Basement Cleanout Checklist for Toronto Homeowners

Toronto basements fill up fast: old furniture, sports gear, renovation leftovers, and boxes you planned to deal with later. A basement cleanout does not have to take all summer. Use this checklist, then decide what you haul yourself versus what Junk 'Of' Urs should take.

Step 1: walk through with three piles

Label zones for keep, donate or sell, and haul. Work one wall at a time so you do not reshuffle the same junk for hours. Tape on the floor works if the basement is packed.

Step 2: flag heavy and awkward items early

Tell your hauler about old sofas, mattresses, gym equipment, appliances, and renovation debris such as drywall, wood, or tile. Photos of the full pile plus the staircase help us quote accurately for East York, Scarborough, North York, and downtown walk-ups.

Step 3: stage near the exit when you can

If items are already near the bulkhead or garage door, the job is faster and your quote stays cleaner. Curbside or driveway-ready junk is 10% off, and the discount never goes below the price floor.

Step 4: know the usual price shape

Basement jobs are priced by truck volume, not by the hour. A small corner often runs $179 to $469. A packed basement can reach $629 for a three-quarter load or $739 for a full truck. Each extra full load is $650. A mattress is $99. A fridge is $149 plus $30 for refrigerant. Quote confirmed from photos.

Step 5: book when you are ready

Send photos Monday to Saturday with your neighbourhood on the quote form. Same-day pickup is available when a truck has space. Start at junkofurs.com/quote or book at junkofurs.com/book.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a basement cleanout cost in Toronto?

Small basement corners run $179 to $469. A three-quarter load is $629. A full packed basement is $739, and each extra full load is $650. Quote confirmed from photos.

Can you work in tight basement stairs?

Yes. Photos of stairs and doorways help us plan crew size. Stairs on a load are $50 to $100 extra per flight. A basement carry-out is $75 to $150 extra on a load. Quote confirmed from photos.