Monthly Archive for June, 2010

4th of July Junk Removal

Published on June 29, 2010 in Junk Removal Franchise, Residential Junk Removal, Yard Waste Removal and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , , .


The 4th of July is coming up this weekend.  This a great time of the year when Americans celebrate their independence day with backyard barbecues and gatherings with families and friends.  The 4th of July is a fantastic holiday because it lets people simply enjoy themselves – whether it be sampling some good ole’ fashioned burgers and dogs, tossing back a cold one, watching sports, having a catch or any number of other summer activities.   Usually 4th of July parties take place at somebody’s house – is it going to be yours this year?

If that’s the case, you probably already know a bit of preparation will go into throwing a successful 4th of July party.  Beyond the standard prep such as inviting people, buying food and drinks, and cleaning the house, some heavy duty junk removal could help clear up some space for your party.  Here are a few areas of the house that could use some ‘de-cluttering’ for your 4th of July get together:

Grill & BBQ area: The grilling area is the command center of any respectable 4th of July BBQ.  This will be the place where people cook, gather around food, have drinks, and chat.  That said- any unnecessary junk in this area will make it feel small and cluttered for your guests.  If you bought a brand new grill for the fourth, the old one is probably still sitting on the porch. You’ll need to get rid of it.

Pool area: If you are lucky enough to have pool you’ll be sure to invite your 4th of July guests to take a dip, especially if it turns out to be a hot summer day.  If you have a pool, you can also be assured that your guests will brings friends and maybe even friends of friends.  You’ll want to ensure that your pool area can accommodate quite a few guests that will be eating, laying out, running around, as well as jumping in and out of the pool.  Any extra junk around the pool area can be both annoying and dangerous for your guests- be sure to haul that junk prior to your party.

Backyard: For most 4th of July events the backyard is center stage for the party.  This is where the kids will run to after dinner to release all that excess energy. This is where the teens will escape to get away from the adults, and where you might consider throwing a ball around to burn off that extra burger and helping of potato salad. Any clutter like Yard Waste will only get in the way of having fun.  A clutter-free yard will make for the best experience for you and your guests. Make sure any yard waste removal takes place prior to the party.

TV Room: This summer, soccer fans might pile into your TV room to watch the World Cup on the 4th of July (even though the U.S. was eliminated).  You’ll want to make sure that every guest has a seat or place to watch – any extra junk like old shelves, chests, or furniture will only get in the way of a great viewing experience.

Although you could try and haul all this junk yourself, there are a number of responsibilities you need to take on for your 4th of July party.  The best option is to hire a reliable, efficient and eco-friendly Junk Removal service to do the hauling for you.  Junk King can be in and out in no time; before you know it your house and yard will be junk-free and good to go for the best 4th of July yet.

E-Waste Removal and Recycling

Published on June 23, 2010 in E-waste Removal and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .

A recent Scientific American article reports that a staggering 70% of heavy metals that end up in landfills come from electronics that people throw out.  From Scientific American:  “The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reports that Americans trash two million tons of unwanted electronics each year—six times the amount they recycle. To make matters worse, U.S. companies often ship old equipment to poor nations whose landfills and incinerators are ill equipped, subjecting already struggling populations to lead, cadmium, beryllium, and other contaminants.”

The problem of e-waste, or electronic junk, is a huge one.  We all know how it works:  you buy a brand new computer, printer, phone or device and before you know it, the item is outdated.  At the rate that technology is improving, we end up having to upgrade our purchases within a year or two of first buying.  What then?  Many people simply don’t know what to do with their e-waste, so they toss the items in the trash bin.   These items then end up in our landfills, slowly seeping deadly chemicals into the nearby eco-systems.

Some old electronic items in homes and offices are too large to get rid of and end up sitting around collecting dust.  Old-style computer monitors, processors and printers are fairly hefty and aren’t necessarily easy to haul out of the house.  In addition, to recycle e-waste, the items need to be taken to the right recycling facilities where the parts can be properly handled.
Office electronics are even larger.  Industrial printers and scanners are huge – they are incredibly difficult to get rid of and often end up in some back room within the office building.  As far as running a business goes, this use of space is inefficient and probably affecting the company’s bottom line.  This ‘back room’ could be cleared out and re-utilized as another single office where an employee could be more productive.

Whether you are a home owner or a business owner the same problem exists: efficiently getting rid of your e-waste, both with the purpose of clearing out unnecessary clutter as well as taking responsibility for our environment.   The solution to this e-waste removal problem is contacting seasoned junk removal professionals, like Junk-King.  Junk-King can handle your e-waste problem by efficiently and affordably hauling out your unwanted electronics.  Not only that, Junk-King makes sure to take your e-waste where it belongs – to the proper recycling centers.  With Junk-King, you’ll be sure that your old electronics don’t end up sitting in a landfill hurting our environment.

Junk Removal Reviews

Published on June 18, 2010 in Bay Area Junk Removal, Junk King San Carlos and Junk Removal Reviews. 0 Comments Tags: , , , .

