Cleaning out the junk and clutter from your home isn't something that has to be saved for the spring; any time is a good time to regain control and refresh your living space.
\r\n\r\nThe idea of cleaning out out a home or property top to bottom can be overwhelming to even think about, let alone follow through with. That's why we've put together this complete home cleanout checklist to help you organize an easy-to-follow strategy for guaranteed results. Our home cleanout guide will break down every part of the home and the most efficient methods to ensure a successful home cleanout.
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\r\nThe first thing you should do when tackling a whole home cleanout is to map out a plan of attack.
\r\n\r\nFirst determine what your goal for this cleanout is. Are you in charge of an estate or eviction cleanout and need to get rid of every single item throughout the entire house? Are you preparing to move and want to get rid of as much as possible before packing up your belongings? Has it been years since you've gone through your home and decluttered items you rarely use? Knowing what your goal is and the type/amount of items you'd like to get rid of will help you plan for how you'll dispose of these items.
\r\n\r\nThe next thing you should do is create a schedule. Do you have a deadline that this project needs to be done by, or can you take your time and work on it whenever is convenient? Are you someone who likes to dedicate a whole week/weekend to see a project to its completion, or do you like to work in sections and tackle one area at a time with breaks in between? Having a rough idea of what you want your project schedule to look like will help you create a plan, which is critical for a successful home cleanout. If you have a hard time deciding where to start, create a map of your home and label each room with a rating of 1-5: 1 being the easiest to clean and 5 being the most difficult to clean.
\r\n\r\nBasements and attics used for storage of things that have piled up over the years are great contenders for a 5 rating, while smaller rooms that are used and organized often, like bathrooms, will be easier to clean out and can get a lower rating of 1. Create a list and order your rooms based on their difficulty level to help you decide which rooms to start with and which rooms to end with. You can either decide to tackle the most difficult rooms first and save the easy rooms for last, or vice versa. Whatever you find most motivating is the path you should take.
\r\n\r\nBefore you get started, you'll want to have a way to dispose of or organize the items you're removing. Do you plan on throwing everything away? Will you be donating or trying to sell some valuable or gently used items? Unless you plan on throwing everything out, you'll want to make sure you have boxes or bags to organize your items that can be donated or sold so that they aren't mistakenly mixed in with all the junk you plan on trashing.
\r\n\r\nUnorganized kitchen tools, expired pantry items, mismatched or chipped dishes, and messy cabinets can make a kitchen look and feel like a stressful, cluttered mess. Even the dirtiest kitchen cleanout can be completed with minimal stress and relative ease if a plan is established before you begin. The first thing you should do is determine what you want to get rid of. Are you getting rid of everything in the kitchen, or just the junk you no longer use? Maybe you're moving and you want to keep the basics and get rid of all the food. Whatever your goal is, establish it before diving in.
\r\n\r\nIf you're handling an estate cleanout, eviction, or are moving out, start by going through all cabinets and drawers and create three separate piles: one pile of items to keep, one to donate, and one to throw away. If you aren't moving and are just doing a basic kitchen cleanout, you can keep the items you're not getting rid of in the drawers and cabinets for now, but remove any items that can be donated, sold, or thrown away and place them into respective piles.
\r\n\r\nIf you need to get rid of one or more kitchen appliances, consider hiring a junk removal company to do the heavy lifting for you. In addition to appliances, they can also remove your bags or boxes of unwanted items throughout the house, allowing you to get rid of all your junk in one fell swoop. One step further, junk removal companies can even help with the aftermath of a kitchen remodel and any interior demolition that happens as a result. They can haul away any debris you have in addition to any appliances and furniture you need hauled away as well. Find local interior demolition contractors to help with your kitchen remodel by searching on Hometown Demolition.
\r\n\r\nOnce you've removed all the items you no longer want to keep, it's time to clean and organize the remaining items. If the kitchen is completely cleared of all items, cleaning should be generally straight forward, and we recommend working from top to bottom.
\r\n\r\nStart by dusting any fans or light fixtures and cabinets anchored on the top half of the kitchen. Then, clean bottom cabinets, drawers, or other storage areas. For your drawers and cabinets with food and items still in them, and the refrigerator, remove the items to clean the area they're stored in, and then be sure to place them back in their respective \"home\" in a neat and orderly fashion.
\r\n\r\nFrom there, you can clean the insides of your kitchen appliances, like microwaves, refrigerators, ovens, and dishwashers if necessary. Once all the interiors of your kitchen have been cleaned, clean all the remaining surfaces in your kitchen, like the countertops, outsides of your appliances, and the floors.
