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Overview
Most hoarding projects we see run from $2,000 to $10,000 or more, and the bill is built one truckload at a time. Here is how it adds up, what is not in it, and how to bring it down.
From the sidewalk it is a three-bedroom house. From the doorway it is a hallway you walk sideways through, a kitchen you cannot see the counters in, and a back bedroom nobody has opened in two years. The question every family asks on that doorstep is the same: what is this going to cost? Most hoarding projects in Sacramento run from $2,000 to $10,000 or more. A single room costs less. The number comes down to how many truckloads leave the house and how long each one takes to get out. This guide is part of our Sacramento hoarder cleanout series.
Our Published Prices by Truck Space
| Truck space | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Minimum load | $99–$150 |
| 1/4 truck | $180–$280 |
| 1/2 truck | $320–$480 |
| 3/4 truck | $500–$620 |
| Full truck | $850–$1,000 |
These are the same tiers as our junk removal pricing guide. A full load is $850 in our 15-yard truck and $1,000 in our 20-yard truck. A hoarded home is quoted as a project after we walk it, because the number of loads is impossible to judge from outside a packed room. A house that looks like three loads from the door is often five once the back bedroom opens.
Why a Hoarded Home Costs More
- Volume. A packed three-bedroom house holds several times what a normal one does. Each full truck is another $850 to $1,000 on the bill.
- Density. Paper, books and magazines are heavy, and a room stacked to the ceiling holds far more than it appears to.
- Access. When hallways and doors are blocked, the crew clears a path before it can clear a room. That is paid time before the first load.
- Care. Checking every box and bag for documents, cash, jewelry and photographs is slow. So is working beside a homeowner who wants a say in each item, which is often the right way to do it.
- Other trades. Biohazard cleaning, pest control, deep cleaning and repairs are separate services from separate companies, with their own invoices.
What Is Not in a Hauling Quote
We haul. We do not take biohazard or medical waste, liquid paint, chemicals or propane, and we do not disinfect, treat for pests or repair damage. If a home has human waste, blood, dead animals, mold on the walls or heavy infestation, a biohazard cleaning company handles those areas, and its price is separate from ours. Ask every company for a written quote that says what is and is not included, so nothing is counted twice or missed.
Leftover paint, chemicals and old medications have free drop-off routes in Sacramento County; the North Area Recovery Station takes household hazardous waste from residents.
How to Keep the Cost Down
- Decide what is staying before the crew arrives. Mark it clearly or move it all to one room, so nobody pays crew time for a debate.
- Do the job in stages. One room or one truckload at a time spreads the cost over several months and is easier on the person who lives there.
- Pull out paint, chemicals and propane ahead of time and take them to the county drop-off. We cannot load them, and they stall a job if we find them mid-room.
- Have one person on site who can make decisions, so the crew is loading, not waiting.
- Get the quote in writing after a walk-through, not over the phone. A phone number for a hoarded house is a guess.
Who Pays
Usually the homeowner or the family. In a rental, the cost normally falls to the tenant, and to the landlord after a move-out (see our landlord’s guide to tenant hoarding). If the owner has died, the estate pays; see cleaning out a hoarder’s house after a death. We did not find a Sacramento County program that pays for hoarding cleanup, though a few nonprofits help low-income homeowners with repairs; they are listed in our Sacramento hoarding resources. Most of the time it is a family member making the call, and the price is the first thing they ask about:
“I highly recommend TCJ Hauling. Serge was very helpful during a stressful situation of clearing out a family member’s home. He got the job done quickly and efficiently. The pricing is very fair and the best out there.”
Ashley Weltz, GoogleFor a firm number, ask for a free on-site estimate through our hoarder cleanout service page or call (916) 770-7619. We walk the house, count the loads with you, and put the price in writing before anything moves.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hoarder cleanout cost in Sacramento?
Most hoarding projects in Sacramento run from $2,000 to $10,000 or more, depending on the size of the home, how many truckloads come out and how much sorting is needed. A single room costs less. A full truckload is $850 to $1,000 at our published prices.
Does homeowners insurance pay for hoarding cleanup?
Don’t count on it. Policies generally cover sudden damage, not conditions that build up over time. Check your own policy or ask your agent before assuming either way.
Is biohazard cleaning included in the price?
No. Take Care Junk hauls household contents. Biohazard cleaning, disinfection and pest control come from specialist companies and are quoted separately.
Real Customer Reviews
Josh South8 months ago
★★★★★
Fast, convenient, and amazing service. I will definitely be a returning customer. Thank you!
Jason Roberts11 months ago
★★★★★
Great and punctual service! Reasonable prices and very friendly. I recommend highly. He hauled away an old piano. Very professional!
Erika Alvarez1 year ago
★★★★★
Fast, affordable, professional, and friendly! I called and Serge was here within about an hour.
BenWendy Webster1 year ago
★★★★★
Serge was awesome to work with. I am very grateful I found his company. I contacted them on a Tuesday and by Wednesday the hot tub was gone. He was on time and worked hard. Left the area cleaned up and I’m so excited to have my backyard back!
Lacey A1 year ago
★★★★★
Prompt response when I inquired about Hot Tub Removal. Fair price. Was available next day and only took about an hr and half. Would highly recommend.
Shawn Herrick1 year ago
★★★★★
Serge was amazing. Would definitely recommend. He was prompt, fair and very professional.
kyle c1 year ago
★★★★★
Reasonably priced, great communication, Serge was very friendly and got my junk hauled with ease! Would absolutely use TCJ Hauling again. Thanks so much
Luis Terrazas1 year ago
★★★★★
This guys are the real deal !!! Serge and his crew took care of our old furniture as we are transitioning into a new apartment. They were able to accommodate last minute and for a competitive price .
Prameet Chandra1 year ago
★★★★★
Messaged TCJ Hauling in need of getting rid of some junk that was accumulating in the garage. Not only was the company able to come the same day but were also very punctual and realiable which above all things mean the most me. The service was fast and the vehicle used was modern and able to accommodate for all the items I needed to be removed. Very Prosfessional and accommodating will definitely call them again and tell my friends and family to do the same. Thank you TCJ Hauling!
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