What Furniture Does Raba Thrift Pick Up for Free?
Raba Thrift Store takes selected furniture, confirmed piece by piece before we come out. The pieces we say yes to most often: dining, kitchen, side, and coffee tables; chairs (dining, office, accent); bookshelves, display shelves, and storage units; desks and nightstands; small dressers one person can carry; lamps and small accent furniture. Every piece should be clean, structurally sound, and free of major damage. Send a photo on WhatsApp and we'll confirm before you move anything — what fits on our floor and in the truck changes week to week, so a photo is the only honest way for us to answer.
What Furniture Can't Raba Thrift Accept?
Four things are always a no: mattresses, box springs, sofas and couches, and beds. We can't resell them, so we can't take them. Pieces with significant damage, staining, or pet damage generally don't make it to the floor either. Everything else — large dressers, armoires, entertainment centres, outdoor and patio furniture — is case by case: send a photo on WhatsApp and we'll give you a straight answer. For anything we can't take, contact the City of Chilliwack large item pickup or a local junk removal service.
How Does Free Furniture Removal Work?
1. Send a photo of the furniture on WhatsApp, or fill out the pickup form below with your contact details, address, and a description. 2. We confirm what we can take and call you within 24 hours to agree on a time — there's no date field on the form, we arrange timing on the phone. 3. We come to your home and carry the furniture out — no heavy lifting required on your end. 4. Your furniture gets a second life in our store, and you receive a 30% off coupon.
Why Donate Furniture Instead of Dumping It?
Landfilling furniture costs money (dump fees range $20–$80 per item) and harms the environment. Donating accepted furniture to Raba Thrift Store is free, gives the piece a second life, supports the community through our partnerships with Archway Community Services and Ruth & Naomi's Mission, and earns you a 30% off coupon for your next visit.
What Areas Does Raba Thrift Serve?
Raba Thrift Store picks up furniture in Chilliwack, Abbotsford, Sardis, Yarrow, Cultus Lake, Sumas, and Matsqui, 7 days a week. Whether you're replacing furniture, redecorating, or clearing a room — confirm the piece with a photo and the pickup itself is free. Closer to us? You're also welcome to drop items off at 46191 Yale Rd during store hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is furniture pickup really free?
Yes — completely free for furniture we've confirmed we can take. No fees, no minimum, no catches. Send a photo on WhatsApp so we can confirm the piece, then we pick up 7 days a week.
What furniture won't you take?
Mattresses, box springs, sofas and couches, and beds are always a no at Raba Thrift Store. Everything else is case by case — send a photo on WhatsApp and we'll confirm before you move anything.
Do I need to move the furniture outside?
No. We come to your door and handle the furniture from inside your home. Just make sure there's a clear path to the items.
How quickly can you pick up?
We confirm within 24 hours and typically schedule pickup within 1–3 days. Same-week pickup is available for most areas.
Can I donate other items along with furniture?
Absolutely! We also accept clothing, electronics, books, housewares, and vintage items — no photo needed for those. Combine everything into one free pickup.
Schedule Your Free Pickup
Tell us what you have and we'll confirm what we can take — pickup is free.