Pinball Game & Arcade Console Removal & Recycling Services
Local, Family-owned Crew Recycling Arcade & Gaming Systems across MO & IL Since 2005
MrJunk® provides professional video game console, arcade cabinet, and gaming equipment removal across Missouri and Illinois. From single broken consoles to full-size arcade machines and pinball units, our licensed and insured team handles safe removal and certified e-waste recycling.
Gaming equipment often contains electronic components, batteries, and materials that require proper disposal. We ensure items are handled responsibly through approved recycling and donation channels whenever possible.
Why Missouri & Illinois Gamers Choose MrJunk® for Proper Electronics Disposal
We’re not just another junk removal company that showed up yesterday with a pickup truck and good intentions. We’re your neighbors, and we’ve been in the business of arcade removal for over 20 years. We know exactly what we’re dealing with when it comes to gaming equipment.
Trevor once carried a DDR machine down three flights of stairs in Alton without missing a beat. Dax has removed more Xbox 360s than Microsoft probably manufactured (okay, maybe not, but it feels close).
From Columbia basements to Edwardsville garages, we’ve hauled everything from fried GameCubes to vintage Pac-Man tables that weigh more than some cars.
Why Choose MrJunk® For Arcade & Gaming Equipment Removal
- Licensed and insured in Missouri & Illinois
- Experienced handling heavy arcade cabinets and pinball machines
- Certified e-waste recycling partnerships
- Donation coordination for usable equipment
- Transparent pricing with no hidden disposal fees
- Same-day or next-day service available
Missouri & Illinois Gaming Equipment Specialists Since 2005
- Licensed and insured throughout Missouri and Illinois with crews who know how to handle electronics safely
- E-waste certified disposal is necessary because old consoles contain certain components that shouldn’t just go to landfills
- Same-day service often available for those “help me now” moments when you’re finally ready to reclaim that space
- Featured on A&E’s “Hoarders” for handling sensitive cleanup situations (yes, we’ve seen some serious gaming collections)
- Available 7 days a week because deciding to get rid of that arcade cabinet doesn’t wait for business hours
We’ve removed Atari systems that still worked, PlayStation collections that could stock a GameStop, and arcade cabinets that required architectural planning to get out of basements.
What Gaming Equipment & Furniture We Haul Away For Recycling
Good news: we take almost everything gaming-related that’s cluttering up your home. Bad news: there are a few things that require special handling or that we have to pass on for safety reasons.
Your Xbox graveyard? We’ll take it. That PlayStation collection spanning four generations? Gone. Those Nintendo systems from the 80s through today? Consider them handled.
Modern Gaming Consoles:
Xbox (original through Series X), PlayStation (1 through 5), Nintendo Switch, Wii, GameCube, and everything in between. Dead or alive, we’ll haul them away.
Retro Gaming Systems:
Atari, NES, SNES, Sega Genesis, Dreamcast, N64, basically anything that makes millennials nostalgic and Gen Z confused.
Handheld Devices:
Game Boy (any version), PSP, Nintendo DS, and those weird gaming phones that never quite caught on.
Gaming Cables & Accessories:
Power cords, AV cables, memory cards, and that drawer full of chargers for systems you don’t own anymore.
Game Controllers:
Wired, wireless, broken, or just plain weird, we’ll take them all.
VR Equipment:
Headsets, sensors, controllers, and all the accessories that came with your virtual reality experiment.
Stand-Up Cabinets:
Classic arcade machines, whether they’re original 80s units or modern reproductions.
Cocktail Tables:
Those sit-down arcade units that seemed like such a good idea when you bought them.
Mini Arcades:
Countertop units, bartop cabinets, and those “1/4 scale” machines that are still surprisingly heavy.
Pinball Machines:
Yes, we know they’re not video games, but they live in the same category and we handle them too.
Gaming Chairs & Racing Simulators:
From basic desk chairs to those racing simulator seats that seemed essential at the time.
