Nashville Junk Removal | Veteran-Owned, Ethical Disposal | Southern Solution
Nashville • Middle Tennessee

Finally get your space back.

You've been meaning to deal with it for months — that garage, basement, or guest room full of stuff that isn't quite trash but definitely isn't staying. We'll haul it out in a single visit. Then we sort it: donation first, recycling second, landfill last.

Veteran-owned Licensed & insured Owner-operated Upfront, flat-rate pricing
Veteran-Owned
Licensed & Insured
Same / Next-Day Available
Flat-Rate, No Surprises
Donation-First Disposal
Why you're still staring at it

Clutter is heavier than it looks.

It's not really about the stuff. It's about the weight of walking past it every day. Here's what keeps most people stuck:

Moving it yourself is a full weekend

Truck rental, trips to the dump, lifting help, tipping fees — what starts as "a Saturday project" usually takes two weekends and a sore back.

Corporate pricing games

The big chains quote "starting at" prices, then the truck shows up and you're paying 40% more for "volume" and "fuel surcharge."

The landfill guilt

Some of it is still good. You don't want a working fridge or a solid couch crushed into a dump truck just because it's easier.

Decision fatigue

Every item in that pile is a small decision you haven't made. Eventually, the pile itself becomes the decision — and the answer is always "I'll deal with it later."

The Southern Solution way

One call. One truck. Three places your stuff might go.

Most companies have one destination: the landfill. We take the extra time to sort because it matters — to you, to the neighbors who might need it, and to the creek that runs past the dump.

01

Tell us what you've got

Build your pile with our estimator below, text photos, or describe it. You get a flat-rate quote before we ever show up — no "we'll tell you when we get there" games.

02

We show up when we say

Usually same or next day. Your quote is your price — we only adjust if the pile grew and we both agree to it in person, before we load.

03

We sort on the way out

Donation-first. Recyclable materials split off. Only what's truly unusable ends up at the landfill. You get your space back — and peace of mind about where it went.

Live Estimator

Build your pile. See your price. In 30 seconds.

Tap the items you need gone — the truck fills up and the price updates live. When you're done, we'll confirm and schedule.

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What we haul

Residential, commercial, and everything in between.

If two people can carry it and it fits in the truck, we'll take it. And if it doesn't fit, we coordinate a dumpster.

Residential Junk Removal

Single items to full-house cleanouts. Garages, basements, attics, sheds.

  • Couches, mattresses, beds
  • Appliances (fridges, washers, dryers)
  • TVs, electronics, exercise equipment
  • Yard waste and brush

Estate & Foreclosure Cleanouts

Full-property clearouts handled with patience and respect.

  • Set aside items for family
  • Donate what's still useful
  • Itemized inventory on request

Commercial & Office Cleanouts

Retail closures, office turnovers, restaurant equipment. After-hours service available.

  • Cubicles, desks, filing cabinets
  • Restaurant kitchen equipment
  • Retail fixtures and displays

Construction Debris

Post-renovation cleanup. Drywall, flooring, cabinets, roofing tear-off debris.

  • Demo debris haul-away
  • Flooring and cabinet removal
  • Coordinated with contractors

Dumpster Rental Coordination

10 / 20 / 30 / 40-yard roll-offs through our trusted local partner network.

  • 7–14 day rental windows
  • Driveway-friendly placement
  • One contact, one invoice

Same-Day Service

Last-minute listing photos, surprise company, landlord inspection — we'll do our best to be there today.

  • Contact us before 2pm when possible
  • No rush-fee up to 4pm
  • Weekends welcome
Transparent Pricing

Real numbers. No "starting at" games.

Prices below are ranges for most common jobs. Every quote gets confirmed before we load anything.

Service
Price Range
What's Included
Single Item Pickup
$75 – $125
One couch, fridge, mattress, treadmill, etc. Perfect for apartment turnovers.
Quarter Truck
$125 – $175
A few large items or one small room's worth.
Half Truck
$175 – $275
Garage corner cleanout, home office, single-car garage's worth.
Full Truck
$275 – $425
Full garage, basement, or ~one-room whole-house cleanout.
10-Yard Dumpster
From $300
Small bath reno, attic cleanout. ~3 pickup truck loads.
20-Yard Dumpster
From $350
Most popular. Kitchen reno, roof tear-off up to ~1,500 sq ft.
30-Yard Dumpster
From $450
Large renovations, full-house cleanouts, larger roof jobs.
40-Yard Dumpster
From $550
Construction sites, commercial demolition, estate cleanouts.
Combo discount available: book junk removal + dumpster together and save 10–15%. Ranges reflect typical jobs within our service area; remote locations may add travel. Appliances with refrigerant and mattresses carry small disposal fees where required by local regulation.
Where it actually goes

The landfill is our last choice, not our first.

