Basement Cleanout Pricing in Pittsburgh
Partial or full. In a basement, the stairs are the whole job.
Basement cleanout cost in Pittsburgh is driven by the stairs more than the volume, because every item has to be carried up. A narrow staircase with a turn, a bulkhead entrance, or a finished basement with furniture that will not clear the landing all add crew time. Pittsburgh basements commonly hold 30 or more years of storage.
Basement cleanouts are a specialty because of the stairs. Every item has to come up, and Pittsburgh basements tend to accumulate decades of boxes, old furniture, and broken appliances. We bring 3-person crews for most basement jobs to keep the carry-up moving fast.
Basement Cleanout Scope
| Item | What to Expect |
|---|---|
Basement corner or partial One area or room of the basement. Half truck of stuff. | Under 2 hours, 2-person crew, one carry route |
Full unfinished basement Whole unfinished basement. Full truck. | 2 to 4 hours, 3-person crew, repeated stair trips |
Full finished basement Whole finished basement with furniture and built-ins. | Half day or more, 3-person crew, furniture disassembly likely |
Quoted after we see the stairs. The carry is built into the job, not added on the day.
Want the full picture? See basement cleanouts in Pittsburgh for what's included, how the day goes, and the areas we cover.
What's Included
- 3-person crew for most basement jobs
- Stairs already built into the price
- Labor, truck, fuel, disposal
- Donation routing
- Floor sweep at the end
What Affects the Price
Example: a basement with tight stairs
A full unfinished basement with 25 years of boxes, old couches, a broken washer, a dehumidifier, and shelving. Narrow stairs with a turn mean a 3-person relay. Expect about 90 minutes, quoted before anyone starts.
Basement Cleanout Pricing FAQs
Do you charge extra for basement stairs?
No, the stairs surcharge is already built into our basement pricing. The price range you see here is what you pay. No surprise fees on job day.
What if my basement has water damage or mold?
We still do the cleanout, but we wear respirators and use sealed bags for the moldy items. There is an additional charge for mold-safe disposal, quoted up front before we start. If the mold is severe, we'll refer you to a remediation company first.
Can you remove an old water heater or washer from my basement?
Yes. Old appliances are included in the basement cleanout price. We recycle the metal where possible. Gas water heaters need to be disconnected by a plumber first; electric water heaters we can handle ourselves.
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Garage Cleanout Pricing
Quoted on the call or on site. Hazardous items are flagged before we start, not after.
Full Truck Load
Full truck: about 15 cubic yards, 2 to 4 hours on site. Quoted after a walk-through.
Surcharge Schedule
Everything on this list is flagged at the walk-through and included in your quote before work starts.
Ready to Clear It Out?
Same-day service across Pittsburgh, 7 days a week. Free quote before any work starts. Call or text and we will give you an arrival window.