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Eviction Cleanout in Ontario

For landlords and property managers turning over a unit — we clear whatever the previous tenant left behind, document with photos, and turn the unit around fast.

Typical: $299 – $1,499 per unit depending on size and contents
Typical turnaround: 1–3 days · often same-day rush for time-sensitive turnovers
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Donate & recycle first
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What Ontario eviction pros take

  • Furniture and mattresses left in unit
  • Kitchen contents, appliances, food waste
  • Trash bags and loose debris
  • Yard and balcony junk
  • Storage locker contents
  • Photo documentation for LTB filings
  • Itemized receipts for legal and insurance

Eviction Cleanout in Ontario — the full picture

Eviction and unit-turnover cleanouts are a landlord-facing specialty within Ontario junk removal. The stakes are practical: every day the unit sits empty costs rent, and every day the previous tenant's belongings sit in the unit is a day the new tenant can't move in. Our Ontario eviction cleanout pros run these jobs efficiently — walkthrough, photo documentation, full clearance in a single visit, and a broom-swept unit ready for painters and cleaners. The photo documentation is often the most important part: for LTB filings, insurance claims, and abandoned-property procedures, having a clear before/after record protects you legally. Rush service is available when you have a new tenant moving in the same week.

How eviction cleanout works

Request a quote with the unit address, size, and rough condition (photos help). The pro confirms an arrival window and legal-access status, walks through on site, documents with photos, clears the unit, and provides an itemized invoice with photo documentation within 24 hours.

What affects the price

Ontario junk removal quotes come down to five things: truck volume (how much space your load takes up in a standard 15–20 cubic-yard truck), weight (concrete, dirt, tile, and shingles are priced by the tonne on top of volume), item type (fridges, freezers, hot tubs, and pianos carry surcharges because of special disposal or crew requirements), access (walk-outs, stairs, elevator bookings, long carries, and tight laneways add crew time), and municipal tipping fees at the receiving facility. Two identical couches can quote differently depending on whether you're in a highrise condo with a service elevator, a detached with a paved driveway, or a rural laneway 30 minutes off the highway — access matters more than most people expect.

As a rough guide for Ontario in 2026: single-item pickups (one mattress, one couch, one appliance) run $95–$220. A quarter-truck load (roughly a small bedroom) is typically $250–$400. A half-truck load (a garage or small basement) sits around $400–$700. A full truck (a full basement, a small estate cleanout, or a heavy renovation load) runs $650–$1,100. Whole-home estate cleanouts and hoarding jobs are quoted after a walkthrough and usually land between $1,500 and $5,000+ depending on the volume and the condition of the space. The quotes you receive through us will always be itemized so you can see exactly what you're paying for.

Specific to eviction cleanout
  • Unit size: bachelor, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, or full house.
  • Contents volume: light (a few pieces) vs full-unit worth of furniture and belongings.
  • Condition: normal wear vs biohazard/PPE required.
  • Rush timeline: standard 1–3 days vs same-day.
  • Multi-unit bulk pricing for property managers with several turnovers.

How to prepare for pickup

A few minutes of prep can shave time (and dollars) off the final quote.

  • Confirm legal right to enter before scheduling the cleanout.
  • Note anything you specifically want documented (damage, hazards, valuable items).
  • Have the unit accessible (keys, entry code, or someone on site).
  • Let the pro know about biohazards up front.

Typical eviction pickup scenarios

  • Standard unit turnover after a tenant moves out and leaves belongings behind.
  • Post-eviction cleanout for a unit that hasn't been maintained.
  • Hoarding-condition unit turnover coordinated with LTB filings.
  • Multi-unit apartment building turnover — several suites in a single day.

How disposal and recycling work

Everything gets sorted on the truck: usable items to donation, appliances to metal recycling, e-waste to OES-approved recyclers, and the rest to a licensed transfer station. Photo documentation of every room (before and after) is standard for LTB and insurance purposes.

Ontario junk haulers are required to dispose of what they collect at licensed transfer stations, recycling depots, and municipal landfills — not in ravines, alleys, or someone else's dumpster. The pros in our network divert as much as possible before landfill: usable furniture and housewares go to Furniture Bank, Habitat ReStore, and local shelters; scrap metal, appliances, and BBQs go to certified metal recyclers; electronics are processed through Ontario Electronic Stewardship (OES) approved recyclers; mattresses head to mattress recycling programs where available; wood and drywall get sorted at construction-waste facilities. Typical diversion rates on a mixed household load run 30–70% depending on condition.

Step-by-step: what to expect

  1. 1
    Tell us what you need gone
    Fill in the 60-second form or call the number at the top of the page. Describe the items, share a photo if it helps, and pick a preferred pickup window. The more detail (approximate volume, stairs, parking) the more accurate the quotes will be.
  2. 2
    Get matched with local pros
    We share your request with two or three vetted, insured junk removal providers who actually cover your address and can do the job in your timeframe. You never get spammed by 15 companies — just a short list.
  3. 3
    Compare free quotes
    You'll get quotes back by phone, text, or email — usually within an hour or two during business hours — with a clear price for the volume, item type, and disposal. Ask each pro anything you like: crew size, truck size, insurance, recycling rate.
  4. 4
    Pick the pro you like
    No pressure, no obligation, and no fee to you. Book directly with whichever provider gives you the best combination of price, timing, and reviews. If none of the quotes work, you're free to walk away.
  5. 5
    Pickup day
    The pro shows up in the arranged window, does a final walkthrough, hauls everything, sweeps up, and settles payment. Reusable items go to donation, recyclables to the right stream, and only what's left goes to a licensed transfer station.

