Hampton Roads service
Garage Cleanout in Hampton Roads
Garage cleanout is the most-requested PoofHaul service after mattresses. A two-car garage with a decade of stuff usually fills a small dump trailer. Bid-based pricing works well here because what looks like a 'half load' from the photo can turn into a full load once the boxes come out.
How garage cleanout works on PoofHaul
Photo the garage as it stands
Wide shots showing the full pile + a few close-ups of awkward items (lawn equipment, paint cans, old electronics). The more haulers see, the more accurate the bid.
Get bids that reflect real volume
Haulers who do garage cleanouts know what fits in a pickup vs. a dump trailer. The bid range you see usually splits between half-load haulers and full-trailer haulers.
Hauler sorts + loads + disposes
On job day, the hauler loads everything you point at. Anything you want to keep stays. Disposal goes to the right facility for the mix (general MSW, scrap metal, yard waste separated where applicable).
What we typically haul
Old furniture
Couches, chairs, tables that ended up in the garage as overflow
Holiday decorations + storage bins
Years of accumulated bins, broken or unused
Lawn and garden equipment
Old mowers, broken trimmers, hoses, planters
Sports + hobby gear
Unused exercise equipment, kayaks, bikes, tools
Construction leftovers
Lumber scraps, drywall, paint cans (mostly empty)
Before you book
Hazardous waste
Old paint, motor oil, antifreeze, propane tanks, and pesticides are not standard garage haul. JCC convenience centers and the SPSA HHW collection accept these items free for residents, separate them out before the hauler arrives or include the cleanup in the bid scope.
Refrigerator + appliance items
If the garage has a beer fridge, deep freezer, or AC unit, mention it. Those need EPA-certified handling and a slightly different bid.
Garage Cleanout FAQ
- How much does a garage cleanout cost in Hampton Roads?
- Small garage (single-car, light load) runs $240 to $360. Two-car garage with a decade of accumulation runs $400 to $600. Full dump-trailer load with construction debris or appliances runs $600 to $900+.
- Do I need to be home while the hauler works?
- Yes for the start, so you can confirm what stays and what goes. Once the hauler has the green light, most cleanouts run 1 to 3 hours and you don't need to supervise the loading.
- Will the hauler sort recyclables?
- On request. Metal goes to scrap dealers free. Cardboard + paper recyclables can be separated. Mention sorting preferences when you accept the bid; some haulers price it in, others charge a sort-time premium.
- What about old paint cans?
- Empty paint cans (lid off, residue dried) can go in normal trash. Half-full or full cans are HHW and need to go to SPSA HHW collection or JCC convenience center. Most haulers can route them for an add-on fee.
- Can the hauler do partial cleanouts?
- Yes. Tell the hauler exactly what's going (one row of bins, the south wall, the back corner). Bids will reflect the partial scope, and you only pay what you contracted.
- What if more comes out than the photo showed?
- If the volume on job day is materially more than the photos showed, the hauler can request a scope-change adjustment in the app before they start. You see the new price and approve (or decline) before any extra work happens.
- Can a hauler haul the whole garage in one trip?
- Sometimes. A small pickup truck holds about 3 cubic yards; a 16-foot dump trailer holds 12+. If you have more than that, expect multiple trips priced into the bid.
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
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
Eviction Cleanout
Studio $200 to $400 / 1BR $400 to $800 / 2BR $600 to $1,500 / 3BR $1,000 to $2,500
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 garage cleanout?
Post a photo. Local haulers send bids. Pay after the job.