Junk Removal and Hauling in Memphis, TN 38117
Need junk gone in Memphis, TN 38117? Junk Rhinos does the lifting, stairs included, and donates or recycles what it can. Free on-site estimate.
Junk removal in Memphis, TN starts at $100Ballpark for a single item. Your firm, all-in price is confirmed free on-site.
Junk Rhinos prices junk removal in Memphis, TN 38117 by the volume your load takes up in the truck, not by the hour and not by the item. That means a single bulky couch and a full estate carry the same straightforward logic.
You 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.
With about 12,045 housing units in 38117, most of them older single-family homes, the piles we see tend to be large and heavy. You do not need to move anything. The crew does the lifting, including stairs, heavy pieces, and tight spaces.
Heavy and awkward items we haul in Memphis 38117
Estate cleanouts and appliance removal lead the list for 38117 because about 87 percent of homes here were built before 1980. Older homes tend to hold decades of accumulated furniture and original appliances that are too heavy for one person to move.
| Service | What it covers | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Estate Cleanout | Full-home contents removed; furniture, appliances, and personal items | Items you keep are set aside, donations made on your behalf. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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 a Junk Rhinos pickup runs in 38117
Access shapes most pickups in 38117, where about 9 percent of homes sit in buildings of five units or more. That means elevators, stairwells, and tight doorways are part of the job, and the crew is ready for them. They handle stairs and narrow paths without asking you to carry anything.
Point the crew at what goes, and set aside or flag anything being kept. Loads are sorted on the truck, and floors and walls are protected during the work. The area is swept before the crew leaves.
- You do not need to move anything yourself.
- You do not need to arrange for disconnection of most appliances.
- You just point and set aside what stays.
What weather and housing age mean for pickups here
Yard debris and indoor clutter move on the same schedule here, because the weather never forces a pause. With about 57 inches of precipitation a year and about 79 days with measurable rain, outdoor work can happen in nearly any month.
The crew is equipped to load in rain and still protect your floors and walls inside.
Because about 83 percent of homes in 38117 are single-family detached, most pickups start at a driveway or a side yard rather than a shared hallway. That shortens the path between your pile and the truck.
The roughly 24 percent of occupied homes that are rented often mean a landlord or property manager scheduling the work, and the same volume pricing applies either way.
The median year housing here was built is 1958, and only about 4 percent of homes were built in 2010 or later. Older homes frequently have original appliances and furniture that have stayed for decades. Those are exactly the heavy items the crew is built to carry out.
How 38117 compares with other small towns
Memphis 38117 differs sharply from Bomont, WV 25030, where about 44 percent of homes are single-family detached and about 52 percent were built before 1980. In 38117, the much higher share of detached homes and older construction means cleanouts often involve entire houses rather than single apartments.
Bonesteel, SD 57317 has about 86 percent detached homes and about 63 percent built before 1980, a tenure mix closer to 38117 but with a smaller rental share.
Condon, MT 59826 is about 92 percent single-family detached but only about 37 percent built before 1980, so its cleanouts tend to be newer and less layered. Across all three, the same volume pricing applies because the crew charges for the space in the truck, not for the age or type of building.
Where your junk goes after it leaves 38117
The crew sorts every load as it comes off the truck. Usable furniture and goods are donated to local charities, which keeps items in service rather than in a landfill. Metal, electronics, and green waste are routed for recycling, so an old refrigerator or a pile of branches has a next stop beyond the curb.
What remains after donation and recycling is disposed of properly. The crew cannot take hazardous materials, including paint, chemicals, solvents, and asbestos. If you are unsure about an item, ask before the visit.
Nearby coverage and other Memphis ZIPs
Junk Rhinos serves 38117 and the surrounding area, with crews available for pickup in other Memphis ZIPs and nearby towns.
- Memphis 38152
- Memphis 38111
- Memphis 38120
- Memphis 38122
- Memphis 38119
- Memphis 38112
- Germantown
- Cordova
- Ellendale
- Collierville
- Millington
- Arlington
We cover all of Shelby County and the broader Tennessee service area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a single item worth booking in Memphis?
Yes. Because pricing is by volume, a single large item like a couch or a refrigerator takes up the same truck space whether it is alone or part of a bigger load. You still get a free on-site estimate before any work starts.
The crew does all the lifting, so you do not need to move it yourself.
Can you pick up in 38117 the same day?
Same-day and next-day pickups are available in most areas, including 38117. With about 79 days of measurable rain a year, the crew is used to working through weather and can often respond quickly. You can request an estimate online or by phone to check availability for your address.
How does the free on-site estimate work?
The process starts with a ballpark estimate from a photo or description. Then a crew member confirms a firm all-in price for free on-site before any work begins. You pay after the job is done, once the load is on the truck, with no deposit required to book.
Can you clear a whole property in one visit?
Yes, estate, garage, basement, hoarding, foreclosure, and commercial cleanouts can cover a single room or an entire property. The crew works at your pace and sets aside anything you want to keep. The property is left clean and ready, with usable items donated and the rest recycled or disposed of.
Donate and recycle with one call
When you call Junk Rhinos in 38117, you are choosing to keep usable items out of the landfill. The crew sorts every load and donates what can be used, so your old couch may serve another family. The rest is recycled or disposed of properly, and your home is left clean.
Request a free on-site estimate today and see how easy it is to clear the space you need. The crew handles the lifting, the stairs, and the hauling, so you do not have to.