Every pickup gets sorted. Here's our actual order of operations:

01 · Donate

First: a second home

Working appliances, clean furniture, bikes, toys, tools — anything a neighbor could use. We build relationships with local charities and shelters so your old stuff lands where it's needed most.

02 · Repurpose

Second: a new life

Reclaimed wood for builders. Metal to scrap yards. Usable building materials to local reuse centers. If it has a second life in it, we find it.

03 · Recycle

Third: proper recycling

Electronics at certified e-waste facilities. Appliances de-gassed at refrigerant-certified processors. Cardboard, glass, and metals sorted properly.

04 · Responsibly Dispose

Last: the landfill

Only what genuinely can't be saved. Proper tipping fees at licensed transfer stations — never dumped on a back road. You'd be surprised how small this pile is by the end of a job.

What we're building next

We're actively exploring technology that would automatically match items we pick up with local families and organizations who need them — a local digital matching system that shortens the gap between "someone threw this out" and "someone who needed this got it." It's not live yet, but it's where we're headed.

The promise

Five things we won't do.

Guarantees only matter when they address the stuff that actually goes wrong.

We won't quote one number and charge another.

Your written quote is your price. If the pile turns out bigger than described, we show you the revised number before we load a single item. You can always say no.

We won't ghost you.

We confirm the window the day before. You hear from us when we're on the way, and if we're running late, you hear that first too.

We won't dump it all in the landfill.

We sort every load. If we can't at least attempt donation or recycling, we tell you up front and explain why.

We won't damage your home.

Blankets on hardwood. Felt on corners. Cleaned up after ourselves. If something does get nicked, we make it right — we're insured for exactly that reason.

We won't quote volume and bill weight.

Volume-based pricing, locked in before we load. No weight surprises, no "fuel surcharge," no equipment fees.

Questions, answered honestly

Frequently Asked Questions

If it's not here, reach out at (615) 576-0004.

How does your pricing work — volume, weight, or flat-rate?

We price by volume, not by weight. Once we see the pile (either via photo or in person), we give you a flat-rate price based on how much of the truck it fills — quarter, half, three-quarter, or full. That price includes labor, loading, hauling, tipping fees, and sorting. No weight surprises, no fuel surcharge, no "equipment fee."

Dumpster rental is priced per container size plus a typical 7–14 day rental window.

Do I need to be home when you pick up?

No. As long as the items are accessible (garage, driveway, backyard, curbside) and you've approved the quote, we can do the job without you there. We'll text photos when the job is done and send the invoice by email. Many landlords, real estate agents, and estate executors prefer this.

How quickly can you come out?

Most jobs get done within 24–48 hours of the quote. Same-day is often possible if you reach out before 2pm and the job is within our main service area. We work weekends at no extra charge.

What items will you take?

Almost anything two people can carry. Common items include furniture, mattresses, box springs, appliances (washers, dryers, refrigerators, freezers, dishwashers, stoves), TVs and electronics, exercise equipment, hot tubs (drained), sheds, playsets, yard waste, brush, lumber, carpet, tile, cabinets, and general household or office clutter.

What items can't you take?

We can't accept hazardous materials: paint, solvents, gasoline, oil, pesticides, batteries (car/lithium), asbestos, medical waste, or live ammunition/explosives. Most of these have free or low-cost drop-off at the Metro Nashville Household Hazardous Waste facility, and we're happy to point you there.

Tires are accepted but carry a small per-tire disposal fee. Large volumes of concrete or dirt are better suited to a dumpster rental than a truck pickup.

What happens to my stuff after you pick it up?

We sort every load in this priority order: donate → repurpose → recycle → landfill. Working appliances and clean furniture go to local charities, shelters, and reuse centers. Metals go to scrap. Electronics go to certified e-waste processors. Cardboard and glass are recycled. Only what's genuinely unusable goes to a licensed transfer station.

Can you donate specific items for me?

Yes. If you point to something and say "I really want that to go to someone who needs it," we'll do our best to route it directly to a local charity partner. For larger charitable donations where you want a tax receipt, let us know in advance and we'll coordinate with an organization that issues them.

Do you handle estate cleanouts and hoarding situations?

Yes, both. Estate cleanouts are handled with patience and discretion — we'll set aside items you want to keep, help sort what's worth donating, and haul the rest. We work at your pace.

