Getting a junk removal quote should not feel like buying a car. We made it simple. Call us, text us, or fill out the form on this page, and you will have a flat-rate price within minutes during business hours. No hard sell, no email drip campaigns, no awkward in-home pitch. Just a clear number and a fast pickup window.
Reach Us Now
- Phone and Text: (909) 561-0437
- Hours: Monday through Sunday, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Service Area: Fontana and the entire Inland Empire (full city list below)
- Headquarters: Fontana, CA 92336
Three Ways to Get a Quote
We respect your time, so we built three ways to reach us. Pick whichever is easiest.
1. Send Photos by Text
Texting photos to (909) 561-0437 is the single fastest way to lock in an accurate quote. Snap a picture of the pile, the room, the appliance, the hot tub, or the shed, and send it over. Within minutes (during business hours) you will get a flat-rate price back. If we need a clarifying photo, we will ask. No back and forth, no surprise upcharges later.
2. Call Us
Prefer to talk? Call (909) 561-0437. Most calls are answered live. If we miss you (we are probably on a job loading something heavy), leave a voicemail or send a quick text and we will get right back to you. We answer calls seven days a week from 8 AM to 8 PM.
3. Use the Form on This Page
Fill out the form above with your name, contact info, city, and a quick description of what needs to go. Add photos if you have them. We respond by text or phone within minutes during business hours and within the next morning for evening submissions.
What to Expect When You Reach Out
Our quoting process is genuinely quick. Here is the full sequence so you know what is coming.
- You make contact. Phone, text, or form. Photos are encouraged but not required.
- We ask one or two clarifying questions. Things like "Is there stair access?" or "Roughly what is the size of that hot tub in feet?" If you do not know, that is fine, ballpark answers work.
- We give you a flat-rate quote. That number includes everything: labor, truck, fuel, dump fees, recycling fees, and tax.
- You choose a pickup window. Same-day for most calls before noon, next-day if our schedule is full, or any future date that works for you.
- We confirm the appointment. You get a text confirming the window, and another "we are 30 minutes out" text on the way.
- We arrive, load, sweep, and leave. Payment is collected once you confirm the area looks the way you wanted.
That is the entire process. No deposits, no contracts, no hidden anything.
How to Get the Most Accurate Quote Possible
A great quote starts with great information. The more clearly we can see what we are picking up, the more accurate the price. A few tips:
Take Wide Photos and Close-Up Photos
A wide shot showing the whole pile or room helps us estimate volume (which is how junk removal is priced). A close-up of any heavy or unusual item helps us plan equipment. For hot tubs, we want a shot from far enough back to see the size, plus one of the access path from the tub to the street.
Mention Access Considerations
Stairs, narrow gates, second-floor balconies, gravel driveways, gated communities with restrictive hours, HOA loading zones, dumpster pad access in commercial properties, all of these affect labor. They do not always affect price, but mentioning them up front means no surprises onsite.
Tell Us About Anything That Is Fragile or Sensitive
Estate cleanouts often include items the family wants to set aside. Hoarding situations may have valuables buried in the pile. Office cleanouts may include hard drives or documents that need to be shredded rather than tossed. Whatever the sensitivity, tell us, and we will plan accordingly.
Be Honest About Hazardous Items
We cannot take wet paint, motor oil, gasoline, propane tanks, fluorescent tubes in some cases, or asbestos. If any of those are in the mix, let us know. We can usually point you to the right local hazardous waste drop-off and still take everything else.
Where We Pick Up
Empire Junk Pick Up serves nearly every city in the Inland Empire and a few neighboring areas. If your city is not on this list, call anyway. We frequently extend our radius for larger jobs.
San Bernardino County Service Area
Fontana, Rancho Cucamonga, Ontario, Rialto, Colton, San Bernardino, Redlands, Highland, Loma Linda, Yucaipa, Upland, Montclair, Bloomington, Grand Terrace, Chino, Chino Hills, Mentone, and the foothill communities along the 210 corridor.
Riverside County Service Area
Riverside, Moreno Valley, Corona, Eastvale, Jurupa Valley, Norco, Mira Loma, Glen Avon, Sunnyslope, Pedley, Rubidoux, and parts of Beaumont and Banning depending on the job.
Eastern Los Angeles County (Case by Case)
Pomona, Claremont, La Verne, San Dimas, and Diamond Bar. Distance affects scheduling, but we can usually accommodate jobs in these neighboring cities, especially when bundled with an Inland Empire route day.
