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Clear Out Your Office Clutter This Summer

Published on July 18, 2011 in Clutter, Office, junk hauling, junk king and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , .
Clean the office and throw stuff out! Summer is the best time of year to do that because business is slow and you need something productive to do. All of your clients are on vacation and so are most of your employees at one time or another. The tumbleweeds are blowing across the break room floor and you can spend as much time as you like picking through old files and rearranging furniture. Just do yourself a favor when you’re done and get rid of all the old, useless paperwork, tables, chairs, and appliances that you are no longer using. Don’t lie to yourself and pretend you’ll use that stuff again some day. You won’t. Junk King can take care of all of that clutter and make the rest of your year clean and efficient.
Taking advantage of slowdown periods is a skill that most managers learn only after letting one of those time periods go by without doing anything. How many times did you look at those same junk items last summer and didn’t have them removed? You probably thought the slow season would last longer than it did, or maybe you just procrastinated till Labor Day and then got caught in the fall rush. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Hundreds of folks in the same position as you have failed to act in past years and are cleaning out their offices this year on schedule.
Start with an assessment of your situation.
Which part of the office do you want to work on first? That break room is not likely to be this empty again any time soon. It’s best to begin a clean-up in areas where you’re getting light traffic now, but expect heavier traffic at any point in time. In addition to the break room, that could also include the reception area, kitchens if you have them, and any conference rooms that see heavy use during the busy season. Clean these out one at a time and try to do them at night when the office is closed if you can. Even when you’re slow, it’s still better to take care of your junk removal when no one can see what you’re hauling out.
Any sensitive paperwork should be shredded. There are companies that specialize in that type of thing. Any old appliances should be recycled.  Junk King can haul away refrigerators, air conditioners, and old computers to be recycled along with couches, chairs and tables that will be destroyed.
Save your own office for last. You’ll want to be able to spend time on it without feeling rushed to complete the project. When you do finally get to it, think about throwing everything out and starting from scratch. A new look will give you a new attitude and keep you from feeling bored. You might find some great office furniture there that someone else was tired of. You know what they say, “One man’s junk is another man’s prize.” Good luck and have a wonderful summer.

Scheduling Your Summer Remodeling Project

Published on June 30, 2011 in Yard Waste Removal, home remodeling, junk hauling and junk king. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , .
Summer is the best time to take on that remodeling project or do a little work on the exterior of your home. The weather is typically dry and the days are longer, so you have more time to get the work done. Starting now while the summer is young is a good idea because in August it won’t seem so pleasant. The end of June and the beginning to the middle of July are the best times to work on your home, especially if you have to open it up and work without air conditioning. Do the heavy-duty work now and save the finish work and painting for the tail end when it gets really hot.
The first thing you’ll want to do before you start your project is contact Junk King and schedule an appointment to make sure you’ll be able to dispose of all the debris from your demolition and construction efforts. You don’t want to get stuck at the end of job with a yard full of wood and nails that you can’t get rid of.  Many homeowners forget to do this and find themselves stuck with a bunch of extra junk that they can’t handle. It’s part of the job, so make sure you add it in when you do your budget for the project.
The next item on your list will be materials. Buy everything you need in one shot so you don’t have to worry about having a home open to the elements because you couldn’t finish the job. Do-it-yourselfers have a tendency to operate on shoe-string budgets. That’s fine if you’re replacing a bathroom sink or putting in a new closet, but when it comes to a full remodeling job you’ll want to make sure you cover all bases. There’s nothing worse than having to scramble for extra dollars to finish a project you should have had properly budgeted before you began. Your wife (or husband) will never let you hear the end of it, so make sure your numbers are solid.
While you’re doing your budgeting, create a column for time. It takes more than materials and effort to get a remodeling project done. You’ll need to have time to invest in the project also. Can you afford to take time off from work? Are your completion estimates realistic? What if something goes wrong? Will you have time to fix the problem before you have to go back to work? It’s nice to think that everything will go smoothly from start to finish, but you should plan as if it will be otherwise. You just never know what might slow you down during a big project.
Once your budgeting is done and your materials are in place, you are ready to begin. Create a schedule for yourself that includes lunch hours and periodic breaks. You want to treat it like a job. Get up in the morning and set aside a certain number of hours to work on the remodeling. End your day when you say you are going to and you’ll finish the job on time without having to kill yourself while doing it.

Post Storm Cleanup – Incorporate a Little Prevention

Published on June 23, 2011 in Yard Waste Removal, junk hauling, junk king, junk removal and storm cleanup. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , .

