Couch and Sofa Removal in Delray Beach
Couches are one of the hardest pieces of furniture to get rid of. They are big, heavy and awkward on stairs, and many charities will not take them if there is any wear or damage. If you are replacing a sofa in a Delray Beach home or condo, here is how to decide what to do with the old one.
- Your options for an old couch
- Donating a couch
- Bulk trash pickup
- Couch removal by a crew
- Sectionals, sleepers and recliners
- Getting a quote
Your options for an old couch
- Sell or give it away if it is in good shape and someone can pick it up.
- Donate it if a charity will accept it.
- Put it out for bulk trash if your collection service allows it.
- Have a crew remove it when none of the above work.
Donating a couch
Charities are selective about upholstered furniture. Most want pieces with no stains, tears, odors, pet damage or broken frames. Some, such as Habitat for Humanity ReStores, accept furniture subject to each store's criteria. Call ahead and send photos. Our article on charity pickup vs. junk removal explains when donation works.
Bulk trash pickup
Many Florida cities collect bulk items on a schedule, but there are usually limits on size, quantity and how the item is placed at the curb. Check with the City of Delray Beach for current rules at your address. Bulk pickup also means you have to get the couch to the curb yourself, which is often the hard part. See Florida bulk trash pickup rules for what commonly gets left behind.
Couch removal by a crew
When you want it gone without lifting it yourself, a removal crew:
- Carries the couch out from any room or floor.
- Protects door frames, walls and floors along the way.
- Takes legs off or disassembles it if needed to fit through a door.
- Handles condo elevators and building rules. Many buildings require an elevator reservation and a certificate of insurance.
- Routes it to donation if it qualifies, and to permitted disposal in line with the Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County if not.
If you are clearing more than one piece, the rest can go in the same trip through our furniture removal in Delray Beach.
Sectionals, sleepers and recliners
- Sectionals usually separate into pieces, which makes them easier to carry.
- Sleeper sofas have a heavy metal frame inside. Keep the mechanism closed while moving.
- Power recliners should be unplugged, and any battery packs pointed out.
Getting a quote
Send a photo of the couch, the floor it is on, and whether there are stairs or an elevator. We give free estimates and flat, upfront pricing, and can usually give a same-day number from photos.
The bottom line
Try donating a couch in good condition first. If it does not qualify or you do not want to move it yourself, a crew can have it out quickly. Call (561) 699-0121, email estimates@junkrangerremoval.com, or see our furniture removal in Delray Beach page.