\r\n\r\nIf you're taking breaks between the different areas of your home, you should find a disposal solution for your piles of garbage and junk right away so that you aren't living amongst the piles. Items that can be donated can be dropped off at Goodwill or The Salvation Army during business hours. Garbage can be placed in your trash bin, unless there is a very large amount of items to throw out. If it won't all fit in your garbage bin, you should consider renting a dumpster and tackling the rest of your home as soon as possible. Dumpster rentals are an affordable and efficient way to manage a home cleanout project and can take the stress out of figuring out the disposal aspect of your project.
\r\n\r\nCleaning out your living room can be handled in the same way that a kitchen cleanout is approached, but it will likely take you less time. Living rooms aren't typically rooms we use for storage and instead tend to be a less cluttered living space in comparison to kitchens, basements, and bedrooms. That said, if you have a large, old entertainment center with hundreds of DVDs, games, or other items, you'll certainly want to take the time to go through and organize these items and get rid of things that are no longer used.
\r\n\r\nOld furniture or technology can sometimes be sold, donated, or given away for free, but may need to be hauled away to a landfill if they are too worn to be salvaged. In this case, a dumpster rental or junk removal company is your best solution. Even if you have a truck that can haul it to the landfill yourself, you'll likely need to make several trips by the time you're done cleaning out your entire home. Some cities allow you to place large furniture items at the end of your driveway for pickup, but you have to pay for this service ahead of time and make arrangements with your trash pickup provider to avoid being fined.
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\r\n\r\nAs with every other room in your home, the first step to cleaning out a bedroom is to determine what your goals are and what needs to go. If it's been a while since you've cleaned out your bedroom (or your children's), there may be items stored in the back of closets or dressers from years ago. A good place to start in a bedroom is the closets. Not only are the closets where most of our clutter and unused items are stored, but once your closet is emptied and reorganized, you'll likely find that you have space to store the items that were previously shoved underneath the bed or scattered on top of dressers.
\r\n\r\nIf you store all of your clothes in your bedroom, consider separating your wardrobe based on seasons. If it's currently a warmer season and you have winter coats, jackets, and shoes taking up valuable space in your closet, consider boxing up your winter wardrobe and storing it elsewhere to make your closet more manageable and functional. Doing this will automatically require that you go through your closet twice a year to swap out your wardrobe, conveniently making it a bi-annual habit of sorting through your bedroom storage and helping you keep your closet under control.
\r\n\r\nWhen you're struggling with deciding what to keep and what to get rid of, consider when the last time it was that you used or wore the item in question. If it's been 6+ months, it's probably safe to donate or throw away.
\r\n\r\nBathrooms should be relatively easy to clean out as they tend to be smaller and the storage in bathrooms tends to be for items that we use regularly, if not daily. Take the same approach as you did with your kitchen cleanout and start with the top of the bathroom and work your way down to lower cabinets, drawers, and storage areas.
\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you're someone who enjoys accumulating cosmetics and has a hard time getting rid of these items and storage of these items has now become an issue, you should start your bathroom cleanout with these items.
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Many cosmetics have expiration dates, so be sure to check for dates on your makeup. Most makeup products shouldn't be kept for longer than 6-12 months. Keep in mind that toiletries or cosmetics of any kind should never be donated unless they are completely unused and unopened, so if you have half-used products that you'd like to get rid of, be sure to throw away the product and recycle the containers when possible.
\r\n\r\nFor the average homeowner, the attic is the least visited part of their house, making it an ideal breeding ground for dust or an undiagnosed mold or vermin infestation. This is why you should wear protective gear when sorting through your piled up boxes in the attic. An attic cleanout, more than any other space in the house, should be an area that you tackle with a partner. There are risks associated with climbing up and down attic stairs or a ladder, combined with the poor ventilation and heat risks of working in an attic.
\r\n\r\nWhen cleaning out an attic, the best strategy and is to start by either removing all items or moving all items to one end of the space so that you can go in and do some deep cleaning before working in the area. Sweep, dust, and vacuum the attic top to bottom before sorting through everything that is stored in there.
\r\n\r\nEven if you only use your attic for storage and don't plan on getting rid of anything, it's still important to periodically go through the items that are kept in there to ensure that there is no water or pest damage to the items you're storing in there. It's common for people to store family heirlooms or photographs in their basement or attic, and since these items are sentimental, you want to check on them often to ensure they're still in good shape.
\r\n\r\nIf you're removing everything from the attic, consider hiring a professional junk removal company to eliminate the risk of injury. Navigating ladders or attic stairs can be dangerous on its own, let alone with the added obstacle of removing and hauling boxes and other heavy items. Hiring a junk removal crew to clear our your attic will cut down the time it takes you to complete your project significantly.
\r\n\r\nCleaning out your basement will follow the same strategy as all other rooms: establishing a plan, sorting through the area in sections, and separating items into piles to keep, donate, and trash. Working on a large area, like a basement, in sections will help you stay on track and will make it less likely for you to get overwhelmed throughout the process.
