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Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall, all you have to do is call – for Junk Removal

Published on February 3, 2012 in Furniture Pick Up, Old Furniture Pick Up, Spring Cleaning, junk hauling, junk removal, summer cleaning and trash removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .
It’s an unavoidable fact of life that, no matter how hard we try to keep up, junk happens. It starts small: a cardboard box or two that you keep promising yourself will get recycled someday. Maybe a broken computer or television set that you haven’t managed to dispose of properly or a defunct car battery. Then the holidays begin, and it’s all downhill from there. Sound familiar? If it does, try not to stress! We all fall behind, no matter what the season, and when the piles begin to form, it’s easy to feel like you’re up against an insurmountable task. Whatever the problem, though, there’s a simple solution to those ever-increasing stacks of out-of-date magazines and damaged DVDs–hiring a junk removal company like Junk King can get you back to your life without spending days sorting through the mess.
The holidays were a great time to have family and friends come to visit. It’s a season of giving, and as satisfying as giving or receiving the perfect gift may be, by the time the New Year came around, it’s a fair bet that you started to build mountains of wrapping paper where your living room used to be. Giant cardboard boxes and Styrofoam packaging are a space-consuming mess, along with everything from used plastic dishware to the pieces of the vase your adorable nephew managed to knock over five minutes after arriving. Leaving piles of bags and a moldering tree lying at the curb is an irritating mess, not to mention an eyesore. Rather than allowing the leftovers of 2011 to give you a migraine, it’s worth the extra cash to call the professionals, so you can get back to concentrating on 2012.
As we all know, junk accumulation is also a seasonal event.  After you’ve weathered the winter and spring is in the air, it’s a tempting time to throw open the windows and indulge in a good spring cleaning. Even the most organized household can acquire outdated coupons and piles of clothing that’s damaged or a little “behind the times.” If you’re a gardener, it’s time to break out your mulch and your trowel–and before you know it, you’re dealing with piles of empty bags, unwanted items and even furniture that you just can’t find a place for. Bags of yard waste, like branches, mulch or clippings, will keep piling up through the fall–and running them to the city dump is time consuming even if you’ve got a vehicle that can handle it all.
Any time of year, it’s inevitable that messes will pile up. From used Halloween decorations and yard clippings to holiday gift wrapping and dried-up Christmas trees, there will always be times that standard garbage removal just won’t cut it. Rather than allowing yourself to be buried in bags and piles, or leaving the mess on the curb, why not just skip the headache? Across the country you can hire Junk King’s hauling pros, who can get rid of the mess quickly and easily, allowing you to get back to enjoying the season, whatever it may be.

Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall, all you have to do is call – 1-800-995 JUNK – for the best Junk Removal service in the business.

It is good to be the King of junk, in Columbus, Ohio.

Published on January 5, 2012 in Junk Removal Franchise, Old Furniture Pick Up, furniture removal, get rid of junk, get rid of old appliances, junk hauling, junk king and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , .

Starting Out:

Almost 2 years ago we became the first Junk King located outside of California when we opened our junk removal and hauling business here in Dublin, a suburb of Columbus, Ohio. We take great pride in offering excellent service and great value to our customers.

Located near Columbus, Ohio:

Being located in Northern Franklin County means we are ideally situated to serve suburbs and towns in this area and we frequently serve Dublin, Powell, Columbus, Hilliard, Westerville, New Albany, and Grove City. We even offer junk removal and hauling services as far north as Marysville and the Polaris area (which is something our competitors can’t say).

Environmentally Conscious Business:

A big factor in our success seems to be that we are “green.” A lot of our customers say that our description as “eco-friendly” contributed to their choosing us and we think that is because more and more people are concerned about the environment. We recycle over 65% of the items we collect and we donate all re-usable items to charity, so the amount of trash removed that ends up in a landfill is very small. It feels good to be in a business that helps people and the planet. Call us and we’ll pick up your bulk trash, donations, and recyclables fast and hassle-free!

