The big-brand way
- Call center, hold music, upsells
- "Arrival window" wastes your morning
- Price guessed on the phone, settled on site
- Donation routing is an afterthought
Junk removal · done by text We haul it.
We haul it.
You just text
a photo.
Curbside & garage pickup across the Twin Cities. Send a couple shots, get a firm quote back in hours, pick a window. No call center. No hold music.
Licensed & insured Donation-first disposal Locally owned since 2023
Dakota Valley Junk● Texting now · replies in hrs
Hey — got an old couch and a couple boxes to get rid of in Eagan 🛋️2:14 PM
Easy one. $85 flat for the couch + 2 boxes.
Tomorrow 9–11 AM work? We'll text when we're 20 min out.2:31 PM
Tomorrow 9–11 AM work? We'll text when we're 20 min out.2:31 PM
Perfect. Do I need to be home?2:33 PM
Nope — leave it curbside or in the garage. We send a photo when it's gone ✅2:34 PM
$85Minimum pickup
18Service categories
61Cities served
Since 2023Locally owned
Services
Built for the jobs people actually put off.
Curbside and garage focus keeps labor low — so savings go back to you. Tap a service for details and local pricing.
Junk pickup Affordable curbside and garage junk pickup across Minnesota From $85 Furniture removal Furniture removal — sofas, beds, dressers, sectionals, office From $85 Appliance recycling Appliance removal and certified recycling across Minnesota From $85 Garage cleanout Garage cleanout pickup — boxes, clutter, bulky items, fast load From $255 Yard and storm debris Yard waste, brush, branches, storm debris, and fence removal From $85 Dumpster and trailer rental Short-term dumpster and trailer drop for DIY loading By quote
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Mattress removal From $100 Hot tub removal By quote Scrap metal removal From $85 Electronics removal From $85 Hoarder cleanout By quote Estate cleanout From $255 Attic cleanout From $85 Basement cleanout From $255 Fence removal From $85 Shed removal By quote Single-item pickup From $85 Light demolition By quote
What it costs
Straightforward, two-part pricing.
Volume-based pricing for junk and cleanouts, plus flat rates on common recyclables. Text photos for a firm number.
Junk & cleanout loads — from $85
Single item from $85 one bulky item like a couch, dresser, or table, curbside or from the garage. Pickup-bed load $85 – $170 a few items that fit in a 5-ft pickup bed. Van load $255 – $550 about the size of a delivery van — a room or two, or roughly half a garage. Full load up to $750 a packed box-truck load: about 1–2 bedrooms or a full garage cleanout.
Common items — flat rates, priced individually (no load minimum)Appliances, electronics, and tires are recycled, not dumped.
- Mattressfrom $100
- Refrigeratorfrom $100
- Freezerfrom $60
- Mini fridge$45
- TVfrom $50
- Tires$30 each
What changes the price?
VolumeHow much of the truck a load fills is the biggest factor for loads.
Heavy materialsConcrete, dirt, brick, and shingles are charged by weight and dump fees.
Stairs & carry distanceLong carries, tight access, and multiple flights add labor time.
Specialty disposalAppliances with refrigerant, mattresses, and e-waste have certified recycling fees.
Get your quote
Send it once. Get a window back.
Curbside pickups start at $85. Final price based on volume. Fastest path: text photos to (952) 232-5107.
Reviews
Verified reviews coming soon.
We're a locally owned crew that started in 2023 and we're gathering verified Google reviews now. Want to be one of the first? Text a photo for a quote — we'll take great care of you.
Before & after
From buried to broom-clean.
Drag the slider on each job to see the difference. (Illustrated previews — real job photos coming soon.)
Why text, not call
The 30-second difference.
The Dakota Valley way
- Text a photo — no call, no salesperson
- Pick a real window that fits your day
- Firm quote from the photo, in writing
- Sorted for donation, recycling, compost — not dumped
Where your junk goes
Donated, recycled, composted — not dumped.
Every load gets sorted by destination instead of heading to a landfill. Tell the crew which items are donation candidates and they route them with the rest.
Donated
Usable furniture and household goods go to Bridging, Arc’s Value Village, and Savers.
Recycled
Metal to certified recyclers, electronics to R2-certified e-waste facilities, mattresses to certified Minnesota mattress recycling.