\r\n\r\nIf your basement is unfinished, dusty, and full of cobwebs, we recommend taking the same approach as you would for an attic cleanout by being prepared with protective gear like gloves, boots, and masks for protection. If you have to remove everything and haul it up one or more flights of stairs, consider hiring a junk removal crew, or at the very least, recruiting help of your own. If you want to avoid handling this dirty job altogether, basement cleanout companies can assist you.
\r\n\r\nWhen reorganizing your belongings, keep like items together for easy access. For example, keep holiday decorations in one central location, family keepsakes in another, etc.
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\r\nWhile accessing a garage typically doesn't require walking up and down flights of stairs, a similar approach should be taken to a garage cleanout as you would a basement cleanout. Garages can be a host for bugs and other pests and should be sorted through carefully. It's also common for garages to store different types of flammable or otherwise dangerous chemicals, like gasoline, fertilizers, oil, lighter fluid, paint, and other car fluids. It's also not uncommon for sharp or rusty metal to be found in garages, like nails, tools, and other metal surfaces.
\r\n\r\nUse caution and protection when sorting through your garage, but utilize the same strategies that you use throughout the rest of your home but removing items you no longer want or need, and then cleaning and organizing the remaining items, being sure to keep like items in the same area. You can organize your garage to have a section for lawn care items, an area for tools and equipment, and area for car items, and an area for toys and other leisure activities. If you want to avoid handling your dirty garage cleanout, garage cleanout services are a great option.
\r\n\r\nA well-landscaped home can be worth 5.5-13% or more than a comparable home without landscaping, so when you take on a full home cleanout, don't overlook your yard. The first step to cleaning up your yard is to have a disposal plan in place. Most yard waste like grass clippings, twigs, and weeds can be composted. If you don't have a place to compost your yard waste and have a lot of it, consider renting a dumpster or hiring a junk removal company to haul away your collected yard waste for you.
\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to cleaning up your yard, start by collecting and bagging any litter that has blown into your yard. If you have lawn equipment, furniture, or toys, put them in their proper place. Next, you can scan the yard for any twigs, sticks, and branches and either bag them up or place them in a bucket that you can later use as kindling later. While you're scanning the yard for sticks, also keep your eyes peeled for any rocks or stones that are large enough to disrupt the mowing process.
\r\n\r\nFrom there, you should start weeding, either by hand or with the aid of a weed killer if the issue is widespread across your yard. Once the yard is cleaned up, spruce up your shrubs, bushes, and trees by trimming them when needed and giving them a nice shape. After all aspects of your yard have been manicured, top it off by mowing your yard and then using a leaf blower to clear off the driveway, sidewalk, and patio from any debris.
\r\n\r\nProfessional yard waste removal services are a great resource for people who would like assistance with the entire yard cleanup or simply a pile of yard waste debris. Although, in some cases, a yard waste dumpster rental that is loaded strictly with yard waste and no other junk is another great option if you don't mind loading the debris yourself and saving money to do so.
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\r\n\r\nThere are two options to consider when cleaning out a house: renting a dumpster and hiring a junk removal service If you're someone who wants to clean out their home but you struggle to find the time or motivation to get it done, hiring a professional house cleanout company to assist you could be the perfect solution. If you're someone that likes to cut costs, then a temporary dumpster rental may be the option you prefer.
\r\n\r\nIf you plan on going the DIY route rather than hiring a full-service junk removal company, hauling it all to the landfill yourself may not be a feasible or desirable option, let alone the most cost- and time-effective. Renting a dumpster is arguably the best way to manage all the garbage your home cleanout will produce. This is especially true when you know you'll need to get rid of large or bulky items like old appliances, electronics, light fixtures, furniture, etc.
\r\n\r\nThe convenience of having a dumpster on hand compared to having to haul individual truckloads to your local landfill yourself will have a significant impact on the time it takes you to complete your home cleanout project. For perspective, a 20 yard dumpster holds around 10-12 pickup truck loads' worth of items, not to mention you won't have to wait in line for potentially hours for your chance at damaging your vehicle or popping a tire at the landfill.
\r\n\r\nIf you'd rather have more help, junk removal services are the way to go. Experienced junk removal companies that offer home cleanout services have the ability to empty out a large home full of unwanted items, donate salvageable items to local charities, recycle items that are accepted in recycling projects, and dispose of the rest - all in a time-efficient manner.
\r\n\r\nJunk removal companies have the equipment and manpower to remove heavy items up and down flights of stairs and make it easy to get rid of all your unwanted junk so you can focus on cleaning and reorganizing the items you plan on keeping.
\r\n\r\nRegardless of which service you decide will work best for your project, you'll likely get the best price and the best service by working with a locally-owned and operated company. Hometown makes it easy to find local junk removal and dumpster rental companies that service your zip code. You can fill out our single quote request form to send to up to 3 local service providers in your area so that you can receive multiple quotes to compare pricing, availability, and customer service.
