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what does 1800gotjunk do with the junk

by Ronny Stroman Published 3 years ago Updated 3 years ago

At 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, we recycle and donate items to local charities whenever possible. Whether it's recycling, reusing or repurposing our customers' items, we do everything we can to avoid sending unnecessary items to the landfill. You might be surprised to learn how many items can be donated to charity.

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How does 1-800-GOT-JUNK?

For most jobs, 1-800-GOT-JUNK? sends a two-person team armed with a 10 x 8 x 5 ft. garbage truck to collect junk. The team also comes equipped with shovels, rakes, hand tools, and often trolleys and wheelbarrows.

Is 1-800-got Junk Free?

Pricing and Payment Is 1-800-GOT-JUNK? free? 1-800-GOT-JUNK? is a paid service that offers full-service junk removal. That means that everything is included in the price; picking up items from wherever they’re located, loading the items into the truck, sweeping up the area when we’re done, and any associated disposal or recycling fees.

Does 1-800-GOT-JUNK haul away vehicles?

No, 1-800-GOT-JUNK? does not haul away vehicles (though they will take old tires). If you have a vehicle that you need hauled away, you’ll want to get in touch with a company that specializes in that service, such as Junk My Car or Kars 4 Kids.

Is 1-800 junk a good junk removal company?

Like any junk removal company, 1-800 JUNK? has both its advantages and its drawbacks-and you’ll want to consider both as you decide whether or not they’re the right service provider for you.

What is 1-800-GOT-JUNK?

At 1-800-GOT-JUNK? we make a huge effort to divert items from landfills wherever possible, by donating the donatables and recycling the recyclables. Our trucks also make a stop at the transfer station. Here, it gets sorted and is then sent on to other facilities, being reused, repurposed, or recycled as much as possible. For more information on the recycling process and how three common junk items get recycled, click here .

How big is the steel box on a truck?

The steel box on the back of our truck is 10 feet long, 8 feet wide and 5 feet high. Our truck can fit eight, full-sized, stand-up refrigerators, proving no item is too big! For more information on what our trucks can hold and to see them in action, check out this video.

How many locations does 1-800-GOT-JUNK have?

Since 1989, 1-800-GOT-JUNK? has grown from a couple men and a pick-up truck, to the world’s largest junk removal service, with approximately 155 locations across the US, Canada, and Australia.

Residential

Need more space? We’ll take care of all your household junk. (READ MORE)

Renovation

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Storage

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Where does junk go?

Where your junk goes depends on what it is. Recyclable or donatable household and commercial items are taken to a 1-800-GOT-JUNK? transfer station, where they are sorted through by hand. Whenever feasible, donatable items that are in good condition are sent to one of the company’s charitable partners, which includes the Salvation Army, Goodwill, and Habitat for Humanity. 1-800-GOT-JUNK? also works with community-based charities in many locations. If you have a question about where your items might be donated in your area, be sure to ask.

What is the benefit of 1-800-GOT-JUNK?

Another big benefit to 1-800-GOT-JUNK? is their environmental policy . While it’s pretty standard for junk removal companies to aim to keep your items out of landfills, we appreciate 1-800-GOT-JUNK?’s transparency on the matter as well as the partnerships they’ve built up with national charitable organizations.

How big is a 1-800-Got-Junk truck?

Each 1-800-GOT-JUNK? truck is 10 feet x 8 feet x 5 feet, which is about the size needed to fit a full studio’s worth of stuff or the items from a small one bedroom apartment.

What is hazardous material?

Hazardous materials refer to things like paint, chemicals, oil drums, and asbestos. The company won’t pick up any old cars for you either, though their partner company Junk My Car does.

How to make a same day appointment at Got Junk?

To make a same day appointment, head to the 1-800-GOT-JUNK? website and go through the motions of setting up an appointment as you would if you were booking in advance—just select the current date for service.

How long does it take to get a call from a moving company?

