Here are well-regarded junk-removal options in Toronto (national brands + local companies), with quick notes so you can pick the right fit. I checked company pages and recent review listings for reliability, pricing style and eco/disposal practices.

Top picks

• 1-800-GOT-JUNK? (Toronto) — national, simple online booking, two-person crews and on‑site visual estimates; common choice for single-item to whole-house jobs. Good for convenience but read recent local reviews for pricing experiences. (ca.trustpilot.com)

• College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving — national franchise that emphasizes donation/recycling and moving help in addition to junk removal; useful if you want furniture moved or donated. Generally positive reviews for professionalism; pricing is by truck/load/volume. (trustpilot.com)

• JunkWorks / Junk Works (Neighbourly brands) — operates in Canada with same-day bookings advertised and a focus on eco-friendly sorting (donation/recycle). Often promotes upfront all‑inclusive pricing. Good option for medium‑to‑large cleanouts. (junk-works.ca)

• JunkGone (local / GTA) — Toronto/GTA company running since 2006; advertises appliance/furniture, construction debris, electronics recycling and residential/commercial service. Good local alternative with local knowledge of disposal/recycling rules. (JunkGone.ca)

• Junk Is Gone / SMS Contractors (GTA) — local Toronto/GTA operator that offers same‑day service, labour‑only, and construction/reno debris pickup; often competitively priced for labour‑heavy jobs. (junkisgone.ca)

• Local specialized services (appliances, mattresses, metal recycling, hoarding/estate cleanouts) — if you have e-waste, appliances or hazardous items, look for companies explicitly listing electronics recycling, appliance pick-up, or certified disposal on their site (many of the companies above do). Check local municipal programs for some items (electronics, mattresses) — they can be cheaper or free. (See company pages above for services.) (JunkGone.ca)

How to choose the best one for your job

• Get 2–3 written quotes: national firms and local companies often differ in minimums, stair/fee structure and tipping expectations. Prefer on‑site or photo-based quotes over verbal estimates.
• Ask about disposal chain: donation partners, recycling yards, and landfill; if reducing landfill is important, ask for donation receipts or what percentage is donated/recycled.
• Confirm pricing details: base/minimum charge, truck-size vs volume pricing, extra labour fees (stairs, long carries), tipping policy and payment methods.
• Insurance & licensing: ensure crew is insured and able to handle heavy items safely (important for furniture/appliance removal).
• Same‑day vs scheduled: if you need fast pickup, confirm same‑day availability (often costs more).

Typical price signals (ballpark)

• Single small item (sofa/chair): often CAD $100–$200 minimum with national brands; local companies sometimes lower.
• Partial truck load / multiple items: CAD $200–$500 depending on volume and stairs.
• Full truck / estate cleanout: CAD $500+ up to many thousands depending on size and labour. Prices vary a lot by provider, access (stairs/elevator), and landfill/disposal fees — always get a written quote. (Use the company booking pages above to request exact quotes.) (yelp.com)

Quick next steps

1. Take clear photos of the items and note whether there are stairs/elevator access and the postal code.
2. Contact 2–3 of the companies above for photo-based or on‑site estimates (use their site booking or phone). Links/info are on the company pages I cited. (ca.trustpilot.com)

If you want, tell me:

• what you need removed (furniture, appliances, construction debris, e‑waste),
• whether access has stairs/elevator, and I’ll shortlist 2–3 best fits (including estimated price ranges and direct phone/booking pages).