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\r\n\r\nCleaning out an entire home can be overwhelming to think about. Read our home cleanout checklist to help you organize an easy-to-follow strategy for guaranteed results.
\r\n","changed":"2023-03-31T16:15:22+00:00"},{"id":"2942d503-5c37-55ec-846e-f561b9f90c90","title":"How to Get Rid of Bulky Waste Items","url":"/blog/bulky-waste-removal","image":{"path":"/static/9312392ea7d0327ed2de58553a256fa9/bulky-items.png","alt":"Pile of broken furniture and toilet at road"},"video":null,"media_type":"image","tags":[{"id":"61ca817b-0498-5abf-bbe7-cdf5935242bc","name":"Junk Removal","slug":"Junk-Removal"},{"id":"02a42cee-60f9-5dfd-858c-22ec36b1ce1e","name":"Dumpster Rental","slug":"Dumpster-Rental"},{"id":"c6d09b3c-4685-5ba7-83fd-d69df65bae55","name":"Declutter","slug":"Declutter"}],"content":"If you have bulky or heavy items to throw out that you don't want to haul to the landfill yourself, there are several different options available to you depending on where you live.
\r\n\r\nHometown is here to help you figure out which method will work best for your situation.
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\r\n\r\n\r\nDepending on where you live, your city or township may offer bulk waste pickup services.
\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMost areas require you to schedule your pickup and pay for it ahead of time, while some may have designated dates and times for bulk waste pickup.
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The traditional way to schedule these services is to purchase a sticker at city hall or other providers indicated by your local jurisdiction.
\r\n\r\nMost pickups occur within 3 business days and your bulk furniture or appliance must be placed at the road with the sticker visible to be picked up.
\r\n\r\nA more modern way to schedule these services is to fill out a form online and pay for it then.
\r\n\r\nThis way typically does not require a sticker to be placed on the item that is being picked up as long as payment has been received and the pick-up has been scheduled.
\r\n\r\nFailing to follow your area's requirements and leaving your items at the road without a sticker or without scheduling a pick-up can subject you to a fine.
\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nSome weekly trash pick-up services also offer bulk waste pick-up, but not all do.
\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nYou typically have to be a customer to qualify for these services, but many companies only offer these services in certain areas.
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Arranging these services is similar to the city collection programs and can be arranged by contacting your municipal trash service.
\r\n\r\nIt's important to be specific about what you plan on having picked up because different items may require different preparation.
\r\n\r\nFor example, items like couches and mattresses that are fabric may need to be wrapped in plastic, appliances containing freon need to have the freon removed by a professional, long items may need to be cut down into smaller sections, etc.
\r\n\r\nNot following instructions and having your bulk waste at the road for too long could result in fines from your city officials.
\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nOne of the easiest ways to get rid of large and bulky items is to hire a junk removal service.
\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe convenience of a junk removal service is not having to figure out a way to haul your item(s) out to the road.
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A junk removal crew (usually 2 people) will arrive prepared to remove your heavy items from wherever they are stored, so you don't have to do any of the heavy lifting.
\r\n\r\nGetting multiple junk removal quotes is easy with Hometown.
\r\n\r\nBy entering your zip code and answering a few quick questions about your bulk waste removal needs, you'll be shown licensed and insured junk removal companies that are locally-owned and operated in your area.
\r\n\r\nYou can read more about each company, read verified real reviews, and request free quotes to ensure you're getting the best deal with the customer service you deserve and the availability you require.
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\r\n\r\nDumpster rentals are an affordable option if you have 7 cubic yards or more of waste to get rid of.
\r\n\r\nRoll-off containers and trailer dumpsters are temporarily rented out to residential customers who have a lot of junk, trash, and debris to get rid of.
\r\n\r\nA project like gutting a kitchen and removing all the appliances is a great candidate for renting a dumpster, but only removing a single appliance or piece of furniture is a better candidate for a junk removal service.
\r\n\r\nThere are different dumpster sizes available for a variety of different projects, and dumpster companies are great at helping you decide which size dumpster will work best for your project.
\r\n\r\nLocally-owned dumpster companies tend to offer the best pricing and customer service, and Hometown can help with that, too.
\r\n\r\nWe publish locally-owned and operated dumpster rental companies throughout the U.S. and make it easy to request free dumpster rental quotes with the click of a button.
\r\n\r\nJust like with junk removal, you can use Hometown to search your zip code and find providers that service your area.
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\r\n\r\nIf you have bulky or heavy items to throw out that you don't want to haul to the landfill yourself, there are several different options available to you depending on where you live. Learn about the different options to decide which method will work best for your situation.
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\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWhether you're upgrading appliances, dealing with outdated or non-functioning units, or transitioning between tenants, efficient appliance removal is crucial for streamlining the turnover process.
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In this guide, we'll explore the key considerations and steps to make appliance removal as smooth as possible.
