Action Junk Hauling helps with Carpet Removal Service
At Action Junk Hauling, our Seattle team makes carpet removal service and junk hauling effortless so you don’t have to lift a finger. Whether you’re renovating a room, replacing worn carpeting, or clearing out an old area rug, our local crew pulls up carpet, remove padding, lifts tack strips, hauls away debris, and dispose of materials responsibly. We handle all types of carpet and rugs — from household carpeting and area rugs to commercial rolls — with safe, fast, and practical carpet removal methods. Whenever possible we partner with eco-friendly recycling facilities in the Greater Seattle area to divert carpet fiber and padding from landfills. If you need demolition-level work, we also provide carpet demolition service and can coordinate residential demolition service or commercial demolition service for full-floor projects or remodels. Ready to see how easy it is? Check out our Junk Removal pricing to get an instant quote and schedule your pick-up or appointment with our Seattle crew today.
Our Service area is large – from Tacoma to Marysville we have many locations for junk removal near you
Why Choose Action Junk Hauling for your Carpet Removal Service?
Proudly serving Seattle and the Greater Seattle area, Action Junk Hauling offers dependable, affordable, and eco-conscious junk removal, carpet removal and carpet demo work. Whether it’s old home carpeting, area rugs, or large commercial rolls, our Seattle crews pull up carpet, remove padding and tack strips, and haul everything away for proper disposal or recycling.
- Easy Appointment Scheduling
- We always show up on time
- Fast and Friendly Service
- Best Pricing In Town Guaranteed
- We Beat All Estimates
- Fully Licensed & Insured
- Eco- Friendly Removal
- We always try to sort and donate
What types of Carpet Removal service?
We remove all kinds of carpeting and related materials — from lightly worn carpet and area rugs to old carpet padding and heavy commercial carpet removal. Our Seattle junk removal team provides:
- Residential carpet removal and carpet demo for homes and apartments
- Commercial carpet removal and demo for offices, retail, and property managers
- Haul-away, pickup, and disposal — we coordinate responsible recycling or approved landfill drop-off
- Light demolition and preparation for new carpeting or other flooring
Our Seattle junk hauling teams are uniformed and insured — we treat homes and businesses with care and protect your floors during removal. For larger commercial demolition jobs we coordinate with licensed contractors and can provide a full commercial demolition service when projects require it. Request a Seattle junk removal quote online or schedule an appointment to review your carpeting needs and confirm pricing.
- Area Rugs Removal
- Throw Rugs Removal
- Nylon or Polyester Carpets Removal
- Old Carpeting Removal
- Stain Resistant Carpeting Removal
- Floor Coverings Removal
- Wool Carpeting Removal
- Tack strips Removal
- Loop Carpets Removal
- Olefin Carpeting Removal
- Carpet padding Removal
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The Ultimate Guide for Carpet Removal Service
How to Remove Old Carpet Safely, Quickly, and Without Destroying Your Floors
Old carpet traps allergens, odors, stains, and years of dust — and removal is usually messier and heavier than most homeowners expect. This Seattle-focused guide walks you through options for getting rid of old carpet properly, explains when a carpet demolition company or carpet demo crew is appropriate, and shows why a professional carpet removal service is often the fastest, cleanest, and least stressful choice. If you’d rather not do the heavy lifting, schedule a Seattle carpet pickup with our team.
Step 1: Evaluate the Condition of Your Carpet
Before deciding how to remove or dispose of it, identify what you’re dealing with — this determines whether you DIY, rent a container, or call junk removal professionals (including residential demolition service or commercial demolition service for larger jobs):
- Lightly worn or reusable? If the carpet is in good shape, some items (area rugs or lightly worn carpet) can be reused or donated — check local Seattle donation and reuse rules.
- Stained, ripped, or smelly? Likely needs full removal and safe disposal — schedule a carpet removal or carpet demo service to avoid exposure to allergens and odors.
- Water-damaged or moldy? Must be removed immediately and disposed of safely — contact a professional with mold-aware protocols (and consider residential demolition service if structural materials are affected).
Can You Haul It Yourself?
You can haul old carpet yourself, but expect heavy lifting, dust, and prep work. Typical challenges include cutting and rolling heavy carpet, handling sharp tack strips, and transporting bulky rolls — many weigh 50–100 lbs. If you don’t have a truck or the right equipment, book a Seattle carpet removal and let our crew haul away the carpet for you.
