We are NOT a council or charity pickup. We remove, rehome, recycle, and we show up when we say we will.
Why pay to dump it?
Get a live price estimate in seconds, then decide if you want us to remove and rehome your items.
Remove & Rehome Smarter.
Simple from start to finish
No phone calls required to get started. No surprises on the day.
01. TELL US WHAT YOU HAVE
- Select your items using our volume calculator and get an instant estimate of the space they will take in the truck before committing to anything.
02. PICK
A TIME SLOT
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Choose same-day or scheduled pickup. Morning, afternoon, or weekend availability.
03. WE ARRIVE AND LOAD
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Our trained two-person team handles all lifting, loading, and removal from your property.
You don't touch a thing.
04. DON'T OVERPAY
IT
- When we reach your estimated volume, we pause and check in. You decide whether to stop or continue. You are never charged beyond what you approve at each step.
Simple, Transparent pricing
Simple, transparent pricing.
No guesswork.
No hidden fees.
Ever.
Most removal companies quote low and charge high. We don't.
One rate. All items. All loads.
$175/m³
GST included.
2m³
$350
A couple of large items.
Min. pickup.
4m³
$700
A bedroom worth
of items.
6m³
$1,050
Most common
job size.
10m³
$1,750
Larger clearance
jobs.
All prices incl. GST · Access & distance fees may apply · Always communicated before we start
⚠ Operational & Fuel Levy - 8%
An 8% levy applies to all jobs to cover fuel and operational costs. It appears as a separate line on your quote and never buried in the base rate. Always shown before we start.
WE HELP
SYDNEY HOUSEHOLDS AND
BUSINESSES
Moving Out & End of Lease
Clear your space fast, with no stress and no guesswork on price.
Decluttering or Downsizing
Remove what you no longer need without it taking over your weekend.
Deceased Estate Clearance
Compassionate, professional clearance during a difficult time.
You stay
in control
the entire
time
Your estimate comes first
Most people worry about not knowing the final cost. Our process removes that uncertainty.
Before we arrive, you have an estimate based on your selected items.
We pause at your limit
On the day, we load up to that volume and pause.
You are informed exactly where things stand, and you decide whether to continue or stop.
You choose what happens next
Continue if needed or stop there. You only pay for what goes in the truck.
You are never charged beyond what you approve.
READY TO GET STARTED?
Not just removal.
Done right.
Usable items are rehomed, not wasted
Furniture and household goods in good condition are redirected through our rehoming network to charities and families across Sydney, instead of going straight to landfill.
Transparent pricing
from start to finish
You know the rate before we arrive and stay in control throughout the job. No invoice that catches you off guard.
Professional, insured, and reliable
Every job is handled by a trained two-person team, insured for up to $20M in public liability. We arrive within the agreed window and get the job done without fuss.
Trusted by real Sydney customers
Deceased Estate Clearance - Renee
“Clearing a loved one’s home is one of the hardest things you can do. The 2ND LIFE team arrived on time, handled everything with care, and made sure nothing went to waste unnecessarily. They made an incredibly difficult day feel manageable.”
Watch Renee’s story.
REAL RESULTS - LAST 12 MONTHS
Tonnes
Diverted from landfill
NOT ALL RUBBISH REMOVAL IS EQUAL
Features • Questions
Skip Bins
Council Cleanup
Traditional
Rubbish Removal
Remove and rescues usable items
Donation to charities
Full-Service (Loading, Sorting, Disposal)
Eco-Friendly disposal practices
Cost-Effective for small to large jobs
Supports vulnerable communities
Handle all types of waste (furniture, appliances, etc)
Scheduled at customer's convenience
No need for customer labor
No permit required
Fast and efficient service
Transparent pricing
Sustainable (minimizes landfill waste)
READY TO GET STARTED?
Frequently asked questions
Find out what items we can take, how our process works, and answers to the most frequently asked questions about our services.
General Information
Why do I need to pay if my items have value?
You are paying for a full removal service, not for item resale.
Our team handles all labour, transport, sorting, and logistics — that cost exists regardless of what happens to each item afterwards. Some items are resold through our Rehoming Hub. Many others are donated to charities. A significant portion cannot be rehomed at all and requires proper disposal.
Revenue from resale helps keep this model running, but it does not come close to covering the full cost of the operation. Without the service fee, this would not be viable.
Do you collect for free?
No. We’re a professional removal service, not a council or charity pickup.
Our pricing is based on the volume your items take in the truck, measured in cubic metres. Household furniture starts at $175/m³ including GST, with a minimum of 2m³ ($350 incl. GST). You only pay for what we actually remove.
Are you connected to the council or a council service?
No. We have no affiliation with any council.
Council cleanups are free but limited to roughly 1m³, require you to move everything to the kerb yourself, and operate on their schedule — not yours.
We’re a fully independent, professional removal company serving all of Sydney.
How does the removal process work?
Tell us what you have online and get a volume estimate.
Our two-person team arrives at your property, assesses the items, and confirms the final price before loading anything.
Once you approve, we remove everything and you pay only for the space used in the truck.
Pricing
How much does it cost?
We charge $175 per m³ incl. GST across all items and all loads. The minimum is 2m³ at $350 incl. GST. Access fees may apply for stairs, lifts, or disassembly and are always communicated before we start.
How do you calculate the volume of my items?
Cubic metres are calculated by multiplying the length, width, and height of each item.
As a guide: a standard sofa is approximately 1.5m³, a queen bed frame around 1.8m³, and a fridge around 0.9m³.
Use our free volume calculator to build your item list and get an instant estimate before booking.
What factors affect the final price?
Volume loaded into the truck, access conditions (stairs, lifts, distance from the truck), disassembly requirements, and distance beyond 30km from our Alexandria warehouse ($8/km additional).
What if there is more than I estimated?
When we reach your estimated volume, we pause and check in.
You decide whether to continue or stop. You are never charged beyond what you approve at each step.
Service
Do you accept drop-offs?
No. We do not currently offer a drop-off service. Our team comes to you and handles everything from your property.
Do you offer same-day service?
Yes, subject to availability. Use our volume calculator to see today’s available time slots.
Do I need to be home during the removal?
Yes. We require someone present on-site from start to finish to confirm the scope and approve any additional items before loading begins.
What happens to my furniture and usable items?
Items in good condition are assessed for rehoming through our charity and housing partner network across Sydney. What cannot be rehomed is recycled responsibly. We avoid landfill wherever possible.
What items can you not take?
We cannot collect asbestos, chemicals, paints, batteries, oils, tyres, car parts, explosives, or gas bottles. Contact us if you are unsure about a specific item.
Do you handle heavy items like fridges and sofas?
Yes. Every job includes a trained two-person team. You do not need to move anything beforehand.