What’s the cost for bulky items removal services in the UK, for a private individual?
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But how much does it cost?
Fortunately for me, Yoojo has already helped so many Brits with removing their bulky items from home. We know the market prices very well!
In this guide, I’ll help you understand how much I might pay for this type of service.
How much does it cost to remove bulky items from your home?
Average price for a bulky item removal service
Here are the statistics based on our data from real ads posted on Yoojo.
The average cost of a bulky item removal service:
This average cost generally includes :
The travel of the provider to my home.
The loading of the bulky items, which may require specific equipment (trolleys, straps, etc.).
The transport to the waste disposal site, recycling center, or a charity.
The unloading and sorting of items for responsible waste management.
Another interesting piece of information:
The average time reserved for a bulky item removal on Yoojo is:
Factors that influence the price of home bulky item removal
- Volume and weight: The larger and heavier the items, the more time and labor will be required to move them.
- Accessibility of the location: An apartment on an upper floor without a lift or a difficult-to-access basement can increase the complexity of the task.
- Type of bulky items: Some items require special handling or equipment, like electronic devices.
- Dismantling of items: Some large furniture needs to be dismantled to facilitate transport.
- Labor: For very heavy or numerous items, several providers may be needed.
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Distance to the waste disposal site: The transport fees for the provider may vary depending on how far away my home is.
Prices based on type of removal and volume {with examples}
The volume of bulky items to be removed influences the total cost of the service more than any other factor.
In the following lines, I will provide the average prices observed by type of removal, and I’ll also show some concrete examples!
Price estimate for clearing a basement
In the UK, the average size of a basement in an apartment building is about 43 sq. ft. to 54 sq. ft.
This area is very small, but private basements are often filled with items to the ceiling.
When full, it corresponds to an approximate volume of 353 cu. ft. to 423 cu. ft. of piled-up items!
That's why at Yoojo, we estimate that sorting and clearing a basement of this size can take between 2 hours and 4 hours.
In this case, the average price for clearing a basement on Yoojo is:
📈 However, this rate may be higher if:
The basement is very cluttered: A significant volume of items or chaotic storage can increase the time needed.
The basement is very dirty : The presence of mold or dirt may require additional protections or thorough cleaning.
Access to the basement is difficult: Narrow stairs, absence of a lift, or obstacles can complicate the intervention.
A specific van is needed: The need for a suitable vehicle to transport large or heavy items.
Example of basement clearance on Yoojo:
💰 Total price paid: £77
⏳ Duration of the service : 4 hours
Rosie paid £77 for 4 hours of service to clear her very cluttered and disorganized basement.
This service was lengthy and complex due to the large number of items and the clutter in the space.
Price estimate for clearing an apartment
The cost to clear an apartment will partly depend on its size, but mostly on the number of items to remove and logistical constraints.
The collection for a small apartment on an upper floor without a lift will be more complex than for a large apartment on the ground floor.
Here are two estimates that will help me make my own estimation:
For a small apartment (studio/1-bedroom):
For a large apartment (2 bedrooms or more):
📈 This rate may be higher if:
Dismantling furniture: bulky furniture needs to be dismantled to be removed from the apartment.
Need for a large van: a significant volume of items requires a suitable vehicle.
Difficult accessibility: no lift, narrow corridors, small doors, or parking restrictions.
Example of apartment clearance with Yoojo:
💰 Total price paid:
⏳ Duration of the service :
Max paid £173 for 5 hours of service to clear his three-bedroom apartment.
The higher-than-average cost is explained by the fact that the intervention included:
Dismantling of four pieces of furniture : wardrobes and sideboards needing dismantling on site.
Handling heavy appliances: washing machine and cooker.
Transport of additional furniture: chest of drawers and small furniture
Price estimate for clearing a house
More than its size, the cost needed to clear a house will primarily depend on the number of items to remove, as well as factors such as accessibility and distance to the waste disposal site.
At Yoojo, we estimate that sorting and clearing a house takes around 4 to 6 hours.
The average price observed for clearing a house is:
📈 This rate may be higher if:
Significant volume: An accumulation of items over several years can increase the time needed for sorting and clearing.
Dismantling of furniture : Bulky furniture needs to be dismantled to be removed from the house.
Difficult accessibility : Two-story house or located in a remote area.
Need for a large van : A significant volume of items requires a suitable vehicle for transport.
- Special waste : Presence of construction waste, hazardous materials, or items requiring special handling.
Example for clearing a house on Yoojo:
💰 Total price paid: £116
⏳ Duration of the service : 5 hours
Several providers offered around £85 to Charlotte for 6 hours of service to clear his house where a lot of papers and items had accumulated.
The intervention required:
Sorting and packing items: The provider had to sort the items and pack them in rubbish bags.
Loading into a skip: The items had to be transported and loaded into a skip for removal.
Prices examples for different types of items to clear
Removing a single bulky item from home generally takes around one hour, corresponding to a mean cost of about £23.
📈 However, this price can vary based on several factors:
Type of item: the size, weight, and fragility of the item can influence the time and resources needed.
Dismantling of furniture: does the item need to be dismantled before it can be transported?
Accessibility: are there stairs to climb or is there a lift? Can the provider park nearby?
Need for special equipment: is a cherry picker or stair lift needed?
Example price for removing a sofa
Sofas come in various sizes and shapes, which can influence the complexity of the removal:
2 or 3-seater sofa : no need to dismantle, but typically requires two people for transport.
Couch corner : Very large and heavy, may require partial dismantling or special equipment.
Convertible sofa : Contains additional mechanisms, may be heavier and more complex to move.
Average observed price for removing a sofa :
Yoojo example: removing a corner sofa
💰 Total price paid: £19
⏳ Duration of the service : 1 hour
Here, the client didn’t have to do anything.
She simply posted her ad, booked a provider who lived nearby, and they took care of everything for her!
Example price for fridge removal
Fridges vary in size and weight, affecting the difficulty of the service:
Single-door fridge: Standard size, usually manageable by one person.
Double-door fridge: Larger, may require two people for transport.
American fridge : Very large and heavy, requires special equipment for moving.
Average observed price for removing a fridge:
£27
Yoojo example: dropping off a fridge at the waste disposal site
💰 Total price paid: £24
⏳ Duration of the service : 1 hour
The strength of Yoojo is connecting me with providers close to me.
Need to get rid of a fridge?
There’s likely a provider who can come by to pick up my bulky items before heading to the waste disposal site themselves.
Example price for bed removal
The difficulty of removing a bed depends on several factors related to its size and design:
Single bed : Easier to move, especially if the mattress and base are light.
Double bed : Bulkier, may require dismantling the frame to fit through doors or stairs.
Bed with built-in storage : Heavier and more complex, often requiring dismantling.
Bunk bed : High structure, requires dismantling and complex handling.
Average observed price for removing a bed:
£19
Yoojo example: Bed + Frame to be thrown away
💰 Total price paid: £12
⏳ Duration of the service : 1 hour
What’s great about Yoojo is that I can find the right person to help me... even for a small service like this!
Why hire a provider for the removal of my bulky items?
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With Yoojo, you can manage my project as I wish:
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A service tailored to my needs
Providers registered on Yoojo adapt to your specific requests:
Need a quick removal? An intervention on the weekend? A service that includes cleaning after removal?
Everything is possible!
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