Where To Haul It To?
If you haul yourself in Seattle, you’ll likely take rolled carpet and padding to a carpet recycling facility, a waste transfer station, or a landfill that accepts roofing-sized loads. Facilities often have strict prep or bundling requirements and may charge per roll or per pound. Before you go, check local Seattle transfer station guidelines — or avoid the hassle and request a professional haul away service from Action Junk Hauling. Check our dumping guides for more information.
Step 2: Understand What Carpet Removal Actually Involves
Carpet removal is more than ripping up old flooring — it’s a multi-step process that protects your subfloor and minimizes mess. A complete carpet removal service typically includes:
- Cutting and pulling up the carpet in manageable sections
- Removing tack strips, staples, and other fasteners safely
- Scraping adhesive or residual glue from the subfloor when needed
- Rolling, bagging, and preparing heavy carpet pieces for transport
- Carrying all materials out of the building and protecting doorways/floors during transport
- Proper disposal or recycling of carpet and carpet padding (many facilities don’t accept these in regular trash)
Note: old carpet is heavy and tack strips are sharp — DIY carpet removal increases risk of injury and floor damage. For most Seattle homeowners or Seattle Businesses , hiring our junk removal service crew prevents mistakes and speeds the process.
Step 3: Explore Your Removal & Disposal Options
Option A: DIY Carpet Removal
DIY can work for small carpet removal jobs if you have experience, tools, and a vehicle. Expect:
- Hours of physical labor (kneeling, prying, and junk hauling)
- Heavy rolls (often 50–100 lbs each) and awkward loads to lift
- Risk of cuts, splinters, mold exposure, and floor damage if handled improperly
DIY is possible, but only when you have the right tools, a plan for disposal, and help to lift and transport carpet material.
Option B: Municipal Bulk Waste Pickup
Some cities accept bundled carpet via bulk trash services, but rules vary. Typical requirements include:
- Cut and roll into smaller bundles per local guidelines
- Observe weight limits and bundling rules (varies by city)
- Pickup timelines can be slower than scheduling a junk removal service
Always check Seattle Public Utilities or your local city’s bulk pickup rules before relying on municipal pickup.
Option C: Drop-Off at a Recycling or Waste Facility
You can haul carpet to a landfill or recycling center — but plan ahead for fees and acceptance rules:
- You’ll need a truck or van and help to load heavy rolls
- Facilities may charge per roll or per pound — fees vary by site
- Carpet padding is often handled separately and may not be accepted at all centers
- Not all facilities accept carpet — call ahead for Seattle-area locations
Option D: Do-It-Yourself Carpet With our Container Rentals
- Have a lot of carpet to dispose of? If you have the time and labor, renting one of our dumpster containers in Seattle can make DIY removal far simpler and more cost-effective than multiple dump trips.
- We offer multiple dumpster sizes to match job scope — from small containers for single rooms to larger roll-offs for whole-house carpet demolition or demo projects.
- Renting a container is typically much more cost effective if you want to do the physical work yourself — we drop the container, you load old carpet and padding, and we pick it up when you’re finished.
- Check our dumpster rentals page for sizes, Seattle pickup/drop-off options, and trash container pricing.
Note: you’ll need a large weight-capacity truck (for hauling cut rolls), proper tools, and potentially a permit or recycling fee depending on where you dispose your carpet in the Seattle area. If you’d rather avoid container loading or demolition-level removal, our carpet demolition service and carpet demo teams can do the work and manage disposal or recycling for you.
Option E: Hire Action Junk Hauling Company (The Hassle-Free Method)
Want the fastest, safest, and most convenient way to remove carpet in Seattle? Hiring a professional carpet removal service or junk removal company removes the guesswork. Our crews do everything — from demo-level carpet demolition to simple carpet pickup — and we manage disposal, recycling, and any necessary permits if needed.
First, We Recycle
Wherever possible we divert carpet and carpet padding away from landfills by working with certified recycling partners around Seattle. Our process includes sorting fibers, removing recyclable backing, and delivering accepted materials to facilities that repurpose carpeting removal components. If a carpet is contaminated or water-damaged, we follow proper disposal protocols to keep everyone safe.
