Cabinet removal, ready for the remodel.
Kitchen, bathroom, laundry and garage cabinets, carried out and hauled away. Uppers, lowers, doors and countertops, cleared out so the remodel can start.
How it works
Three steps. No heavy lifting.
Tell us what's coming out, pick a time, and the crew carries it all away.
Tell us the room
Kitchen, bath or garage, how many cabinets and whether they're detached.
Book a pickup
Same-day in most areas when you book early. In-home or curbside.
Remodel can begin
The crew hauls everything and donates or recycles what it can.
What's included
Kitchen cabinet haul away without the dumpster
A kitchen remodel produces a surprising amount of debris before anything new goes in. Upper and lower cabinets, doors, drawers, countertops and backsplash pieces pile up fast, and renting a dumpster for the driveway isn't always practical. JunkHaulAwayPros sends a crew to carry everything out and haul it away in one trip.
- Uppers and lowers. Base cabinets, wall cabinets and pantry units.
- Doors, drawers and hardware. Every loose piece is loaded so nothing gets left behind.
- Countertops too. Laminate and solid surface tops in reasonable amounts.
- Donated when possible. Solid wood cabinets in good shape can go to reuse centers.
Cabinets should be detached from walls and plumbing before pickup, which your contractor can do during demolition. If they're still installed and you'd like help getting them out, mention it when you book and we'll tell you what's possible.
Every kind of cabinetry
Kitchen, bath and garage cabinets
If it stored dishes, towels or tools, the crew can haul it away. Solid wood, plywood, particleboard and metal cabinets are all welcome, along with the countertops and fixtures from the same project.
Kitchen uppers
Wall cabinets and over-the-range units.
Base cabinets
Lower cabinets, sink bases and drawer stacks.
Pantry cabinets
Tall pantry and utility cabinets.
Bathroom vanities
Vanity bases with or without tops.
Laundry cabinets
Wall and base cabinets from laundry rooms.
Garage cabinets
Metal and wood storage cabinets and workbenches.
Countertops
Laminate, butcher block and solid surface tops.
Islands
Freestanding or detached kitchen islands.
Gutting the whole kitchen? Add the old appliances, sink and flooring so everything is cleared at once.
Common reasons
Projects that need cabinet disposal
Cabinet removal usually comes with a bigger project. These are the jobs that most often lead to a pickup.
Kitchen remodel
Old cabinets come out before new ones are installed.
Bathroom update
Swapping a vanity for a modern one.
Garage organization
Replacing old storage with a new cabinet system.
Basement renovation
Removing outdated bars and storage built-ins.
Flip or rental refresh
Investors and landlords upgrading before a sale or new tenant.
Water damage
Swollen particleboard cabinets after a leak under the sink.
A closer look
Planning cabinet removal in a remodel
Cabinets are one of the first things to come out in a kitchen or bathroom remodel, and one of the bulkiest. Upper and lower cabinets, pantry units, islands and countertops can quickly fill a garage, driveway or dining room while demolition is underway. Clearing them promptly keeps the project on schedule.
How cabinets are removed affects what happens to them next. Carefully unscrewed cabinets in good condition can often be reused, either by charities that resell building materials or by people renovating garages, laundry rooms and workshops. Cabinets that are pried off walls or cut apart are usually only good for recycling or disposal.
Countertops need extra planning. Laminate and butcher block are manageable, but stone and quartz are extremely heavy and can crack if handled the wrong way. Large stone sections may need to be broken down by your contractor before pickup or handled by a larger crew with the right equipment.
Coordinating with your contractor helps everything go smoothly. Many homeowners schedule a pickup immediately after demolition, then another at the end of the project for packaging and leftover materials. That way, the work area stays clear, safe and ready for each new step.
On pickup day
What to expect when the crew arrives
Cabinet pickups move fast once everything is detached. The crew carries each piece out, protects floors and walls and loads the truck. Here's how the visit goes.
A heads-up first
You'll know your arrival window ahead of time, so you can plan the rest of your day around it.
A quick walkthrough
Point out what's going and what's staying. The crew checks the easiest route out of the house.
Careful removal
Background-checked pros protect floors and walls, take items apart if needed and carry everything out.
Swept and sorted
The area gets a quick sweep, and everything is sorted for donation, recycling or disposal.
Two ways to book
From the job site or the driveway
Choose the pickup style that matches your project. Many contractors stack demo debris outside, while homeowners often leave it in place.
In-home pickup
The crew carries cabinets and countertops out of the kitchen, bathroom or basement. It's best when debris is still inside or on another floor.
Curbside pickup
Stack detached cabinets in the garage or on the driveway, and you don't need to be home. Cover them if rain is expected.
Stone and quartz countertops are extremely heavy. Mention them when you book so the crew can plan, since large slabs may need special handling.
