Owner-operated · Minneapolis Local
Storage Unit Cleanouts That Actually Get Done
We haul every box, bag, and bulky item out of your unit so you can stop paying rent on stuff you forgot you owned.
4.9 from 1,987 Google reviews
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What storage cleanouts involves
The best way to clean out a storage unit is to stop doing it yourself one carload at a time. Call a crew that shows up with a truck big enough to finish in one visit. Junk Genius has cleared hundreds of storage units across the Twin Cities, and the job always looks the same: we load it, we sort it, we haul it. You hand over the key and stop writing checks to the facility. If you've been putting this off for months, (612) 444-5865 is the number to dial. Same-week scheduling, no obligation to commit before you see the quote.
What drives the cost on a storage unit cleanout is pretty straightforward: unit size, how densely it's packed, and whether there are appliances, mattresses, or oversized furniture in the mix. A mostly-empty 5x5 is not the same job as a stuffed 10x20. Nationally, full-service storage unit cleanouts range from a few hundred dollars on the low end to well over $1,000 for a large, packed unit with heavy items. We don't charge a flat rate because a flat rate either rips somebody off or costs us money. Every job is different. Contact Junk Genius - Minneapolis for an accurate estimate before we lift a single box. And for jobs where a full-service crew isn't what you need, we also offer dumpster rental as a separate option for DIYers who want to do the sorting themselves.
How It Works
Three Steps to an Empty Unit
- 01
Call or Book Online
Tell us roughly what's in the unit and the facility location. We'll give you an upfront quote range before we ever show up. No surprises when the truck arrives.
- 02
We Load Everything
Our crew handles all the lifting, carrying, and loading. Narrow hallways, freight elevators, second-floor units. We've done it all. You don't touch a thing.
- 03
We Sort, Donate, Recycle
We donate and recycle as much as we can whenever possible. We sort on-site so the right items go to the right place.
What We Take
Most Storage Units Are Full of the Same Things
After about 15 years clearing units across the Twin Cities, we've seen it all, and we haul most of it.
Furniture
Couches, dressers, bed frames, dining sets. Furniture removal is one of the most common reasons people call us. We load and haul it without scratching the facility walls.
Mattresses
Mattresses can't go to most donation centers in used condition. We route them to proper mattress recycling so they don't end up in a landfill.
Appliances
Old refrigerators, washers, dryers, and window units are heavy. Our crews are certified in waste management safety and handle appliance removal as a matter of routine.
Boxes and Bags
Loose items, mystery boxes, bags you never unpacked after the move. We haul them out without requiring you to sort every one before we arrive.
Electronics
TVs, computers, printers. We don't toss electronics in the general waste stream. They get routed through proper e-waste processing, which is the only legal way to dispose of them in Minnesota.
General Debris
Broken tools, old sporting equipment, holiday decorations that haven't seen daylight in a decade. If it's not hazardous, we'll load it. For trash removal and disposal questions, we're straight with you up front about what qualifies.
Why It Takes Longer Than You Think
Honest Talk About Storage Unit Cleanouts
Related Services
Storage Units Are Often One Part of a Bigger Cleanout
House & Garage Cleanouts
When the storage unit is just the start, we can carry the job into the house and garage cleanout. One crew, one call, one truck or several.
Curbside Pickup
Smaller loads that don't need a full crew. Curbside pickup is available for items you've already moved out and just need hauled away.
Cardboard Recycling
Storage units are often wall-to-wall old boxes. We haul them out and route them to proper cardboard recycling instead of adding to landfill volume.
Real Reviews
What Customers Say After the Job
4.9 from 1,987 Google reviews
- Same-week scheduling
- Most storage unit cleanouts get on the calendar within days, not weeks.
- Crew-certified in MSW hauling and recycling management
- Not every junk company trains their people. Ours are certified.
- Donation & recycling
- We sort on-site and route donations and recyclables before anything goes to disposal.
- Minnesota grown and owned for about 15 years
- No franchise fees, no call centers. Mike's name is on the truck.
Sosa and Diego were absolutely amazing. They cleaned out the whole garage in just over an hour. Very professional. Will use them again when needed. A+.
Brent NeveauSep 2026 · GoogleSosa and Drew were so helpful in clearing out the junk from our garage. I would definitely recommend them!!
Natalie KramerAug 2026 · GoogleFast 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!
Dusty KemmisAug 2026 · GoogleSosa and Diego did a wonderful job! We ended up having more junk than we initially planned, but they were accommodating and kind. They got done very quickly but still managed to do a very thorough job. I would recommend this company.
Colin JoyceAug 2026 · GoogleIf Sosa and Diego roll up to take your stuff, you’re in good hands. Easy to chat with and very fast. Will call again if I need em
CameronAug 2026 · GoogleSosa 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
Riley JayAug 2026 · GoogleSosa and Diego were very prepared, friendly, and professional. They took care of all the furniture I needed removed with ease. I would definitely use this service again and highly recommend this team of guys!
Emily YaroszAug 2026 · GoogleI 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!
Diane HansmeierAug 2026 · GoogleWhy Junk Genius Gets Called on Storage Jobs
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Ready to Stop Paying for Space You Don't Need?
Call (612) 444-5865 for a free, no-pressure quote on your storage unit cleanout. We're available seven days a week and can often get you scheduled the same week you call.