Zero Effort On Your Part
Our technicians handle every step of your carpet removal service so you don’t have to:
- Safe carpet cutting and removal
- Tack strip, staple, and adhesive removal
- Heavy lifting and haul away to approved facilities
- Full clean-up and protection of your floors during work
We protect your floors and property throughout the process — and we’re experienced handling both single-room jobs and whole-building carpet demolition.
Cleaner and Safer
Carpet removal can release dust, allergens, and mold particles. Our teams arrive with protective equipment and proper tools to limit exposure and keep work areas contained.
- Protective equipment and containment
- Proper tools and trained techniques
- Techniques to minimize mess and protect existing flooring
Environmentally Responsible
Reputable junk removal service and carpet demolition companies aim to recycle and reuse as much material as possible instead of sending everything to landfills. We sort materials on site and coordinate with certified recycling partners in the Seattle area to maximize diversion.
We also follow required disposal guidelines for contaminated or water-damaged carpet to ensure compliance and safety.
Many professional haulers report high diversion rates — ask us for our current recycling stats when you request a Seattle carpet removal quote.
Fast and Convenient
Hiring professionals saves you time and eliminates multiple dump trips, heavy lifting, and scheduling headaches. We offer flexible pickup windows and often have same-day or next-day carpet removal appointments available in the Greater Seattle area — request a quote to confirm availability for your project.
Surprisingly Affordable
When you factor in dump fees, truck rental, tool costs, and hours of labor, a full-service carpet removal or carpet demolition service can often be the most cost-effective option — especially for larger carpet removal jobs. Request a free quote for an accurate Seattle price estimate and to book an appointment or same-day carpet pickup service.
Step 4: Choose Eco-Friendly Disposal When Possible
If environmental responsibility matters to you, ask about recycling options before booking. In the Seattle area many reputable haulers — including Action Junk Hauling — sort carpet and padding so usable materials can be sent to certified recycling facilities instead of landfills.
- Ask your provider if they recycle carpet fibers, backing, and carpet padding.
- Prefer companies that partner with local carpet recycling organizations or transfer stations in the Greater Seattle area.
- Request landfill diversion statistics and recycling rates if sustainability is a priority for your project.
Many haulers achieve strong diversion rates depending on materials and local options — ask Action Junk Hauling for our current Seattle-area recycling stats when you request a quote.
Step 5: Avoid Illegal Dumping
Never abandon carpet on curbs, alleys, or unauthorized dumpsters. Illegal dumping is unsafe and can result in significant penalties — from fines to forced cleanup charges and environmental violations. In Seattle, rules are enforced and reporting is active, so using a licensed service or approved facility is the safe, legal choice.
- Fines for illegal dumping
- Possible environmental violation citations
- Forced cleanup and recovery fees
Hiring a certified carpet removal service or licensed junk removal company ensures compliance with local disposal regulations and avoids the risks of illegal dumping.
Quick Comparison
Step 6: Ready to Remove Your Old Carpet?
Next steps to get started in Seattle:
- Contact a local carpet removal, carpet demolition company, or junk removal service — Schedule appointment in the Seattle area.
- Request a free quote based on room size, type of carpeting, and site access.
- If your project requires it, ask for residential demolition service for structural floor prep or commercial demolition service for large retail/office floors.
- Relax while professionals safely remove, recycle, and haul away your old carpet and padding.
In Summary for Carpet Removal
Carpet removal can be messy, exhausting, and even hazardous when done alone. Whether you’re renovating, preparing for new flooring, or dealing with damaged or water-logged carpet, proper removal matters for your health, your home, and the environment. Hiring a professional junk removal company avoids risks, protects floors, and ensures correct disposal or recycling.
If you want the job done quickly, safely, and responsibly, hiring Action Junk Hauling — a local Seattle junk removal company and carpet demolition company — is a smart choice. We handle everything from single-room carpet pickup to full carpet demolition service for homes and businesses, and we manage disposal, recycling, and any necessary permits.
Choose Seattle’s Top Carpet and Junk Removal Professionals
There’s no reason your old carpet should end up in a landfill when responsible recycling and disposal options exist. Action Junk Hauling provides carpet removal and carpet disposal services across Seattle, offering options for reuse where possible and recycling when available. We handle rugs, padding, and carpeting for residential and commercial projects, and can connect you with our recycling partners to maximize landfill diversion.