What’s in a review?  Nowadays, when someone wants to use a service, try out a restaurant, see a movie, hire a contractor, or even see a dentist, they check out the reviews first.  It makes sense that if you are going to put down money for a service or product, you need to do a bit of research first to make sure you’re getting your money’s worth. Back in the day people would look for word of mouth reviews, simply by speaking with neighbors, family members and friends that might have previously used the service or product.  Today, most people go online for their reviews.  The great thing about the internet is there are a plethora of reviews for all sorts of services and goods out there.

‘Professional reviews’ are one thing – although they are often well-crafted and eloquent, you can’t always trust what a single person has to say (especially if they are being paid for writing it).  The other option is checking out the user created reviews online.  These reviews are created just because an individual has tried out a service or product and they want to share their opinion, whether it is praising the service, telling people to stay away, or anything in between.

There are number of prominent websites to check online for reviews, but one of the biggest and most trusted one is Yelp.com.  Yelp’s motto is ‘real people, real reviews’ and that is exactly what you get with the website.  Yelp provides a more balanced perspective than many other sites just because of the sheer volume of reviews that are written.  Although one or two biased reviews can throw the balance in one direction, if there are ten or more it’s probably a good customer representation.

Junk King San Carlos is proud to provide it’s customers with the most professional, eco-friendly and affordable junk removal service in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our commitment to giving our customers outstanding service is reflected in our Junk Removal Reviews on Yelp.   A recent review from 5/10/2010 reads:

“Let me tell you why they earned every penny. Twenty minutes. The guys were super efficient. Pros. They really worked hard and fast. Tried to watch out for my walls as well… There are certain things you want to spend money on. Certain things where quality matters. Go with Junk King. Keep your peace of mind and clear out your clutter.”

Junk King San Carlos would like to continue to add to our great Yelp reviews by continuing to provide a valuable service at an affordable price.  If you are in need of Bay Area Junk Removal, book an appointment online or give us a call at 1-800-995-5865.

Fathers Day Junk Hauling

Published on June 18, 2010 in Fathers Day, Residential Junk Removal, Yard Waste Removal and junk hauling. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .


Maybe you’re wondering what to get your dad for father’s day this year.  You could pick up some tools – but he’s already got so many.   Maybe a good book – but you aren’t sure what he’s already read this year.  How about a gift that he won’t put aside, something that will last?  Here’s an idea: think about booking dad a junk hauling appointment for father’s day.

Your dad probably is pretty busy and has had several ‘projects’ on the back burner that he just hasn’t had time to get to.  One of those projects could be clearing out some free space from various rooms around the house.  The garage might be filled with extra junk like rusty bikes, torn up sports equipment and a broken down lawnmower.  The basement might have some shelves lying around that are no longer being used.  His workroom may be serving as the current holding space for an old clunky washer-dryer.  These are all rooms that dad probably had the idea to ‘fix-up’ at some point, but he simply doesn’t have the time.

The backyard is likely also on dad’s list of fix up projects.  Last year’s storm may have left fallen tree branches across the yard.   He’d love to get those cleaned up, but he isn’t in the physical condition he used to be in and may have trouble lifting the larger branches.

What could be a better father’s day present than having a professional junk hauling service to stop by the house and get these projects completed?  Beyond giving him peace of mind, he’d gain a ton of free space to start working on new projects.   All that junk that has collected over the years would finally get hauled out of his house.  In addition, dad could feel extra good because of Junk King’s eco-friendly junk hauling policies.  By recycling up to 60% of all collected materials, your dad could rest easy knowing his junk wasn’t harming the environment around us.

Father’s day is about giving thanks to your dad.  He certainly picked up a lot of your junk when you were a kid – whether it was the mess in the toy room, the shoes in the hall or the bikes in the driveway.  For once, let someone else clean up his mess.  Give Junk King a call at 1-800-995-JUNK or book online and send our seasoned professionals over to dad’s house this weekend.

Professional Haulers Prevent Back Pain

Published on June 15, 2010 in Back Pain, Damaged Furniture, Old Furniture Pick Up, Pick Up Old Furniture, Professional Haulers, Residential Junk Removal, junk hauling and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , , .

We all know a friend or family member that has hurt their back lifting something heavy.  Back pain is the reason for one fifth of all physicians’ visits in the US, with a staggering nine out of ten adults experiencing back pain at least once during their lifetime.  Back pain can range from a mere everyday annoyance to a serious problem, underlying a medical condition or issue with the spine.

Although we all like to think we can hold our own in the lifting department, when it comes down to it very few people lift objects properly.  Improper lifting, without fully utilizing the legs, is one of the primary reasons for back injuries. Lifting heavy objects adds to the problem: the bigger the furniture, the bigger potential for a serious back injury.

Most of us have had the experience of removing furniture from someone’s house or apartment.   Carrying an old-school 40 inch television can put you in some awkward positions, reaching and grappling for a good grip and probably not paying attention to the ‘proper way’ of lifting.

Couches also are fairly difficult to maneuver while they are in one piece.  Trying to get couches down several flights of stairs can often be a three person job, which ends up with one person pinned against a stair railing or wall.  This type of situation is obviously is no good for back health.

