given on site. LoadUp prices per item online and confirms the total before anyone arrives, which often suits smaller jobs.

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