\r\n\r\nBefore diving into the removal process, you'll first need to assess whether appliance removal is necessary. Consider factors such as the condition of the appliances, their age, and any tenant complaints or requests for upgrades. Removing appliances that are outdated or non-functional can improve the appeal of your property to prospective tenants.
\r\n\r\nBecause appliances need to be removed and replaced for a number of reasons, landlords may need to hire appliance removal services in various situations to effectively manage their rental properties.
\r\n\r\nHere are common scenarios when landlords should consider enlisting professional appliance removal services:
\r\n\r\nReplacing Outdated Appliances: When existing appliances in the rental property are old, inefficient, or no longer functional, landlords may decide to upgrade to newer, more energy-efficient models. Appliance removal services can safely and efficiently remove the old appliances, making way for the installation of new ones.
\r\n\tTenant Turnover: During tenant turnover, landlords may need to remove and replace appliances based on tenant requests or the need for maintenance or upgrades. This typically occurs when a tenant moves out, and the property is prepared for a new tenant.
\r\n\tTenant Abandonment or Eviction: In cases where tenants abandon the property, leave behind appliances, or are evicted, landlords may need to remove the tenant's appliances from the rental unit to prepare it for new occupants.
\r\n\tAppliance Repairs or Damage: If an appliance becomes damaged or requires extensive repairs, landlords may choose to replace it rather than invest in costly fixes. Professional removal services can safely remove the damaged appliance.
\r\n\tProperty Renovations or Remodeling: When landlords are undertaking major property renovations or remodeling projects that involve changing the layout or design of a rental unit, appliance removal may be necessary to facilitate construction or renovation work.
\r\n\tUpgrading to More Energy-Efficient Appliances: Landlords who want to improve the energy efficiency of their rental units may choose to replace old appliances with energy-efficient models. Appliance removal services can help with the safe disposal of old appliances and the installation of new ones.
\r\n\tChange in Property Use: If landlords are repurposing a rental property, such as converting it from a single-family home to a multi-unit dwelling or vice versa, appliance removal may be necessary to reconfigure the space to accommodate the new use.
\r\n\tSelling the Property: When landlords decide to sell a rental property, they may need to remove appliances that were included in the sale. This ensures that the property is presented in its best condition to potential buyers.
\r\n\tAppliance Recycling Initiatives: Landlords who are committed to environmentally responsible practices may hire appliance removal services to properly dispose of old appliances through recycling programs. This helps divert appliances from landfills and reduces environmental impact.
\r\n\tIn each of these scenarios, professional appliance removal services can streamline the process, ensuring that appliances are safely and legally disposed of, donated, or recycled. Additionally, these services can save landlords time and effort, especially when dealing with heavy or bulky appliances.
\r\n\r\nBy hiring experienced professionals, landlords can efficiently manage appliance removal and replacement, contributing to the overall maintenance and appeal of their rental properties.
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\r\nCoordinate the removal of appliances with the timeline of tenant turnover. Ideally, this should occur between tenants or during a vacancy to minimize disruption to current occupants.
\r\n\r\nIf you have existing tenants, inform them well in advance of any planned appliance removal. This helps manage expectations and allows them to make necessary arrangements. Provide a clear timeline for the removal and replacement of appliances.
\r\n\r\nWe recommend enlisting the help of professional appliance removal and disposal services. These experts can safely and efficiently remove old appliances, ensuring that they are properly disposed of or recycled in one convenient trip. This can save you the time of having to remove and haul away the appliances yourself and prevent damage to your property during removal.
\r\n\r\nThe faster the appliances are removed, the sooner the new appliances can be brought it, and the more streamlined the entire process will be for you and your tenants.
\r\n\r\nHometown makes it easy to find qualified appliance removal services in your area. Easily request multiple quotes with the click of a button, read verified customer reviews, and get answers to common appliance removal questions so you know what to expect and ensure you're getting the best services for the best price.
\r\n\r\nBefore removing appliances, disconnect any utility connections, such as gas, electricity, and water. This should be done by a qualified technician to ensure safety and compliance with local regulations.
\r\n\r\nWhen removing refrigerators and freezers, be sure to empty and clean them thoroughly first. Remove all food items and defrost the appliances to prevent water damage during removal. Secure the doors to prevent them from swinging open during transit.
\r\n\r\nFor safety reasons, always disconnect appliances from power sources before removal. This includes unplugging them from electrical outlets and turning off the gas supply for gas-powered appliances.
\r\n\r\nCoordinate with your chosen removal service to schedule appliance pick-up and disposal. They will have the appropriate vehicles and equipment to transport the appliances safely. Ensure they comply with local regulations for disposal and recycling.
\r\n\r\nIf the appliances are still in good working condition, consider donating them to local charities or organizations in need. Many communities have programs that accept used appliances for refurbishment and reuse. Alternatively, explore recycling options to minimize environmental impact.
