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Time to Get Rid of Your Washer / Dryer?

Published on May 11, 2011 in Old Appliances, Residential Junk Removal, junk king and washer / dryer disposal. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , .
Have you been wrestling with the decision about getting rid of your old washer and/or dryer? When either breaks down, repairs could be expensive, particularly if you don’t have any handyman’s skills of your own. How do you make the choice between investing in parts and labor vs.  just going to the appliance store to buy a new machine? Economics definitely come into play. Aesthetics might be an issue too, if the laundry room is in an area of the house that guests can easily see.  Here are three evaluation points to consider when deciding if you need to get rid of your washer / dryer.
1. Economics: Addressing the economics: is the cost of a new washer or dryer an expense or an investment? When you file your taxes, you can definitely list it in the expense column if your home is set up as an income property or multi-unit dwelling. As a single homeowner, you may or may not get away with that (ask your accountant), but you can definitely look at a new machine as an investment. They run more efficiently than the old ones and cost less to maintain. Best of all, they’ll be under warranty for a number of years, so your repair worries are over for a while.
2. Aesthetics / Repairs: Aesthetics don’t come into play if your washer and dryer are locked away in a dark basement where no one but you will venture. If they’re upstairs in an area where others might see them, you’ll need to buy something sleek and attractive to the casual eye. You’ll want it to be functional also, of course, but paying attention to color and style needs to be added to your shopping to-do list. Buying a basement model can be purely about best price. A household unit has to match the décor.
There are used appliance websites where you can buy parts to repair almost any washer or dryer. Some of the repairs are pretty simple, especially dryer repairs. A gas dryer is made up of half a dozen parts that are all easy to get to and replace. Washers are a bit more complex. Do you want to make repairs and keep the old units? We’ve already examined the costs and issues that will be related to shopping for a new one. After all that, are you now leaning toward keeping those old machines?
3. Conservation: Conservation is issue number three.  Older machines like washers, dryers, refrigerators, and dishwashers burn more electricity and gas, use more water in their operations, and cost you more in your monthly utility bills. Even worse than that, they consume more of our natural resources. Most electrical plants right now are coal-fired, so electricity use adds to air pollution in the United States. Many of those plants are being changed over to natural gas, nuclear, or alternative energy like solar and wind, so conserving now will create a brighter future for the next generation and others that come after.
If, after reviewing these three points, you’ve decided it’s time to get rid of your washer / dryer, than be sure to give Junk King a call at 1-800-995-JUNK to haul the old machines away in an efficient and affordable manner.

Junk Removal Flowchart

Published on August 4, 2010 in Residential Junk Removal and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .

For those of you who aren’t quite sure if you need junk removal services, here is a flowchart that can help you decide.  Simply follow the ‘yes’ or ‘no’ answers to find your way!

Summer Junk Removal

Published on July 27, 2010 in Residential Junk Removal and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

We’ve hit that time of year – right smack dab in the middle of our summer, as July gives way to August.   For many people, this time of year means a change of pace. Whether it is going away on vacation, having the kids at summer camp, or simply relaxing a bit in the summer breeze, a change of pace can be healthy for any individual.

Summer is also great time of year for getting rid of the unwanted clutter around your house.  Although people often refer to ’spring cleaning’ – summer cleaning is actually a more realistic goal.  During the rest of the year things can get a bit hectic.  During the summer things slow down a bit, which makes it the perfect opportunity to gather all that junk and toss it.  Here are a few good reasons for you to take advantage of the summer months to get rid of your clutter:

  1. Vacation Therapy: There’s nothing worse than going on a long, relaxing vacation and coming back to a home full of clutter.  After logging those hours of relaxation on the beach, your stress levels have certainly fallen.  It would be quite a waste if that stress came back instantly when you walk into your door and realize how much STUFF you have.  Bypass this calamity by getting rid of all unnecessary junk before you getaway on your tropical vacation.
  2. Warm weather cleaning: Warm weather provides a great atmosphere for cleaning out the clutter.  Open your windows and let the dust that’s settled on unused items float away, instead of clogging your lungs.  A warm summer breeze will also make you feel less claustrophobic when digging around those old boxes.
  3. Time is on our side: Things are slower during the summer.  During the rest of the year, the hectic pace of life can simply prevent anyone from having the time to decide what’s junk and what isn’t, let alone trying to haul the stuff out of the house.  Summer is the perfect time to clean out your house at a pace that is efficient, but not over the top.  In addition, those long summer days will ensure you won’t be caught in the pitch black trying to haul off an old lawnmower.
  4. Kids are out of the house: The kids may be away during large chunks of the days at summer camp, or even gone for weeks at a time at overnight camp.  This is the perfect opportunity to get rid of the junk in your home.  Children can often get in the way of junk removal simply by taking up your time with a variety of tasks (doctor’s appointments, sports, friends coming over, nagging, etc.).  Take advantage of an empty nest by emptying out that clutter.
  5. Junk Hauling is in full throttle: Many businesses seem to go with the slower pace of the summer and take it easy.  This is not true with the junk hauling industry.  Junk haulers are in full throttle during the summer months -  making a high volume of stops at residences and businesses to take care of all that accumulated clutter.  Junk King is particularly vigilant during the summer and can efficiently and affordably handle any junk removal jobs that come their way.  If you’ve decided to make one of your summer days a house cleanout day, call 1-800-995 JUNK to let the real professionals whisk away your clutter.

