Junk Removal Services in Portland, CT
Junk Removal Across Portland on the Connecticut River
Junk Bear removes furniture, appliances, yard debris and renovation waste from homes and businesses in Portland, CT. The town does not collect garbage, and the Sand Hill Road transfer station requires town registration and weighs bulky loads. Skip the line and the lifting: call or book online.
JUNK REMOVAL IN PORTLAND, CT
HELP FOR OLDER HOMES AND RENOVATION PROJECTS
Our Portland Junk Removal
Junk Bear handles residential and commercial junk removal in Portland, directly across the Connecticut River from Middletown. We are locally owned and operated in Connecticut.
About half of Portland’s border is the river, and the Arrigoni Bridge links the town to Middletown. Portland is known for its brownstone quarries, a National Historic Landmark, and for the Williams and Stancliff octagon houses on Marlborough Street. Older homes near the river can hold plenty of stored furniture and cellar clutter.
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How Junk Bear Can Serve You
Portland does not pick up garbage or recycling. Residents either hire a private hauler or take their own loads to the transfer station on Sand Hill Road. Residents register with the town first, the registration runs from July 1 to June 30, and household trash goes in official Portland pay-per-bags.
At the station, roofing, building materials, flooring and furniture count as bulky waste and are weighed on the scale. Brush under 4 inches across is taken separately. Scrap metal, consumer electronics, used clothing and leftover paint are accepted at no charge, and old mattresses can go through the mattress recycling program.
Our services take on those bulky loads too:
- Cellar and attic cleanouts in Portland homes
- Furniture Removal such as couches, dressers and tables
- Construction Debris Removal including flooring and building materials from a renovation
- Demolition services for decks, sheds and outbuildings
- Appliances and mattresses when you would rather not haul them yourself
Schedule Your Free Quote!
Ready to tackle your Portland junk removal project? Call and a team member will get you on the books. Or book online whenever it suits you.
We offer same and next day service and a free in-person estimate. Give us a call for junk hauling in Portland, whether it is a flooring tear-out, a cellar full of furniture or a yard that needs clearing.
Junk Removal Rules in Portland, CT
Portland, ZIP code 06480, is a Middlesex County town across the Connecticut River from Middletown, linked by the Arrigoni Bridge. The Gildersleeve section is one of its named villages, and the Portland Brownstone Quarries, now Brownstone Exploration and Discovery Park, are a National Historic Landmark.
Where is the Portland transfer station and when is it open? It is at 39 Sand Hill Road, open Tuesday through Saturday, and the scale closes before the gate does. Summer hours run from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Does the town offer recycling help? The station posts single-stream recycling guidelines and a PaintCare program, and the town shares home composting information.

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Main Items We Collect
- Attics: Old Boxes and Storage
- Containers
- Garages: Seasonal Decorations
- Old stuff: Sporting Equipment
- Old Toys and Games
- Books and Magazine boxes
- Sofas and Couches
- Mattresses and Bed Frames
- Tables and Chairs
- Dressers and Wardrobes
- Entertainment Centers
- Televisions
- Computers and Laptops
- Printers and Scanners
- Monitors
- Gaming Consoles
- Wood Scraps and Lumber
- Roofing Shingles
- Drywall and Plaster
- Concrete and Bricks
- Metal and Aluminum Scraps
- Yard Waste and Clippings
- Old Fencing
- Patio Furniture
- BBQ Grills
- Garden Tools and Equipment
- Desks and Office Chairs
- Filing Cabinets
- Office Electronics (fax machines, copiers)
- Cubicle Partitions
- Conference Tables
- Refrigerators and Freezers
- Washers and Dryers
- Stoves and Ovens
- Microwaves
- Dishwashers
How Our Company Stands Out
Same Day Service
We offer fast and reliable same-day junk removal to address your needs promptly. Our team ensures your space is clean and clutter-free without delay.
Eco-Friendly Solutions
Committed to sustainability, we prioritize recycling and responsible disposal. We aim to minimize environmental impact with every job we complete.
Non-Profit Donation
Usable items are donated to local non-profits, giving your unwanted belongings a second life. It’s a great way to declutter while supporting your community.
Quick & Reliable
At Junk Bear we take great pride in providing the best customer experience every step of the way. We are quick and very dependable to eliminate all Junk!
Insured
Your safety and peace of mind are our top priorities. Our insured team ensures professional and secure junk removal every time.
Locally Owned & Operated
As a locally owned business, we’re committed to serving our community with dedication, care, and meaningful connections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything You Need to Know About Our Junk Bear Removal Services
Most junk removal companies, such as Junk Bear, charge by how much space your unwanted items take up in the truck.
1. Call, use a contact form, or use an online booking tool.
2. A junk removal professional will ask you to describe your unwanted rubbish and offer you a rough estimate for the junk removal job.
3. Schedule a time for your appointment. Most junk removal companies schedule in 3-hour arrival windows.
4. When the day of your appointment arrives, you can expect a courtesy call 30 minutes before the junk removal crew arrives.
5. Once they arrive, simply point out your unwanted items and you will receive a firm, honest quote for the price of your job.
6. Watch as the junk removal professionals make your unwanted junk items disappear.
7. Finally, it’s time to settle up. Most junk removal companies, such as Junk Bear, accept cash, card, or check.
1. You can get rid of your unwanted junk by selling it at a yard or garage sale.
2. Rent a dumpster. That way you can throw away all of your own items at your leisure.
3. Bring your unwanted junk to a dump site and dispose of it on your own.
4. Bring your junk items to a recycling center or other approved facility.
5. Bring your unwanted junk to a donation center.
6. If you would rather not haul your junk on your own, you can hire a junk removal company such as Junk Bear.
You can get rid of large, bulky junk items such as beds, mattresses, appliances, and furniture items by hiring a junk removal company such as Junk Bear.
Couches are large and awkward to get rid of. You can save yourself the hassle by hiring a junk removal company such as Junk Bear to get rid of your old couch.
While large national corporations may charge you exorbitant fees, you can find a local junk removal professional to junk your couch for much lower with companies such as Junk Bear.
While tipping for junk removal is appreciated, it is not expected. However, if your local junk removal professionals do an exceptional job, you may want to consider tipping 15-20% of the cost of your junk removal job.