\r\n\r\nJunk removal companies are experts at donating and recycling. They prioritize keeping items out of landfills whenever possible, so you can rest easy knowing your appliances will be donated whenever possible or recycled/disposed of properly if not.
\r\n\r\nIf you intend to replace the removed appliances with new ones, you can likely plan for their delivery and installation in advance. Ensure that the new appliances are compatible with the space and utility connections.
\r\n\r\nAfter appliance removal, thoroughly inspect the property to ensure that no damage occurred during the process. Address any issues promptly to prepare the rental unit for the next tenant.
\r\n\r\nUpdate your records and documentation to reflect the removal and replacement of appliances. This includes lease agreements, property inventory lists, and records of any expenses related to the appliance turnover.
\r\n\r\nIf you have new tenants lined up, communicate with them about the availability of appliances and any expectations regarding their use and maintenance.
\r\n\r\nBy following these steps and planning appliance removal strategically, landlords can streamline the turnover process, maintain the value of their rental properties, and enhance tenant satisfaction. An efficient appliance removal process contributes to a positive rental experience for both current and future tenants.
\r\n\r\nRead more: Rental Cleaning Checklist for Property Managers and Landlords
\r\n\r\nAs a landlord, maintaining and preparing your rental property is an ongoing responsibility, and that includes appliance removal and replacement. Learn when professional appliance removal is advised and the steps to make the process as smooth as possible.
\r\n","changed":"2023-10-05T21:24:42+00:00"},{"id":"8dde3535-1625-5d62-b136-426bc27dd7ea","title":"What Is an On-Site Junk Removal Estimate?","url":"/blog/on-site-junk-removal","image":{"path":"/static/313ef6984df72aa1b1e0b605265e772f/junk-removal-quotes.png","alt":"three junk removal crew members facing camera with arms crossed"},"video":null,"media_type":"image","tags":[{"id":"61ca817b-0498-5abf-bbe7-cdf5935242bc","name":"Junk Removal","slug":"Junk-Removal"},{"id":"58c950b5-f4ae-5829-8cae-bf1a2ddaac1c","name":"Junk Removal Costs","slug":"Junk-Removal-Costs"}],"content":"Junk removal estimates are almost always provided on-site.
\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe junk removal crew will come out to your home, yard, or business to see your junk cleanup project in person before providing an estimate for the junk removal work.
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\r\nMost junk removal services will not offer pricing estimates online or over the phone because each junk removal project can be so vastly different that it's difficult to provide an accurate estimate.
\r\n\r\nSo instead of providing an inaccurate estimate over the phone or via email, they wait until seeing the junk removal project's scope in person before quoting the work.
\r\n\r\nWhen the junk removal company comes out and gives you an estimate, if you agree to their price, they'll often get started right away or schedule a time that's convenient to complete the work.
\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThese quotes may be provided in person, but you are in no way obligated to hire a junk removal company if you don't feel like their price is fair or there are other red flags, like poor customer service.
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The best way to ensure you pay the best price for the best services is to get more than one quote from junk removal companies in your area.
\r\n\r\nHometown makes it easy to find local junk removal companies, read their customer reviews, and request junk removal quotes from multiple companies.
\r\n\r\nLearn more:
\r\n\r\nLearn all about on-site, no-obligation junk removal quotes and why companies prefer them over online or phone estimates.
\r\n","changed":"2023-02-23T02:20:30+00:00"},{"id":"b23a185e-4a24-5f69-a87a-b2ac7038650a","title":"Is Junk Removal Cheaper Than a Dumpster?","url":"/blog/is-junk-removal-cheaper-than-dumpster-rental","image":{"path":"/static/a23e75e41925ff5ae9a89f199db501d5/junk-removal-crew.png","alt":"two men carrying couch down apartment stairwell"},"video":null,"media_type":"image","tags":[{"id":"61ca817b-0498-5abf-bbe7-cdf5935242bc","name":"Junk Removal","slug":"Junk-Removal"},{"id":"58c950b5-f4ae-5829-8cae-bf1a2ddaac1c","name":"Junk Removal Costs","slug":"Junk-Removal-Costs"},{"id":"02a42cee-60f9-5dfd-858c-22ec36b1ce1e","name":"Dumpster Rental","slug":"Dumpster-Rental"},{"id":"59e80e10-b42a-5876-8471-f7ca60fbc75e","name":"Dumpster Costs","slug":"Dumpster-Costs"}],"content":"When most people have a junk removal or debris disposal project, they tend to think about cost and labor first and foremost.
\r\n\r\nThe two most common waste disposal methods for homeowners and business owners—junk removal services and temporary dumpster rental—are great options, but each method has its place.
\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nTo maximize cost effectiveness and minimize stress, do your research to be sure you choose the service that suits your physical ability, time constraints, and budget.