Professional Furniture Disposal and Appliance Removal:

Many of our customers want help removing and disposing of large household objects especially big furniture and heavy, bulky appliances and we are always glad that people don’t risk injury by moving such things on their own; aside from being experienced, fit and strong, we also bring tools and equipment to assist us and make sure it is as safe as possible for everyone. We frequently remove and dispose of couches, desks, stoves, refrigerators, freezers, washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, furnaces, hot water heaters, air conditioners, and a surprising number of pool tables. We have never had a serious injury on a job and we work hard to keep it that way!

Hot Tubs, Spas, and Above-Ground Pools:

In the warmer months it sometimes seems like we run a business dedicated to removing hot tubs. These calls are one of the tougher calls we get, aside from the weight and size of most hot tubs they may also be connected to plumbing and electricity and this is where Eric’s experience installing water filtration systems really comes in handy because he understands all the dangers and the correct techniques needed to keep everyone (and everything) safe, dry and undamaged. The last thing our clients want to worry about is injury or damage and many hire us because they know we are experienced professionals.

Consumer Electronics:

We also get lots of calls to remove and recycle unwanted electronics like televisions and computers. As awareness about all the heavy metals and other toxic substances used in their manufacture grows, our services grows with it. It’s just not environmentally sound to throw away an old TV. We will pick it up and make sure that it is disposed of  properly. If it is a computer or any device with memory we will even make sure that the data is inaccessible so that it doesn’t fall into the wrong hands. All electronics are properly sorted, recycled, and safely disposed of.

Experience with Sensitive Situations:

It’s sad to say but we also sometimes get calls for sensitive and delicate situations like cleaning out estates, helping hoarders, and even foreclosures. In situations like that we exercise great care to act with sensitivity, professionalism and discretion. We think the least we can do is make a trying situation, like the death of a loved-one or the closing of a business, as painless and easy as possible.

Licensed, Bonded and Insured:

Our customers can rest assured that our employees all wear uniforms, and that we are licensed, bonded and insured. Our website features testimonials from some of our customers and we recently were awarded the Angie’s list super service award. On our site you can also find our blog about junk hauling and trash removal in Columbus, Ohio.
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Benefits of Recycling Old Furniture, Large Trash and Everyday Items

Published on September 13, 2011 in Green Junk Removal, Landfills, Recycle Furniture, Recycling, junk king, junk recycling, large trash pick up and trash removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , .
There isn’t really any doubt in anyone’s mind that recycling is beneficial to us all. Just take a look at all the landfills in your area that are filled with plastics and other materials that will never break down. Those blue bins the trash company provides you with for separating bottles, paper goods, and cans for recycling should be a regular part of your daily routine. No one should even have to think about it anymore.
Certain substances can only be recycled; they do not degrade. If you’re planning on doing some cleaning in your home, make sure you know which ones they are. Textiles like rayon fall in this category, as do plastics and polymers. They’re built to be indestructible and they are, so make sure the junk removal company that takes them away is going to be recycling and not just dumping them. That old couch could become a new piece of furniture or a garment for someone. It still has a use. Throwing it into a landfill would be a waste and could poison the soil. Those dyes and wood preservatives they used to manufacture it are usually toxic.
If you’re not able to see the environmental benefit of recycling, consider the financial impact it has on our economy. Every year, hundreds of trees are cut down for paper goods and thousands of pounds of harmful emissions are released into the air by plastics factories. The economic impact of just these two actions is staggering. The trees need to be replaced because they’re our source of oxygen. The factories need to be refitted to lower emissions. Accomplishing either of these costs money – both the actual cost of the actions and the legislation and lobbying required for them to happen.
Some states have bottle bills that require a deposit on all plastic bottles and cans. The deposit is refunded when you return the empty containers, a good incentive for people to recycle. With the economy being the way it has been, you don’t even have to cash them in yourself. In most cities if you place your cans on the sidewalk in a paper bag someone will come by and get them. There are plenty of folks out of work who are happy to make their money five or ten cents at a time.
It’s important to recycle. There is also a responsibility that comes with doing it. Use the bins the way the trash removal company instructs you to because doing otherwise it will cost you and them more money.
When you have a large piece of furniture that you need taken away, don’t just leave it out for the trash trucks. Consider calling a junk removal company like Junk King that specializes in recycling and can bring the item someplace where it can do some good. The end result of actions like that will be cleaner air, land, and water, not to mention much-needed job creation in the recycling industry.