Moving these types of heavy objects out of a home or apartment is often not taken seriously, but it can lead to a serious lifetime of back pain and problems.  Although it is ‘possible’ to haul your old furniture or junk out on your own, it’s probably not worth the risk.

Experienced and professional junk haulers like Junk King know the proper way to move large and heavy items.  Junk King employs trained professionals that will make sure to take care in not damaging any of your property while hauling the items out.  Although you will need to spend money for this professional service, it will be well worth the while- imagine the cost of doctors’ visits for the next several years due to a pinched nerve or rotated disk.

New Junk King Franchises

Published on June 12, 2010 in Junk Removal Franchise, junk franchise, junk hauling business and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , .


Junk King continues to expand across country with new franchises in Alameda and Contra Costa County California, Fairfax Virginia and Memphis Tennessee.  All of these franchisees are excited to become a part of our Junk King round table.  They are committed to providing our customers across the country with an efficient, affordable and eco-friendly junk removal service.

Junk King sets itself apart from other junk hauling companies by providing our franchisees with unparalleled support to help get their business off the ground and promote themselves during operations.

If you are an entrepreneur who is interested in starting your own Junk King franchise, we’re ready to get you rolling. Give us a call at 1-800-995-5865 or visit the franchise section of our website for more information.

Recycle Old Furniture

Published on June 10, 2010 in Green Junk Removal, Old Furniture Pick Up, Pick Up Old Furniture, Recycle Furniture and Recycling. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , .


There comes a time in every household when old pieces of furniture need to be disposed of.  Maybe it’s when the kids go off to college and you decide to buy some more upscale furniture.  Perhaps the new puppy went to work on those couches and coffee tables and replacements are in order.  Either way, replacing furniture means getting rid of the old stuff.  The question is: can getting rid of old furniture be done in an eco-friendly way?

Making the decision to recycle your old furniture is a big one, because it can end up impacting the environment around us.  Here are a few reasons why recycling old furniture is eco-friendly:

  • Recycling old furniture prevents the need for new material to be created and harvested from forests – your old furniture will end up getting scrapped and reused instead.
  • Recycling old furniture prevents all of the parts of your couches, chairs, tables and beds from ending up in a landfill.  If materials like cotton, wood and foam end up in a landfill they can decompose and release harmful chemicals and greenhouse gases into our atmosphere.
  • Recycling old furniture will end up saving precious energy – the amount of power necessary to recycle your old furniture is less than what it takes to build something from scratch.

So how do actually go about recycling your furniture?  Here are a few ways:

  • Break the furniture apart yourself and reuse parts for other projects around the house.  The wood from a table could be re-purposed for a building a new cupboard, and the upholstery from a couch could be used for designing new drapes.
  • Break the furniture apart yourself and drop it off at the proper recycling centers.  There are recycling centers around the country that accept various materials to be reused.  Just make sure you find the right center for the right materials.
  • Call in some furniture removal specialists who offer a recycling program.  Junk King, the best in old furniture removal and pick up, also makes sure that old furniture end up where it can be reused responsibly.

If you are interested in getting rid of your old furniture the green way, call Junk King at 1-800-995-JUNK or book a free on site appointment online.

Get Rid of Old Appliances

Published on June 3, 2010 in Old Appliances, Old Furniture Pick Up, Pick Up Old Furniture, junk hauling and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .

There are several appliances in your home that need to be replaced every so often.  When was the last time you took a look at the new appliances section of the department store?  Some of the technological and aesthetic advances in the household appliances sector within the last ten years are incredible.  I’d like to take a look at some household appliances that have made leaps and bounds; some of the very appliances you might be interested in replacing.

  1. Refrigerators – Your standard refrigerator of old is gone.  Today’s high tech refrigerators include features like recipe databases, internet connectivity, beer taps, built in high def. TVs and automated storage checks.  Think ‘HAL’ from space odyssey.  Consider getting rid of your old clunker and replacing it with a lean, mean refrigeration machine.
  2. Washing Machines -  The new line of washing machines look great – coming in a variety of colors and styles that can fit right into your home.  You no longer need to have that washing machine deep within the recesses of your basement. Display it proudly and accessibly right on ground level. Not only do washing machines look better, they also perform at a completely different level; offering intelligent technology that washes and dries in one load and micro targets specific articles of clothing with extreme clean.
  3. Microwave – The microwave was one of the greatest inventions of the 20th century – providing people with a quick and efficient way to cook food in their homes.  The microwaves of the 21st century not only cooks food but also offers options that dramatically increases your efficiency, including auto timing so your food can be ready to eat as soon as you return home.
  4. Stoves – Your stove is the command center of your kitchen, the appliance that can determine if your thanksgiving turkey comes out just perfect or not so good.  Today’s modern stoves include a range of features including self cleaning options, touchscreen commands, and pre-set cook settings for various food types.  If you want to start cooking better, it all starts with your stove.

If you decide to get rid of old appliances you’ll need a good way to haul the junk out of your house.  As far as a refrigerator, stove, or washing machine goes, these items are extremely heavy and best left to hauling professionals.  Junk-King provides the best junk hauling service around, feel free to book a free on site estimate online or call 1-800-995 JUNK.