How Clearway Match works

Step 1, tell us what needs clearing

Start by sharing the basics of the job. We only need contact details and job details, such as the address, what items or clutter need to go, when you want the work done, and any access issues like stairs, elevators, parking, or a tight hallway.

Photos can help crews understand the scope, but you can still start without them. If the job involves an estate cleanout or heavy clutter, you can note that too. We keep the process practical and discreet.

You do not need to share financial account numbers, Social Security numbers, or sensitive records. If papers or private items are mixed into the space, let the crew know you want time to sort them first.

If you want a quick sense of typical pricing before you start, see our costs page.

• Share the size of the job, from one item to a whole home
• Mention stairs, distance to the truck, parking limits, or building rules
• Say if you want same-week service, flexible timing, or a specific date

Step 2, get matched free with local crews

After you send your request, Clearway Match looks for independent crews in your area that may fit the job. We are a free matching service, not a junk removal or cleanup company, so we do not do the hauling or cleaning ourselves.

We aim to connect households with licensed, insured crews, but you should still verify a crew's license and insurance yourself before work starts. Matching is free, and there is no obligation to hire anyone.

Some jobs are simple, like a sofa pickup. Others are more involved, like an estate cleanout or a private heavy-clutter cleanup that may need more time, sorting, or labor. The more clearly you describe the job, the easier it is for crews to prepare.

Learn more about the process on get matched and how it works.

• Matching is free
• Crews are independent businesses
• You stay in control of who contacts you and who you hire

Step 3, compare written estimates

Matched crews may contact you to ask follow-up questions, review photos, or schedule an on-site look. Then you can compare written estimates. This is the best way to see what is included and avoid confusion.

Ask each crew to spell out the scope in writing before any work starts. For example:

1. What items or areas are included
2. Whether labor, loading, haul-away, and disposal are included
3. Whether cleanup or sweeping is included
4. Any added charges for stairs, long carry distance, appliances, or extra volume
5. The earliest available date and expected job length

Typical ranges can vary by area and job size. A single item may run about $70-$150, a full truckload may be about $450-$800, and a whole-home or estate cleanout may be about $800-$4,000+. These are typical ranges, not quotes. Always confirm the final scope and price in writing.

For more background, visit costs.

• Written estimates make side-by-side comparison easier
• Low prices are not always the best value if key work is left out
• If anything is unclear, ask before booking

Step 4, choose who to hire, or hire no one

Once you have estimates, you decide what happens next. You can hire the crew that feels right for your budget, timeline, and comfort level. You can also decide not to hire anyone.

Before work begins, verify the crew's license and insurance yourself, confirm exactly what will be removed, and make sure the price and scope are in writing. If the job involves an estate, a family home, or heavy clutter, it is okay to move at your own pace and keep certain rooms or items off limits.

Clearway Match is here to make the search easier, not to pressure you. The choice stays with you from start to finish.

• Pick the crew you trust most
• Confirm scope, price, and timing in writing
• It is okay to say no if a quote or plan does not feel right