The Best Truck Bed Accessories for Hauling Large Loads

Published on September 8, 2011 in junk hauling, junk removal and truck bed accessories. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , .
It’s Saturday afternoon and the last thing you want to do is haul junk. Unfortunately, you promised your sister that you would find a way to dispose of her old mattress and box spring and a few other large, broken pieces of furniture.  On the drive to her house you begin to panic, worried about the very real possibility that your new truck bed will get damaged in the process. Don’t make the mistake of neglecting your truck-or worse, your sister. Take the time to learn about the best truck bed accessories for hauling large loads and protect your truck from scratches and dings.
Invest in a Decent Cargo Carrier
If you are serious about protecting the bed of your truck from damage, it’s critical that you invest in a decent cargo carrier. A cargo carrier is different from a traditional bed liner, as they tend to be a little more durable and are frequently more expensive.  However, if you are willing to do the research and compare prices, you can get one relatively inexpensively. There are several different varieties to choose from and even more manufacturers. Consider quality over looks if you’re main reason for purchasing a cargo carrier is for protection. Keep in mind, while you are taking steps to protect your vehicle, there is nothing that is 100 percent effective, and scratches and dents may still occur, regardless of how careful you are.
Use a Plastic Bed Liner
Another option for protecting your truck bed is to use a bed liner. Most brands are easy to fit with extremely durable, plastic liners. Again, as with cargo carriers, bed liners cannot protect your truck bed from all damage. In the event you are carrying a heavy load that has sharp edges, understand that a plastic bed liner can puncture and damage your truck bed. Always wrap cargo in several thick, heavy duty blankets. Special blankets designed for cargo are sold at most moving companies or U-Haul facilities.
Consider Using Junk King’s Hauling Services
Here’s an even easier way to protect your truck bed-don’t use it. In fact, calling a professional junk hauling company like Junk King may be the smartest move yet when it comes to protecting your vehicle. After all, the less you use it, the more pristine it stays. Besides, why take a chance when you don’t have to.
Junk King will provide you with a team of legitimate professionals who make responsible disposal of your junk super simple. Not only do you free yourself from the physical burden of having to load and unload junk, but also, the mental stress that accompanies moving any large load. Don’t put yourself or your friends and family through unnecessary stress. Consider Junk King and rest assured that your old junk will be picked up and disposed of in a responsible, hassle free way.
Moving heavy loads can be difficult, time consuming and stressful. While there are several ways to protect your truck bed from damage, nothing is ever 100% effective. Plastic bed liners can puncture and cargo liners can shift while traveling. For absolute protection, go with the pros. Not only will they remove your junk easily, but they will dispose of it responsibly-and that’s the best protection money can buy.
Simply call 1-800-995 JUNK or book a free on site estimate online today.