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\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nJunk removal pricing depends primarily on how much you have to get rid of, how much space your items take up in the truck or trailer, and whether or not your items require special care or handling, like with heavy, fragile, or hazardous items.
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That being said, let's take a closer look at national averages for various size junk removal projects to get a better idea of what junk removal costs are like.
\r\n\r\n| Project Type | \r\n\t\t\tAverage Cost | \r\n\t\t
|---|---|
| Minimum Charge | \r\n\t\t\t$75-$100 | \r\n\t\t
| 2-3 Pieces of Furniture | \r\n\t\t\t$100-$300 | \r\n\t\t
| Whole Home Cleanout | \r\n\t\t\t$500-$1,500 | \r\n\t\t
| Attic, Basement, or Garage Cleanout | \r\n\t\t\t$200-$800 | \r\n\t\t
| Hoarding Cleanup | \r\n\t\t\t$1,000-$3,000 | \r\n\t\t
| Foreclosure or Estate Cleanout | \r\n\t\t\t$800-$2,000 | \r\n\t\t
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Learn more:
\r\n\r\nThe national average cost of dumpster rental is $250-$550, though dumpster prices vary depending on:
\r\n\r\n| Container Size | \r\n\t\t\tAverage Cost | \r\n\t\t\tWhen It's a Good Option | \r\n\t\t
|---|---|---|
| 10 yard dumpster | \r\n\t\t\t$250-$450 | \r\n\t\t\tAttic, garage, or basement cleanout \r\n\t\t\tBathroom remodel \r\n\t\t\tSmall kitchen remodel \r\n\t\t\tPatio or walkway removal \r\n\t\t\tYard cleanup | \r\n\t\t
| 20 yard dumpster | \r\n\t\t\t$350-$550 | \r\n\t\t\tKitchen remodel \r\n\t\t\tSmall home cleanup project \r\n\t\t\tDriveway removal \r\n\t\t\tSmall to medium interior demolition | \r\n\t\t
| 30 yard dumpster | \r\n\t\t\t$450-$650 | \r\n\t\t\tMedium home cleanup project \r\n\t\t\tMedium remodel or demolition project | \r\n\t\t
| 40 yard dumpster | \r\n\t\t\t$550-$750 | \r\n\t\t\tLarge home cleanup project \r\n\t\t\tLarge remodel or demolition project | \r\n\t\t
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Though these averages give you a good idea of what a dumpster costs to rent, your local prices may vary, and we want to help you get the best price for your disposal project.
\r\n\r\nKeep reading:
\r\n\r\nIn most cases, dumpster rental prices fall between $250 and $550 for a seven-day rental, while junk removal can be as low as $75 or as high as thousands of dollars.
\r\n\r\nTypically, junk removal services cost more than renting a dumpster because of the added labor costs involved.
\r\n\r\nHowever, the exception to this is smaller cleanups, such as hauling away a couple pieces of furniture or getting rid of a refrigerator.
\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nIn general, if you need to get rid of only a few larger items like appliances or furniture, junk removal is the more cost-effective option, but if you have a larger project, then dumpster rental is likely less expensive.
\r\n
Renting a dumpster is the more economical choice for bigger jobs where you have to throw out seven or more cubic yards of material.
\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nRegardless of whether you choose to rent a dumpster or hire a junk removal company, Hometown can help you find the best company for your disposal project.
\r\n\r\nWe make it easy to browse local companies in your area, read about each company's history and services, see what customers have to say about their services, and request quotes from as many companies as you'd like.
\r\n\r\nWe also can help provide answers to some of your biggest waste-related questions.
\r\n\r\nFind out more:
\r\n\r\nMaximize cost effectiveness and minimize stress during your waste disposal project by doing your research to ensure you choose the service that suits your physical ability, time constraints, and budget.
\r\n","changed":"2022-09-02T15:11:57+00:00"},{"id":"d017fee2-e08f-5028-a11b-615a88a8d079","title":"How to Save Money on Your Home Cleanout","url":"/blog/how-to-save-money-on-your-home-cleanout","image":{"path":"/static/229af74add47eaddeacf8f525356060a/1-spring.png","alt":"Woman cleaning out closet"},"video":null,"media_type":"image","tags":[{"id":"7ce68dc2-095e-5221-a253-7b8b847933db","name":"House Cleanout","slug":"House-Cleanout"},{"id":"61ca817b-0498-5abf-bbe7-cdf5935242bc","name":"Junk Removal","slug":"Junk-Removal"},{"id":"02a42cee-60f9-5dfd-858c-22ec36b1ce1e","name":"Dumpster Rental","slug":"Dumpster-Rental"},{"id":"04fd2ebe-e793-5a68-9f65-b5be6a2552ea","name":"Household Junk Dumpsters","slug":"Household-Junk-Dumpsters"}],"content":"Hiring professional junk removal services is a fast and convenient way to clean out the contents of a home.
