Waste Management

When you’re tackling big home projects, you often find yourself with a big mess on your hands. Whether you’re looking at piles of branches and leaves from a yard project or plenty of torn-down drywall following a gut renovation, a call to a pro waste management service is likely in your future. Get advice and find out the best junk removal pro for your project here.

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Man putting kitchen waste into compost bin
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Rachel Hoffman
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May 20, 2025
May 20, 2025
Furniture removal costs depend on the type, size, and location of items. Learn the average cost of furniture removal to free up room in your home.
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Jenna Jonaitis
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Apr 28, 2025
Apr 28, 2025
Junk removal costs depend on the volume and type of waste you need removed, but paying a professional saves you time and energy over hauling it yourself.
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Anna Baluch
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Jun 25, 2025
Jun 25, 2025
Shed removal costs depend on size, materials, condition, and if you DIY the demolition or not. This guide will help you budget to remove your shed.
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Audrey Bruno
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Sep 17, 2024
Sep 17, 2024
There are several types of pros that you can hire to appraise, haul, and sell your belongings so you won’t have to do the heavy lifting yourself.
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Nick P. Cellucci
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Jun 17, 2025
Jun 17, 2025
Don’t contribute to the growing environmental waste problem when your microwave expires. Learn how to dispose of a microwave safely and lawfully.
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Ginny Bartolone
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May 31, 2024
May 31, 2024
Hiring junk haulers is the final step in a deep clean or large renovation. Curious about which questions to ask before hiring a junk removal company? Let's take a look.
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Who Disposes of Old Mattresses?
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