Proper Removal
Look for a junk removal service that will remove everything from small items to huge loads. It is also their duty to use the correct procedure when disposing of the rubbish as well as recycling the requisite items. Beware rogue organizations that will take your rubbish and simply toss it in a street curb or on public land.

Such an offense is known as ‘fly-tipping’ in the United Kingdom where it is almost as big as problem as it is here in the United States. These companies take your cash up front and cost you even more money as their antics cost tens of millions of dollars to clean up each year, money that comes from the taxpayer. Please ensure that the company you hire for junk removal is reputable and not some company that aren’t listed. High quality companies will also clean the area where the junk was as debris will make the area look unsightly.

Insurance
One of the first questions you must ask a junk removal company is: ‘Are you insured?’ If they aren’t, end your conversation with them there and then. Allowing uninsured people to wander around your property handling junk which could potentially cause injury is foolish in the extreme. What if they get injured handling your possessions? You could have a court case on your hands.

Efficiency
Good junk removal services are efficient and organized. Once you get in contact with them, all terms and conditions are discussed before the job commences. You don’t even need to be home when they call. They will arrive and remove the junk with the minimum of fuss. When you return home, the only way you know they came is the fact that your junk is completely gone. There should be no mess or debris left lying around.

The best services will go the extra mile and help you move furniture from one room to another for example. There should be the option of same day junk removal and there should be an afterhour’s service. It is quite amazing that some companies are only open from the traditional 9-5 timeframe when few people are available at this time.

Junk removal can be incredibly easy if you work with a professional service. They will quickly remove the eyesore from your property for a reasonable price. However, low quality companies can be a nightmare to deal with as they try and overcharge you before failing to properly remove the junk.

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Step 1: Sort Your Stuff
The first step to tackling piles of clutter is to go through them and sort out what’s junk and what’s not. This can be much more challenging than it seems. The key to getting rid of clutter and saying goodbye to junk is being completely honest about each item. Chances are these pieces seemed useful at one time, or they wouldn’t have made it into your house.

One popular method for sorting through your belongings is to set up three bags or bins labeled “Keep,” “Donate,” and “Trash.” Only keep items that you know you will use. Be a bit ruthless when it comes to items you want to save for projects or gifts you plan to get around to in the elusive someday or eventually. Getting rid of junk now will give you more workable space for enjoying your home in the present, rather than cluttering it up with items saved for the future.

Step 2: Explore Your Options
When you’re considering items that you no longer need or use, you have many different options to explore. It may be easier to part with some of your belongings when you recognize that they don’t have to go straight into the trash. Many usable items can be sold with eBay, Craigslist or a garage sale. Others can be donated to Goodwill or the Salvation Army.
If you’ve been saving items to pass on to children or other relatives, you should talk to them now about these pieces. If they’re already living elsewhere, there’s no need to wait to give them these items. Pass them on to their new home and clear up space in yours.

Step 3: Say Goodbye to Junk
As you’re cleaning out the house, you may find the junk pile growing to alarming heights. Don’t let the amount of junk discourage you from continuing. A good junk removal service will be able to pick up and take away even an extensive amount of trash.
If you have large items awaiting pickup, contact your junk removal company to ask about their policies. You may need to schedule special pickup for large pieces. Some companies will also request that you break furniture down into smaller pieces.
Getting rid of your junk can have a monumental impact on your home. You’ll discover more room for keeping your car in your garage or setting up a craft space in an unused corner. When junk is banished, the possibilities for entertaining in and enjoying your home are endless.

Although it might be tempting to ask a neighbor or anyone with a truck to help out for a few dollars, remember that if there’s an accident – the person’s back is injured while lifting or moving your junk – you could face a potential insurance claim or lawsuit. Even if someone hauls away your stuff without problems, if the junk is disposed of illegally, you will likely be held responsible, along with the hauler, if the items are traced back to you or the hauler, if caught, gives authorities your name. Problematic dumping issues include leaving junk by the side of the road, discarding it on private property, or including chemicals that should follow specific disposal guidelines. You might want to keep in mind the following suggestions for hiring a professional junk removal service when you need one.

1. Find a quality junk removal company. Search the yellow pages or the Internet for local listings. Ask neighbors and friends for recommendations. Contact hauling businesses that you pass by while driving around town. Read ads and signs carefully for restrictions, limitations, and costs.

2. Ask if the business is professional, responsible, and legal. Is the company registered as a legal business? Are drivers and haulers insured and licensed? Does the company keep regular business hours? Does someone answer the phone when you call, or do you get a recorded message? Do you receive prompt replies to your email inquiries? Does the Better Business Bureau have a record on file for the company? If so, how were disputes resolved? Do the junk removal employees know how to handle potentially toxic chemicals and where to dump them, such as paint, solvents, etc.? Are they aware of whether certain materials are illegal to dump?

