Best Pool Table, Snooker, Ping Pong, & Game Room Accessory Pick Up & Removal in Missouri & Illinois – MrJunk®

Got a Pool Table That’s Become the World’s Most Expensive Storage Unit? We’ll Haul It Away.

Remember that pool table in your basement that was going to bring the family& friends together every weekend? The one that’s now hosting a permanent display of Christmas decorations, old tax papers, just like that exercise equipment you swore you’d use “starting Monday”?

Yeah, we’ve seen that before.

This year alone, we hauled out pool tables from Columbia basements that hadn’t seen a game since the Clinton administration. One still had the plastic on the felt. The homeowner looked at us and said, “We were saving it for when the kids got older.” The kids are now in their thirties.

Here’s the thing about pool tables and game room furniture, they’re not just big, they’re really big. And heavy. And usually stuck in the most inconvenient place possible, like a basement that somehow shrank since you moved it down there ten years ago. That’s where MrJunk® comes in.

We’ve been wrestling pool tables out of impossible spaces across Missouri and Illinois since 2005, and we’ve gotten pretty good at it.

From Columbia to Alton, from Lake Ozarks vacation homes to suburban game rooms that became storage rooms, and then became “we don’t talk about that room” rooms.

We handle the heavy lifting, loading, and hauling so you can reclaim your space. Licensed, insured, and experienced enough to know that every pool table removal is basically a puzzle that weighs as much as a small car.

Why DIY Pool Table Removal Is Trickier Than You Think (And Why We’re Really Good at It)

Most people look at their pool table and think, “How hard can it be?” Then they remember it weighs somewhere between a motorcycle and a baby elephant, has slate that can crack if you look at it wrong, and needs to fit through doorways that definitely weren’t designed with pool table removal in mind.

We’ve been solving these puzzles for over 20 years.

That means we’ve seen every possible pool table situation imaginable. And a few you probably can’t. We’ve removed tables from second-floor game rooms (don’t ask us how they got up there), basements with ceiling clearance that would make a hobbit feel tall, and game rooms accessible only through a series of turns that would challenge a professional Tetris player.

What Makes Pool Table Removal Complicated:

Your average slate pool table weighs between 700-1,000 pounds. That’s not “grab three friends and some beer” weight—that’s “call professionals with proper equipment” weight. The slate alone can weigh 450 pounds, and it’s fragile. One wrong move and you’ve got broken slate, damaged walls, or injured backs.

Tight Spaces Are Our Specialty:

Columbia basements, Alton split-levels, Lake Ozarks vacation homes, we’ve navigated them all. Narrow hallways, low ceilings, sharp turns, and staircases that were clearly designed by someone who never had to move furniture. We bring dollies, straps, blankets, and enough experience to protect your walls, floors, and dignity.

The Disassembly Question:

Sometimes we can move a pool table in one piece. Sometimes we need to take it apart. We’ll assess your situation and tell you exactly what needs to happen before we start. No surprises, no “oops, we need to take your door frame apart too” moments unless we have prepared you upfront.

Licensed and insured? Obviously. But we’re also the guys who won’t judge your collection of “vintage” beer signs that somehow multiplied around your pool table over the years.

What MrJunk® Can Take From Your Game Room

Pool tables are usually just the beginning. Game rooms tend to accumulate furniture like teenagers accumulate dirty laundry; slowly, then all at once. Here’s what we can haul away while we’re already there doing the heavy lifting:

Pool Tables and Game Tables We Handle:

• Slate pool tables (assembled or disassembled as needed) 
• Snooker tables
• Wood or MDF pool tables of any size 
• Poker tables (including those fancy felt-topped ones) 
• Air hockey tables (even the full-size ones) 
• Ping Pong Tables
• Foosball tables and bumper pool tables 
• Multi-game tables that promised to save space but took up more

Game Room Furniture We Take:

• Bar stools that seemed like a good idea at the time 
• Recliners positioned for “optimal viewing angles” 
• Storage benches full of game pieces nobody plays with 
• Mini fridges that haven’t been cleaned since 2019
• Dartboard cabinets and score boards 
• Home bar setups (including the sticky surfaces)
• Gaming chairs that cost more than some people’s cars 
• Entertainment centers built for TVs from the early 2000s

Game Room Decorations & Accessories:

• Neon beer signs (working or not) 
• Sports memorabilia displays 
• Vintage posters and tin signs 
• Trophy cases from glory days 
• Anything hanging on the walls that came with the “man cave” theme

How Our Pool Table, Ping Pong, & Air Hockey Removal Services Work

Step 1: We Show Up On Time

Revolutionary concept, we know. Our crew arrives in clearly marked trucks with all the equipment needed for your specific situation. Dollies, straps, blankets, tools for disassembly if needed, and enough experience to eyeball your space and know exactly what we’re dealing with.