\r\n\r\nFollow our tips to saving money on your home cleanout project.
\r\n\r\n![\"Mother](\"/sites/default/files/inline-images/GettyImages-1303760152.jpg\")
\r\nOne of the factors that junk removal companies use to determine how they price a project is the amount of time it takes for them to complete the job.
\r\n\r\nThe more crew members or time needed to complete a project will increase the cost of labor for the company, which will be passed on to you.
\r\n\r\nA great way to cut down on the amount of labor needed for the junk removal company to complete your home cleanout is to get the project organized and ready before they get there.
\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nA single pile of items that needs to be hauled away will take far less time to load and haul away than items spread all throughout the house.
\r\n
Some companies may even charge you less if you offer contactless pickup.
\r\n\r\nPiling up all your unwanted junk from your home cleanout on your porch or in your driveway makes the entire junk removal process even faster, so it's worth asking if your added effort will get you a better price.
\r\n\r\nIf you're feeling overwhelmed with the thought of going through each room and having to decide which items to keep and what you'd like hauled away, this concise list from Good Housekeeping will help you determine which items should stay, what can be donated, and what should be tossed.
\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nGetting multiple home cleanout estimates not only informs you of what a competitive price is in your area, but it can be useful to use one company's quote as leverage when negotiating pricing with their competition; some companies are willing to price match.
\r\n\r\nWhen researching junk removal companies that provide home cleanout services in your area, keep in mind that locally-owned and operated companies tend to offer the most competitive pricing and personable services.
\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nGetting quotes from local junk removal companies in your area is easy with Hometown.
\r\n
By entering your zip code and answering a few short questions about your home cleanout, you'll be shown reputable companies near you.
\r\n\r\nAll quote requests are fast, free of charge, and you are not obligated to hire.
\r\n\r\nIt's best practice to get at least 2-3 different quotes to not only ensure you get the best price, but that you're getting quality customer service and the availability needed to fit your busy schedule.
\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"Dumpster](\"/sites/default/files/inline-images/GettyImages-1406910389.jpg\")
\r\nThe cheapest way to complete a home cleanout project is to rent a temporary dumpster and do all the hard labor yourself.
\r\n\r\nThere are many different dumpster styles and sizes available today and a reputable dumpster company will be able to help you pick the best option for your particular home cleanout project.
\r\n\r\nRoll-off dumpsters feature a swinging side door that makes them the perfect option when you have large, heavy, or bulky items to get rid of.
\r\n\r\nTrailer dumpsters are a great choice when you're working with limited parking space and/or need to be able to easily move your dumpster throughout the rental period.
\r\n\r\nThe standard duration of a dumpster rental is 5-7 days, but most companies can provide shorter or longer rental periods to accommodate each customers' individual needs.
\r\n\r\nIt's very important to understand all the terms and conditions of your dumpster rental agreement in order to avoid any additional fines or fees.
\r\n\r\nGoing over your weight limit, overfilling your container, and disposing of prohibited material are all circumstances that could lead to you paying more for your dumpster rental than the initial quote you were given.
\r\n\r\nJust like junk removal, it's important to get multiple quotes when searching for a dumpster rental in your area. And just like with junk removal, Hometown can help with that too.
\r\n\r\nYour home cleanout project doesn't have to be stressful with the right help at the right price.
\r\n
\r\nHometown makes it easy to find dumpster companies throughout the U.S., and we verify the legitimacy of all of them for you. You can read about each company and the services they provide, and you can request dumpster rental and junk removal quotes from as many companies that service your area as you'd like.
Learn more:
\r\n\r\nYour home cleanout project doesn't have to be stressful with the right help at the right price. Hiring professional junk removal services is a fast and convenient way to cleanout the contents of a home. Follow our tips to saving money on your home cleanout project.
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\r\n\r\nSome companies quote a price based on the expected volume of the debris in the truck, e.g., a full truckload, 1/2 truckload, or 1/4 truckload, while others quote by the hour.
\r\n\r\nLearn more: Junk Removal Costs
\r\n\r\nThere are a number of factors that can influence the cost of junk removal:
\r\n\r\nThe cost to haul junk varies by location. Customers in metropolitan areas, like New York City or Los Angeles, can expect to pay more for junk removal than those in less populated areas would for the same size project.
\r\n\r\nLearn More: The Basics of Junk Removal Service
\r\n\r\nThe amount of junk that needs to be removed plays a big role, too. For example, large cleanups will require a bigger truck or container with a large loading capacity, as well as more labor hours to complete the job. The same is true for complex cleanups, like having to carry items down multiple flights of stairs or removing an old heavy piano that needs to be disassembled in order to remove it safely, or other situations that require more time and/or manpower.
\r\n\r\nCertain types of waste, junk, and debris cost more to dispose of than others. For example, hazardous materials cost more due to environmental laws, safety concerns, and disposal requirements.
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