Composted
Brush, branches, and compostable yard material routed to certified compost facilities.
The hard stuff
The heavy, awkward items most haulers refuse.
If it's bulky, heavy, or a pain to break down, it's exactly what we're set up for. Text a photo and we'll quote it.
Service areas
One statewide brand, local routes that make sense.
Dakota Valley serves all Minnesota cities and counties with route-aware scheduling and practical curbside or garage pickup.
View all 61 Minnesota cities
Apple ValleyAlbert LeaAlexandriaAustinBemidjiBloomingtonBrainerdBurnsvilleDuluthEaganEden PrairieEdinaFaribaultFarmingtonFergus FallsHastingsHopkinsHutchinsonInver Grove HeightsLakevilleMankatoMaple GroveMaplewoodMarshallMinneapolisMinnetonkaMoorheadNew UlmNorthfieldOwatonnaPlymouthRed WingRichfieldRochesterRosemountRosevilleShoreviewSt. CloudSt. Louis ParkSt. PaulWhite Bear LakeWillmarWinonaWoodburyBrooklyn ParkBlaineCoon RapidsShakopeeCottage GroveAndoverSavagePrior LakeChaskaOakdaleChanhassenElk RiverChamplinLino LakesForest LakeStillwaterAnoka
How it works
Three steps from clutter to clear.
Text photos
Send a few shots of the items + your city or county.
Confirm quote
Crew sends a firm quote and a pickup window via text.
We haul
Stage items curbside or in the garage. Crew arrives, loads, sweeps.
About Dakota Valley
Twin Cities-grown since 2023.
Dakota Valley Junk Removal started in 2023 with one truck serving Uptown Minneapolis and Highland Park St. Paul. The routes now reach the full metro and beyond, but the principles haven't changed: honest pricing, exceptional service, and environmental responsibility.
Donation partners include Bridging, Arc's Value Village, and Savers. Loads are sorted for donation, recycling, and compost through Hennepin, Ramsey, and Dakota County programs instead of heading straight to a landfill.
Locally-owned. The team lives in the same communities it serves — from Edina to Eagan to Northeast Minneapolis. Every job gets the same care, whether it's a Kenwood mansion or a Frogtown bungalow.
7 days
Open every week, 8 AM – 9 PM
$0
Hidden fees — what we quote is what you pay
100%
Firm quotes from photos, in writing
Guides
Know before you throw.
What things cost, where they're allowed to go, and how to plan a cleanout — from the disposal rules we work with every day.
FAQ
Quick answers before someone texts.
What is the minimum pickup price?
The minimum pickup price is $85 for eligible curbside or garage pickup. Final pricing depends on volume, weight, dump fees, and specialty disposal.
Why text instead of calling?
A photo tells us more than a phone call ever could. Text a few shots and the crew sends a firm quote and a pickup window — no phone tag, no salesperson, no waiting on hold.
Do you serve my city or county?
Yes. Dakota Valley is set up for all Minnesota cities and counties, with route-aware scheduling based on your location.
When is the soonest you can pick up?
Most pickups are scheduled about two business days out so the crew arrives with the right equipment. Same-day jobs are sometimes available based on crew capacity — text to check.
Do I need to be home during the pickup?
No — as long as the items are accessible at the curb or in the garage. The crew calls before arrival and sends a confirmation photo when the job is complete.
What items do you remove?
Furniture, appliances, mattresses, yard waste, construction debris, exercise equipment, office furniture, and general household items. Larger jobs like hot tubs and estate cleanouts are quoted by request — send photos to start.
What items do you NOT accept?
For safety and legal reasons, hazardous waste (paint, chemicals, pesticides, motor oil), medical waste, asbestos, biological waste, and explosives. If unsure about an item, text a photo first.
Do you recycle or donate items?
Yes. Furniture in good condition goes to Bridging, Arc's Value Village, and Savers. Electronics go to R2-certified recyclers. Mattresses are recycled at certified Minnesota facilities, and compostable yard material goes to certified compost sites.
How long does junk removal take?
Most residential pickups take 30–90 minutes depending on volume. Full estate cleanouts may take 2–4 hours. The crew works efficiently and never rushes — the property is left clean.