We assess the situation first. Can the table fit through doorways as-is? Do we need to remove legs or slate? What’s the best path out of your house? We figure all this out before we touch anything.

Step 2: Protection First

We protect your floors, walls, and doorways before we move anything. Those blankets and floor runners aren’t just for show; they’re the difference between a smooth removal and explaining to your spouse why there’s a gouge in the hardwood.

Your neighbors will probably watch from their windows. That’s normal. We’re used to being the entertainment. Sometimes we wave.

Step 3: The Actual Removal

This is where our experience shows. We know how to lift, pivot, and navigate tight spaces without compromising your home’s integrity. Two-person lifts, three-person pivots, whatever it takes to get your pool table from point A to our truck.

If disassembly is needed, we handle it carefully. Slate comes out in pieces, legs come off, felt gets protected. We’re not in a hurry, we’d rather do it right than do it fast.

Step 4: Loading and Cleanup

Once everything’s loaded, we sweep up any debris, conduct a final check for anything we might have missed, and ensure your space is cleaner than when we arrived. Because that’s how professionals work.

After that? You’ve got your space back. Time to figure out what you actually want to do with that room.

What Pool Table & Arcade Game Disposal Costs (We Tell You Upfront)

Here’s the deal with pool table removal pricing; it’s not like hauling away a couch. Pool tables require specialized handling, more crew members, and sometimes partial disassembly. We price accordingly, but we tell you exactly what it’ll cost before we start.

Factors That Affect Pricing:

• Size and weight matter. A 7-foot table is different from a 9-foot tournament table. Slate tables require more careful handling than wood tables.
• Access challenges can increase the price. Second floor? Tight staircase? Sharp turns? We factor in the extra time and care needed.
• Disassembly requirements add to the cost if needed. Taking apart a slate table properly takes time and skill.

Additional items can actually save you money per piece when we’re already there. Game room cleanouts are often more cost-effective than individual pickups.

What’s Included in Our Price:

All labor, loading, transport, and disposal fees. No hidden charges for “difficult access” that magically appear after we’ve started. No surprise fees because your basement is in your basement where basements belong.

Free estimates mean exactly that. We’ll assess your situation and give you a firm price before any work begins.

Yes, you could rent a dumpster and try to do this yourself. We’ve cleaned up after people who tried. When you factor in dumpster rental, disposal fees, potential injury costs, home prices, and the therapy needed after arguing with your spouse about angles and pivot points, our price starts looking pretty reasonable.

Why Game Room Cleanouts Are Often Bigger Than Expected

Pool tables rarely live alone. They’re usually part of an entire game room ecosystem that’s accumulated over years. Here’s what we typically find during game room removals:

The “Just This One Thing” Phenomenon:

You call us about the pool table. Then you realize there’s also the air hockey table that stopped working in 2018. And the poker table that’s been storing magazines. And the bar stools that match nothing else in your house. And the mini fridge that makes concerning noises.

Suddenly it’s a whole room cleanout. Which is actually more efficient for everyone involved.

The Memory Lane Effect:

Game rooms hold a lot of memories. Family tournaments, friend gatherings, kids learning to play. We get it. We’re not just removing furniture, we’re helping you transition to whatever comes next for that space.

Some families take photos before we start. That’s totally normal. These rooms represent good times, even if those times have passed.

The Relief Factor:

Most people feel immediate relief once the big stuff is gone. That overwhelming “where do we even start” feeling disappears, and suddenly you can see the possibilities for the space again.

The Renovation Reality:

Half our game room cleanouts happen because families are renovating. Converting game rooms to guest bedrooms, home offices, or just creating more functional family space. We’re usually the first step in that process.