Get a personalized Seattle estimate — call or book online to receive a free quote and to schedule same day junk removal or next-day pickup when available.
Areas We Serve
We operate throughout the Greater Seattle area with multiple trucks and local crews — serving neighborhoods and suburbs along the I‑5 corridor from Marysville through Everett, Shoreline, Seattle, Kirkland, down to Tacoma and nearby communities. If you’re unsure whether we serve your exact neighborhood, request a quote and we’ll confirm junk removal service availability and timing.
Additional Junk Removal Services
Beyond carpet removal and carpet demolition service, we offer comprehensive junk removal services like appliance removal, furniture removal, construction debris removal, general residential junk removal, and cleanout services. See our removal services for all varieties of junk items and contact us to get a quote and book an appointment.
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Carpet Removal and Recycling FAQs
Got questions? We’ve got you covered. Check out the most common questions people ask about our junk removal services:
Do you remove carpet and padding?
Yes, we remove carpet and padding and make sure everything comes up cleanly so your subfloor is ready for new flooring. We pull up the carpet, cut it into manageable sections, roll it, and remove the padding underneath. If you want us to take out tack strips and staples as well, just let us know. The goal is to leave you with a clean, bare surface that is ready for the next step.
Do you haul away old carpet?
Yes, hauling away the old carpet is included. The carpet is bulky, heavy, and awkward to toss on your own, especially when it is full of dust, pet hair, or smells. We load it into the truck and take it to the proper disposal or recycling facilities, so you do not have to figure out where it is allowed.
Can you remove the carpet from the stairs?
Yes, we remove carpet from stairs all the time. Stairs involve angles, staples, tack strips, and tight corners, but we know how to handle them without damaging the stairs underneath. Whether your staircase is straight, curved, or split-level, we can strip the carpet and leave it ready for whatever finish you want next.
Do you remove glued-down carpet?
Yes, we remove glued-down carpet, although it can take a bit more elbow grease. Adhesives often cling tightly to concrete or wood, so we scrape and loosen the carpet and work on any stubborn spots to get as much residue off as possible. If you have old glued-down carpet, especially in commercial spaces, we have seen it before and know how to deal with it.
Do you take commercial carpet?
Yes, we remove commercial carpet from offices, stores, apartment buildings, hotels, warehouses, and other large spaces. Commercial carpet is usually thicker, heavier, and often glued down, but we are equipped to handle big areas efficiently. If your business is renovating or upgrading flooring, we can handle large-scale removal and haul-away in one coordinated job.
How is carpet removal priced?
Carpet removal is priced based on square footage, how hard the job is, and how much material we are hauling away. Big rooms and glued-down carpet may involve more labor, while smaller rooms are quicker and cheaper. We will look at the space, give you an estimate, and once you approve it, we will get to work.
Do you recycle old carpet?
When local facilities allow it, we send old carpet to be recycled into new materials like composite products, insulation, or fibers. Not every carpet type or condition qualifies, but when it does, we take that route. If recycling is not possible, we still dispose of it in the most responsible way we can.
Do you move furniture before carpet removal?
Yes, we can move furniture before we start for an additional fee. That includes couches, beds, dressers, desks, and other large items sitting on the carpet. Having the room clear makes the job go much smoother. If you want to save money and move things yourself ahead of time, that works too. We are flexible.
How long does carpet removal take?
Most carpet removal jobs are done in a few hours, depending on the size of the space and whether the carpet is glued down. One room is typically quick, while full homes or large commercial spaces take longer. We work efficiently but do not rush at the expense of doing it right.
Can I schedule same-day carpet removal?
Often, yes. If our schedule allows, we can offer same-day carpet removal, which is helpful if you are on a tight deadline for a renovation or dealing with damage. Let us know your timing, and we will do our best to make it work.
How much does carpet removal cost?
Carpet removal pricing depends on square footage, type of carpet, whether tack strips or glue are involved, and how much material needs to be hauled away. For a general idea, visit our junk removal pricing page to understand truckload pricing. We estimate and confirm everything on-site before starting.
What if I want to rip up the carpet myself?
If you plan to DIY the carpet removal, we can drop off a container so you can toss carpet, padding, tack strips, and debris as you remove them. Our dumping guides explain what materials can be recycled and how to separate them. We haul the container away whenever you’re ready.
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