Clearing an entire house — for a sale, a move, a foreclosure, or a loved one's estate — is one of the biggest single jobs we do, and the volume almost always hides in the basement, attic, and garage. Here's how whole-house cleanouts are priced across NYC and Long Island in 2026.
Priced by volume
A whole-house cleanout is quoted by how much the crew removes and how much of the truck it fills. That's the fairest measure for a job where no two houses hold the same amount. See our junk removal cost guide for the per-load picture.
What drives the number
- How full the house is — the biggest factor by far.
- The hidden rooms — a basement, attic, and garage hold the most volume.
- Access — walk-ups, no driveway, and long carries add labor, especially in the city.
- Heavy or special items — pianos, safes, and hazardous materials.
Cleanout vs. estate vs. demolition
A whole-house cleanout removes the contents. An estate cleanout is the same haul with careful sorting after a loss. If you're clearing a house to gut and rebuild it, that's a demolition — and a cleanout usually comes first. We do all three, often on the same property.
What you get back
A broom-clean house ready for the closing or the next tenant, with donatable goods routed to donation and recyclables recycled — not everything to landfill.
Serving all five boroughs, Nassau and Suffolk. For a whole-house quote, call (718) 587-0156.
Outbuildings are usually part of a full property clearance; shed removal covers what happens to the structure once the contents are out.
Full clearances run the same way in every borough — see our Bronx page for local access, parking and scheduling.
Whole-house jobs in north Queens run through our Flushing crew.
Single appliances outside a cleanout are covered by our appliance removal service.
Belongings in a rented unit can be cleared the same day; see storage unit cleanouts.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a whole-house cleanout cost?
It's priced by volume — how much fills the truck. A lightly furnished home is a fraction of a load; a fully packed house with a basement, attic, and garage is several truckloads. Access, stairs, and heavy items adjust the number from there.
Is it the same as an estate cleanout?
The haul is similar, but an estate cleanout follows a death and needs careful sorting of keepsakes and documents. A whole-house cleanout is usually a move-out, sale prep, or foreclosure clear. We handle both.
Cleanout or demolition — which do I need?
A cleanout removes the contents; a demolition removes the structure or finishes. If you're clearing a house to sell it, you need a cleanout; if you're gutting it to rebuild, that's demolition. Often a cleanout comes first.
How long does clearing a whole house take?
Most homes are cleared in a day; a very full or multi-level house may take two. We bring enough crew to keep it to as few trips as possible.