Other Ways We Can Help While Already There

• Estate Cleanouts: We’ve cleared game rooms from homes where the original owners spent decades collecting everything from vintage pinball machines to hand-carved pool cues. These situations require extra sensitivity; we’re not just removing furniture, we’re helping families process memories and decide what to preserve.
• Divorce Cleanouts: Game rooms are often the first casualty when couples split. “Take the pool table” becomes a negotiation point nobody wants to deal with. We handle these situations professionally and without taking sides. Your domestic drama isn’t our business; getting your stuff removed efficiently is.
• Moving Urgency: “We close on the house tomorrow, and this stuff has to go.” We’ve heard this approximately 927 times. We offer same-day service when possible because life doesn’t always follow your timeline.
• Vacation Home Transitions: Lake Ozarks properties change hands frequently, and new owners often want different setups. We’ve removed pool tables from lakeside cabins to make room for more outdoor-focused furniture, or cleared game rooms to create additional guest space for rental properties.
• The Renovation Reality: Basement remodels, man cave makeovers, home office conversions, we’re often the first call when families decide to repurpose their space. Getting the big stuff out is step one in any room transformation.
• Emergency Situations: Water damage, structural issues, urgent repairs, sometimes game room furniture needs to go immediately. We’ve responded to emergency calls where basements flooded or where contractors needed space cleared before they could begin repairs.
• The “Kids Moved Out” Cleanout: This is probably our most common scenario. The kids who were supposed to use the game room every weekend have graduated, moved out, and started their own lives. Now parents are looking at a room full of unused furniture and wondering what to do with the space.
• Complete Basement Cleanouts: While we’re down there getting the pool table, we can clear out years of accumulated storage, old furniture, broken appliances, and anything else that’s been hiding in your basement. It’s more efficient to do it all at once.
• Garage Organization Assistance: Game room cleanouts often coincide with garage organization projects. We can remove old tools, broken lawn equipment, holiday decorations from 1987, and anything else cluttering your garage.
• Furniture Removal Throughout the House: Moving the pool table often motivates people to address other furniture they’ve been meaning to get rid of. We can handle couches, chairs, mattresses, dining sets, basically anything you want gone.
• Appliance Disposal: That old mini fridge in the game room is probably just the beginning. We can remove old washers, dryers, refrigerators, water heaters, and other appliances during the same visit.
• Electronics Recycling: Old TVs, stereo systems, gaming consoles, computers, we handle electronic waste responsibly by taking care of everything during one visit.
• Construction Debris Removal: If you’re renovating after we remove the pool table, we can come back to remove construction waste, old drywall, flooring, and other renovation debris.

We handle these transitions with understanding. It’s not just about removing furniture, it’s about helping families adapt their homes to their current lives rather than their past expectations.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pool Table Removal

Can you move a pool table to another location instead of disposing of it?

Unfortunately, no, we’re removal specialists, not movers. If you want it relocated within your home or to another property, you’ll need professional pool table movers. We can recommend some good ones. If you want it gone, that’s our specialty.

What happens to the pool table after you remove it?

We explore donation options first, sometimes community centers, youth organizations, or other facilities can use them. If donation isn’t possible due to condition or logistics, they’re disposed of responsibly with recyclable components separated when possible.

Do you remove pool tables & Arcade Games from upstairs rooms?

Yes. We’ll assess the situation and provide you with a clear understanding of what’s involved. Sometimes disassembly is the only safe option. Sometimes we can get creative with routes. Each situation is unique.

How much notice do you need?

We often provide same-day service for urgent situations. For routine removals, a day or two notice is usually plenty. For complex situations requiring special equipment or coordination, we might need more time.

What if other things need to go too?

Perfect! Game room cleanouts are often more cost-effective than individual item removals. We can handle everything in one trip, pool table, air hockey, furniture, decorations, the works.

Do you work around renovation schedules?

Yes, absolutely. We coordinate with contractors, work around their timelines, and understand that renovation schedules change. Flexibility is part of our service.

What about pool table accessories?

Cues, balls, racks, covers, wall-mounted scoreboards, we take it all. No need to dispose of accessories separately.

Will you damage my walls when removing it?

Not if we can help it. We use protective materials, proper techniques, and take our time. We’re fully insured, but our goal is to get your stuff out without needing to use that insurance. Which is why that guy with a plain truck and a cheap price may not be insured if they do cause damage.

How far in advance should I call?

For routine removals, call when you know you want it gone. For urgent situations, call immediately, we’ll do our best to accommodate emergency timelines. For estate or renovation situations, the sooner you call, the more flexible we can be with scheduling.

Get Started With MrJunk® Pool Table & Game Room Acessory Removal

Whether your pool table has become the world’s most expensive storage unit or you’re ready to transform your game room into something that better fits your current life, we’re here to help. No judgment, no damage to your home, and no back-breaking DIY disasters.

We’ve been hauling pool tables out of impossible spaces since 2005. That’s thousands of families who got their space back, hundreds of renovation projects that could finally begin, and countless relief-filled phone calls from people who thought they were stuck with their 1,000-pound basement ornament forever.

From Columbia to Alton, from Lake Ozarks vacation homes to suburban game rooms throughout Missouri and Illinois, we bring the same professional service, hometown knowledge, and commitment to getting it done right. Because life’s too short to let unused furniture take up valuable space in your home.

Your game room transformation starts with a simple phone call or text:

Columbia/Central Missouri: (573) 886-JUNK (5865)

Lake Ozarks Region: (573) 886-JUNK (5865)

Alton/St. Louis Metro: (314) 673-JUNK (5865)

Free estimates • Licensed & insured • Available 7 days a week Same-day service often available • No hidden fees

Serving Columbia, Alton, Lake Ozarks, and surrounding areas since 2005. Family-owned • Professional crews • We do all the heavy lifting, loading, and hauling so you don’t have to.

When your pool table needs to go, MrJunk® makes it happen, without the drama, damage, or DIY disasters.

Ready to get your space back? Let’s make it happen.