Media Centers:
TV stands, entertainment centers, and custom gaming desks.
Why Gaming Equipment Removal Is Trickier Than You Think
Here’s what most people don’t realize about getting rid of old gaming gear: it’s not just about the physical weight (though that 300-pound arcade cabinet isn’t going anywhere without professional help).
E-Waste Regulations Actually Matter
Modern consoles contain rechargeable batteries, circuit boards, and other components that are considered hazardous waste in most Missouri and Illinois municipalities. Just tossing them in the trash isn’t legal, and it’s definitely not environmentally responsible.
Size and Weight Challenges
That Xbox might not look heavy, but when you’re dealing with multiple systems, accessories, and furniture, it adds up fast. And don’t get us started on arcade cabinets; those things require serious equipment and experience to move safely.
Sentimental Value Complications
We get it. That Nintendo 64 represents hundreds of hours of childhood memories. The arcade cabinet was going to be the centerpiece of your finished basement. Sometimes the hardest part isn’t the physical removal; it’s making the decision to let go.
How Our Video & Arcade Removal Process Works
We’ve streamlined our process to handle gaming equipment specifically, because we learned early on that these items require a different approach than regular junk removal.
Step 1: Free Assessment (No Judgment Zone)
We’ll come take a look at what you’ve got and give you an honest estimate. No pressure, no surprise fees, and definitely no judging your collection of Guitar Hero controllers.
Our team knows gaming equipment, so we can quickly assess what needs special handling, what might have resale value, and what just needs to go. We’ve seen everything from mint-condition arcade cabinets to PlayStation graveyards, so nothing surprises us anymore.
Step 2: Safe, Professional Removal
Gaming equipment comes with unique challenges. Heavy arcade cabinets need special dollies and multiple people. Fragile consoles need careful handling. Tangled cable nightmares need patience.
We protect your walls, floors, and remaining furniture during removal. If it took three people to get that DDR machine into your basement, it’s probably going to take three people (and some creative problem-solving) to get it out.
Step 3: Responsible Recycling & Disposal
Here’s where we’re different from companies that just haul everything to the landfill. We work with certified e-waste recyclers throughout Missouri and Illinois to ensure your old gaming gear is handled properly.
Usable items get donated to local community centers, Boys & Girls Clubs, and other organizations that can give them new life. Broken electronics get properly recycled through certified facilities. Nothing just gets dumped.
Step 4: Space Reclamation Celebration
After we’re done, you’ll actually be able to use that basement, garage, or spare room for its intended purpose. Revolutionary concept, we know.
Typical Gaming Equipment Situations We Handle
Over the years, we’ve learned that certain gaming cleanout scenarios happen more often than others. Here are the situations we see most frequently across Missouri and Illinois.
The Empty Nest Gaming Purge
Kids moved out but left behind their entire gaming history from elementary school through college. Parents finally decide they want their basement back and call us to haul away systems that haven’t been touched in years.
The Failed Man Cave Project
Someone had grand plans for the ultimate gaming room, complete with arcade cabinets and surround sound. Reality intervened, and now it’s just a cluttered storage room with expensive dust collectors.
The Storm Damage Cleanup
Missouri weather can be brutal on electronics. We get a lot of calls after power surges, flooding, or storm damage leaves gaming equipment fried beyond repair.
The Moving Day Reality Check
Nothing makes you realize how much gaming stuff you’ve accumulated like having to pack it all up for a move. Half of it doesn’t work, none of it fits in boxes properly, and suddenly calling us makes perfect sense.
The Estate Cleanup Challenge
Families dealing with estate cleanouts often find themselves overwhelmed by collections of vintage gaming equipment they don’t know how to handle properly.
What Arcade & Gaming Systems Pick-Up & Hauling Costs (Always Free Quotes)
Gaming equipment removal pricing depends on a few factors, but we’ll always give you the complete cost before we start working.
