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Carpet Removal Companies That Actually Recycle the Stuff

We pull the carpet, the padding, the tack strips, and the mess, then we haul it all away responsibly.

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What carpet recycling involves

Most carpet removal companies rip it up and dump it. We don't think that's good enough. We donate and recycle as much as we can whenever possible. Whether it's wall-to-wall carpet in a full house or a basement with padding stapled to subfloor, our crews handle the whole job: tear-out, roll-up, loading, and responsible disposal. Ready to get moving? Call (612) 444-5865 for a free estimate. We're available seven days a week.

Carpet removal pricing depends on how much there is, how many floors, and what's underneath it. Padding, tack strips, carpet tiles, and area rugs all add to the scope. Across the Twin Cities metro, jobs range widely from a few hundred dollars for a single room up to $1,500 or more for a full commercial property teardown. We give you an on-site price based primarily on how much material we take away. All sorting, loading, dump fees, recycling fees, and cleanup are included. No surprise line items. Every job is different, contact Junk Genius - Minneapolis for an accurate estimate.

Full Service

What We Remove When We Say Carpet Removal

From wall-to-wall installs to loose area rugs, nothing gets left behind.

Wall-to-Wall Carpet

Full room tearouts, including cuts around corners, closets, and built-ins. We roll it tight, carry it out, and load it without scratching your walls or doorframes.

Padding Underlayment

The foam or felt layer stapled or glued under your carpet. It's heavy, dusty, and awkward. We pull it, bag it, and haul it so you don't have to touch it.

Tack Strips

Those nail-studded wood strips around every room's perimeter. Sharp, splintery, and miserable to handle barefoot. We remove them as part of every carpet job.

Carpet Tiles

Commercial carpet tiles take longer to pull than broadloom. We've done offices, basements, and retail floors. Stack them, load them, gone.

Area Rugs and Runners

Old, worn, or water-damaged area rugs don't need a truck of their own. We take them alongside the rest of your carpet load.

Leftover Scraps and Remnants

Old rolls stacked in the garage, remnants from a previous install, or offcuts from a DIY project. If it's carpet material, we'll take it.

How It Works

Three Steps From Old Carpet to Clean Subfloor

No automated phone trees. No mystery fees. Just a fast, clean process from first call to empty floor.

01
Call and Get a Real Quote
Call (612) 444-5865 and talk to an actual person. Tell us the rooms, the layers, and any access quirks like stairs or a basement. We quote you on volume, not guesswork.
02
We Show Up and Do the Work
Our uniformed crew pulls the carpet, the padding, and the tack strips. We navigate stairs, tight hallways, and awkward corners without damaging your walls. You don't lift a thing.
03
We Haul It Away Responsibly
What can be recycled gets recycled. What can't goes to a proper transfer station, not an illegal dump. We're certified in Recycling Management and Waste Management Safety. That's not just a tagline.

Why It Matters

Why Carpet Disposal Is More Complicated Than It Looks

Old carpet isn't just heavy. It's compressed with years of dust, allergens, pet dander, and mystery spills. Standard curbside pickup won't take it. Most dumpsters fill fast and charge overage fees. And a lot of carpet that ends up in landfills didn't need to be there. A lot of companies dump your junk. We think that's bunk. Junk Genius uses a Four R's framework: Remove, Re-use, Recycle, and Reduce. We donate and recycle as much as we can whenever possible. Being green isn't always the easiest path, but it's been ours since day one. If you're also clearing out the rest of the room, check out our yard debris removal and basement cleanout services. We can knock it all out in one trip.

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Straight Pricing

Flat-Fee Carpet Removal Pricing With No Gotchas

Free estimates

You pay for the space your carpet, padding, and strips take up in our truck. Nothing more. One room or ten, the formula stays the same.

10% Price Beat Guarantee

Bring us any written estimate from another carpet removal company and we'll beat it by 10%. Period. This is the only guarantee of its kind in the local market.

All-Inclusive Pricing

Sorting, loading, dump fees, recycling fees, and cleanup are all in. You won't get a line-item surprise at the end of the job.

Genius Service Included Free

The labor, our crew's knowledge, muscle, and time, comes with the job. You pay only for the volume. The Genius Service itself? On us.

Quick Facts

Carpet Removal: What to Know Before You Call

Cost range is wide

We give you an on-site price based primarily on how much material we take away.

Padding and tack strips add scope

Most carpet jobs include at least one layer of foam padding and perimeter tack strips. Both are removed by Junk Genius at no surprise charge.

Curbside won't take bulk carpet

Most municipal programs don't accept rolled carpet. A junk removal crew is the fastest legal option for getting it off your property.