The weather this year has been brutal. It doesn’t matter where in the country you live, you’ve been dealing with the wrath of Mother Nature since before the holiday season last year. Hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes, snowstorms – all have become regular visitors to the continental United States. We even dodged a near-miss Tsunami on the West Coast and a possible nuclear fall-out in the jet stream – courtesy of fractured reactors in Japan. We weathered all of this and we’re still standing. The only thing left to do is the clean-up – and maybe a little damage prevention while we’re at it. This thought may have already crossed your mind.

One thing you can do to clean up after a storm has ripped through town is hire a professional junk removal service like Junk King to help you clean up the mess. Junk King’s hauling teams are trained in this type of thing and know how to avoid electrical and bio-hazards, two dangerous side effects of flooding and downed power lines. Even if you think its safe, contract a professional anyway. The grief and potential expense that you save yourself will make it well worthwhile. They will also be able to point out areas where you can be safer and more organized for the next storm.
Prevention begins with asking some simple questions. Look at the damage that was done to your home and figure out how it happened. What caused the damage? Was it blowing wind, flood water, excessive heat or cold, maybe hail? If something was torn loose, is there a way to fasten it down more securely? Did blowing objects in your yard, such as chairs or old junk items, cause damage when they were subjected to inclement weather? You’ll find new preventative measures you can take as you ask these questions and make a mental or written checklist of the answers.
Another tip when cleaning up after a storm is to have Junk King get rid of anything that was lying around before the storm while they’re hauling away dead branches, stray shingles, and any broken lawn or garden furniture. If you live in an area with a history of high winds you probably already know this. You might even have tables and chairs anchored or chained to a solid base so they don’t blow away. If you think that’s extreme for the area of the country you live in, call a few folks up in Springfield, Massachusetts. New England might be known for snow, but they had a pretty powerful outbreak of tornadoes up there not too long ago.
It seems our weather is changing for the worst every year. Perhaps it’s global warming causing it as some scientists suggest. Maybe it’s a shift in the poles or climate zones.  The reasons don’t really matter to the average homeowner. Storms continue to come in and we have to be prepared for them. As you clean up after your most recent storm, take a few extra minutes and get ready for the next one. When it comes, you’ll have a lot less to clean up the next time around.
For the best in post storm cleanup service, simply call Junk King at 1-800-995 JUNK or book a free on site estimate online.

Your Guide to Yard Improvement

Published on May 5, 2011 in Yard Waste Removal, gardening, junk hauling and junk king. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , .
Yes, it’s that time of year again. The sun is shining, the weather is warm, and your yard is an absolute mess after this past winter. Even if you live in tropical or hot dry climates, you took a pretty bad hit this year. Flooding in California, snow in Texas, and hail storms in the Southeast did their share of damage. The rest of the country saw as much as six feet of snow fall in a short period of two weeks back in February. Did you expect your yard to look good after all that? It’s time to get your mind wrapped around the idea that yard waste removal needs to be at the top of your to-do list. Then you can start focusing on a few other yard projects. Here are some suggestions:
Plant New Grass: Chances are the old lawn is torn to shreds after this past winter. There has never been a better time to replant, especially with recent innovations in grass seed. Nurseries and Home Depots across the country now carry seed that roots deeper and lasts longer than anything that’s been on the market before. Not only can you rebuild your lawn, but you can make it better than it was. Of course, then you’ll have another project in a few months – weekly mowing.
Create a Rock or Water Garden: Looking out at your yard right now in all its post-winter glory, try to visualize a rock or water garden back there where you can relax at the end of a hard day’s work. Once complete, a rock or water garden is practically maintenance free and you can even add fish or entice birds with feeders and natural nesting spots.  In addition, these gardens are extremely eco-friendly and cost effective.  Before you know it, you could have your very own preserve back there, with a waterfall if you choose to go that route. Once you remove all the yard waste from last winter, anything is possible.
Plant Hedges or Bushes: Break it up a bit. If your yard is large and empty, plant some bushes or run a hedge around the edges. You could even get real creative and design a maze for the kids. It would be all-natural and a great draw for parties and special events. One idea is to leave a large open space in the middle of the maze with a patio and barbeque grill. Your guests could find their way in there by following the aroma of good food, so there’s no need to worry about anyone getting lost.
What about a vegetable garden? Have you seen the prices on produce at the supermarket recently? Perhaps the most productive yard project of all is to take some of that space that’s been torn up by winter storms, turn it over, and plant some vegetables. You’ll enjoy the taste more because they’ll be purely organic, and you’ll save a bundle on food expenses. Another option here would be a hydroponics greenhouse, giving you more control and preventing loss of crops during inclement weather. It’s more expensive to do it that way, but the end result makes it worthwhile.
For the best in Yard Waste Removal - whether it be materials from an old project or tree branches laying around – simply call Junk King at 1-800-995 JUNK.

