Tulare County · 46 mi from Clovis
Junk Removal in Visalia, CA
Papi's Junk Removal serves Visalia, but it's about 46 road miles from the Clovis base — close to an hour each way — so the published long-distance fee of $50–375 applies. It's the right call for full garage, estate and rental cleanouts; for one small item, Visalia's own drop-off days may cost less.
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01Around Visalia
Where in Visalia does Papi’s pick up?
Visalia has been the Tulare County seat since 1853 and is a base for Sequoia National Park, about 45 minutes east on Highway 198. Mooney Grove Park, on land Hugh Mooney offered the county in 1909, holds one of the largest valley oak groves in California and the Tulare County Museum.
About 141,400 people live in Visalia (2020 census), across Downtown, North Visalia, the Eastside, Southwest Visalia, Mooney and the Westside. If a yard job involves a valley oak, check the city's 1971 Valley Oak Ordinance before anything gets cut — Papi's hauls the debris, not the tree.
Neighborhoods
- Downtown Visalia
- North Visalia
- Eastside
- Southwest Visalia
- Mooney
- Westside
Landmarks
- Mooney Grove ParkValley oak grove and the Tulare County Museum
- Fox Theatre
- College of the Sequoias
- Valley Strong BallparkHome of the Visalia Rawhide
- Kaweah Oaks Preserve322-acre valley oak preserve just outside town
Roads we run
Highway 99 · Highway 198 · Mooney Boulevard · Lovers Lane · Main Street · Cain Street
02Typical jobs
What do Visalia jobs usually look like?
48,441 homes in the 2020 census, 62% owner-occupied.
- Full garage cleanouts
- Estate and downsizing cleanouts
- Rental turnovers
- Multi-load property cleanouts
03Pricing
How much does junk removal cost in Visalia?
Papi's Junk Removal charges Visalia customers the standard trailer-load prices — $85–$125 minimum up to $600–$800 for a full load — plus a long-distance fee of $50–375, because Visalia is about 46 road miles from the Clovis base. You'll get the full number before any work starts.
About 46 road miles from Clovis — close to an hour each way. Visalia is the far edge of Papi's service area, so the long-distance fee ($50–375) applies and jobs are scheduled ahead.
| Load | Price | What it looks like |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Pickup1–2 items · Small items or single piece | $85–$125 | 1–2 items · Small items or single piece |
| 1/8 LoadFew small items | $125–$250 | Few small items |
| 1/4 LoadQuarter of the trailer | $250–$350 | Quarter of the trailer |
| 1/3 LoadThird of the trailer | $350–$450 | Third of the trailer |
| 1/2 LoadMost popularHalf the trailer | $450–$600 | Half the trailer |
| 3/4 LoadThree quarters full | $500–$675 | Three quarters full |
| Full LoadThe whole trailer | $600–$800 | The whole trailer |
04Local rules
What will Visalia haul away for free?
If you have a truck and a free Saturday, Dump On Us is hard to beat. If you have a full garage, an estate or a deadline, Papi's makes the drive and does the lifting.
Dump On Us: free drop-off days at the Visalia City Yard, 335 N. Cain St., for paying City of Visalia customers with a utility bill — the next is Saturday, November 14, 2026, 7 a.m.–noon. Metals, e-waste, mattresses (5 max), tires without rims (4 max) and more.
Source: visalia.govHousehold chemical waste goes free to the City of Visalia/Tulare County collection site at 335 N. Cain St., Saturdays 8 a.m.–1 p.m. year-round.
Source: visalia.govThe Visalia Landfill, on Road 80 about 4 miles northwest of town, takes household trash, construction debris, bulky items, tires and yard waste: Mon–Fri 7 a.m.–4 p.m., Sat 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Source: locator.wastebits.com
06Reviews
What do Papi's customers say?
4.9★ from 74 Google reviews. None of the captured reviews names Visalia, so these are from other Central Valley customers.
“If you have any needs for a junk removal service, the guys at Papi’s Junk Removal are absolutely who you want to contact. We had a big need, and on a Sunday no less, and these guys were so incredibly helpful. It‘s not just that they were available on a Sunday, although that was big, but they were timely, friendly, incredibly professional, and amazingly efficient. There a lots of big-name junk removal services out there, but none who will provide better service than Papi’s. From the first phone call, to the follow up texts, to the first handshake, and beyond, this was one of the best service interactions I can recall having. Pricing is very fair, and the VALUE you get from your money can’t be overstated. Caden, Marcus, and Adam were absolutely tremendous to deal with and saved us enormous difficulties. A truck, a trailer, and a group of hard working guys who are building a business based on value, principles, and ethics. Speaking for my wife and stepdaughter and myself, we can’t thank these guys enough. We will be using them again for the next phase of our project we are dealing with. HIGHLY appreciated and HIGHLY recommended.”
“I was expecting my junk removal to take a few days but with one call they showed up 2 hours later and took care of it fast, friendly service and affordable!”
07FAQ
What else do Visalia customers ask?
Should I call Papi's or use Visalia's Dump On Us day?
For a few items you can haul yourself, Visalia's free Dump On Us days at the City Yard on Cain Street are the cheaper option. For a full garage, estate or rental cleanout — or anything you can't lift — Papi's Junk Removal is worth the drive.
Services in Visalia
4.9★ · 74 Google reviews · Free quotes
Junk in Visalia? It’s gone.
“Papi’s junk removal was fast and reliable. Great service”