Recycling is possible

Carpet fiber, especially nylon and polyester, can be processed at specialty facilities. Junk Genius routes eligible material away from landfills wherever possible.

Same-week scheduling available

We're open seven days a week, 7am to 8pm. Most carpet removal jobs can be scheduled within the same week, sometimes the same day.

Prep is minimal

Clear the room of furniture if you can. If you can't, let us know. Our crew can assist with heavy items, just mention it when you call.

Our Work

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The Crew

The Team Behind Every Carpet Removal Job

Junk Genius was founded about 15 years ago by Mike Reimann, a former professional hockey player who played for the University of Maine and the Colorado Eagles, competing across five leagues from 1997 to 2009. Tom brought that same discipline and toughness to building a junk removal company that actually does things differently. Working alongside co-owner Mike Reimann, Chief Junk Officer, the crew has grown into one of the Twin Cities' most reviewed hauling operations, 1,987 Google reviews at a 4.9-star average. That's not a franchise number. That's about 15 years of showing up, doing the work, and earning it one job at a time. Our crews hold certifications in MSW Hauling, Waste Management Safety, and Recycling Management. MN License #3772090-2. We don't subcontract the work out and then disappear. The people who answer the phone are connected to the people on the truck. Want to know more about how this company got built? Read the full story on our about page.

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What Customers Say

Real Reviews From Real Jobs

Diane Hansmeier

I had a few places come do estimates, and Junk Genius was definitely the most reasonable. They were also able to switch our day/time when we had something coming up. Big shout out to Lester and Isaiah! They were friendly, respectful of the space, and incredibly efficient!

Dusty Kemmis

Fast and very good communication. Cleaned out some debris I have been looking at for months. Well worth the price for getting it gone quickly. Saved me a day of doing it myself. Thank you!

Shannon Stordahl

Owen and Curtis were so helpful in figuring out how to address my unwanted items! They had great ideas to make it for my budget. Very kind, professional, and explained everything. Great experience.

Riley Jay

Sosa and Diego did an incredible job on my garage. I had bought a house and the seller had left all sorts of junk in the garage including an old fridge and many mattresses. They were able to work with me to get it done fast and affordably. I will definitely be keeping them in mind for future work

Common Questions

Carpet Removal FAQs

How much does it typically cost to remove carpet?

We give you an on-site price based primarily on how much material we take away. What drives the range: total square footage, number of floors, whether padding and tack strips are included, and how tight the access is. Junk Genius charges by volume, so you pay for the space your material takes up in the truck, not a flat per-room rate that punishes smaller jobs.

How much does it cost to get rid of a carpet?

Getting rid of carpet means more than just pulling it up. You need it hauled somewhere legal. Curbside programs don't take bulk carpet rolls. Dumpster rental works but adds delivery and pickup fees plus your own labor. A professional carpet removal company like Junk Genius handles the pull, roll, carry-out, and disposal in one visit. We give you an on-site price based primarily on how much material we take away. Recycling and dump fees are already included, no add-ons at the end.

What is the easiest way to remove carpet?

Honestly? Call someone who does this for a living. DIY carpet removal means renting a floor scraper, wrestling with staples and tack strips, hauling heavy rolled sections to a vehicle, then figuring out where you're legally allowed to dump it. A two-person Junk Genius crew finishes most single-floor residential carpet jobs in under two hours and leaves the subfloor clean. The professional vs. DIY comparison almost always favors hiring out once you factor in time, equipment, and disposal.

How much does Home Depot charge to remove carpet?

Home Depot offers carpet removal as an add-on service when you purchase new flooring installation through them. Rates vary by market and are typically tied to square footage, but the service is contingent on a flooring purchase. It's not a standalone haul-away option. If you need carpet removed without buying new flooring, or if you want the old carpet recycled responsibly rather than simply discarded, a dedicated carpet removal company is the right call.

Do you remove carpet padding and tack strips too, or just the carpet itself?

Both. Every carpet removal job we do includes padding underlayment and tack strips as part of the scope. We don't leave the foam layer for you to scrape up or the nail strips for you to pry loose. The crew pulls all three layers, rolls everything for transport, and carries it out. Tack strips are especially nasty to handle without proper gloves and tools. We don't recommend attempting them yourself.

Can old carpet actually be recycled, or does it just go to the landfill?

Carpet made from nylon, polyester, or polypropylene can be processed at specialty recycling facilities that separate fiber from backing material. It's not as simple as dropping it at a curbside bin, but the infrastructure exists. Junk Genius routes eligible carpet material through transfer stations that separate recyclables. We donate and recycle as much as we can whenever possible. Our crews are certified in Recycling Management, which means this isn't just a marketing line.

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