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Yard Debris Removal That Actually Gets Done

Branches, brush piles, and storm debris cleared fast. We do the heavy lifting.

4.9 from 1,987 Google reviews

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What yard debris removal involves

Yard debris removal costs vary widely depending on volume and job type, but the best way to get rid of yard waste is to call a crew that can handle everything in one trip rather than renting a dumpster, sorting by material, and making multiple dump runs yourself. Mike's crew at Junk Genius has been hauling yard debris across the Twin Cities metro for about 15 years, with 4.9 stars across 1,987 Google reviews to show for it. Call (612) 444-5865 and we'll give you a free, no-pressure quote.

The scope of a yard debris job is what drives the cost. A single storm-drop pile of branches is a short appointment. A full spring cleanout with matted leaf beds, old brush piles, a decomposing wood pile, and a tangle of overgrown shrubs you finally pulled out. That's a bigger load, and the price follows accordingly. We won't give you a tight, suspicious number over the phone; we size it up on-site and tell you the price before we touch anything. No surprises, no hidden fees. Every job is different, contact Junk Genius - Minneapolis for an accurate estimate. If you're also weighing a dumpster rental for a longer cleanup project, we can help you figure out which option fits your situation.

WHAT WE HAUL

Every Type of Yard Waste We Remove

If it came out of your yard and you can't bag it for the city, we'll take it.

Storm Debris

Fallen branches, downed trees, and wind-scattered debris from Minnesota's spring and summer storms. We arrive with the right equipment to break it down and clear it out fast.

Brush and Shrub Piles

Old pruning piles, overgrown shrubs you finally ripped out, and hedge trimmings that have been stacking up since fall. We load it all and take it in one shot.

Grass Clippings and Leaves

Bagged or loose, we pick it up. Leaf beds that got away from you over the winter are no problem. Neither are the 40 lawn bags you've been storing next to the garage.

Lumber and Wood Piles

That woodpile that never got burned, old fence boards, rotted lumber from a deck tear-off. If it came out of the ground or off the property, we haul it.

Garden and Landscaping Waste

Old raised beds, sod strips, root balls, and the pile of mulch that's been sitting there since the spring install two years ago. We take the organic waste and the mess it left behind.

Sod and Dirt Clumps

Pulled sod and heavy clods of earth from a garden project are awkward and heavy. We load it so you don't have to. For larger commercial dirt removal jobs, we've got that covered too.

HOW IT WORKS

Three Steps From Pile to Gone

We keep the process short on purpose. You've already done the hard part, pulling it, cutting it, piling it up. Now hand it off.

01
Call and Get a Free Quote
Describe what you've got or send a photo. We'll give you a price estimate before we schedule, no vague 'it depends' runaround. Call (612) 444-5865 or use our instant quote tool.
02
We Show Up and Size It Up
Our crew arrives on time with the truck and the tools. We walk the pile, confirm the price on-site, and get your approval before anything gets loaded. Licensed in MN (#3772090-2), insured, and ready to work.
03
We Load It, You Forget It
The debris gets loaded, the area gets left clean, and we handle disposal, prioritizing composting and eco-friendly drop-off sites over straight landfill. Done same day.

ECO-FRIENDLY DISPOSAL

We Compost and Recycle What We Can

Here's something most haulers won't tell you: a lot of yard debris doesn't have to end up in a landfill. Branches, leaves, grass clippings, and organic garden waste can go to composting facilities instead. We sort what we haul and prioritize those drop-off points whenever they're available. Sixty to seventy percent of everything Junk Genius removes, across all services, gets recycled or donated rather than dumped. That's not a marketing line; it's how we've operated for about 15 years. Minnesota has strong composting infrastructure, and we use it. If you've got construction debris mixed into your yard cleanup, we handle that responsibly too.

Junk Genius junk removal truck actively loading debris and trash from a loading dock in an urban setting.

