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5 Fun Projects for Your Backyard

Published on July 8, 2011 in Construction Waste Disposal, Yard Waste Removal and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

The weather is nice and everyone needs a little exercise, right? How about creating a few projects to get work done in the backyard? You can gather up family and friends and have some fun with it. You’d be amazed at what you can accomplish when you have the manpower – and a junk removal company – at your disposal. Here are a few suggestions for fun projects you can do in your yard this summer.

  1. The Massive Clean-up: Don’t be afraid to call it massive. The bigger you make it sound, the more people you can bring into the fold to help you out with it. These types of clean-ups rarely end up being as big as they appear, but they make your backyard look so much better when you’re done. Clean out all the yard waste first. Pick up dead branches and any trash that’s lying around, mow and rake the lawn, and then call the junk removal company to haul it all away. Once it’s gone, you can set up the barbeque and have a party with everyone who helped.
  2. The Weekly Mow and Clean: Combine some outdoor activity with some indoor with the weekly mow and clean. Split your volunteers into two groups, one to mow the lawn and the other to clean out a garage, attic, or basement. You can even make it a contest if you want. First team to finish gets to enjoy some cold beers purchased by the other team. That should get everyone working at a fairly rapid pace.
  3. The Tom Sawyer Project – Painting the Fence: Remember how Tom got his friends to help him paint the fence? You can do the same thing. There’s no reason why you can’t invite a few friends or family members over and hand them paint brushes. Lay some drop cloths down and wear old clothes, though. These types of yard projects tend to get a little messy. It’s okay if it does. That’s what makes the project fun.
  4. Replace the Lawn: Are you tired of looking at that ragged patch of grass you used to call a lawn. Replace it. Dig up all the old grass and turn over the soil. Pull out any rocks, roots, stumps or chunks of concrete and have the junk removal company haul them off. You can rent heavy equipment to do it, or you can just get a whole lot of people to pitch in. Buy some pre-rolled sod and just lay it down when you’re done digging and leveling. Water it for a few days and you’ll have a brand new lawn to enjoy.
  5. Install a Pool: Tackle any of the projects above during the summer and you will decide you want a pool. Maybe reading this article has you thinking about it already. You can buy one at any number of local stores or shop online. You’ll need to clean the yard before you put it in, maybe do a massive clean like the one described in Project #1, but you might want to hire professionals for the actual install.

For the best in backyard cleanup services, simply call Junk King at 1-800-995 JUNK or book a free on site estimate online.

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.

Summer BBQ Preparation Guide

Published on May 17, 2011 in Old Furniture Pick Up, Yard Waste Removal, junk king and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , .
The sun is shining, the temperatures are warm, and that wonderful time of year is upon us again. Some people look forward to sandy beaches and water sports, but you know what summer is really all about. Its barbecue season and you aren’t nearly ready for it. Stop staring out the window wistfully; dreaming of all the good times you had in the past. This year is going to be better than all of them, but only if you start the preparations right now. Here’s a short to-do list that might help you:
Go grill shopping. Do this before the season starts also, even if you don’t need a new grill. You know, at some point during the summer, you will go to someone else’s house and covet their grilling set-up. That’s okay. Yours is fine, but you might want to convince yourself of that early by checking out new models. Who knows? Maybe you will upgrade. At the very least, you’ll probably buy some cool accessories.
Buy a freezer. This is for the really serious entertainers. Buy a freezer for the garage or basement and stock it full of meats to feed your friends and neighbors. The hot summer sun will thaw anything out in a few hours and your gas, propane, or charcoal grill will finish the job on time for lunch or dinner. There are some real advantages to having an extra freezer on the premises, the two most popular ones being always having enough to cook and the savings you can enjoy when you shop in bulk.
Invest in some real lawn and deck furniture. Do you really want your guests sitting on those flimsy folding chairs? How many did you break last year? Invest in some real furniture and make your home the comfortable barbeque spot everyone wants to visit. They’ll be talking about you long after the summer is over, and it will be for good reasons this time. People will gossip, no matter what, but gossip can be positive.
Clear all the junk out of the yard. If you don’t do this now at the beginning of barbeque season, you’ll never do it. There’s accumulated junk back there from the long winter of inactivity, maybe even a few items that have been there since before last summer. Did you procrastinate last season until it was too late? Don’t do it this year. Clean the yard and the porch while you’re at it, then call Junk King to get rid of everything before you start inviting friends and neighbors over.
Do some planning, but leave a few weekends open to be spontaneous. Grilling for friends and neighbors can be a lot of fun, but it gets monotonous if you do it every weekend. Don’t allow your source of enjoyment to become a chore. Plan a few weekend events, but leave other weekends open for spontaneous events. You may want to leave your back yard or deck at times to take advantage of those other summer activities – you know – the beach and water sports. You don’t have to give up grilling completely to partake in those. Bring the hibachi.

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.

Get Your Garden Going with Yard Waste Removal

Published on January 24, 2011 in Yard Waste Removal and gardening. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , .

As we move closer to spring time, many people are probably considering the possibility of re-growing their garden after a long winter.  As the cold and ice begins to thaw, we stare out at the remains of our dead plants and flowers and being longing for a lush, colorful garden in our backyard again.  Well, that possibility isn’t too far off – although it will require a good amount of planning and preparation before the real growing begins.

If you want to get your garden in gear for planting then your first call should be to a yard waste removal company. Growing a garden is like painting a portrait: you need a clean canvas to start on. For a backyard garden this can mean digging up old scrub bushes, uprooting dead trees or turning over sod. Any one of those projects is going to create a fresh mound of yard waste. That’s not something you want to toss in the back of the family SUV and haul away. Would you even know where to haul dirt to? An experienced yard waste removal company knows where to haul your yard junk. They have no problem getting their trucks dirty and their hard working crews will do all the heavy lifting and loading.

If you live in a warmer climate, you might already have a flourishing little garden to call your own. That doesn’t mean there isn’t room for improvement. One successful tomato patch could inspire you to put in a couple of rows of peppers or lettuce. It might even be time to plant an apple tree. Naturally, you’ll need to make room for those plants. If your garden is just the way you want it, perhaps you’ve been thinking about adding a deck or new patio. Here’s another perfect opportunity to bring in a yard waste removal crew. Not only can they take away dirt and shrubs, but they’ll also be able to haul off chunks of concrete or planks of rotted wood. Once again, you’ll have a clean canvas upon which to create your ideal living space.

Keep in mind that having the number of a yard waste removal company is also good for the next wave of storms. You know they’re coming sooner or later and they might end up dumping some unwanted items in your backyard. Instead of hassling with that refuse, the yard waste removal crew can handle the job.

For the best in yard waste removal around the country, Junk King is on standby to help you finally get that garden up and running. Simply call 1-800-995 JUNK or a book a free on site estimate online and you’ll finally have that clean canvas for gardening.

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.

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.

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.