Estate cleanout in Portsmouth, NH
More than half of Portsmouth's homes were built before 1960, so a cleanout here often means narrow stairs, full attics and a crowded cellar. We walk the house with you and clear it in one planned job.
- What junk removal and cleanout companies charge nearby
- $6,000+
- For a 3 to 4 bedroom home. Not an On Course price. We can usually do it for less. Free walkthrough quote.
- Portsmouth bulky item fee
- $5+
- Per mattress or couch at the Recycling Center.
- 30-yard dumpster rental
- $1,050+
- For one rental in Portsmouth.
- Time to fill a 30-yard
- 5+ days
- 4,000+ pounds lifted by hand. We do the heavy lifting.
Old Portsmouth houses hold a lot
Census estimates put 52% of Portsmouth homes before 1960, and the median home here dates to 1958. Houses that old tend to collect furniture, trunks and tools in every corner.
From the South End to the condos off the bypass, we plan the carry at the walkthrough and size the crew to the house.
Condo buildings and junk removal in Portsmouth
Close to half of Portsmouth households rent, and many owners live in condo buildings run by an association.
Buildings served by a private hauler cannot book the city's curbside bulky pickup, so a crew that loads the truck and drives away saves the scheduling. We haul junk, old furniture and boxes along with everything else on the list.
What it costs to dump big items in Portsmouth
Portsmouth residents can take big items to the city's Recycling Center or pay for a scheduled curbside pickup. The city charges per item.
| Item or rule | What the town publishes |
|---|---|
| Mattress or box spring | $5 each |
| Couch or upholstered furniture | $5 each |
| Refrigerator or any freon appliance (AC, dehumidifier) | $20 each, CFC removal included |
| TVs and other electronics | $10 each |
| Tires | $7 each since July 1, 2026 |
| Construction debris | Not on the city fee list; clean wood only: $15 for 2 cubic yards, $25 for 4 |
| Curbside bulky pickup | $10 pickup fee plus each item fee, paid online, then booked with Public Works at (603) 427-1530 |
| Pickup weeks | Week 1 upholstered furniture, week 2 appliances, week 3 tires and TVs, week 4 wood furniture |
| Who can use it | Portsmouth residents; condo buildings with a private hauler cannot book curbside pickup |
| Hours | Tue to Thu 7:45 am to 3:15 pm, Sat 8 am to 2 pm; card or check, no cash |
Five dollars a mattress adds up fast when a whole house of furniture, mattresses and appliances has to go. Our quote covers every item, and the dump runs happen in one planned job.
Sources: City of Portsmouth, Portsmouth Recycling Center; City of Portsmouth, Solid Waste Collection and Schedule. Fees checked October 2026. Towns change fees and hours, so confirm with the town before a trip.
Portsmouth cleanout questions
How much does Portsmouth charge to dump a mattress?
The Portsmouth Recycling Center lists mattresses and box springs at $5 each, with a $10 fee added if Public Works picks them up at the curb.
Can a Portsmouth condo owner use the city's bulky pickup?
Not when the building uses a private hauler. Those addresses can still drive items to the Recycling Center, or we can clear the unit for them.
Do you remove junk in Portsmouth, or only do full cleanouts?
Both. We can empty a whole house or haul away one garage, basement or attic full of junk.
What does a Portsmouth refrigerator cost to get rid of?
The city charges $20 for a refrigerator or any freon item, which covers CFC removal.
How is the price for a Portsmouth job set?
We walk the house first and give a custom quote with dump fees included, agreed before the crew arrives.
What does a 30-yard dumpster cost in Portsmouth?
The highest posted Portsmouth price is $1,050 for a seven-day rental with two tons included. Figures checked October 2026.