Eviction Cleanout — common questions

Do you provide receipts for Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) filings?
Yes — itemized invoices with photos, standard within 24 hours of the job. These are commonly accepted in LTB proceedings for tenant-caused damage or abandoned property claims. Mention 'LTB filing' when you book so the crew documents accordingly.
How fast can you turn around a unit?
Standard turnaround is 1–3 days from your first call. Rush service (same-day or next-morning) is available when you have a new tenant moving in imminently — the fee is 15–25% more.
Do you handle biohazard or heavily-soiled units?
Yes — units with biohazards (bodily fluids, needles, extreme filth) get PPE protocols and specialized disposal. Some cases need a specialty cleanup company; the pro will refer if the situation is beyond standard cleanout scope.
Can I have the cleanout done before I regain legal possession?
No — the crew can only enter a unit that the landlord has legal right to access (post-eviction, post-move-out, or with tenant consent). The pro will confirm this at the walkthrough.
What if the previous tenant left something valuable?
Ontario landlord law requires abandoned property to be handled per specific rules — usually held for a period and sold if unclaimed. The pro sets aside anything of obvious value and lets you know so you can follow proper procedure. Nothing valuable gets tossed sight-unseen.
Do you handle multi-unit buildings?
Yes — apartment building managers and multi-property landlords often book multiple unit turnovers in a single scheduling window. Bulk pricing applies.
What about balcony junk and outdoor storage?
Included in a standard unit cleanout at no extra charge. Balconies, patios, and outdoor storage lockers get cleared as part of the unit.
Can you sweep the unit after the cleanout?
Yes — broom-swept finish is standard. Deep cleaning, painting, or repairs are separate services and can be coordinated through partner companies.
How much does junk removal cost in Ontario?
Ontario junk removal is priced by volume (how much of a 15–20 cubic-yard truck your load fills), by weight for heavy debris like concrete and shingles, or per item for single-item pickups. Most single-room clean-ups fall between $200 and $600, while whole-home or estate cleanouts range from $1,500 to $5,000+. When you use our free matching service you get 2–3 comparable quotes from local providers so you can see the honest market rate for your specific job.
Is junk removal cheaper than renting a bin?
For most single-day jobs, yes. A driveway bin rental in Ontario runs $350–$700 for a small 10-yard bin (delivery, 7-day rental, and tipping fees included), and you still load it yourself. A full-service junk pickup usually beats that once you factor in your time, muscle, and the risk of overloading fees or missed pickup dates. Bins make sense mainly for multi-day demolition or renovation work where you want to load at your own pace.
Do I have to be home for the pickup?
No — many pros will do curbside, garage, or backyard pickups if you leave the items accessible and settle payment by e-transfer or over the phone after they send you before/after photos. Just make sure whatever you want gone is clearly separated from anything that stays, and let them know about any building access requirements ahead of time.
How fast can someone come?
For single items and small loads, same-day or next-day is common if you book in the morning. Larger cleanouts (basement, garage, estate) are usually 2–5 business days out. Weekend and evening slots book up fastest — weekday mornings are the easiest to grab last-minute. If you have a hard deadline (closing date, move-out, tribunal), tell the pros up front and they'll usually move things around.
What can't Ontario junk removal companies take?
Ontario haulers can't legally accept hazardous waste (paint, solvents, motor oil, propane tanks, pool chemicals), asbestos, medical or biohazard waste, ammunition, or nuclear/radioactive materials. Those need municipal Household Hazardous Waste depots or a licensed abatement contractor. Everything else — furniture, appliances, e-waste, yard waste, construction debris, tires (small extra fee), even hot tubs and pianos — is fair game.
Are the providers insured and licensed?
Every provider we match you with carries commercial general liability insurance (typically $2M+) and WSIB coverage — meaning your home and their crew are protected if anything goes wrong on site. Ontario junk removal doesn't require a provincial license, but the pros in our network are established businesses with real trucks, real crews, and reviews you can check.

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Garage Cleanout
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$499 – $1,299 for a typical basement
Estate Cleanout
$1,499 – $4,999 depending on home size and contents
Hoarding Cleanup
Quoted after on-site walkthrough — typically $2,000 – $10,000+

Popular eviction pickup routes

The busiest markets for eviction cleanout in our network are eviction removal in Toronto, eviction removal in Ottawa, eviction removal in Hamilton, eviction removal in Mississauga, eviction removal in Brampton, and eviction removal in London. Every one of the 15 Ontario cities we cover has local pros ready to quote — browse the full city directory or start with a free quote.

Booking a eviction pickup often gets bundled with related jobs like garage cleanout, basement cleanout, estate cleanout, and hoarding cleanup — one truck, one trip, one quote.

Also common on the same visit: mattress removal, couch & sofa removal, and appliance removal. See every option on the services overview.

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