What We Take (Almost Everything)
Junk removal companies handle the vast majority of items in your home, garage, yard, and office. Here’s what Junk Same Day picks up:
Furniture
- Couches, loveseats, sectionals, futons
- Mattresses, box springs, bed frames, headboards
- Dressers, nightstands, armoires, vanities
- Tables (dining, coffee, end tables)
- Desks, office chairs, bookshelves
- Recliners, ottomans, accent chairs
- Entertainment centers, TV stands, hutches
- Patio furniture, outdoor tables and chairs
Appliances
- Refrigerators and freezers (we handle Freon compliance)
- Washers and dryers
- Dishwashers
- Ovens, ranges, and stoves (gas and electric)
- Microwaves
- Window and portable AC units
- Water heaters (tank and tankless)
- Water softeners
- Small appliances (toasters, blenders, coffee makers)
Electronics
- TVs (flat screen and CRT — we take them to certified e-waste recyclers)
- Computers, laptops, monitors
- Printers, scanners, fax machines
- Speakers, stereo equipment
- Gaming consoles
- Cables, cords, and accessories
Yard and Outdoor
- Yard waste (branches, brush, leaves, grass clippings)
- Fencing (wood, chain-link, vinyl)
- Sheds and playhouses (teardown included)
- Trampolines and swing sets (disassembly included)
- Above-ground pools
- Hot tubs and spas
- Grills and smokers (propane tank must be removed — see below)
- Landscape timbers, pavers, small amounts of concrete
- Planters, garden pots, old hoses
Construction and Renovation Debris
- Drywall and sheetrock
- Lumber and wood scraps
- Old flooring (carpet, tile, hardwood, LVP)
- Cabinets and countertops
- Doors and windows
- Insulation
- Roofing materials (shingles, tar paper)
- Concrete and brick (weight-based pricing)
- Tack strips and staples
Miscellaneous
- Tires (passenger vehicle)
- Pianos
- Exercise equipment (treadmills, ellipticals, weight sets)
- Moving boxes and packing materials
- Clothing, shoes, linens (bags or boxes)
- Books, magazines, records
- Toys, bikes, strollers, car seats
- Dried-out paint cans
- General household clutter and junk
What We Can’t Take (Hazardous Materials)
Federal and state law prohibits junk removal companies from transporting hazardous materials. These items require specialized disposal:
Chemicals and Liquids
- Liquid paint — Take to a PaintCare drop-off site (free)
- Paint thinner, mineral spirits, solvents — Denver hazardous waste events
- Motor oil, transmission fluid, antifreeze — Auto parts stores (AutoZone, O’Reilly) accept for free
- Pesticides, herbicides, insecticides — Denver hazardous waste events
- Pool chemicals (chlorine, muriatic acid) — Hazardous waste events
- Cleaning chemicals (bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner) — Hazardous waste events
Pressurized Containers
- Propane tanks — Exchange at Home Depot, Lowe’s, Walmart (Blue Rhino/AmeriGas programs)
- Aerosol cans (partially full) — Hazardous waste events. Completely empty cans are fine in recycling.
- Fire extinguishers — Fire departments or hazardous waste events
- Compressed gas cylinders — Return to the gas supplier
Biological and Medical
- Medical waste (sharps, needles) — Pharmacies (Walgreens, CVS), hospitals, or mail-back programs
- Medications — Denver police station drop boxes, pharmacy take-back programs, or DEA take-back events
- Asbestos-containing materials — Requires licensed asbestos abatement contractor
Other Prohibited Items
- Ammunition and explosives — Contact Denver Police non-emergency line
- Firearms — Denver PD accepts surrendered firearms
- Radioactive materials (old smoke detectors contain small amounts — these go in regular trash per the EPA)
- Large quantities of contaminated soil — Requires environmental remediation
Denver Hazardous Waste Disposal Resources
- Denver Household Hazardous Waste Events — Free, periodic collection events. Call 311 or check Denver’s Recycle & Compost website for the 2026 schedule.
- Arapahoe County HHW Facility — 7600 S. Peoria St, Englewood. Open year-round, Tuesday-Saturday. Free for Arapahoe County residents.
- Denver 311 — Call or use the app for questions about specific item disposal
The Gray Area: Items We Handle With Special Procedures
These items aren’t hazardous but require special handling:
- Refrigerators/freezers — We take them, but Freon must be properly recovered per the Clean Air Act. We ensure compliance.
- Bed bug-infested furniture — We take it with proper precautions. Let us know in advance.
- Water-damaged/moldy items — We take them. Our crew uses appropriate PPE.
- Tires — We take passenger vehicle tires. Commercial truck tires and large quantities may have additional fees.
- Concrete and brick — Weight-based pricing instead of volume-based.
Not Sure If We Can Take It?
Call us. Describe the item and we’ll tell you immediately whether we can pick it up or point you to the right disposal resource. No guessing, no wasted trip.
Call (303) 324-6014 or book online. Same-day junk removal across the Denver metro, 7 days a week.