Mountain Communities (Special Scheduling)
Lake Arrowhead, Crestline, Running Springs, Big Bear (case by case). Mountain pickups require a longer scheduling window because of road conditions, weather, and dump access. Call for availability.
Common Reasons People Call Us
Not sure if your situation is something we handle? Here are the most common reasons Inland Empire residents and businesses reach out.
- Spring cleaning that produced more "donation" than the donation truck could handle
- A new appliance arriving tomorrow and the old one needs to be gone today
- A backyard demolition project that left a pile of shed boards or fence panels
- An estate cleanout after a parent's transition into assisted living or a passing
- A foreclosure that needs to be cleared before listing
- A tenant move-out that left more behind than expected
- A remodel that produced demo debris the contractor would not haul
- A garage that hit critical mass and finally has to be tackled
- A hot tub that quit working and needs to be removed before the patio can be redone
- A piano nobody plays anymore and that nobody wants to lift
If your situation looks even a little like one of those, give us a call.
Preparing for Your Pickup
A little prep goes a long way toward making the appointment fast and stress-free. None of these are required, but each one helps.
Move Items Toward Easy Access (Optional)
If you are physically able and you want to keep the appointment short, gathering items into one staging area (driveway, garage, side yard, or curb) before we arrive shaves time off the visit. This is genuinely optional. Our crew is happy to walk through your home, attic, basement, or yard to retrieve items wherever they are.
Sort Items You Want to Keep
For estate cleanouts, garage cleanouts, or any larger job, set aside anything you want to keep. A clear "do not take" pile prevents the awkward "wait, that was supposed to stay" moment. We confirm before loading anything that looks ambiguous, but a labeled pile is faster than verbal confirmation on every item.
Identify Hazardous Materials in Advance
If your pile may contain wet paint, motor oil, gasoline, propane tanks, pesticides, household chemicals, or asbestos-containing materials, set those aside and tell us in advance. We cannot take them, but we can usually point you to the local hazardous waste drop-off that can.
Park Cars to Free Up the Driveway
Loading is fastest when our truck can pull into the driveway right next to the items. Move cars out front, out of the garage, or onto the street so we have working space.
Have Payment Ready
We collect payment after the job is complete, but having your preferred payment method ready (card, cash, Zelle, Venmo, CashApp) makes the wrap-up smoother.
Tell Us About Pets
If you have a friendly dog who will get out the moment a side gate opens, tell us in advance so we can keep the gate closed and walk the long way around. Same goes for cats who will dart through any open door.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fastest way to get a junk removal quote?
The fastest way to get a junk removal quote from Empire Junk Pick Up is to text photos of the items to (909) 561-0437. Most quotes go out within 10 minutes during our business hours, which run from 8 AM to 8 PM seven days a week.
Can I book a pickup for the same day I call?
Yes, in most cases. Same-day pickups are available across our core Inland Empire service area when you call before noon. Even later calls often get same-day or next-morning service depending on our route schedule.
Do you charge to come out and give an estimate?
No. All estimates are free, whether you get them by phone, by text, or with an on-site visit. There is no obligation to book the job.
Do I have to be present during the pickup?
You do not have to be home as long as the items are accessible from the driveway, curb, side yard, or another unlocked area, and we have arranged payment in advance. Many customers leave items out and confirm completion through a photo we text once the job is done.
What if I have more items than I originally told you?
That is no problem. We will quote you the new total before lifting another finger. You decide whether to add the extra items or leave them. There is never any pressure to expand the job once we are onsite.
Is there a minimum charge?
There is a minimum that covers our travel, labor, and disposal cost, even for a single small item. Send a photo to (909) 561-0437 and we will quote it on the spot. For most single bulky items, the minimum lands in the typical single-item range used industry-wide in California.
Do you accept credit cards?
Yes. We accept all major credit and debit cards, plus cash,
Can you provide a receipt for tax purposes?
Yes. We can email a receipt for any pickup, which is useful for landlords, property managers, contractors, and anyone deducting the cost as a business expense. Just request one when we wrap up.
What hours do you answer the phone?
We answer the phone seven days a week from 8 AM to 8 PM, including most holidays. After hours, you can text (909) 561-0437 or fill out the form on this page, and we will respond first thing in the morning.
Do you do commercial junk removal?
Yes. We work with property managers, real estate agents, contractors, retail stores, restaurants, and offices throughout the Inland Empire. Recurring schedules and large-volume pricing are available; just call to discuss your situation.