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Estate Cleanout Services in Ithaca, NY

Clearing out a family home is hard work at a hard time. Below are 5 estate cleanout providers serving Ithaca, NY — compare ratings, call for free estimates, and choose a crew you trust. Among the Ithaca listings are Ithaca Junk Removal, Elmore Dumpster Rentals and Sara Schrader, NYS Lic. Real Estate Salesperson. Between them they cover dumpster rental, junk removal and estate sales. Ithaca sits in Tompkins County, New York. Nearby New York towns covered include New York, Hempstead and Jamestown.

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1. Ithaca Junk Removal Junk Removal

18 Brentwood Dr

2. Elmore Dumpster Rentals Dumpster Rental

96 N Applegate Rd

3. Sara Schrader, NYS Lic. Real Estate Salesperson Estate Sales

140 Seneca Way

4. Bellisario Roll Off Dumpsters Dumpster Rental

41 Oak Brook Dr

5. Ithaca City Disposal Bins - Dumpster Rentals Dumpster Rental

419 W Seneca St, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA

Estate cleanouts in Ithaca, NY: a local guide

We currently track 5 estate cleanout and related providers serving Ithaca, NY in Tompkins County.

What an estate cleanout costs in Ithaca

Price depends mostly on how much has to leave the home and where it goes. As a rough guide for the Ithaca area:

JobTypical range
Studio / 1-bedroom or partial cleanout$500–$1,500
2–3 bedroom full-house cleanout$1,500–$3,500
4+ bedroom, packed, or hoarding cleanout$3,500–$7,000+

These are planning estimates, not quotes — local Tompkins County landfill and transfer-station fees, stairs, and heavy items move the number. Get two or three free estimates from the companies above before you decide.

How to choose a company in Ithaca

  • Request references or recent reviews from Ithaca-area jobs, and check how the company responds to criticism.
  • Confirm the company is licensed and insured — ask for a certificate before any crew enters the home.
  • Get an itemized written estimate, not a phone ballpark; walk-throughs surface hidden volume (attics, garages, basements).
  • Ask how they handle donations and consignment — a good crew offsets your cost by rehoming or reselling usable items.
  • Understand what drives the price: total volume, stairs, heavy items, and Tompkins County landfill or transfer-station fees.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • Do you recycle or dispose of electronics and hazardous materials properly?
  • Will you sweep and tidy the property when the cleanout is finished?
  • Can you work around a probate timeline or a realtor's listing date?
  • Is the quote all-in, or do dump fees and labor get added later?
  • Do you donate or consign usable items, and do I get receipts for donations?

Many Ithaca providers also handle dumpster rental, junk removal and estate sales.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an estate cleanout cost in Ithaca?

Most full-house estate cleanouts in Ithaca run about $800 to $4,000, depending on home size, how much has to be removed, and Tompkins County landfill or transfer-station fees. Almost every company listed above offers a free estimate, so it pays to get two or three.

Who pays for an estate cleanout?

Usually the estate itself, handled by the executor or the heirs. When the home is being sold, the cost is often paid from estate funds or netted out of the sale proceeds.

Do estate cleanout companies take furniture, appliances, and donations?

Yes. Most Ithaca providers haul furniture, appliances, and general junk, and many will donate or consign usable items for you and leave the home broom-swept.

How long does an estate cleanout take?

A smaller Ithaca home is often cleared in a single day; larger or packed estates usually take two to three days, including donation runs and consignment pickups.

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