Hoarding situations need a little more planning. We can usually schedule a walk-through first to assess scope and pricing, and we're comfortable working alongside professional organizers or family members. Judgment-free.

Do you do Airbnb / short-term rental turnovers?

Yes — this is one of our favorite types of job and we've optimized for it. Fast scheduling between guests, items hauled without you on-site, photo confirmation when done, invoices formatted for your bookkeeping or property manager. We work with several STR hosts and cleaning teams across Nashville.

Can you do pre-listing cleanouts for realtors?

Yes. Pre-listing cleanouts before professional photography are a core service. Tight timelines, respectful of the seller's situation, and we're happy to coordinate directly with your stager or photographer if needed. We can provide a COI for brokerages that require one on file.

Do you help with senior downsizing?

Yes, and we approach it the way we'd want someone to treat our own parents — patient, respectful, no pressure on the person downsizing. We can work room-by-room over multiple visits if that's easier, set aside items for family members, and prioritize donation for anything in good shape.

Do you handle storm debris cleanup?

Yes. After Middle TN's frequent storms, we do fallen tree/branch removal, damaged fence haul-off, ruined furniture from flooding, roof tear-off debris, and general property debris cleanup. We can work directly with your insurance adjuster if claims require documentation.

What's the difference between junk removal and renting a dumpster?

Junk removal = you point, we carry, we haul. Best when items are already piled or easy to access.

Dumpster rental = we drop a roll-off container on your property for 7–14 days, you fill it on your timeline, we haul it away. Best for long renovation projects or roof tear-offs.

For large renovations, a combo — small dumpster + one junk removal visit at the end — is often the cheapest path.

Are you licensed and insured?

Yes. Fully licensed to operate in Tennessee and carrying general liability insurance. We can provide a certificate of insurance (COI) for property managers, HOAs, and commercial clients on request.

How do I prepare for the pickup?

Honestly — you don't have to. If you want it off the property, point at it and we handle the rest. If you can gather items into one area, it speeds the job up slightly, but it's not required.

Do you work weekends?

Yes, Saturdays are regular business hours and Sundays are available for same-day needs at no extra charge.

What areas do you serve?

Nashville proper plus Franklin, Brentwood, Murfreesboro, Smyrna, La Vergne, Hendersonville, Gallatin, Mount Juliet, Lebanon, Spring Hill, Nolensville, Dickson, Bellevue, Hermitage, Madison, Old Hickory, Goodlettsville, Donelson, and surrounding Middle TN communities.

How do I pay?

Cash, check, all major credit/debit cards, and digital options. For residential, payment is due at the end of the job. Commercial clients can request NET-15 invoicing after the first job.

What's your cancellation policy?

No cancellation fee if you reach out before 7am the morning of your scheduled pickup. Life happens.

Why go with a small local operation instead of a national chain?

Honest answer: every dollar stays in Middle Tennessee, and when something needs to be made right, there's no regional manager eight states away deciding whether you qualify for a refund. Small doesn't mean unprofessional. It means accountable.

Is Southern Solution also the pressure washing company?

Yes — same owner, same veteran-owned operation. Southern Solution has been doing pressure washing and soft-wash roof cleaning in Middle TN for years. Junk removal is a natural extension.

Why we do this

Clearing your clutter. Clearing your head.

We got into this because we noticed something after a few pressure washing jobs: when we'd clean the outside of someone's house, they'd look relieved. But when we helped haul out a garage's worth of stuff they'd been meaning to deal with for a year, they looked lighter. Different kind of relief. The kind that has nothing to do with a clean driveway and everything to do with reclaimed space in your head.

Clutter is weight you've gotten used to carrying. When it's gone, you notice the quiet. You walk past that corner of the garage and it's just… a corner. It turns out clearing a space has a funny way of rejuvenating your spirit — a lot of our customers tell us they sleep better the night after a cleanout. We believe them.

So we take the work seriously. We try to repurpose as much as possible. We donate what can be donated, recycle what can be recycled, and only send the truly spent stuff to the landfill. We pay proper tipping fees and work with licensed facilities — no back roads, no shortcuts.

And we're thinking bigger. We're actively exploring technology solutions that would automatically match items we pick up with local families, shelters, and organizations who need them — shortening the path between "someone threw this out" and "someone who needed this got it." It's early, but that's the direction we're building.

In the meantime, we'll show up on time, quote you honestly, treat your home with respect, and do right by the stuff you trust us with. That's the whole job.

— Storm & the Southern Solution team
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Veteran-owned • Owner-operated • Serving Nashville & Middle Tennessee

Specialized cleanouts

The jobs other companies dread. We're built for them.