A New Age of Recycling Your Refrigerator

Published on February 23, 2011 in Pick Up Old Furniture, Recycling, Refrigerator Disposal, Refrigerator Recycling and junk hauling. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .

General Electric just announced a groundbreaking program that will hopefully help reduce the amount of waste in our country’s landfills as well as prevent some toxic chemicals from getting released into our environment. GE’s program specifically is related to recycling refrigerators across the country.

There are approximately nine million refrigerators thrown out in the United States every year. Many of these refrigerators can contribute to releasing dangerous chemicals such as hydroflourocarbons into the atmosphere.  GE’s new program will attempt to cut these emissions down drastically.

From Earthtechling.com: “General Electric joined with Appliance Recycling Centers of America (ARCA) to supply used-refrigerators from a six-state region to ARCA’s center in Pennsylvania, where the discarded machines will be put through a sealed and fully-automative system that captures harmful elements from the insulating foam found in used appliances.”

GE is smart to tap into an eco-friendly trend that is sweeping across the country.  Consumers are now more likely to buy appliances like refrigerators from companies that are making a commitment to helping the future environment.  GE’s commitment to properly recycling refrigerators as well as other appliances in the future is a big step for a major US corporation.

Junk King is another corporation that has made a commitment to properly recycling household appliances.  Every year Junk King helps consumers and businesses across the country get rid of their clutter and junk in an eco-friendly manner.  Much of this junk consists of large household items that are hard for people to haul off on their own, such as refrigerators, washers, dryers, grills and hot tubs.  Junk King’s professional hauling teams not only provide the man-power to whisk such items into their trucks, but they also have the know-how to bring these large items to proper recycling facilities.

If you need to get rid of your refrigerator (or any other appliance) in an eco-friendly manner simply call Junk King at 1-800-995 JUNK or book an appointment online.

Tips For Cleaning Out Your Walk-In Closet

Published on February 10, 2011 in clean out your closet, junk hauling and organization tips. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .

The phrase ‘cleaning out your closet’ has come to mean a number of things, including letting go of burdensome memories or social relationships.  The original meaning, however, literally means getting rid of all that junk that’s built up in your closet space.   We don’t often realize it, but we spend quite a bit of time inside our home’s closets, especially if you have a walk-in closet.  It could be getting ready for work, finding the perfect outfit for going out, or trying on new clothes; every day we spend time inside that closet.

Walk-in closets come in all shapes and sizes.  Some have dressers and drawers, some simply have shoe racks, and some select few have entire sectional couches within them.   Just like any other room in your house, these walk-in closets require some upkeep if you want to keep them both tidy and useful.  So, without further ado, here are a few tips for cleaning out your walk-in closet:

Evaluate Efficiency: The closet is one place where we probably aren’t just hanging out or having fun in.  This is a place where you go grab things you need, change your clothes, and leave.  Anything getting in the way of the efficiency of your closet is bad, and can slow you down for getting to work or going out.

Take a second to evaluate your walk-in closet’s efficiency.  Is there a clear path to the clothes you regularly wear, or is there junk getting in your way?  Are your clothing and accessories organized in a clear and accessible manner so you don’t waste time everyday searching for items?  If not, you need to map out a new walk-in closet plan to increase that efficiency.

Decorate When Necessary: This point may seem counterintuitive to the previous efficiency point.  Why worry about your walk-in closet’s design when you want to use it for a purely functional standpoint?  Well, the fact of the matter is you do spend quite a bit of time everyday in that closet.  Although it may not be 100% apparent, if your time inside it is relaxing it can really change the rest of your day.  The decor and design of your closet can make a big difference in whether you are stressfully throwing on clothes, or casually getting dressed.  Decorate your closet as if it were any other room in your house, using subtle queues that make the room more pleasant to be in.

Have a ‘Temporary’ Area: As we know, getting ready for work or going out is not often as peaceful a process as we’d like it to be.  Sometimes a swirl of clothing-changing chaos can leave our closet looking like it was hit by a tornado.  This is why having an area in your closet to place ‘temporary’ items that don’t fit in any one section or drawer can be really helpful.  It could be a corner of your closet, a couch cushion or a section of hangers – use this area to place piles and items of clothing that you simply don’t have time to put back in the right place.

