Do you have furniture that you no longer need? Whether you’re moving to a new space, looking to spruce up your home decor, or trying to experience the benefits of minimalist living, getting rid of unwanted furniture can be a tedious and confusing process.

The route you take will depend on the amount of furniture you need to get rid of, its condition, and how quickly you want to get rid of it. Keep reading to discover our junk removal experts' guide with five effective methods that will help you disappear furniture you no longer need.

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1. Recycle or donate it

Donating or recycling your furniture is a quick and philanthropic way to get rid of lightly used furniture. Some organizations will allow you to schedule a pick-up time at your home, but those are the least of them. In most cases, they will require you to drop off large items at their donation center. We can help you with all the heavy lifting and transportation, so all you need to do is point and we will take care of the rest. Donation centers vary greatly from region to region, so make sure to look up the specifics for your local donation center. If you cannot find a local donation center, consider donating to local shelters or thrift stores.

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2. Leave it at the curb

If the furniture you hope to get rid of is not in good enough condition to donate, meaning it has major damage, rips, stains, holes, or odors, you may be thinking of putting it to the curb. Just remember that local garbage pickup services have rules and regulations on what can be picked up whether it’s a couch, bed, etc., (not to mention any potential fees or fines), so reach out to them before moving the heavy items outside of your home.

3. Take it to the landfill

If it turns out that your city, homeowners’ association, or community guidelines do not allow you to leave items outside for someone to pick up, you also have the option to take furniture directly to the landfill, recycling center, or scrap dealer. Be sure to contact the facility you wish to take your unwanted furniture to before arriving, to ensure they are prepared to accept the amount and types of furniture you're getting rid of.

Remember you can always rely on us, your expert junk removal team, to carry and dispose of your items according to local guidelines. This means: recycling the recyclables, donating the donatables, and disposing of the junk. We make sure your items are dealt with properly, without you even having to lift or move them around yourself! If you’re thinking about the impact of putting furniture into the landfill, you can learn more about this in our carbon footprint guide.

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4. Sell your furniture

For those who don’t need to get rid of their furniture right away, and have items in excellent condition, you may have an opportunity to make money off your unwanted items by selling them online. There are numerous free and easy-to-use services, such as social media platforms, community message boards, and classified advertisement websites, that will help you reach your desired audience.

An added benefit of selling online is that interested buyers will often drive right up to your home and haul away their purchases on their own. There is also always the age-old tradition of a yard/garage sale for getting rid of unwanted items. However, if you need your items gone right away or they are not in the best condition, selling may not be the best solution to dispose of old furniture.

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5. Hire a junk removal service

There are many benefits of using a junk removal service to get rid of unwanted furniture but the biggest one is they do all the work for you. The 1-800-GOT-JUNK? team will grab your heavy furniture items from your home and load them onto our trucks, you don’t even need to lift a finger!

You can also feel good knowing that all furniture picked up by 1-800-GOT-JUNK? that is capable of being recycled, reused, or reduced is brought to the proper processing facilities. If you are concerned about the cost of removing your unwanted items, 1-800-GOT-JUNK? will do a free no-obligation estimate. For more information about furniture removal, visit our furniture disposal page.

Dispose of Your Furniture with 1-800-GOT-JUNK?

When it comes to getting rid of unwanted furniture there are several different options you can explore: Donate It, Leave It At The Curb, Take It To The Landfill, Sell It Yourself, or Hire A Junk Removal Service. Finding the option that works best for you can be difficult and time-consuming, and will depend on many factors, including the condition of the items, the amount of furniture you need to get rid of, and how quickly you want to get rid of those items.

If you would rather leave furniture disposal to the professionals, we make it even easier, members get $40 off Junk Removal—book on the app or call 1-866-995-5865 with code TOWNSQ.

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