Hampton Roads service
Eviction Cleanout in Hampton Roads
Eviction cleanouts are time-sensitive and procedurally specific. Property managers and landlords need a unit cleared, photographed, and documented within a tight window between writ and re-list. PoofHaul connects you to Hampton Roads haulers who handle eviction cleanouts as repeat business and understand the chain-of-custody expectations. Pricing scales with unit size, contents, and condition.
How eviction cleanout works on PoofHaul
Photo the unit + note the deadline
Walk-through photos of every room, plus the access path from the unit to the truck. State the re-list deadline so haulers can confirm they can hit it before bidding.
Bids that account for documentation
Eviction cleanout bids include the time to photograph contents pre-haul (chain of custody) and itemize anything of evident value. Pricing reflects unit size, contents volume, and any biological hazards flagged in the description.
Cleanout, document, return keys
Hauler photographs contents per chain-of-custody protocol, loads everything left in the unit, sweeps and broom-cleans, and returns the unit ready for re-list inspection. Photos and itemized notes go to the property manager.
What we typically haul
Furniture left behind
Couches, beds, dressers, dining sets
Kitchen contents
Food, dishes, small appliances
Personal effects + clothing
Photographed for chain of custody, then disposed
Trash + bagged garbage
Volume varies; bags get weighed at SPSA
Damage debris
Drywall holes, broken doors, fixtures pulled off walls
Before you book
Chain-of-custody documentation
Virginia landlord-tenant law treats abandoned property differently from disposed property. The hauler should photograph the unit and contents before any items leave the property. Most repeat haulers know this protocol; confirm in the bid that documentation is included.
Biological hazards
Bodily fluids, needles, mold blooms, infestations. Standard haulers should pass on biohazard work; certified bio-hazard remediation companies do this. Mention any suspected biohazard in the job description so haulers don't bid blind.
Abandoned-property timeline
Virginia landlord-tenant law sets a notice period before abandoned property can be disposed (currently 10 days after written notice; check Va. Code §55.1-1254 for the current text). PoofHaul does not provide legal advice. Confirm the timeline with your attorney or your local landlord association before scheduling cleanout.
Eviction Cleanout FAQ
- How much does eviction cleanout cost in Hampton Roads?
- Studio $200 to $400. 1-bedroom $400 to $800. 2-bedroom $600 to $1,500. 3-bedroom and larger $1,000 to $2,500+. Pricing scales with contents volume, condition, and any flagged hazards.
- How fast can you turn a unit?
- Most cleanouts run 2 to 6 hours on-site for studio through 2BR units. Larger units or heavily filled units run 1 to 2 days. Bids include an estimated completion timestamp; mention your re-list deadline up front so haulers can confirm before they bid.
- What's the chain-of-custody process?
- Photograph the unit and visible contents before any item leaves. Itemize anything of evident value (electronics, jewelry, identification documents) in writing. Most repeat eviction haulers do this as standard practice. Confirm with the hauler that documentation is part of the bid scope.
- Do you handle biohazard?
- Standard PoofHaul haulers should not bid on biohazard scope. Bodily fluids, needles, hoarding-grade waste, and mold remediation require certified bio-hazard contractors. If you suspect biohazard, hire a bio-hazard remediation company and use PoofHaul for the cleanout phase that follows.
- What about the abandoned-property notice period?
- Virginia landlord-tenant law (Va. Code §55.1-1254) sets a notice period before abandoned tenant property can be disposed. The current statute is the binding source; confirm timing with your attorney or your local landlord association. PoofHaul does not provide legal advice.
- Can you work with a property management company on net-30?
- Most haulers prefer card on file at acceptance, same as any PoofHaul job. For repeat property-management volume, mention it in the job description; some haulers will offer net terms after a few jobs. Net-30 is not a default.
- Will the unit be ready for re-list inspection?
- Standard eviction cleanouts include broom-clean and trash removal. They do not include carpet cleaning, paint, or repairs. If the unit needs paint or carpet, hire those out separately; the hauler hands you a cleaned but un-restored unit.
Eviction Cleanout by city
Other PoofHaul services
Mattress Removal
$80 to $160 for a mattress + box spring
Appliance Pickup
$80 to $200 per appliance, refrigerators with refrigerant $120 to $220
Refrigerator Removal
$120 to $220 for standard fridge or freezer, $180 to $280 for side-by-side or commercial-style
Garage Cleanout
$240 to $700 depending on volume, small pickup load to a full dump trailer
Estate Cleanout
$800 to $4,000+ depending on home size, contents, and access
Hot Tub Removal
$300 to $650 for standard backyard hot tub, $650 to $1,200 for tubs requiring crane access or significant disassembly
Shed Teardown
$300 to $1,500 depending on size, foundation type, and access
Post-Construction Debris Removal
$200 to $600 per load typical, larger projects priced by cubic yard
Hoarder Cleanup
Most hoarder cleanups in Hampton Roads run $2,000 to $6,000 for a single home. Severe cases can exceed $10,000 due to time, equipment, and safety protocols.
Piano Removal
Upright $150 to $400, baby grand $400 to $800, grand $600 to $1,500, concert grand $1,000 to $2,500
Yard Waste Removal
$150 to $500 per truckload depending on volume and content
Couch and Sofa Removal
Standard couch $80 to $150, sectional $150 to $300, multi-piece add-ons priced per piece
Ready to schedule eviction cleanout?
Post a photo. Local haulers send bids. Pay after the job.