There may be some larger, older items in your closet, like couches or dressers that simply need to be replaced.  For the best in furniture hauling and disposal services call Junk King at 1-800-995 JUNK or book a free on-site estimate online today.

Do You Have a Mystery Room in Your House?

Published on February 3, 2011 in Clutter, Old Furniture and junk hauling. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , .

Do you remember visiting a friend’s house when you were little, and not being able to go into certain rooms?  As a young child, this only made me more curious about what those ‘off-limits’ rooms actually contained. I’d try to get a quick peak behind a veiled curtain or a slightly opened door, but it wasn’t enough.  So, to satisfy my curiosity, I would embark on journeys to each of those mystery rooms and uncover the treasures or dangers that were clearly being hidden from me.

When my friend’s mom was off in the kitchen making fluffer-nutter sandwiches, I’d make a break for it.  Zipping across long hallways I’d round corners with my back to the wall.   I’d cautiously approach the room, and then throw aside the curtain or fling open the door, as if expecting to surprise some mystery room inhabitant.

Sometimes these rooms would be covered from rug to wall in shiny plastic wrap.   It was as if the room was being preserved for some distant future, when the people living there could finally enjoy sitting on that lime green couch. Even the lamps in these room would be meticulously sheltered in plastic, reminding me of little astronauts wearing protective space suits.

Sometimes these rooms were extremely well-hidden. I would creep up a flight of stairs and pull down a secret door in the ceiling, unhinging a short ladder that lead up to the darkness.  These rooms were dingy and dusty, with old relics sitting around, as if waiting for someone to finally use them again.  One creak or shuffle on the wooden floor and my nerves would go, following me all the way back down the ladder into the light.

There were other types of mystery rooms too.  Rooms that housed broken down appliances, like a washing machine that could no longer spin or a refrigerator that had ruined one too many dinners.  Rooms with exercise bikes missing their pedals and lawn mowers that had given in to rust.  There rooms that were big and small;  those that had broken tiles on the floor and those that had paint peeling off the walls.

There were always many different types of mystery rooms, but all of them had the same ’stuck in time’ feeling. These rooms had no real purpose other than housing broken down junk.  It was as if these rooms were destined to never be used again; they were simply there to take up space and peak the curiosity of little kids.

Do you have a ‘mystery room’ in your house?  Why not make the best of your space and actually use that room for something?  Isn’t a living room actually meant for living in?  Isn’t an attic there for a purpose beyond housing raccoons and useless clutter?  Couldn’t you convert your basement into something great? Simply give Junk King a call at 1-800-995-JUNK and haul away all that useless mystery room clutter today.

Professional Junk Hauling Considerations

Published on January 19, 2011 in Professional Haulers, junk hauling, junk hauling business and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .

The dictionary defines a professional as a “person who is an expert at his or her work.” It can refer to a person who “follows an occupation as a means of a livelihood.” It’s easy to identify the professionals we have in our lives. Obviously, our doctors and dentists are professionals, but you would expect that from someone who spent years studying and training. The plumber we call on when the sink is clogged might not have gone to a university, but they are still a professional. So is the auto mechanic we turn to to fix our brakes. The point is that when it comes to taking care of business we want professionals handling the assignment. That attitude should be no different when it comes to hauling away your junk.

Is your garbage man a professional? Of course they are. They get paid to perform a service and they are an expert at their work. Are they in the same class as a professional athlete? Maybe not when it comes to their paycheck, but they are both professionals. Hiring a professional means you expect a level of competence. You want to get the job done right, done on time and done for what you expect to pay. Whenever anyone of these conditions aren’t met then trouble ensues.

How can you tell if you’re hiring a junk hauling professional? It could start with a personal recommendation. If a friend or neighbor has hired an experienced junk hauler to take away their refuse, then they should have no problem sharing the name with you; especially when the job was done right. You could also do what you’re doing right now which is online research. A business website reflects how a company wants to present themselves to potential customers. If a company has a sloppy looking website are they really professional? Chances are they might call themselves professional, but they really aren’t living up to any standards. Why would you hire a company like that?

Once you have identified the junk you want removed, you’ll be inviting workers into your home to take that away. Shouldn’t they be professionals? They’re not going to pick up a truck load of worker who will disappear after the job is finished. A professional junk hauling company will know all of their workers. They will also train them to perform up to the company’s standards. You might not think that a lot of training is involved in moving junk, but reputation is always on the line with every job. If the movers are dropping pieces or banging up walls are you going to recommend them? Probably not. That’s what really separates a professional from an amateur: the level of experience and pride they take in their work. If you are hiring a professional for everything else in your life, don’t stop when it comes to junk hauling.

