Junk Removal

How Junk Removal Works

Junk removal is a service that helps you get most types of trash removed from your home or workplace, but this isn’t entirely the same as the scheduled trash pickups in your area where you get a designated bin for your trash disposal and then a truck roams around to pick it up at a particular day of the week and take care of the rest.

For specific cases where you need unwanted clutter to be taken care of, this is where junk removal companies come in. To better explain, imagine that you just bought a new gas range and you need to throw the old one out. Something that takes up a lot of space, such as a gas range, surely wouldn’t fit in your area’s designated garbage bin. This also goes for other large appliances such as gardening equipment, tables or any other clutter you want gone so you can make more space for your other stuff.

Junk removal also takes care of other bulky junk. This includes debris from construction and renovation jobs (such as pieces of tiles, pieces of drywall, broken glass, etc). With a well-placed container for the debris, the burden becomes lighter for these contractors, enabling them to do their job better. The same concept applies to property owners who need their place cleared out as soon as old tenants leave and new ones are about to come in. 

Most junk removal companies, such as That One Guy Junk Removal, offer two kinds of services. The first one being the full-service junk removal, where a team comes into your home or workplace, detaches the junk if needed (for instance, home radiators or a wall-mounted TV), hauls it outside, loads it into a dumpster or truck, and takes care of the rest. It’s similar to hiring a domestic moving service, but the load is disposed of instead of being transported to a different address.

The second one is the self-service junk removal, where a dumpster is left at your property for a certain amount of time (usually around a week) and you fill it yourself. Once it’s full or when the rental duration is finished, a truck comes back to pick it up and haul it away.

To sum it up, junk removal is the most convenient and effective way to get rid of bulky, unwanted items.

The Benefits of Getting a Junk Removal Service

1. You save lots of time and energy.
2. You get more time for yourself instead of taking care of the junk yourself.
3. You have a reliable and professional team to do the job for you instead of figuring it out yourself.
4. You get more space for other things you want inside your home or workplace.
5. You help save the Earth. Some junk removal services offer recycling and reusing options for junk you don’t need anymore.
6. Safety first! A clean space is a safe space.
7. You make your home or workplace a more pleasant sight for guests and potential business partners.
8. You get peace of mind by organizing and decluttering your place.
9. You don’t have to worry about possible injuries when you have a professional team hauling your junk out of your sight.
10. You don’t have to purchase certain equipment to get certain junk away (especially during times of unforeseen calamities or disasters), as junk removal services already have these.
11. You don’t have to worry about taking care of large-scaled jobs
    

How Much Does Junk Removal Cost?

After knowing more about junk removal services, maybe now you’re thinking about how much it would cost you to get one. However, price ranges vary per location, are subject to change due to various reasons, and would depend on the service that’s appropriate to your needs.

On average, pricing depends on two things. First, cost would depend on the volume of junk you want gone. Simply put, this is how much space your unwanted stuff would occupy on the truck or trailer, and is usually measured in increments of a quarter-trailer.+

The second factor would be the junk's weight. This usually applies to construction debris such as demolished drywalls, roofings, and other relatively heavy junk.

Other than those two, the cost for a junk hauling service can also be influenced by the type of junk to be disposed of, as some of them require special handling and disposing. Other companies charge more for junk such as bathtubs and e-waste (old monitors, computers, printers, etc.)

There are also other factors that can contribute to the price for junk hauling services, such as:

1. Seasonality and demand

2. Gas prices

3. Local disposal fees

4. The amount of time a job takes

If you want to know more about the specific cost of junk removal, your best bet would be to contact junk removal companies around your area. Provide details of what you need to be picked up and your location. Afterwards, they’ll give you recommendations on what service is appropriate for you, and then discuss scheduling and pricing.

Questions to ask before finally getting a junk removal service

1. Do you really need a junk removal service?

Before getting this service, make sure that you really need one. You have the option to sell your junk if it can still be put to good use. Otherwise, the best option would be to hire this service if the items are too big or bulky to take care of yourself.

2. Which junk removal company best fits your needs?

Ask around for recommendations from people you know, or people who have hired a junk removal service before. Doing an online search would also work. Make a call and get an estimate for prices on services available. Prepare your questions beforehand. Note that not all junk removal companies have trash dumpsters for rent. If you need this (or other equipment), ask for that as well before getting the service.

3. How does their company do the job?

One important step when looking for a junk hauling service is to do a background check for your prospective junk removal service provider. Online reviews will definitely help, and it’s good to call several providers before the final verdict. Try to weigh out all the pros and cons of each service provider so you can find which one suits you best.

4. Is your chosen junk removal company insured?

Mishaps can happen during the removal, but if the company offers insurance, rest assured that you’re covered for any damages done. Never settle for an uninsured company, especially if you have fragile or valuable items at your place.

5. Where do they dump the junk?

Some of these services don’t offer options for recycling or donation. If you care for the environment, you might not like this idea. Look for a company that separates and disposes of the items accordingly.

6. What are their pros and cons?

As you browse through numerous junk removal companies in your area, think about which company will best suit you. Each company offers services and characteristics that set them apart from the competition.

7. What’s their price for the services they offer?

Don’t simply call several junk removal companies and ask for a quote right away.Let them know of your plans so you can reach an understanding on how to do the job better, and then start comparing the prices. 

You may also opt to write an email to give them more information. Provide pictures of the junk you want hauled away. Follow up with a phone call if necessary. You can also ask around online (such as Yelp, Reddit, and other social media platforms).

Junk removal takes time and energy, but you can always reach out to renowned junk haulers in your area to ask how they can help you. Know when they are available, and simply wait for them to come and do the job for you.

What items do junk removal companies pick up?

These companies haul away junk from your home or business; junk that's unwise for you to dispose of yourself. These items include old appliances, furniture, miscellaneous scrap, construction debris, and much more. Junk removal companies will often take large items that your typical trash collection service won’t pick up. However, this isn’t always the case.

Junk haulers will take various household items and not just junk. Many companies even donate items to charity that can still be put to good use. To give you an idea, here are some of the items most junk removal services take care of:

Bulky furniture and appliances, such as couches, mattresses, dining sets, kitchen fixtures, office desks and cabinets

E-waste, such as monitors, photocopy machines, and computers

Large fixtures such as hot tubs, freezers, stoves and ovens, and air conditioners

Garden equipment and yard waste
Scrap metal

However, junk removal companies won’t take everything, especially items considered to be toxic or hazardous in general. Also, take note that most likely, they will not remove anything that’s too heavy to haul away (such as boats or old cars), or if the items are located in a dangerous area.

What junk removal items companies won’t take:

Toxic liquids such as corrosives, paint, oils and gasoline

Explosive items such as fireworks, fuel, and butane cans

Lighting equipment such as fluorescent light bulbs

Medicine

Asbestos

Aerosol cans

Medical waste