Carpet Disposal and Recycling Services Near You

Replacing old carpet or putting in hardwood floors creates a large amount of old carpet that needs to be removed. However, if you are throwing out large amounts or your carpet is in a less than ideal condition, it may not be accepted by your trash collection company.

Best local carpet disposal and recycling company near you!

JUNK XPRESS takes all types of household and commercial carpeting. After we remove your carpet, we evaluate its condition and decide whether it should be disposed of or recycled. Rest assured, we always choose the most environmentally-friendly method available.

Here's how our world-class service works:

1. Simply call, chat, or send a quote request.

2. Our friendly, uniformed truck team will contact you shortly before your scheduled window.

3. When we arrive, just point to the carpeting you want removed.

4. Once you say the word, we’ll haul your old carpeting or rugs away from wherever it’s located and finish by tidying up the area.  

We will recycle and donate whatever we can, whenever possible.

How do you pull up carpet?

To tear up your old carpet, pull the carpet free from the tack strip connected it to the wall with pliers. Once the carpet is free, pull the carpet up by hand and cut the carpet into smaller pieces as you go to make it easier to move and dispose of.

How do you remove carpet glue?

Once you’ve ripped up your carpet, you may notice some leftover glue on your foundation or walls.

Here’s how you can remove carpet glue from your home surfaces:

1. Remove as much glue as you can with a razor, scraper, sparkling knife, or 5-in-1 tool.
2. Soften hard-to-remove glue with heat by pouring boiling water or steaming the area.
3. Use your scraping tool to scrape away the softened glue.
4. Repeat as many times as necessary.

How do you remove carpet tack strips?

Carpet is held in place by small planks of wood studded with nails known as tack strips. These pieces of wood can be reused when laying down new carpet.

To remove your carpet from tack strips:

1. Locate the tack strip by finding the nail head in the carpet.
2. Place a pry bar between the floor and the tack strip below the nail.
3. Hit the opposite end of the pry bar with a hammer to pop the nail up.
4. Remove the nail.
5. Continue this process until every nail in the tack strip is free.
6. When the tack strip is free, place it in a trash bag.
7. When all tack strips are removed, sweep the floor for any loose nails or splinters.

How do you remove carpet from stairs?

To remove carpet from stairs, start by pulling the carpet free from the tack strip. Pull the carpet towards the ledge of the stairs and use a utility knife to cut along the nose of the landing. Using both hands, pull the carpet from the vertical riser until the carpet is completely removed. Remember to cut the carpet into small, manageable strips as you go and place them to the side for proper disposal.

How do you dispose of carpet?

Carpet can be thrown into the garbage with other household waste but your local waste pickup service may not accept old carpet in large quantities. Instead, you may be required to bring the carpet to a designated waste drop-off facility, or wait for a bulk-trash pickup day.

Can you throw carpet in a dumpster?

Some municipalities allow carpet to be thrown away in dumpsters. However, the amount of carpet you throw away may be limited.

Rather than risk having the carpet not accepted, check with your local waste removal site first. Some companies may offer used carpet pickup or require you to transport your carpet to a facility on your own.

Is carpet recyclable?

Yes, nearly all types of carpet can be recycled because it is made from a combination of fibers, plastics, and chemicals that make it hard to break down in landfills. Being that most old carpet is thrown away in large quantities, many trash collectors will not accept it.

When a carpet is brought to a recycling center, it is broken down into its raw components so it can be reused in new products, including plastic found in household items, auto interior parts, engines, industrial flooring, and even parking barriers.

Can carpets go to the landfill?

Carpets are made of complex fibers, chemicals, and plastics that are difficult to break down in landfills. The best choice to make is to recycle your old carpet.

Does JUNK XPRESS pick up carpet with carpet beetles?

Rules and regulations vary from city to city.  You can simply find out by calling your local JUNK XPRESS team, in advance.

How do you get rid of carpet beetles?

Getting rid of carpet beetles starts with vacuuming all of your carpets and upholstered furniture, throw out any clothes, towels, or linens that have been eaten to prevent the spread of infection.

After you have thrown out any tainted cloth, wash the uninfected linens and clothing with warm, soapy water. Use insecticide in any other areas that can't be washed in the machine, such as walls, edges or carpets, shelving, and cracks and crevices. Dusting with boric acid in areas that are hard to reach will also significantly help.

Once your inside is clean, remove any outdoor sources or nests. Clean your home frequently and seal any unused clothing or fabrics in plastic containers.

Here are the differently types of carpets, rugs, and floor coverings we accept.

• Area Rugs
• Old Carpeting
• Floor Coverings
• Wool Carpeting
• Throw Rugs
• Stain Resistant Carpeting
• Loop Or Cut Loop Carpets
• Nylon Or Polyester Carpets
• Olefin Carpeting

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