Help Out the US Economy

Published on August 22, 2011 in buy american and get rid of junk. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .
Just in case you haven’t been paying attention, the US economy has been in pretty bad shape recently. The housing bubble burst in 2008, Wall Street crashed and burned once and it looks like it might happen again, and unemployment reached ten percent nationwide for the first time since the Great Depression. All of that has gone down in a little under three years and companies are still outsourcing work to foreign nations. What exactly are they thinking? As an American consumer, one thing you can do to help is buy US made goods and services.
If all of the money spent by Americans stayed here in the United States we wouldn’t have as deep a financial crisis. Billions of dollars are spent every year on foreign cars, appliances, furniture, and textiles. Price conscious shoppers look for good deals and often find them with imports, but they don’t realize the long term price that we pay when we pass up items with “Made in America” on the label. Jobs are lost, the demand for American goods go down, and stock prices drop here as they rise overseas. Meanwhile, the trade deficit widens and we face the threat of becoming a second-rate economic power. That was never supposed to happen, was it?
Stimulate the economy. Take some of those old foreign imports in your house and toss them out if they’re run down or in need of replacement. Feel free to give your local Junk King franchise a call at 1-800-995-5865 to haul them away. Then go out and buy some new American made goods to replace those items. You don’t have to put yourself in debt to do it. There are things you need right now. Just be conscious of where they were manufactured. For electronics or automobiles, make sure you do some homework before you buy. There are stereo systems with American names that are made overseas and cars with Japanese names manufactured here in America. Look at the numbers and decide which purchase best helps our economy. It’s usually the one that provides more jobs.
The average United States consumer buys more than half of their big ticket items from foreign manufacturers. Most of their clothes are also made overseas, though in many cases they don’t realize it. Labor costs in other countries are much lower than here in the US, so textiles and plastics can be manufactured for less. That low operating cost is reflected on the sticker price of an item in the stores. Even with taxes and tariffs, importers can still compete with domestic manufacturers. That’s why label checking is so important. Start by going around the house and checking labels on your existing items. If its foreign made and near the end of its use anyways, you can really help out by recycling that item and replacing it with some well made US goods.

Pre-Back to School Junk Removal – Start Teaching Early

Published on August 12, 2011 in junk king and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .
Some folks believe that cleaning should take place after the kids go back to school, but why waste all those extra hands that can help you get the job done right now? Depending on the ages of your children, you could recruit some assistance and have all that junk in your house hauled away by Junk King before you have to deal with the insanity of class schedules, lunches, and homework. Parents know that the fall is not a time of rest and relaxation just because the kids aren’t around the house all day. You might enjoy the silence for a little while, but life gets busy pretty quickly.
Start your back to school cleaning by assembling the troops. If they’re too young to help, tell them to put away anything they don’t want thrown out. That will get them to clean their rooms at least. Once all the toys, clothes, and various kid collectables are off the floor, you can go to town. Start piling items in boxes and bags and haul then outside. This is another area where the kids can help. Let them play while you clean, then have them do the heavy lifting and hauling for you. If they’re too young, have Junk King’s pros do it.
If your children are older and can legitimately help you, use the opportunity to teach them how to keep a clean house. Explain the reasoning behind creating more space and try to do some recycling of old furniture and appliances. It’s important to instill a sense of responsibility in children and part of that is making sure they don’t think that just anything can go out in the trash. That’s what we were taught when we were young and now landfills are overflowing with toxic chemicals and plastic that will never break down.
The chaos begins right after Labor Day. In some states, kids are going back to school even sooner than that; don’t waste any time getting you cleaning done. You’ll want to get rid of all the old clothes before you start shopping for the new school year. Some can be handed down, some can be donated, and others will need to be recycled or destroyed. Check the material labels to make sure you’re not throwing rayon or polyester into the regular trash. They can be just as damaging to the environment as some pesticides and plastics can be.
Cleaning is the least favorite chore for most parents. It involves hard work, selective thinking, and the willingness to examine your housekeeping skills. It usually starts out with good intentions, but often sputters and fails after a few hours. To avoid that, set realistic cleaning goals for yourself and your ‘team,’ and don’t forget that Junk King is a call away to help you out. Make sure you do it now and not after school starts though. You’ll have a host of other things to worry about once that first class is in session.

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.

Your Guide to Hoarding – A basic Hoarding 101 and how to combat it

Published on July 14, 2011 in hoarding and junk removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Throw it away! If you’ve heard that statement more than half a dozen times from loved ones and roommates, you might just be a hoarder. Keeping those baseball cards from your childhood is a good idea – they could be worth some serious cash in a few years. Keeping your junior high school semi-formal outfit could be justified as nostalgic, but do you seriously think you’ll ever wear it again? Give it to someone or throw it away. It’s just more junk clogging up your closets, basement, attic, or garage. Think of what you could do with all that space if you cleared all that stuff out of there.

