How much do junk removal companies make?
See what drives revenue, simple day math, and ways to raise your average ticket while keeping margin.
It depends on jobs and routes.
Tight days make more. Long drives make less.
revenue drivers
- job size (single item vs full load)
- travel time and dump time
- add-ons (stairs, bagging, rush)
- reviews and replies (more bookings)
sample day math
- 3 tight jobs: steady day for solos
- 5 jobs, mixed loads: strong day
- 8 short curbside jobs: great hourly if routes are tight
- track hours, drive time, and dump time for each day
monthly targets (simple)
- set a weekly job goal
- aim for higher average ticket with bundles
- build two “hot zones” where you book often
add-on revenue
- bagging and light demo
- appliance or mattress add fees
- cleanouts and stairs
- reuse or resale when allowed
keep the margin
- set a price floor
- charge for long walks and heavy items
- use two-hour windows, not open days
- avoid free long quotes far away
faqs (people also ask)
- what is average monthly revenue?
it varies by jobs and routes. tight days earn more. - how many jobs per week is good?
15–30 solid jobs is a strong week for a small crew. - can you do this part-time?
yes. weekends work. pick small, local jobs. - what is the difference between revenue and profit?
profit is what is left after all costs.
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