What Affects Pricing:
- Volume and weight: One Xbox is different from a full arcade cabinet collection
- Access challenges: Basement removal costs more than garage pickup
- Special handling requirements: CRT monitors and certain electronics need certified disposal
- Location factors: Rural pickups may include travel time
Why We’re Worth It:
Sure, you could try to haul this stuff yourself. You could rent a truck, recruit some friends, and spend your weekend wrestling with a 300-pound Galaga machine. Or you could call us and have it handled professionally while you do literally anything else.
No Hidden Fees Promise
After almost 20 years in business, we’ve built our reputation on honest, upfront pricing. The estimate we give you is what you’ll pay. No surprise fees for “heavy items” or “disposal charges” that magically appear later.
Other Ways We Can Help, While We’re Already There
Most gaming cleanouts are part of larger decluttering projects. Since we’re already at your home with our truck and crew, it’s a perfect time to tackle other items you’ve been meaning to get rid of.
Electronics & Media Removal
That pile of old DVDs? The stereo system that’s been replaced by your phone? The tangle of cables behind your TV stand? We can take all of it in one trip.
Furniture That Came With the Gaming Setup
Gaming chairs, media centers, TV stands, and that couch that’s perfectly positioned for optimal controller throwing distance, we can remove furniture too.
Complete Basement or Garage Cleanouts
If you’re reclaiming space from gaming equipment, you might as well go all the way. We handle complete room cleanouts that can transform cluttered storage into usable living space.
Questions People Actually Ask Us About Gaming Equipment Removal
Do you really take broken consoles?
Absolutely. Working, broken, fried by power surges, or just plain ancient, we’ll take them all. E-waste is e-waste, and it all needs proper handling.
What about all these controllers and cables?
Everything gaming-related can go. Controllers, cables, memory cards, that drawer full of chargers for systems you don’t remember owning, we’ll take the whole lot.
Will you judge my collection of Guitar Hero instruments?
Never. We’ve removed enough Rock Band drum sets to outfit a small music store. No judgment here, just professional removal.
Can you get an arcade cabinet out of my basement?
That’s actually our specialty. We’ve removed arcade cabinets from basements, upstairs game rooms, and locations that required us to temporarily remove doors. If it got in, we can get it out.
What happens to stuff that still works?
Working equipment often gets donated to community centers, Boys & Girls Clubs, or other organizations that can give it new life. We maintain partnerships with local charities throughout Missouri and Illinois.
Do you work weekends?
Yes! Gaming cleanouts often happen when people finally have time to tackle big projects. We’re available seven days a week, because your schedule matters.
How quickly can you come out?
Often same-day or next-day, depending on location and schedule. When you’re finally ready to reclaim that space, we don’t want you to lose momentum waiting for us.
What about really old stuff, like Atari?
Vintage gaming equipment actually requires extra care because of its age and potential value. We know how to handle everything from modern consoles to systems that are old enough to be in museums.
Get Started With MrJunk Arcade & Gaming Console Recycling Services
Whether you’re dealing with one broken Xbox or a basement full of arcade cabinets, whether you’re helping elderly parents downsize their gaming collection or finally admitting that DDR machine isn’t getting fixed, we’re here to help.
We’re not just Missouri and Illinois’s gaming equipment removal service, we’re your neighbors who understand that behind every console collection is someone who genuinely loved gaming. We handle every removal with the same respect we’d want for our own gaming memories.
From helping Columbia families reclaim their basements to assisting Alton collectors with downsizing projects, we approach every gaming equipment removal with professional expertise and genuine understanding.
Because in Missouri and Illinois, when your gaming gear needs to go, MrJunk® handles it right, with respect for your memories, care for your property, and proper disposal for the environment.
Ready to press start on your space transformation? Just call or Text.