Yard Waste Removal

Published on July 15, 2010 in Residential Junk Removal, Yard Waste Removal and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , .

With everything you have to take care of in your home, your yard can often go neglected.  Sure, you might mow the grass every so often, but are you really making the the most of your backyard?  If you live in a home with a yard, you already are pretty lucky to have a safe place for your kids to play, some extra space for your dog to run around, and a nice area to hold gatherings of family and friends.  However, with a bit of neglect many of the big advantages of having a yard can go to waste.

Ideally, you want to be able to let your kids out in the yard, keep an occasional eye on them, and not have to worry about them being in danger.  A yard waste free area is that type of safe environment.  As we all know, kids like to get their hands on things – no matter how old, disgusting, or dangerous these items might be.  Fallen tree branches and the remains of old construction projects can be dangerous for children. Getting rid of old and unused items in backyard will make room for fun actviities like slip’n’slide, sprinkler jumping, backyard camping or simply tossing around a ball. In addition, yard waste can prevent you from adding new additions to the yard, such as a brand new swing set.

For those of us that have a dog, we know that the yard is the perfect place for the animal to get some exercise.  Instead of having to take your dog to the park, you have the great option of letting them run free out behind the house.  Yard waste can make this option very problematic – posing a danger to the dog’s health.  A dog could easily end up nosing around some old paintbuckets near the fence or scrap wood beside the porch.  Not only is this a danger to the pet, but it could also be a very messy problem when he decides to come back inside.

Yard Waste can also prevent us from making use of the social aspects of the yard.  The porch and yard are the perfect places to hold parties, bbqs, outdoor get-togethers or any other type of social gathering. Instead of having people romping around your house, making a big mess, you can host them outside, where they can be as messy as they’d like.  During the summer, the yard is a great place for your party to enjoy the weather while grilling out.  Yard Waste will not only make your backyard an eyesore, but it also can physically get in the way of pulling off a great outdoor party.

The backyard is an extension of your home and life; its the one place where you can feel at home but also be outside and in nature.  Whether you want to have a place for your kids to play, throw a party, or simply relax and read book on your porch – getting rid of unnecessary yard waste is the first step to making the best use of your backyard.

Junk King provides expert and efficient Yard Waste Removal services for homes around the country.  Simply call 1-800-995 JUNK or book online and Junk King will have that yard waste hauled away in no time.

Junk Removal vs. Cleaning Service

Published on July 6, 2010 in Professional Haulers, Residential Junk Removal, junk hauling business and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .


Now that the Fourth of July festivities, gatherings and celebrations are over, the part that every homeowner dreads is looming:  cleanup.  The cleanup process after a big party is something that no one looks forward to. Some of the harrowing tasks of the cleanup involve scrubbing the filthy floors, washing dirty dishes, throwing out broken lawn chairs and filling massive bags of trash.

Many people hire a cleaning or maid service to lend a hand and get the cleanup process done in an efficient and professional manner.  Just as a cleaning service can help you with the smaller tasks at hand, a professional junk removal service can aid you with the big items. While your house is getting scrubbed down from head to toe you might as well consider freeing up some space and getting rid of all your unwanted clutter too.

In many ways utilizing a professional junk removal service is very similar to hiring a cleaning service on a regular basis. The major difference is junk removal professionals primarily remove large and hard to carry items that would be difficult to remove on your own.  While most people dont often think of Junk Removal as something that their home or office needs every so often, the advantages to getting rid of unwanted items are huge.  Here are several similarities between junk removal services and cleaning services.

Junk Removal makes your home CLEANER: Just like the main goal of using a maid service is to clean up around the house, one of the primary goals of junk removal is also to make your home cleaner. Getting rid of large unwanted furniture items clears up areas in your house that have built up dust and grime for years.  These open areas (and the new furniture) will be as clean as ever after the proper junk removal.

Junk Removal De-Stresses: Just as a clean house is a stress-free house, a clutter-less house is also a stress-free house.  Having unwanted junk and clutter around the house might not be an everyday issue, but sub-consciously junk can add to your stress level just as much as a sink of dishes or a pile of dirty laundry. Getting that junk outta-there will let you notice your home is significantly calmer.

