The Junk Pros blog

Straight-talk guides on getting rid of stuff in Toronto and the GTA — real prices, real rules, no fluff.

August 8, 2026

How to dispose of a mattress in Toronto (without getting fined)

Toronto has real rules about mattresses: they must be wrapped in plastic for curbside pickup, and illegal dumping carries fines. Here are your three legit options.

August 4, 2026

What does junk removal actually cost, and why prices vary so much

Two companies can quote wildly different prices for the same couch. Here's why junk removal pricing varies so much, and why a published flat rate is easier to compare.

July 31, 2026

What junk removal companies can't take (and where it goes instead)

There are a handful of things no junk removal company can legally haul. Here's the list, where each one actually goes, and everything else we take with no fuss.

July 27, 2026

How same-day junk removal works in the GTA

Need it gone today? Here's exactly how same-day junk removal works in the GTA, what affects availability, and why condos need one extra step.

July 23, 2026

Should you donate it or dispose of it? A Toronto guide

Not everything is donatable, and dropping a broken dresser at a charity just shifts your disposal cost onto them. Here's how to tell what to donate and what to dispose of.

July 19, 2026

Bin rental vs junk removal in Toronto: which do you actually need?

A bin makes sense for a long project with driveway space. Junk removal wins for one-time clear-outs, tight lots, and anything you'd rather not load yourself. Here's how to choose.

July 15, 2026

How to get rid of an old fridge in Toronto

An old fridge can't go in regular Toronto garbage because of the refrigerant. Here are your real options, including a $179 pickup.

July 11, 2026

Getting rid of a hot tub: what it actually involves

An old hot tub rarely fits out of a backyard whole. Here's why it gets cut down on site, what you prep, and what it costs.

July 7, 2026

What to do with an old piano nobody wants

Most old pianos are worth less than the cost of moving them, and few charities take one. Here's how to get one out.

July 3, 2026

How to dispose of old tires in Ontario

Tires are banned from Ontario landfill, but retailers take them back free. Here's how, and what to do with a big pile.

June 29, 2026

Getting rid of a shed: demolition vs disassembly

An old shed is two jobs: clearing what's inside and taking the structure down. Here's how it works.

June 25, 2026

How to dispose of a water heater or furnace

Before you get rid of a water heater, check whether it's rented, it changes everything. Here's how disposal works.