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Junk Pickup in Gilroy, CA
One couch, an old mattress, a dead fridge or a few things in the garage. Junk Gone picks up single items and small loads all over Gilroy. Gilroy is home base, and we carry it out from wherever it sits.
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Bronze, Best Junk Removal, Best of Gilroy 2026 (Gilroy Dispatch)
Junk Gone does junk pickup in Gilroy for the jobs that are too small for a full cleanout and too big for your car: one piece of furniture, a mattress set, an appliance, or a handful of items from the garage, backyard or side yard. Text a photo to (408) 310-0246 and you get a free estimate before anything is loaded.
Clearing out a whole house, garage or rental? See our full Gilroy junk removal page.
Mention our website for up to $50 off.
Discount applies at Junk Gone’s discretion; every job is different, and the final price is confirmed after we see the items.
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What can we pick up in Gilroy?
- Couches, sectionals and recliners
- Mattresses and box springs
- Fridges, freezers, washers and dryers
- TVs, computers and other e-waste
- Dressers, tables, desks and bed frames
- Treadmills, bikes and gym equipment
- BBQ grills and patio furniture (propane tanks removed)
- Pool tables and hot tubs
- Bagged junk, boxes and garage clutter
- Yard debris and old fencing
We pick up from the curb, driveway, garage, backyard, side yard, upstairs bedrooms and apartments. Need help with something bigger, like a piano or a hot tub? We do those too.
Junk Gone vs. Recology's free bulky item pickup in Gilroy
Gilroy residents with Recology South Valley cart service get two free curbside bulky item collections per calendar year. If your items fit the rules and you can get them to the curb, use them. Call Recology at 408.842.3358 to schedule. Junk Gone is a private company and isn’t part of Recology.
Call us when you’ve used both pickups, the item is too big or heavy for one person, it’s still inside, you have more than the program allows, or it’s on the not-accepted list.
| Recology bulky item pickup (Gilroy) | Junk Gone pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Two free collections per calendar year. Extra collections cost a fee. Unused pickups don't roll over. | Flat-rate price, free estimate first |
| Who can use it | Residential cart customers in the City of Gilroy with a current account. Apartments: the owner or manager schedules. | Homes, apartments, landlords, realtors, businesses, and addresses outside city limits |
| What one pickup takes | Either up to 12 bagged or boxed 32-gallon bags (about 2 cubic yards), or 2 items like appliances, furniture or e-waste. A mattress and box spring set counts as 1. | No item limit |
| Size and weight | Each item under 6 feet, under 200 lbs, and manageable by one person | Big and heavy items are fine. We bring the crew. |
| Scheduling | Call 408.842.3358. Items must be at the curb by 6 a.m. on your pickup day. | Call or text. Same-day or next-day pickup when we have an opening. |
| Where items go | At the curb | We carry items out from inside, the garage or the yard |
| Not taken | Liquids, dirt, rock, concrete, asphalt, hazardous waste, large mirrors or glass, auto parts, tires, stumps, large limbs, treated wood, construction debris | Construction debris, tires, stumps and heavy items are fine. Items with their own disposal fees are listed on your quote. We never haul hazardous waste. |
City program details from Recology South Valley: Gilroy Bulky Items, checked October 28, 2026. Recology can change its program, so call them before you set anything out.
How junk pickup in Gilroy works
- Text a photoSend a picture of the item and where it is.
- Get your priceA free, flat-rate estimate before we load anything.
- Pick a timeChoose a day and time window that works for you.
- We haul it awayWe load it, sweep up, and donate or recycle what we can.
Gilroy neighborhoods we cover
- Downtown Gilroy
- Eagle Ridge
- Glen Loma Ranch
- Hecker Pass
- Las Animas
- Carnadero
Nearby cities:
Recology’s free curbside program is for City of Gilroy residential customers. If you’re in unincorporated areas like Carnadero, check with Recology South Valley. We cover those addresses either way.
Need more than a pickup?
- Gilroy junk removal for full cleanouts and bigger loads
- Furniture removal, mattress removal and appliance removal
- San Jose junk pickup and Morgan Hill junk pickup
- How much junk removal costs
- Dropping things off yourself? See our Gilroy donation guide
Gilroy junk pickup FAQs
How much does junk pickup cost in Gilroy?
It depends on the item, its size and weight, and where it is. Text a photo to (408) 310-0246 and we'll give you a free, flat-rate estimate before we load anything. See our cost guide for national price ranges.
Do you pick up just one item?
Yes. Single items like one couch, one mattress or one fridge are a big part of what we do in Gilroy.
Do I have to put my junk at the curb?
No. We carry items out from inside your home, garage, backyard or apartment.
Can you pick up today?
Often, yes. Same-day pickup depends on what openings we have, so call or text early in the day.
Does Recology pick up bulky items in Gilroy for free?
Yes, for residential cart customers in the City of Gilroy: two free curbside collections per calendar year. Each one is either up to 12 bags or 2 items like furniture or appliances. Call Recology South Valley at 408.842.3358 to schedule.
What won't you pick up?
We never haul hazardous materials such as paint, solvents, fuel, propane tanks, pesticides or asbestos.
How can I pay?
Zelle, Apple Pay, Venmo, cash or card. Card payments include a 3.75% processing fee.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Junk Gone is licensed and insured.
Prefer a form? Request a pickup time
Calling or texting is fastest. If you’d rather fill out a form, pick a day and a time window, tell us what’s going, and add a photo if you can. This sends a request, not a confirmed booking. We’ll call or text to confirm the time and your price.
Ways to pay
- Zelle
- Apple Pay
- Venmo
- Cash
- Card
No payment is needed to request a time. Card payments include a 3.75% processing fee.
Ready for your Gilroy junk pickup?
Call or text (408) 310-0246 with a photo for a free estimate.