Hoarding is a behavior. In some cases it may even be evidence of a more serious psychological condition that prevents you from letting things go. Those are the extreme cases. If you feel you’re having a nervous breakdown every time you go to throw something in the trash, see a doctor. If you’re putting stuff away in the closet because you can’t decide what to do with it, that’s something else entirely. Stop telling yourself that it will be useful someday. It won’t be. Call a junk removal company like Junk-King and have all of it hauled away. Then you can fill up all that space again if you want to.

To prevent hoarding, ask yourself each time you go to put an item in the attic or basement if there really is a need for you to keep it. If the answer is no, you have two choices – give it away or junk it. Try charity first if you can. Old clothes and toys make great gifts to churches and non-profit organizations. Getting rid of excess junk that way will help you feel better about it and will benefit someone else. As a bonus, in certain situations you can get a receipt for your gift and write it off on your taxes. That should give you some incentive to clean out your storage bins.

The second option, junk removal, requires a little more work. Any electronics need to be separated and a junk removal company that specializes in their removal needs to be called. E-waste is a serious problem that has been addressed by many cities and towns, but individuals are the ones who need to take the initiative for recycling efforts to be successful. If you’ve hoarded all your old televisions, stereos, computers, and game systems over the years, make sure you dispose of them properly. Even old cell phones thrown into a landfill can have severe long term consequences.

If reading this article is making you cringe and shake, you may have a hoarding problem. If you can’t throw things away yourself, give someone else the responsibility for doing it. Start with one closet. Go into it and take out anything you think is still useful, then turn your back on what’s left inside. Have a trusted member of the family, a roommate, or the junk removal company, clean out the rest and get rid of it. Your home will have more space that way and you’ll be on your way towards curing your hoarding problem.

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

Get Rid of Your E-Waste – why E-waste is bad and how to get rid of it

Published on July 12, 2011 in E-waste Removal. 0 Comments Tags: , , , .
You can’t just haul it out to the curb and expect it to get taken away by the city trash department. They won’t pick it up and you could get fined for leaving it out there. Electronic waste, also known as e-waste, poses a serious environmental hazard to us all if not disposed of properly. Landfills are already polluted from the mercury used in television and radio tubes from years past, not to mention the plastic that will never break down. We made them to last and that’s exactly what’s happening. They’re living on forever, buried in sand and soil that will never be useful for anything else again.
The disposal of e-waste is a rising dilemma in the United States and other developed nations. Unfortunately, as technology was developed in the 1950’s and 60’s, the disposal of that technology was never really taken into account. The wonders of modern science could never be replaced with anything more advanced, right? That was the philosophy back then. We were in a space race and everything was a miracle. Throwing it away or calling a junk hauling company for e-waste removal services were not thoughts that anyone entertained seriously. If they did, they didn’t have any support to act on them.
As the nation and the world entered the 1970’s, a new movement became popular – the conservation activists and environmentalists that are known today as the “green” movement. They instilled a sense of conscience in us that was never there before. Granted, it took decades before “recycling” and “carbon footprints” became trendy discussion topics, but the seed was planted during the post-war days after Vietnam. The peace movement, with nothing left to protest, began to focus their efforts on cleaning up the planet instead. Unfortunately, not enough folks listened to what they had to say.
In the 80’s and 90’s, more technology was thrown into landfills than had ever been seen before. The home computer was developed and then modified, over and over again. As processors got more powerful and units got smaller and more compact, the old went out with the junk removal companies and the new came into the home, only to be replaced six months later by something even newer. Desktops evolved into laptops, tube TV’s made way for flat screens and plasma, gaming companies came out with new systems every year. Consumers bought into all of it and e-waste continued to pile up.
Today, we have a serious problem. What we have thrown into our landfills is poisoning our earth, air, and water supplies. The new e-waste that is still accumulating can’t be put into the ground any more. It never should have been disposed of that way in the first place. Recycling is really the only way we can safely junk our old computers, televisions, and gaming systems. Does your junk removal company offer recycling? If it doesn’t, you need to find one that does – for the sake of our planet and our children’s future. Those are good enough reasons to make that extra call, aren’t they?
For the best in e-waste removal services, simply call Junk King at 1-800-995 JUNK or book a free on site estimate online.

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.