3. Get clear information before hiring a hauling service. Ask for a written estimate for the work you want done, including a price breakdown, along with any additional fees, such as mileage to the dumpster or recycling center. If aluminum, glass, or paper junk is recycled, will you receive any proceeds or does the hauler get to keep it all?

Removing unwanted, unsightly junk is a great way to update your home and clear crowded areas in the basement, attic, garage, back yard, or shed. Take time to find a worthwhile junk removal business with well-trained employees, reliable service, and affordable fees. Knowing that you disposed of your junk properly will give you peace of mind and a clear social conscience.

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Recyclable Materials
The biggest culprit when it comes to creating waste isn’t basic landfill rubbish, it’s actually the aforementioned packaging. Just about everything we buy these days is contained in packaging. This usually consists of plastic or cardboard bottles or boxes. Thankfully, these are pretty easy for junk removal companies to dispose of through recycling. Indeed, 1-800-Got-Junk?, a private removal company based in North America, managed to divert more than 60% of garbage destined for the landfill towards recycling plants in a single year. You can make a junk removal company’s job easier by dividing your garbage up into recyclable goods and waste that must be thrown in a landfill.

Large Items And Appliances
Where junk removal companies differ from regular state-run garbage companies is their general willingness to remove larger items. Most state-run organizations have a ‘3-foot’ rule. This essentially implies that they will not accept items that are longer than 3 feet. As a result, customers are unable to remove items of furniture such as tables and beds. Some junk removal companies specialize in the removal of appliances such as refrigerators, microwaves, washing machines and air conditioners. State-run rubbish removal companies will not touch these items because they need to have all CFC’s and other substances that damage the ozone layer removed before disposal. The specialist companies will have the ability to take the appliance and remove the dangerous materials before recycling.

Hazardous Waste
While it’s true that even junk removal companies refuse to accept hazardous waste materials, there are a handful who are experts in this department. Materials that you would not normally expect to be removed include sharp objects, chemicals, batteries, aerosol cans and household cleaners. However, there are a handful of junk removal companies that have specific centers that transport the material to a city’s hazardous waste location. It’s difficult to find such an organization but they do exist. Expect to pay a little extra for the service but it’s much better than trying to remove these dangerous materials by yourself.

In general, junk companies pride themselves on removing garbage that normal rubbish companies won’t accept. When you consider the litany of things that aren’t accepted by state-run companies, junk removal companies have a large share of the market to work with. If you have items that your local rubbish company won’t accept, chances are, a junk removal company will be available to do the dirty work.

Tins Of Paint
Once you have finished painting the house, you want to remove the tins because they are often bulky and take up a lot of space. Don’t expect a junk company to alleviate your burden. Junk companies have to find places to dispose of the rubbish they collect from others. Paint tins are still flammable and also contain toxins which will damage any water it comes into contact with. You could fill the tins with sawdust as this may reduce the dangers. Alternatively, go to a hazardous waste station and get rid of the tins there. Although some junk removal companies have special centers to remove hazardous waste, these are few and far between.

Batteries And Auto Parts
Not all ‘broken’ car parts are beyond repair. Perhaps they can be salvaged by experts. This is why you should try a salvage yard. With regards to car batteries, these are harmful which is why you should immediately send them to a company who can recycle them. It should be noted that only rechargeable batteries can be removed in this way.

Furniture
This may surprise you but it’s important to remember that the junk company only has a certain amount of space to work with. Items such as beds and sofas will not be picked up unless they are broken into smaller pieces as some junk companies have rules relating to the size of materials they accept. Other options include donating the furniture to charity or asking for a special pick up service.

Deceased Animals
Not every pet owner is the sentimental type that buries their beloved cat or dog in the backyard! Some owners just want remove painful memories and will try to get their junk company to remove the unfortunate animal. Because of potential diseases, this won’t happen. The bodies of dead animals need to be incinerated so get in touch with the local pet shelter and they will help you.

Unbagged Rubbish
You can’t just throw loose rubbish into the bin, it needs to be bagged first. Indeed, most junk companies will refuse to collect garbage that is not in a bag. Some states are very strict when it comes to fining people for littering with fines of several thousands dollars routinely doled out to junk companies. This occurs when the loose rubbish flies out from the back of their trucks. Show some respect for the company and bag your rubbish.

Don’t automatically assume that every piece of junk you have will be taken by a junk removal company. They are bound by regulations and restrictions which means you have to abide by a certain set of rules. Comply, and make things easier for you and your junk company.

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