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Move-out cleanup · Portland guide

How to Get Rid of Junk Before Moving

Reduce moving volume, avoid hauling unwanted items and leave the property ready for handoff. Get a free onsite estimate and approve the exact price before loading begins.

Step-by-step

A practical plan for the job.

  1. 1

    Make four clear zones

    Separate move, sell, donate and remove items so the crew never has to guess.

  2. 2

    Start with bulky items

    Decide on couches, mattresses, broken furniture and garage items before packing the small things.

  3. 3

    Protect move essentials

    Set aside keys, chargers, medications, documents and cleaning supplies.

  4. 4

    Book before the final day

    Leave enough time for a second pass after packing, garage cleanup and final walkthrough.

What affects cost

Volume first. Conditions matter.

JunkPDX pricing is based primarily on the space used in our 14-foot box truck. Weight, stairs, carry distance, dismantling, special handling and disposal requirements can affect the final total. Photos can help us give a preliminary range; the exact price is confirmed onsite before anything is loaded.

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Common questions

Before you schedule.

Should I book before or after the movers?

A first pickup before the move reduces volume; a final pickup afterward catches leftovers.

Can you take packing debris?

Yes, for approved boxes, paper and ordinary nonhazardous debris.

Can removal happen during the estimate?

Often, if you approve the price and the crew has enough truck capacity.