NYC Junk Removal Guide

Furniture removal rules in NYC apartment buildings.

NYC apartment furniture removal often depends on building rules, elevator windows, doorman instructions and hallway access.

Ask about COI

Managed buildings may require a certificate of insurance before crews can enter with equipment or move bulky furniture.

Large couches, mattresses and desks may need a freight or service elevator window, especially in doorman buildings.

Clear hallways, remove fragile items and tell dispatch about stairs, tight corners and curb access before the pickup.

Ask about COI

Managed buildings may require a certificate of insurance before crews can enter with equipment or move bulky furniture.

Reserve service elevators

Large couches, mattresses and desks may need a freight or service elevator window, especially in doorman buildings.

Prepare the path

Clear hallways, remove fragile items and tell dispatch about stairs, tight corners and curb access before the pickup.