Junk Removal in Johnson County, IA

Getting a heavy couch out of a third-floor apartment in Iowa City is a two-person job at best. Junk Rhinos brings the crew to handle stairs, narrow landings, and tight doorways across Johnson County.

With about 154,881 residents spread over 613.0 square miles, homes here range from new townhouses to older farmhouses, and each one has its own access challenges.

The answer to most junk problems is simple: point at what goes, and the crew does the rest. That includes carrying items down from upper floors, breaking down large pieces, and protecting walls and railings along the way.

Junk Rhinos prices by volume, not by the hour, so the size of the load matters more than how many trips it takes.

Furniture, mattresses, and more we haul from Johnson County homes

The items people cannot move themselves are the ones Junk Rhinos handles most often. That means furniture and mattresses first, followed by appliances, electronics, and whatever else fills a room or a garage.

How Johnson County housing shapes what we haul

Across Johnson County as a whole, about 49 percent of homes are single-family detached, while roughly 30 percent sit in buildings with five units or more. That mix means crews work in houses with attached garages and in apartment complexes with shared stairwells and elevators.

The variety shows up in the jobs: a basement cleanout in one town and a furniture pickup on a third floor in another.

The housing stock here is relatively new. The median year a home was built in the county is 1991, and about 20 percent of homes went up in 2010 or later. That new construction creates its own junk stream from renovation debris, old fixtures, and packaging.

At the same time, about 38 percent of homes predate 1980, so older basements and attics still hold decades of accumulated items.

With about 714 new homes authorized here in 2024, the pattern of fresh builds and remodeled spaces is likely to continue. Junk Rhinos serves all of it, from a single apartment unit to a whole house.

The county also has about 41 percent of occupied homes rented, which means move-out cleanouts and landlord turnovers are common requests.

How a Junk Rhinos pickup works in Johnson County

The customer does not lift, bag, or drag anything to the curb. Junk Rhinos crews do all the moving, including stairs, heavy pieces, and tight spaces, so you only point at what goes. Set aside anything you want to keep, and the crew works around it.

Pricing is by volume, so you pay for the space your load takes in the truck, not for time spent. A ballpark estimate comes from a photo or description, then a firm all-in price is confirmed for free on-site before work starts.

No deposit or online payment is required to book, and you pay after the job is done, once the load is on the truck.

• Same-day and next-day pickups in most areas
• No hidden fees
• Floors and walls protected, area swept before the crew leaves
• Crews fully insured and in branded uniforms
• Open Mon-Sun, 7am to 7pm

Where your junk goes after a Johnson County pickup

Most of what Junk Rhinos collects does not end up in a landfill. Loads are sorted on the truck, with usable furniture and goods donated to local charities and metal, electronics, and green waste sent for recycling.

That matters for a big cleanout, where one load can hold a couch, a refrigerator, and a pile of branches, each with a different disposal path.

The crew cannot take hazardous materials, including paint, chemicals, solvents, and asbestos. If you are unsure about an item, ask before the visit. Everything else, from a single mattress to an entire estate, is handled the same way.

Towns we serve across Johnson County

Junk Rhinos covers 15 ZIP codes across 10 towns in Johnson County. Find your town below or visit the Iowa locations page for more.

• Coralville
• Hills
• Iowa City
• Iowa City
• Iowa City
• Iowa City
• Iowa City
• Iowa City
• Kalona
• Lone Tree
• North Liberty
• Oxford
• Solon
• Swisher
• Tiffin

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you travel to every address in the county?

Yes, Junk Rhinos covers all 15 ZIP codes across 10 towns in Johnson County. That includes Iowa City and every smaller community in between. The crew brings the same equipment and process to every address, from a downtown apartment to a rural farmhouse.

What kind of cleanouts are most common in Johnson County?

Because about 41 percent of occupied homes here are rented, move-out cleanouts and landlord turnovers are frequent requests. Basement and garage cleanouts are also common, especially in older homes built before 1980. Estate cleanouts happen regularly as well, often in the larger single-family homes across the county.

Do you handle construction and renovation debris?

Yes, construction and demolition debris removal is a standard service. That includes drywall, lumber, tile, cabinets, and roofing material from renovation projects. With about 714 new homes authorized in 2024, crews regularly haul away the leftovers of new builds and remodels.

What happens to everything after you haul it away?

Loads are sorted, and usable furniture and goods are donated to local charities. Metal, electronics, and green waste are sent for recycling whenever possible. Only items with no other use go to landfill, and hazardous materials are never accepted.

Donate and recycle instead of curbing it

Calling Junk Rhinos means your old couch or broken appliance has a chance at a second life through donation or recycling. That keeps usable items out of the landfill and supports local charities in the process. It is a simple reason to pick up the phone instead of dragging things to the curb yourself.