Junk King is the consummate professional in the junk hauling industry.  Not only are all Junk King workers bonded and insured, but they are also trained to provide an efficient, streamlined service for all customers. For a professional junk hauling job today, simply call 1-800-995 JUNK or a book a free on site estimate online.

Haul Away Your Holiday Stress

Published on December 22, 2010 in hauling and junk hauling. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , .

Although the holidays are a time for celebration, they can also be very stressful for some people. Between the amount of parties, preparation, gift-giving and general social interaction the holiday season can leave some people feeling tired and stressed.   It doesn’t need to be that way, though!  Here are a few ways to haul away your holiday stress:

1.  Prepare: Making a list of what needs to be done as far as preperation can greatly cut down on your holiday stress.  This might include getting ready for a holiday party, dinner or family gathering.  This also includes buying your gifts ahead of time to avoid that last minute crazy mall rush.  With the proper preparation, you’ll be able to take a deep breath and enjoy your holidays.

2. Breathe: Even if you are in charge of hosting a party or gathering, make sure you take the proper time to breathe and enjoy yourself.  Get some helpers to take over your duties for a moment and have a glass of wine, chat with your friends, or do whatever else it might take for you to relax.

3. De-Clutter: A cluttered home can greatly magnify your holiday stress, especially if you are having guests over.   Try a zen approach to getting rid of unnecessary furniture and appliances.  Also, take some time to haul away old items like mattresses, tvs or electronics that have been sitting around in the basement or garage for years.  Clearing these items out will help clear your mind.

4.  Forgive: The high quantity and intensity of social interactions can often make the holidays more stressful than need be.  These social interactions become even more stressful if there are any lingering hurt feelings, grudges, or past incidents among family or friends.  Take this holiday season to forgive, forget, and re-boot for a new year.  In the end, these actions will de-stress your future.

5. Let It Be: Realize that no matter how much you try to do steps 1-4, not everything is going to work or go perfectly.  Things are bound to go wrong.  Your roast might be overcooked.  That crazy uncle who you didn’t invite might show up.  Take these events in stride and realize that it is what it is.  It’s impossible to make everybody happy and everything work all the time.

Junk King is on call to help de-stress your holidays by hauling away those larger items like refrigerators, mattresses, TVs or anything else.  It’s as simple as calling 1-800-995 JUNK or booking a free on site estimate online.

Santa Claus Could Use Some Junk Hauling

Published on December 7, 2010 in junk hauling and junk king. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , .

As the holiday spirit embraces us, we often tell our kids the many tales of Santa Claus and his elves up in the North Pole.  Most versions of the story are fairly similar: the jolly bearded man runs a tight operation in the freezing north, managing a hyper-efficient team of elves that are tasked with bringing joy to kids around the world.  The main purpose of this north pole base is to build a myriad of different toys and then deposit them in the homes of those kids who were ‘nice’ throughout the previous year.

Like any large production company, Santa’s toy building operation would indirectly produce a massive amount of junk and trash.  For every hundred toys that were successfully produced, there would likely be a few duds and broken items among the batch that a ‘nice’ kid certainly wouldn’t want to end up with.  It wouldn’t only be the smaller toys that could end up botched, but also bikes with missing handle bars, power wheels with faulty engines, and giant toy robots that were permanently switched to the ‘evil’ setting.  All of these broken toys would need to be tossed out.

Santa wouldn’t want to taint the pristine wilds of the north pole by tossing all of that junk into a landfill; he would certainly go with a greener option and recycle the discarded toys.  Which is why a Junk King North Pole franchise would come in handy; they’d make sure to take all of that junk off of Santa’s hands so he could get on with his business.

On a more serious note, the holiday season does produce a ton of junk and trash due to the massive amount of buying that occurs.  As kids and adults get new toys to fill their homes, their old toys often become less important (aka junk).  That new lazy-boy recliner will certainly replace the old ripped one, and the state of the art HDTV screen means there won’t be room for the old boxy TV set anymore.   Where do all of these junk items go?

Most often, these items end up sitting in someone’s basement or garage, collecting dust for several years.  Not only are these items now useless, but they are also taking up valuable space in your home that could be otherwise utilized more efficiently.  So instead of trashing your house this holiday season, give Junk King a call at 1-800-995-JUNK and they’ll haul that garbage out of your house before you can say “Kris Kringle.”