Junk removal contract template for haul-away services

What a junk removal contract should cover

It should list the items and where they are, state how the job is priced, name what you will not take, say when ownership passes to you, and set when payment is due.

• The pickup address and where the items are located.
• A list of items, with room to update the price on site.
• Volume, per-item, flat or hourly pricing.
• Prohibited and hazardous items.
• Ownership transfer, disposal and donation.
• Access, floor protection and damage reporting.
• Payment on completion and cancellation.

Pricing by volume, per item, flat or hourly

Volume pricing charges for the space the items take in the truck, and per-item pricing charges for each piece, so the right model depends on whether your jobs are mixed loads or a few big items.

The template says that if the amount or kind of items differs from the list, you give an updated price before loading, and the customer can accept or cancel and pay only a fair trip fee.

Prohibited and hazardous items

The contract should name the items you will not take, such as paint, solvents, fuel, pesticides, asbestos, medical waste, propane tanks and explosives, so the customer cannot hide them in a load.

It says you may refuse any item you believe is unsafe or prohibited, and that the customer is responsible for lawful disposal and cost if a prohibited item turns up later. General information only: what is treated as hazardous waste differs by place, so check the rules that apply to your business.

Ownership of the items and disposal

Ownership of the items passes to you when they are loaded and removed, and you may dispose of, recycle, donate or sell them.

The customer confirms that they own the items or have the right to have them removed, and agrees to remove valuables, important papers and personal data from computers and phones first. You do not promise that donated items will be accepted.

Access, floors and damage

The customer provides a clear path, parking and any building access, and you use reasonable care and protection.

To the extent permitted by law, ordinary scuffs and damage to already worn or loose surfaces are not your responsibility unless you were negligent. The customer reports damage in writing within 48 hours, with photos if possible.

Key terms

Volume pricing

A price based on how much of the truck the items fill.

Prohibited item

An item the provider will not take, for safety or legal reasons.

Ownership transfer

The moment items become the provider's property, when they are removed.

Trip fee

A charge for coming to the site when the work cannot start.

Build it in four steps

1. Add names and the address. Your business, the customer and the pickup location.
2. List the items and pricing. Describe what goes and choose how it is priced.
3. Set the date and payment. Planned date and payment timing.
4. Read, edit and download. Every clause shows in the preview.

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