Junk Removal is worth the price: Obviously, it is physically possible for you to get rid of your junk on your own, just as it is within the realm of possibility for you to clean your house.   Hiring a cleaning service means saving yourself the time of cleaning as well as getting the advantage of a thorough and professional service. It’s the same with junk removal: utilizing professionals means taking the heavy load off your back and providing an efficient service that is sure to provide great results.

If you are interested in some post-party junk removal services, be sure to check out Junk King by calling 1-800-995-JUNK.

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.

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.

Hauling Damaged Furniture

Published on May 13, 2010 in Damaged Furniture, Old Furniture Pick Up, Pick Up Old Furniture, Residential Junk Removal, junk hauling and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

There’s quite a few ways that the furniture in your house can get damaged.  The most common reason that furniture or equipment is no longer of value is due to wear and tear.  Most material simply wears down after a period of regular use.  This could be your favorite leather couch, which you’ve held on to since those college days. The couch still might look ‘OK’ to you but has tears running down the side and is missing a corner piece.  Now that you have a family and regularly entertain friends for dinner, you figure it’s time to put that old couch out on the curb.

Another common way that furniture becomes damaged is due to pets.  You just got a little golden retriever pup and he’s run wild in your house for the past several weeks, leaving some dining room furniture and a lazy boy recliner in tatters.   You can’t bear to give up the little guy, but you can replace the ruined furniture with a new set of pet friendly items.

Children also are a common reason to replace your old furniture.  If you are expecting a baby or a grandchild is staying over during weekends, you’ll be sure to look into child-proofing your house.   This can often mean getting rid of some old items that simply aren’t safe for a toddler to be around – things with sharp edges and small removable pieces.  Kids also can be the direct cause of your damaged furniture – whether it be a glue explosion on that persian rug or permanent marker stripes across your old headboard.

Mother nature can also be a major factor in ruining your furniture.  Flooding can wipe out entire rooms and permanently destroy many items in a household. Hurricanes can blow out windows, expose your house to the elements and toss furniture around.  Earthquakes, snow storms, tornadoes and everything else – any of these natural disasters can wreck havoc on a house.

No matter how your furniture was damaged, you now have to decide how to deal with it.  The easiest way to get rid these items is by calling Junk King, who provides reliable, affordable, and eco-friendly junk removal services to homes across the country.

Residential Junk Removal

Published on May 4, 2010 in Residential Junk Removal, Yard Waste Removal and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , .


Summertime is almost here. For many, these warm months of the year means a variety of fun and relaxing activities, including BBQs, pool parties, tossing a football in the backyard and shooting hoops in the driveway.    Although residential homes in the suburbs are the perfect place for summer events and activities, many homeowners aren’t quite prepared for the warm weather yet.  Many of these season-specific activities require cleaning, refurbishing, and junk removal to get going.

Here are a few tips on how to make the most of your residential summer activities:

BBQ: The summer BBQ is the classic event to have friends and family over on those hot days.  What can be better than grilling burgers and dogs on your back porch and enjoying good company?  The only problem is the porch was damaged over the winter.  You hired a contractor who refinished the wood, but left a bunch of paint buckets and supplies on the deck.  You also bought a brand new grill, but the old rusty one is still sitting there.  Getting your porch into BBQ-shape could turn out to be quite a task.

Pool Party: A pool party is the perfect way to cool off on the hottest summer days. Whether your kids want to have friends over for a dip or you want to burn off those winter pounds with some daily laps, a pool is a great summer asset for any homeowner. Pools that haven’t been in use for the winter can really use some work before they are ready for use again.  You’ll need to clean out any large debris that might be nearby the pool as well as replace any old equipment like filters, pool covers and diving boards.

Backyard: A big backyard is a huge asset during the summer. Your kids can have a catch, play tag, camp out in tents, or do any number of outdoor summer activities.   Backyards also require quite a bit of maintenance to make sure they are safe and open for activity.  Fallen tree branches, old appliances, and a number of other items may have ended up in the yard during the winter. Yard Waste Removal will be essential to get the backyard ready for summer activities.

Driveway: Many suburban homes have driveways that double as sports centers.  It’s standard to put that basketball hoop in the front drive to use during warm summer days.  Many items may have shifted during the winter, however: old trash barrels, fallen branches, rusty bikes and broken down snow blowers might be in the way of a good game of H.O.R.S.E.

In all of these cases, it can be quite a task to clean up your residential home to prepare it for those summer activities, especially with a busy work week.  That’s why giving Junk King a call to clear out all the waste from your porch, pool area, backyard and driveway is your best path to summer fun.  Junk King provides affordable, efficient, and eco friendly residential junk removal services so that you can make sure your summer is clutter-free.