These are the cleanouts that don't fit a corporate script. Small, local, and flexible means we can actually show up.

⚡ High demand

Airbnb & Short-Term Rental Turnover

Nashville's STR market moves fast. We haul between-guest junk, old furniture swaps, or full turnovers with photo confirmation and property-manager-friendly invoicing. Tight booking windows are our specialty.

⚡ High demand

Pre-Listing Cleanouts for Realtors

Before the photographer arrives. Before the open house. We coordinate with your stager, haul what's in the way, and leave the property camera-ready. COI available for brokerages on request.

Compassionate service

Senior Downsizing

Moving to assisted living, helping a parent simplify, or downsizing into a smaller home — we work patiently, room-by-room across multiple visits if needed. Items set aside for family. Donation-priority for anything useful.

Save your deposit

Apartment Move-Out Cleanout

That leftover futon, the roommate's junk, the balcony storage bins — gone before your final walkthrough. We've saved renters in Franklin, Brentwood, and Nashville hundreds in deductions. Elevator-friendly, fast scheduling.

After the storm

Storm Debris Cleanup

Middle TN storms hit hard. Fallen branches, damaged fence panels, water-ruined furniture, roof tear-off debris — we haul the wreckage so you can start rebuilding. Insurance adjuster documentation available.

For landlords & PMs

Tenant Turnover Cleanouts

Post-eviction, post-lease, post-surprise. We clear what the previous tenant left behind, sweep, and document with photos — so your unit gets re-rented faster. Commercial NET-15 available.

Discreet & respectful

Hoarding Cleanup (Judgment-Free)

No cameras, no shame. We can walk through first, give a realistic timeline and budget, and work with a family member or professional organizer if that helps. Sensitive situations handled with care.

One-shot haul

Garage / Basement / Attic Cleanouts

The places that fill up fastest and get cleaned out least. We do the lifting, stair-hauling, and hauling — you point, we clear. No "can you bring it to the curb first?" nonsense.

Space you pay for

Storage Unit Cleanouts

That $150/month you've been paying for three years to store things you can't remember buying? We'll clear it in an afternoon. Often cheaper than one more month of rent.

Insurance-friendly

Fire & Water Damage Debris

After restoration companies finish, there's usually a second wave of hauling — ruined drywall, contents, furniture. We handle post-damage cleanout with documentation ready for your claim.

Life transitions

Divorce / Move-Out Cleanouts

No questions asked. Sometimes you just need the stuff gone, and fast. Discreet, efficient, and we never try to engage you in small talk about what's in the pile.

Property managers

Property Management Bulk Service

Running 20+ doors? We'll set up a recurring service rate and standing availability for turnovers, eviction cleanouts, and one-off tenant items. One invoice per month, one contact, predictable pricing.

Specific item removal

One stubborn thing gone. Today.

Single-item pickups start at $75. Here's a sample of what we haul individually:

Hot tub removal Nashville
Piano removal Nashville
Treadmill removal
Elliptical removal
Pool table removal
Above-ground pool removal
Swing set removal
Playset removal
Shed demolition & removal
Deck demolition
Fence tear-out
Refrigerator removal
Chest freezer removal
Washer & dryer haul away
Dishwasher removal
Stove / oven removal
Water heater disposal
AC unit removal
Mattress disposal
Box spring removal
Couch & sofa pickup
Sectional removal
Recliner pickup
Dining set removal
Dresser & wardrobe
TV & e-waste disposal
Computer & monitor removal
Printer disposal
Office furniture removal
Cubicle disassembly
Filing cabinet removal
Carpet removal & disposal
Riding mower removal
Push mower disposal
Grill removal
Yard waste haul away
Brush & limb removal
Scrap metal pickup
Boat removal
RV / trailer removal
Trampoline removal
BBQ smoker removal
Where we haul

Nashville & every Middle TN zip code worth driving to.

Local means local. We show up in neighborhoods the national chains skip, at prices that reflect not having a corporate office to feed.

NashvilleDowntown
East Nashville
Germantown
The Gulch
12 South
Green Hills
Belle Meade
Sylvan Park
Inglewood
Donelson
Hermitage
Old Hickory
Madison
Goodlettsville
Antioch
Bellevue
Bordeaux
DicksonHome base
Fairview
Pegram
Kingston Springs
Franklin
Cool Springs
Brentwood
Nolensville
Spring Hill
Murfreesboro
Smyrna
La Vergne
Hendersonville
Gallatin
Mount Juliet
Lebanon