Junk Removal and Hauling in Story County, IA
Junk Rhinos covers Story County, IA with volume-priced junk removal and hauling. Insured crews, no deposit. Get a free on-site estimate.
Junk removal in Story County, IA starts at $100Ballpark for a single item. Your firm, all-in price is confirmed free on-site.
When a load of junk leaves a home in Story County, the work does not end at the curb. Junk Rhinos sorts every pickup so that usable furniture and goods go to local charities, while metal, electronics, and green waste are routed for recycling.
With about 41,642 housing units spread across the county, there is no shortage of items ready for a responsible exit.
From a single broken appliance to a full estate cleanout, the crew handles the lifting, loading, and hauling. You point at what goes, and the team does the rest. Pickups run all year here, so there is no season to wait for and no weather window to plan around.
Junk Removal Services Available Across Story County
Junk Rhinos groups its work by the size of the job, so you can match the service to the task. The table below lists every option, from one item to an entire property.
| Service | What it covers | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Appliance Removal | Refrigerators, freezers, washers, and dryers; stoves, ovens, dishwashers, and microwaves; water heaters, AC units, and more | Safe disconnection and removal, metal recycled responsibly |
| General Junk Removal | Boxes, bags, and household clutter; exercise equipment and toys; broken or unwanted items of all kinds | We sort, lift, and load it all |
| Furniture Removal | Couches, sectionals, sofas, and loveseats; dressers, desks, tables, and bookshelves; recliners, chairs, and ottomans | We handle stairs and tight doorways |
| Mattress Disposal | Twin, full, queen, and king mattresses; box springs and bed frames included | Removed from any room, upstairs or down, no bagging first |
| Electronics & E-Waste Recycling | Televisions, monitors, and computers; printers, stereos, and small electronics; cables, cords, and accessories | Routed to certified e-waste recyclers, heavy tube TVs included |
| Yard Waste Removal | Branches, brush, and tree limbs; leaves, grass clippings, and trimmings; old fencing and wooden debris; storm and cleanup debris | No bagging required, composted or recycled when possible |
| Garage Cleanout | Old furniture, boxes, and clutter; broken tools and equipment; sporting goods and seasonal items | Space swept after removal |
| Basement Cleanout | Furniture, appliances, and boxes; old exercise and hobby equipment | We carry everything up the stairs, walls and railings protected |
| Estate Cleanout | Full-home contents removed; furniture, appliances, and personal items | Items you want to keep set aside, donations made on your behalf, property left clean and ready |
| Hoarding Cleanout | Room-by-room removal at your pace; important items set aside | Discreet, judgment-free service, home restored to a safe condition |
| Foreclosure & Eviction Cleanout | Abandoned furniture and belongings removed; trash and debris hauled away | Units left broom-swept and empty, single units or multiple properties |
| Hot Tub Removal | Hot tubs and spas of all sizes; removed from decks, patios, and yards | We cut down and break apart the shell, site cleared and left tidy |
| Construction & Demolition Debris Removal | Drywall, lumber, and flooring; tile, cabinets, and fixtures; roofing material and general debris | Site cleared and swept, recyclable materials sorted out |
| Office & Commercial Junk Removal | Desks, chairs, and cubicles; filing cabinets and office electronics; retail and warehouse clutter | Work scheduled around your hours, furniture donated and electronics recycled |
How Conditions Vary Across Story County
Story County is a mix of dense college-town neighborhoods, older small-town blocks, and open farmland, so the junk removal work differs by address. The largest town, Ames, holds much of the county's multi-unit housing, while the outlying towns lean toward older single-family homes.
Those differences shape what a crew finds on each call.
Across Story County as a whole, about 53 percent of homes are single-family detached, while about 31 percent are in buildings of five units or more. That mix means some pickups involve a house with a garage and yard, while others are apartment buildings where stairs and elevators matter.
The median year housing was built here is 1983, and about 48 percent of homes were built before 1980, so older appliances and furniture are common finds.
Newer construction is present too. About 15 percent of homes were built in 2010 or later, and about 198 new homes were authorized in 2024 alone. That new building generates construction debris and leftover packaging, which is why the crew handles drywall, lumber, and general job-site waste.
With a resident population of about 98,592 and a density of about 172 people per square mile, the county's 572.5 square miles hold a steady flow of both move-in and move-out cleanouts.
How a Junk Rhinos Pickup Works in Story County
The crew does all the lifting, including stairs, heavy pieces, and tight spaces, so you do not need to move anything. When they arrive, you point the crew at what goes, and set aside or flag anything being kept. Floors and walls are protected, and the area is swept before the crew leaves.
Pricing is by volume, so you pay for the space your load takes up in the truck, not by the hour and not by the item. You can get a ballpark estimate up front from a photo or description, then a firm all-in price confirmed for free on-site before any work starts.
No deposit and no online payment are required to book, and you pay after the job is done, once the load is on the truck. There are no hidden fees, and same-day and next-day pickups are available in most areas.
- Estate, garage, basement, hoarding, foreclosure, and commercial cleanouts, from a single room to an entire property
- Fully insured crews in branded uniforms
- Service available Mon-Sun, 7am to 7pm
Where Your Junk Goes After It Leaves Story County
Before anything is loaded, the crew sorts it. Usable furniture and goods are set aside for donation to local charities, while metal, electronics, and green waste are separated for recycling. That process keeps useful items out of the landfill and gives them a second life.
There are some items the crew cannot take. Hazardous materials, including paint, chemicals, solvents, and asbestos, are not accepted. Ask before the visit if you are unsure about an item, and the crew can tell you how to handle it.
Towns We Serve Across Story County
Junk Rhinos covers 16 ZIP codes across 12 towns in Story County. See the full list of Iowa locations for more, or find your town below.
- Ames
- Ames
- Ames
- Ames
- Ames
- Cambridge
- Collins
- Colo
- Gilbert
- Huxley
- Kelley
- Mc Callsburg
- Nevada
- Roland
- Story City
- Zearing
Frequently Asked Questions
How does pricing work across Story County?
Pricing is by volume, so you pay for the space your load takes up in the truck, not by the hour and not by the item. With about 53 percent of homes being single-family detached, loads can range from a single couch to a full garage, and the price scales accordingly.
You get a firm all-in price confirmed on-site before any work starts, with no hidden fees.
Do you reach the rural parts of Story County?
Yes. Junk Rhinos covers 16 ZIP codes across 12 towns in Story County, including the smaller communities and the areas between them. The county's land area is about 572.5 square miles, and the crew travels to every town in that footprint.
If you are unsure whether your address is covered, ask when you book.
Is there a deposit?
No deposit is required to book a pickup. You also do not need to make an online payment ahead of time. You pay after the job is done, once the load is on the truck.
Are your crews insured?
Yes. All Junk Rhinos crews are fully insured and arrive in branded uniforms. They are trained to handle heavy items, stairs, and tight spaces while protecting your floors and walls.
Donate and Recycle Instead of Curbing It
When you book a Junk Rhinos pickup, you are choosing a path that keeps usable goods out of the landfill. The crew sorts every load, donates what can be used, and recycles metal, electronics, and green waste. That is a good reason to call rather than set items at the curb.
Get a free on-site estimate and see how simple responsible junk removal can be. The crew handles the work, and your old items get a second chance.