After an estate sale in Reno, sort what's left into four piles: donate, sell or give away, recycle, and haul away. Then book one pickup to clear the rest. Most estate sales leave behind furniture, kitchenware, clothing, garage items and things nobody wanted. Here's how to handle each.
1. Ask the estate sale company first
Some estate sale companies offer buyouts of leftover items or arrange donation pickups. Ask what's included in your contract before you plan anything else.
2. Donate what's in good shape
The Salvation Army stores in Reno (1925 Sutro St. and 2300 Valley Rd.) and Sparks (650 E. Prater Way) accept furniture and household goods, but you have to drop them off. Habitat for Humanity ReStores take lightly used furniture, working appliances under 10 years old and building materials. See where to donate furniture in Reno.
3. Give away the rest locally
A "free, must pick up" listing on Facebook Marketplace, Nextdoor or Craigslist often clears tools, garden gear and furniture within a few days.
4. Recycle what you can
Cardboard and mixed recycling go to WM's free Eco-Center on E. Commercial Row. Paint, chemicals and other hazardous items need special disposal. Call WM at (775) 329-8822 to ask what's accepted.
5. Haul away everything else in one visit
JUNK.99$ clears what's left from every room, the garage and the yard, then sweeps up so the house is ready for cleaners, a realtor or a final walkthrough. We donate or recycle items when possible. We price by truck space, starting at $99, and give you one exact price on-site. See our pricing.
Tips for families
- Walk the house once more for papers, photos and keepsakes before anything is hauled.
- Check closets, attics, crawl spaces and the garage rafters.
- If you live out of town, we can work with a family member, realtor or property manager on-site.
Save 20%: If leftovers are already gathered in the garage or driveway, you get 20% off.
Ready to clear it out? See our home cleanout service or check our junk removal prices. Pickups start at $99 and the estimate is free.
Sources
- The Salvation Army Reno: Thrift stores
- Habitat for Humanity: Should I donate to a ReStore?
- Waste Management: Reno service guide (2024)