Responsible disposal
Cabinet disposal with reuse in mind
Solid wood cabinets are often still in great shape when they come out. After pickup, usable cabinets are offered to reuse centers and charities that sell building materials to fund their work.
Cabinets that can't be reused are broken down. Wood is recycled where facilities accept it, metal hardware goes to scrap, and particleboard, laminate and damaged pieces are disposed of properly.
Remodel debris
Heavy countertops and tight kitchens
Cabinets are bulky but manageable. Countertops are another story. Butcher block, solid surface and stone tops are heavy and fragile, and long sections are tricky to maneuver out of a kitchen without hitting walls.
Crews carry long pieces carefully, protect door frames and floors, and load heavy items with enough people to do it safely. Loose screws, nails and broken drywall around the cabinets are gathered up too.
If you have stone or quartz countertops, cabinets on an upper floor or a lot of demo debris, mention it when you book. A photo of the pile helps the crew plan.
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Before the crew arrives
Plumbing and power off
Sinks, faucets, disposals and lighting should be disconnected by a plumber or electrician before cabinets are removed from the wall.
Empty every shelf
Take out dishes, cleaning supplies and anything stored in drawers before pickup, so nothing you want gets hauled away by mistake.
Reuse is often possible
Solid wood cabinets in good shape are valuable to reuse centers. Removing them carefully during demo improves their chances.
Quick prep
Prep for pickup day
A few quick steps keep cabinet removal smooth.
- Detach from the wall. Unscrew cabinets from walls and each other.
- Disconnect plumbing. Have sinks and disposals disconnected first.
- Stack the pieces. Group cabinets, doors and drawers together.
- Bag small debris. Put screws, shelf pins and drywall bits in bags.
Weighing your options
Renting a dumpster instead?
A dumpster sits in your driveway for days, can damage pavement and may require a permit for street placement. You'll also be the one loading it, which means carrying every cabinet and countertop yourself. Many cities restrict bulky remodel debris at the curb, and transfer stations charge by weight.
| Task | Doing it yourself | With a crew |
|---|---|---|
| Lifting & stairs | You and whoever you can recruit | Handled by trained pros |
| Transportation | Borrow or rent a truck or trailer | Truck arrives with the crew |
| Finding a drop-off | Call around about charities, landfills and city rules | Sorted for donation, recycling or disposal |
| Time | Often half a day or more | Usually under an hour on site |
| Risk | Strained backs, scuffed walls, dented doorframes | Floors and walls protected |
For a big gut renovation with weeks of demolition, a dumpster can make sense. For a kitchen or bath's worth of cabinets, a crew clears it all in one visit without the driveway eyesore.
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Cabinet Removal FAQ
Cabinet removal questions
Don't see your question? Send us a note and we'll get back to you within one business day.
Do you take cabinets off the wall?
The standard service is hauling away cabinets that have already been detached, which is usually done during demolition by your contractor. If your cabinets are still installed and you'd like help removing them, mention it when you book and we'll let you know what's possible. Plumbing, gas and electrical connections must always be disconnected by a qualified professional before cabinets are taken out. Asking your contractor to remove cabinets carefully improves the chances they can be reused.
Can you haul away countertops?
Yes. Laminate, butcher block and solid surface countertops can go in the same pickup as your cabinets. Granite, quartz and other stone countertops are extremely heavy and fragile, so let us know about them and their approximate size when you book. Large stone slabs may need extra people and careful handling, and we'll confirm what's possible before the crew arrives. Broken stone pieces should be stacked rather than bagged, since sharp edges can tear bags.
Can my old cabinets be donated?
Often, yes. Solid wood and plywood cabinets in good condition are in demand at reuse centers and building material resale stores. Cabinets that were removed carefully, without broken frames or water damage, have the best chance of being reused. Particleboard cabinets and damaged pieces usually can't be donated and are recycled or disposed of properly instead. Cabinets with water damage or swelling usually can't be donated, but metal hardware is still recycled.
Will you take the rest of the kitchen remodel debris?
Absolutely. Old appliances, sinks, faucets, backsplash tile in reasonable amounts, flooring, drywall pieces, light fixtures and trim can all go in the same pickup. Bag loose debris so it's easy to load. Heavy materials like tile and plaster add up fast, so let us know roughly how much you have when you book so the crew brings enough truck space. Packaging from new appliances and cabinets can be added to the pickup as well.
Do you remove garage cabinets and workbenches?
Yes. Metal and wood garage cabinets, storage lockers, shelving units and workbenches can be hauled away. Wall-mounted units should be emptied and detached before pickup. If they're bolted to the floor or wall and you need help, mention it when you book. Old tools, bins and garage junk can go in the same pickup if you're clearing out the whole space. Wall-mounted shelving and pegboard can be removed at the same time if you're redoing the space.
Ready when you are
Start the remodel with a clean slate.
Tell us what's going and a local crew will haul it away, often the same or next day.
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