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How much does junk removal cost in Ventura County?
Pricing factors, Toland Road Landfill gate fees, and city bulky pickup options.
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Short answer: Junk removal pricing in Ventura County is set by each hauler, usually based on how much truck space your items take up, plus labor, access, and disposal fees. There's no single local price, so costs vary. The best way to know is to get an upfront written quote. Junk Removal 805 is a free referral service: we connect you with one independent local hauler who quotes before any work starts.
TL;DR
- Pricing: set by the provider, usually by truck volume; ask for a written quote.
- Disposal fees are part of it: Toland Road Landfill charges $49.69/ton for non-contract self-haul, with a $43.06 minimum (VRSD, effective July 1, 2026).
- City options for a few items: many cities offer bulky item pickup. For example, Oxnard includes 1 free curbside pickup (5 items) a year, with extra pickups listed at $47.74.
- Hazardous items (paint, chemicals, fuel) go to household hazardous waste programs, not junk haulers.
What affects the price of junk removal?
- Volume: how much of the truck your items fill.
- Item type: heavy items (concrete, appliances, hot tubs) or items needing special handling (mattresses, tires, Freon appliances) can cost more.
- Labor and access: stairs, long carries, or demolition add time.
- Disposal and recycling fees: haulers pay at landfills and transfer stations.
- Timing: same-day requests may depend on availability.
What are landfill fees in Ventura County?
Ventura Regional Sanitation District publishes rates for Toland Road Landfill in Santa Paula (effective July 1, 2026):
| Item | Published fee |
|---|---|
| Minimum fee | $43.06 |
| Self-haul disposal, non-contract | $49.69 per ton |
| Residential self-haul, contract | $44.29 per ton |
| Hard-to-handle materials | $147.63 per ton |
| Car tires | $8.61 each |
| Freon extraction | $55.36 |
Cards or commercial accounts only; cash is no longer accepted. Hazardous waste is not accepted. Rates change; check VRSD before hauling. Alternative facilities listed by VRSD include Gold Coast Recycling (Ventura) and Del Norte Recycling & Transfer Station (Oxnard).
Can my city pick up bulky items for free?
Often, yes, for a few items. Rules differ by city and hauler: - Ventura: bulky item collection through E.J. Harrison. The city page and hauler page list different annual limits, so confirm with them. - Oxnard: 1 free curbside pickup (up to 5 items) a year; extra pickups listed at $47.74. Oxnard also holds drop-off days. - Other cities: check your city's trash hauler or public works page.
City pickup is a good fit for one or two items you can put at the curb. Junk removal makes sense when you need lifting from inside, a large load, or a fast pickup.
Is it cheaper to haul it myself?
Sometimes, if you have a truck and time. Add up gate fees (including the minimum), fuel, time, and any truck rental. For bigger jobs, compare that to an upfront quote.
What can't junk haulers take?
Most can't take paint, chemicals, fuel, or asbestos. Use your city's household hazardous waste program; Ventura County lists appointment-based HHW options.
How do I get an accurate quote?
- Make a list or take photos of what's going.
- Note stairs, gates, or long carries.
- Separate hazardous items.
- Ask the provider to confirm the price before loading.
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Sources
- Ventura Regional Sanitation District — Toland Road Landfill rates and hours (effective July 1, 2026): https://www.vrsd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/SCALE-HOUSE_RATES-HOURS-OF-OPERATION-JULY-1-2026.pdf
- VRSD — Solid Waste Disposal Operations: https://www.vrsd.com/solid-waste-disposal-operations/
- City of Ventura — Bulky Item Collection: https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/1928/Bulky-Item-Collection
- E.J. Harrison — Ventura city page: https://ejharrison.com/ventura-city-page/
- City of Oxnard — Recycling & trash for single-family homes: https://www.oxnard.gov/public-works/environmental-resources/recycling-trash-for-single-family-homes
- City of Oxnard — Drop-Off Days: https://www.oxnard.gov/public-works/environmental-resources/drop-off-days
- Ventura County Public Works — HHW appointments: https://publicworks.venturacounty.gov/wsd/iwmd/wasteappt/
Junk removal cost questions
Does it cost anything to use Junk Removal 805?
No. Using this site is free. You only pay the provider if you accept their quote.
Are you a junk removal company?
No. We're a free referral service that connects you with an independent local hauler.
How is junk removal priced?
By the provider, usually based on how much truck space your items take up, plus labor and disposal.
What are dump fees at Toland Road Landfill?
VRSD lists $49.69 per ton for non-contract self-haul and a $43.06 minimum, effective July 1, 2026. Rates can change.
Will the price change after I agree?
The provider confirms the price before work starts. If you add items, ask for a re-quote first.
Is city bulky pickup free?
Many cities include a limited number of pickups. Oxnard includes 1 free pickup of 5 items a year. Check your city.
Can you take mattresses and appliances?
Many providers can; some items carry recycling fees. Ask when you get your quote.
What about paint or chemicals?
Those go to your city or county household hazardous waste program.