Simple, Upfront Pricing
We price by volume, not by the hour. You'll know the cost before we start. All prices include GST.
How our pricing works
- We provide a clear quote before booking
- A $300 booking fee secures your appointment
- The remaining balance is invoiced after completion
- Payment terms: 30 days from invoice date
Minimum Job Charge: $300 (incl. GST)
This covers our truck and trailer, loading, responsible disposal fees at Northland facilities, and travel within central Whangārei — even for small jobs.
Every job includes:
- Labour and loading
- Transport using our 4WD and trailer
- Disposal at approved Northland facilities
- Recycling and donation where possible
- Basic sweep-up after loading
Standard Rubbish Removal Loads
Pricing for Whangārei & nearby suburbs
Small Load / Single Item
From $300One to a few items, or a very small clear-out.
Examples:
- Single large item (sofa, fridge, washing machine)
- 2-3 pieces of furniture
- A few boxes and bags of household items
- Small corner clear-out
Minimum charge: $300 (incl. GST)
Quarter Trailer Load
$400–$500About ¼ of our trailer filled.
Examples:
- Small room clear-out (office desk, chair, filing cabinet, boxes)
- Corner of garage (garden tools, old sporting equipment, a few items)
- 3-5 pieces of furniture
- Small bedroom (single bed, side table, small wardrobe)
Typical weight: 300–400kg
Booking fee: $300 to secure appointment
Balance: $100–$200 invoiced after completion
Half Trailer Load
$700–$900About ½ of our trailer filled.
Examples:
- Full bedroom furniture and belongings (bed, mattress, dresser, wardrobe, boxes)
- Half a garage clear-out
- Lounge suite (3-seater sofa + 2 chairs)
- Spare room with furniture and multiple boxes
- Kitchen appliances and cupboard contents
Typical weight: 500–700kg
Booking fee: $300 to secure appointment
Balance: $400–$600 invoiced after completion
Full Trailer Load
$1,200–$1,600One fully packed trailer load.
Examples:
- Large lounge suite + dining furniture
- Full garage corner or heavily packed area
- 2-3 rooms worth of furniture and boxes
- Bedroom furniture + lounge furniture combined
- Major household declutter from multiple rooms
Typical weight: 700–1,000kg
Booking fee: $300 to secure appointment
Balance: $900–$1,300 invoiced after completion
Note: Full house clear-outs, complete garages, or multi-room projects typically require 2 or more trailer loads. We'll give you an accurate quote based on photos or a free walk-through.
Multiple Loads
Price on QuoteFor larger jobs requiring 2+ trailer loads:
- Full house clear-outs
- Complete garage clear-outs (floor to ceiling)
- Multi-room estate clearances
- Whole property cleanouts
Contact us for accurate pricing based on photos or a free site visit.
Typical pricing: $2,400–$3,200+ for 2 full loads depending on weight and volume.
Booking fee: $300 to secure appointment
Balance: Invoiced after completion (payment terms: 30 days)
Specialist Rubbish Removal Services
Downsizing Support for Seniors
From $2,070For seniors moving into retirement living or a smaller home in Whangārei.
We provide patient, respectful downsizing support for Northland seniors and their families.
Includes:
- Calm walk-through and planning session
- Help sorting what stays, what donates, and what goes
- Removal over one or multiple days as needed
- Donation coordination with Whangārei charities
- Recycling of appropriate materials
Why families choose us for downsizing: We understand this is emotional, not just physical work. We work at your pace and respect the significance of belongings.
Booking fee: $300 to secure appointment
Balance: Invoiced after completion (payment terms: 30 days)
Estate Clearance Northland
From $2,875For families clearing a property after bereavement or sale.
Full property clearance handled with care and discretion throughout Northland.
Includes:
- Clear plan discussed before work begins
- Important or sensitive items carefully set aside
- Full removal, recycling, and donation
- Property cleared and ready for next steps (sale, handover, or new occupants)
Why families trust us: We've helped Whangārei families through some of their hardest days. We work respectfully, communicate clearly, and take the weight off your shoulders.
Booking fee: $300 to secure appointment
Balance: Invoiced after completion (payment terms: 30 days)
Not Sure What Size Load You Have?
We're happy to help you estimate!
Option 1: Send photos
Text or email us photos of what needs removing and we'll give you an accurate quote.
Option 2: Quick phone chat
Call us and describe what you have — we'll ask a few questions and give you a price range.
Option 3: Free site visit
For larger or complex jobs (downsizing, estates, full house clear-outs), we can visit to give you an exact quote.
Once you accept the quote:
- We'll send a $300 booking fee invoice to secure your appointment
- The remaining balance is invoiced after the work is completed
- Payment terms: 30 days from invoice date
Travel Fees
Pricing above includes central Whangārei and nearby suburbs (Kamo, Onerahi, Tikipunga, Maunu, Riverside, Raumanga, Kensington, Morningside).
Outer, rural, or coastal Northland areas may include a simple travel fee, confirmed upfront.
Disposal Costs Explained
Some items cost significantly more to dispose of at Northland facilities. If these are present, we'll always explain this before we start.
Items with additional disposal fees:
- Whiteware (fridges, freezers, washing machines, dryers)
- TVs, monitors, and some electronics
- Printers and certain e-waste
- Gas bottles
- Fluorescent tubes
- Tyres beyond the first five per load
- Loads containing a large amount of polystyrene
We prioritise reuse, donation, and recycling to reduce landfill wherever possible.
See full breakdown: Additional Costs & ExclusionsItems We Can't Remove
For safety and regulatory reasons, we're unable to remove:
- Asbestos or suspected asbestos
- Large quantities of chemicals, fuels, oils, or solvents
- Explosives, ammunition, or firearms
- Medical or biohazard waste
- Certain industrial or pressurised gas cylinders
If you're unsure about an item, just ask. If we can't take it, we'll help point you in the right direction.
See complete list: Additional Costs & ExclusionsHow to Get an Accurate Quote
For most jobs:
Call or message with a description and photos. We'll provide a clear price.
For larger downsizing or estate jobs:
We suggest a free walk-through to quote accurately and discuss the plan.
What helps us quote:
- Photos of items or space to clear
- Your suburb or location in Northland
- Any special access or timing needs
Once you accept our quote:
- We'll send you a $300 booking fee invoice via Stripe (card or bank transfer)
- Once paid, your appointment is secured in our schedule
- After the job is complete, we'll invoice the remaining balance
- Payment terms: 30 days from invoice date