Junk Removal and Hauling in Tompkins County, NY

Junk Rhinos prices junk removal in Tompkins County by the volume your load takes up in the truck, not by the hour and not by the item. That means a single couch costs a fraction of a full estate cleanout, and the price only grows when the pile does.

Most callers are surprised the estimate can be that simple. A photo or description gets you a ballpark figure up front, and a firm all-in price is confirmed for free on-site before any work begins.

With about 47,362 housing units across Tompkins County, there is no shortage of full basements and packed garages to clear out.

Junk removal services for every job size in Tompkins County

Whether you need one appliance lifted or a whole property emptied, the same crew handles it with the same volume-based pricing. Here is what Junk Rhinos takes, grouped by the size of the job.

Job size	Service	What it covers	Note
Single item	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.
Single item	Mattress Disposal	Twin, full, queen, and king mattresses; box springs and bed frames included	Removed from any room, upstairs or down, no bagging first.
Single item	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.
One room	Furniture Removal	Couches, sectionals, sofas, and loveseats; dressers, desks, tables, and bookshelves; recliners, chairs, and ottomans	We handle stairs and tight doorways.
One room	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.
One room	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.
One room	Garage Cleanout	Old furniture, boxes, and clutter; broken tools and equipment; sporting goods and seasonal items	Space swept after removal.
One room	Basement Cleanout	Furniture, appliances, and boxes; old exercise and hobby equipment	We carry everything up the stairs, walls and railings protected.
Whole property	Estate Cleanout	Full-home contents removed; furniture, appliances, and personal items	Items you want to keep set aside, donations made on your behalf.
Whole property	Hoarding Cleanout	Room-by-room removal at your pace; important items set aside	Discreet, judgment-free service, home restored to a safe condition.
Whole property	Foreclosure & Eviction Cleanout	Abandoned furniture and belongings removed; trash and debris hauled away	Units left broom-swept and empty, single units or multiple properties.
Whole property	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.
Whole property	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.
Any size	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.

What Tompkins County's housing stock means for junk removal

Tompkins County has a resident population of about 102,879 spread across 474.6 square miles, a density of roughly 217 people per square mile. That mix of compact village blocks and open farmland means the crew sees everything from narrow staircases in older rentals to long driveways on rural lots.

The housing stock leans older across the county as a whole. The median year homes were built here is 1974, and about 57 percent of homes went up before 1980. That age produces a steady flow of worn-out appliances, dated furniture, and basement clutter that accumulates over decades of ownership.

About 49 percent of homes are single-family detached, while 24 percent sit in buildings of five units or more, and 8 percent are mobile or manufactured homes. Renters occupy about 46 percent of occupied homes, which means turnovers and move-out cleanouts happen year-round.

Roughly 337 new homes were authorized here in 2024, so newer construction adds its own debris from renovations and landscaping.

How a Junk Rhinos pickup works across Tompkins County

The customer does not lift, bag, or drag anything to the curb. Junk Rhinos crews do all the lifting, including stairs, heavy pieces, and tight spaces, and you simply point them at what goes.

Set aside or flag anything you want to keep, and the crew leaves it alone. Floors and walls are protected, and the area is swept before the crew leaves. No deposit is required to book, and there are no hidden fees; you pay after the job is done, once the load is on the truck.

• Same-day and next-day pickups in most areas.
• Fully insured crews arriving in branded uniforms.
• Open Monday through Sunday, 7am to 7pm.

How Tompkins County compares with nearby areas

Tompkins County's housing stock is older than the national picture, with a median build year of 1974 and 57 percent of homes predating 1980. That age profile means estate cleanouts and appliance replacements are routine rather than occasional.

The county's density of about 217 people per square mile produces a different call pattern than a dense city or a sprawling rural county. Rentals make up 46 percent of occupied homes, driving steady turnover cleanouts throughout the year.

Bookings here spread evenly through the year rather than bunching after a thaw.

Where your junk goes after a Tompkins County pickup

Every load is sorted on the truck before it leaves your property. Usable furniture and goods are donated to local charities, while metal, electronics, and green waste are routed for recycling.

What remains is disposed of responsibly. The crew cannot take hazardous materials, including paint, chemicals, solvents, and asbestos, so ask before the visit if you are unsure about an item.

Towns we serve across Tompkins County

Junk Rhinos covers 15 ZIP codes across 12 towns in Tompkins County, with the same crew and the same volume-based pricing at every stop. See the full list of New York locations for nearby coverage.

• Brooktondale
• Dryden
• Etna
• Freeville
• Groton
• Ithaca
• Ithaca
• Ithaca
• Ithaca
• Jacksonville
• Lansing
• Mc Lean
• Newfield
• Slaterville Springs
• Trumansburg

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you travel to every address in the county?

Yes. Junk Rhinos covers all 15 ZIP codes across the 12 towns listed above. The same crew and the same pricing apply whether you are in the center of Ithaca or on a rural route.

Which towns in Tompkins County do you cover?

We serve Brooktondale, Dryden, Etna, Freeville, Groton, Ithaca, Jacksonville, Lansing, Mc Lean, Newfield, Slaterville Springs, and Trumansburg. With about 47,362 housing units across the county, most addresses fall within our service area.

What will you not take?

Junk Rhinos cannot haul hazardous materials, including paint, chemicals, solvents, and asbestos. If you are unsure about an item, ask before the visit and the crew will tell you.

Can a whole property be cleared in one visit?

Yes, estate, garage, basement, hoarding, foreclosure, and commercial cleanouts can be done from a single room to an entire property. The crew sizes the truck to the job, so one visit usually handles it.

Donate and recycle instead of curbing it

Calling Junk Rhinos means your unwanted items get a second life rather than sitting at the curb. Usable furniture goes to local charities, and metal, electronics, and green waste are recycled.

That is the reason to book a pickup instead of hauling it yourself. One call clears the property, and the load is sorted for donation and recycling before it leaves.