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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Beige backyard storage shed with double doors, surrounded by mulch, gravel, and a wooden fence
Aug 13, 2025
Aug 13, 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.
Two movers carry a gray sofa out of a large suburban home with white siding, green shutters, and a manicured lawn.
Aug 14, 2025
Aug 14, 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.
mother and daughter doing washing at home
Jan 10, 2025
Jan 10, 2025
Appliance removal costs can vary widely. Learn the average cost of appliance removal and the factors that affect how much you pay.
Interior of kitchen with modern microwave
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.
A woman looking at food in the refrigerator
Jun 11, 2025
Jun 11, 2025
When disposing of a refrigerator, it is important to take the necessary steps to separate, drain and haul the appliance.
Green garbage truck
Jun 5, 2025
Jun 5, 2025
Should you tip junk haulers when they lug away your old stuff? While it's not expected, tipping great service is always a solid move.
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Suburban home exterior in summer
A few grubs are normal, but many grubs can quickly damage a healthy lawn. Look for these seven signs of grubs in a lawn, plus follow our tips for grub removal.
A black dump trailer
Wondering how much does it cost to rent a dump trailer? Get a full breakdown of average prices, cost factors, and money-saving tips for homeowners.
A hand in a blue glove wipes a glossy, dark wood floor with a yellow cloth.
Used stain rags can be flammable and pose safety risks. Learn how to dispose of stain rags safely and responsibly.
A person wearing white gloves pours ammonia from a bottle into a plastic container of sand or cat litter
Caustic ammonia needs to be disposed of safely to protect both your health and the environment. Learn how to dispose of ammonia safely with this guide.
An aerial view of a bright yellow dump truck parked on an asphalt street with a sidewalk and planter box
Need a dump truck for your project but not sure how big it should be? Use this guide on dump truck sizes and sizing to get the right size for your needs.
A hand is shown pouring a clear liquid, possibly bleach, from a white plastic container into a toilet bowl
Bleach is a great household cleaner, but knowing how to dispose of it can be a challenge. Find out how to safely get rid of bleach you don’t need anymore.
A raccoon climbs in a leafy tree on a sunny day, with part of a house roof visible in the background.
Tired of raccoons raiding your garbage can or taking up residence in your attic or crawlspace? Check out this list of the best raccoon baits to find the foods that will help you trap these pesky creatures so you can relocate them.
A brown and white hawk with a reddish tail sits perched on a wooden fence post in a suburban backyard
Hawks are expert overhead hunters. To protect your pets and the little birds visiting your backyard, learn how to keep hawks away with these humane strategies.
A small, vibrant green frog with brown eyes sits in dew-kissed green grass under bright sunlight
Discover how to keep frogs away using humane tactics. From fences and barriers to decoys and repellents, learn how to maintain a frog-free environment in your yard.
Two movers carry a gray sofa out of a large suburban home with white siding, green shutters, and a manicured lawn.
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.
Man cleaning up fallen tree branches into a yard waste bag with a wood chipper in the background.
If a tree has fallen in your yard, you’ll need to get rid of the wood. Here are several ideas for tree log removal and how to dispose of tree branches.
Three Canada geese stand alert on a green lawn in a suburban backyard next to a house
Sick of stepping in goose droppings or watching geese tear up your lawn? This guide will show you how to keep geese out of your yard the humane way.