(573) 886-JUNK (5865) – Columbia & Central Missouri
(314) 673-JUNK (5865) – St. Louis Metro & Illinois
Free estimates • Licensed & insured • Same-day service often available
E-waste certified disposal • No hidden fees • Available 7 days a week
Serving Missouri and Illinois since 2005 • Family-owned • Gaming gear specialists
When Missouri and Illinois gamers need their equipment removed professionally, they call MrJunk®.
5-Star Rated 1, 2, 3, Process (No Corporate Nonsense)
No hidden fees. No disposal charges. Just one simple price, and we take it all away. We do all the lifting, loading, and hauling so you don’t have to.
MrJunk® – Proven Results Across MO & IL
The numbers don’t lie. When Missouri and Illinois families need junk gone, they call us first, and they keep calling us back. Whether it’s a single broken appliance, hot tub removal, or a complete property transformation, we’ve built our reputation on doing exactly what we promise, when we promise it.
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Thousands of Happy Customers
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Family-Owned Junk Removal Experts
Fast & Easy Junk Removal
We’re not just the oldest locally-owned junk removal company in Mid-Missouri, we’re the most trusted. Recommended by neighbors who’ve watched us transform their most overwhelming spaces into clean, organized environments they can’t wait to use again.
Licensed, Insured, & Locally Trusted
We’re the original MrJunk®, not a franchise, not some fly-by-night operation. Dax started this company in Columbia back in 2005, and we’ve been building our reputation one satisfied customer at a time ever since. When you call us, you’re getting the team that’s been perfecting junk removal across Missouri and Illinois for over two decades.
Keeping Missouri & Illinois Cleaner & Greener
We don’t just haul your stuff away and call it a day. After 20+ years in this business, we’ve built partnerships with local charities throughout Missouri and Illinois because we know that one person’s junk is often another family’s treasure. Here’s what actually happens to your stuff: We donate what we can to local organizations, recycle electronics and metals properly, and dispose of the rest responsibly at licensed facilities. Because keeping our communities clean isn’t just good business, it’s what we do!
We’re strong, but we’re not hazmat specialists. Items like lead paint, asbestos, medical waste, chemicals, and other hazardous materials need specialized disposal through certified facilities. We also skip anything with active pest infestations, live electrical connections still wired into your house, and materials that require special permits we don’t carry. But here’s the thing – if we can’t take it, we’ll point you toward the right disposal solution. Most communities have hazardous waste collection events, and we know the proper facilities to recommend.
MrJunk® Serves Over 100 Areas & Locations In Missouri & Illinois With Local Owners
We’ve been serving Missouri and Illinois since 2005, with local owners who actually live in the communities we serve. From Columbia where it all started, to Lake of the Ozarks, St. Louis, and across the river to Illinois – when you call us, you’re getting neighbors who know your area and can be there when you need us. Click on any location below to learn more about MrJunk® in your area and schedule your FREE junk removal estimate.
Look For Us Around Town
You’ll see our trucks all over Missouri and Illinois – we’re out there every day helping families and businesses get their spaces back. Wave if you see us, we’ll definitely wave back. After 20+ years in this business, we’ve learned that the best part isn’t just hauling junk away – it’s seeing people actually use their garages again, or finally have that basement they can walk through without playing Tetris. We’re local, we’re family-owned, and we genuinely enjoy helping our neighbors solve their junk problems. Ready to get your space back? Give us a call. MrJunk® will be there when you need us.
573-886-5865
Thinking About Bringing A MrJunk® To Your Area?
After 20+ years building MrJunk® from a single truck in Columbia to serving communities across Missouri and Illinois, we’ve learned what works. If you’re interested in bringing our proven approach to junk removal to your community, let’s talk.
We’re not a typical franchise operation with massive fees and corporate requirements. We’re looking for the right people who want to build something meaningful in their local area while being part of the MrJunk® family.
Proven business model that’s been working since 2005.- Marketing, training, and support from people who actually run trucks.
- The MrJunk® name and reputation you can build on with a protected area.
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