MINNESOTA SEASONS

Spring Cleanups, Fall Hauls, and Storm Aftermath

Spring Cleanout Season

After snowmelt, the yard reveals months of accumulated debris, matted leaves, dead perennials, broken branches, and everything that got buried in November. Spring is our busiest stretch for yard debris pickups. Book early if you want same-week service.

Storm Debris Calls

A bad summer storm can drop enough material in one night to fill a pickup truck twice over. We schedule fast after storm events and arrive prepared to handle large-volume loads, including heavy limbs and whole root balls.

Fall Leaf and Brush Removal

Leaf season in the Twin Cities is relentless. Bagged or in piles, we pick it up. We also haul the brush from late-season tree trimming and garden teardown before the ground freezes and it becomes a spring problem.

WHY THIS CREW

about 15 years Hauling Across the Twin Cities Metro

Junk Genius has been at this for about 15 years. Mike Reimann's name and license number are on the truck, not a franchise tag.

With 1,987 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars, this is the most-reviewed junk and debris removal crew in the metro. Reviewers consistently single out specific crew members by name because the same trained people show up. We don't subcontract your job to whoever's available that morning.

Licensed in MN, #3772090-2: Verifiable state license, not a vague 'fully licensed' claim
4.9stars, 1,987 Google reviews: The largest verified review count in the Twin Cities for this category
Crew-certified in MSW Hauling and Waste Management Safety: Not just a truck and two guys, trained, certified crews
Eco-first disposal: composting and recycling before landfill: We donate and recycle as much as we can whenever possible.

WHAT CUSTOMERS SAY

Real Reviews From Real Cleanups

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!

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!

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.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Yard Debris Removal FAQ

How much does yard waste removal typically cost?

Yard debris removal ranges widely based on volume, weight, and how spread out the debris is. A small truckload of brush or bagged leaves sits at the lower end of the scale; a full storm cleanup with heavy logs, root balls, and tangled brush piles sits significantly higher. It's a service where a tight price quote is impossible without seeing the job. We scope it on-site and give you the number before we load anything. Every job is different, contact Junk Genius - Minneapolis for an accurate estimate.

What is the best way to get rid of yard waste?

Honestly, it depends on volume and how fast you need it gone. Curbside city pickup handles small, bagged loads on a set schedule. For anything beyond a few bags, piles of brush, storm debris, sod, root balls, a professional pickup is faster and ends with a clean yard that same day. We prioritize composting drop-offs over landfill disposal, which is a better environmental outcome than most DIY dump runs anyway.

Where can I drop off yard waste in Minneapolis?

The City of Minneapolis accepts yard waste at the Reuse Center and through its curbside organics program, but those options have restrictions on volume, accepted materials, and timing. Large loads of brush, logs, or mixed organic waste typically don't qualify for curbside drop-off. Calling us means we handle the drop-off logistics entirely. You don't need to sort it, bag it, or find an open facility.

Where can I drop off yard waste in Plymouth, MN?

Plymouth and surrounding Hennepin County communities have access to the Hennepin County drop-off facilities, but hours are limited and large loads require a vehicle capable of hauling. Our service area covers Plymouth and the broader metro, we pick up at your property and handle the drop-off. Check our Eden Prairie service page if you're in the southwest suburbs.

Can you remove yard debris that's been sitting for months?

Yes, and this is more common than you'd think. Debris that's been sitting since last fall, matted, partially decomposed, heavier than it looks, is something we deal with regularly. Settled piles take longer to break down and load, which affects the price slightly, but there's nothing about aged yard waste that changes whether we can haul it. We come prepared.

Do you haul yard debris mixed with other junk: old tools, broken pots, fence posts?

Yes. A backyard cleanout almost always has mixed material: organic debris, broken outdoor furniture, old planters, rusted yard tools, and maybe an old fence panel or two. We take the whole mix in one trip. If you've got items that could be donated rather than dumped, we flag those, we work with local charity partners and divert what we can. See also: our donation pickup service.

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