Prior to your appointment, you will get a call when your drivers are about 15 to 30 minutes away.

What is the phone number for Got Junk?

If you have any questions about your estimate you can call the 1-800-GOT-JUNK? customer service line 24/7 at—you guessed it—1-800-GOT-JUNK? (1-800-468-5865).

What happens to my junk once you haul it away?

We try to keep junk out of the landfill when we can. We do this through a variety of methods, including recycling and donating reusable household or commercial items to local charities.

What do 1-800-GOT-JUNK? recycle?

Glad you asked! Click Here for a list of items that we recycle! Please note that this list is by no means definitive - We strive to reuse or recycle most items we pick up to keep them from piling up in landfills.

Which charitable organizations do you work with?

Whenever possible, we donate reusable items to local charities. Our franchisees work with a number of community-based charities as well as local branches of national charitable organizations, including the Salvation Army, Goodwill, and Habitat for Humanity.

Why is 1-800-GOT-JUNK? concerned with its environmental impact?

We believe that what we do today has a cumulative effect on all of our tomorrows. Our corporate obligations include any aspects of our business that impact society, the environment, and our people - customers, Franchise Partners, and employees.

What is a 1-800-GOT-JUNK?

1-800-GOT-JUNK? is a full-service junk removal company that will haul and dispose of just about anything you could want to throw away (except for hazardous materials). From broken hot tubs to old mattresses, if you don’t want it, 1-800-GOT-JUNK? will take it and you won’t have to lift a finger.

How much does 1-800-GOT-JUNK cost?

On average, 1-800-GOT-JUNK? Charges about $600 to haul a full truck’s worth of junk and around $400 for half a truck. If you’re just getting rid of one item, your price will depend on how bulky and heavy that item is. A sofa will probably cost more than a small dresser, for example.

How to know how much junk removal service is?

The only way to know how much your junk removal service will cost is to schedule an in-person appraisal of your junk. When you book your appraisal, the junk removal team will come to take a look at everything you’re tossing then give you a binding price.

How long does it take for a junk removal team to arrive?

The team will give you a 15- to 30-minute heads-up of their arrival time within your scheduled two-hour window. Once at your home, the team does an up-front estimate on the spot. If you like the price, the team can haul the junk away immediately—they’ll even clean the area when they’re done.

How to book junk removal in the same day?

To book your same-day junk removal online, simply enter your zip code and address, pick a time slot for the current day, and describe your junk. The team will give you a 15- to 30-minute heads-up of their arrival time within your scheduled two-hour window. Once at your home, the team does an up-front estimate on the spot.

What is the number to call to get junk off your hands?

Bottom line: 1-800-GOT-JUNK? can take your old junk off your hands for an affordable price and with minimal fuss thanks to its same-day service, 24/7 customer support, and nationwide availability.

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What is 1-800-GOT-JUNK?

1-800-GOT-JUNK is a convenient way to remove junk from your home or business. It disposes of all junk responsibly and removes all items that can be carried by two movers.

How much do you tip a mover?

Most consumers tip movers and haulers between 5% to 10% of the total bill, typically averaging around $10 to $20 for each mover.

How much does it cost to get rid of a shed?

1-800-GOT-JUNK offers a variety of services, so your costs will vary based on your project. For example, shed removals cost anywhere from $200 to $2,000, while a simple junk haul ranges from $139 to $700.

Does 1-800-GOT-JUNK recycle?

As long as your items can be safely moved by two 1-800-GOT-JUNK crew members, the company hauls them away and responsibly disposes of them. If possible, the company recycles or donates the items to ensure the least amount of waste. Its movers also sweep the area and ensure your space is tidy and presentable.

Does Got Junk have a pickup?

The company schedules pickup around your availability and offers no-contact removal as an added convenience. Its customer service team is available 24/7. If you’re unsure if your project is right for 1-800-GOT-JUNK, request a consultation to discuss the details.

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