Originally Posted by
Atdma
Burly has a great approach to pricing. Also you need a min. charge in ma. I charge min. $75 you will be surprised how many people will pay $75 to dispose of a love seat . I get $100 for a couch . Also I have a 10 yard dump trailer I charge $275 to drop and they fill , then I haul . Usually under 1ton so I pay $75 dump fee . I make $200 to drive an hour . If I do junk removal me loading I get $200 half trailer and $375 whole trailer . Sometimes I do a whole trailer and the strap a couch on top extra $100 so si suggest this site
https://zenrepublic.agency/. Burly is right you must look professional and don't barter for junk . You are going to get it anyway so get paid . Never back off on your prices esp. If you feel like it is reasonable . Also a lot of my single item pickups go straight to goodwill dump charge $0 . Check out my setup and my website which is a must for junk removal . The more reputable you look the more you can charge . The look of success sells . The customer that doesn't care is a customer you don't want .
Your pricing seems reasonable, especially considering the transfer station rates. Doubling the charges for the weight-based fees makes sense to cover your time, labor, and transportation costs. For items like mattresses, couches, and chairs, your pricing looks fair and aligns well with what others might charge for similar services. However, for TVs, since you don't have a charge listed, you might want to consider a small fee—perhaps $5 to $10—depending on the size and weight. As for sheds, you could charge based on the size and complexity of the job. Maybe start with a base fee of $50-$100, depending on the shed's condition and how difficult it is to dismantle and haul away. Overall, I think your pricing is on the right track, but you might want to adjust slightly based on how much time and effort each job typically takes. It's also a good idea to be flexible and adjust as you get more experience and feedback from customers.
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