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Take it all Haul LLC
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Waste, Junk, Building Materials and Debris - Remove and Haul

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"George is the best hauler I have ever used in my, yes, 50 years in real estate sales. It’s not just the physical work, it’s George’s incredible attitude n even the heaviest most challenging tasks. Never a complaint, always a smile, and a “Thank You for the job!” Whether it is moving heavy items to the dumps or to donation, George gets it done in Marin, Sonoma County or San Francisco. He’s even trekked to the East Bay for my clients. All my clients shared the same appreciation of Georg Vieiro’s work. I’m hiring him again this week for a listing in San Francisco’s Glen Park. He did an amazing job in San Francisco at my Sea Cliff luxury listing as well."
Removal of debris
Removal of debris
Removal of debris
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Avalos GreenScapes
5.0(
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Waste, Junk, Building Materials and Debris - Remove and Haul

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We hired Avalos Greenscapes to install some new rock in our front and backyard. They did a Fantastic job, had great communication, and we are really happy with the final product. If I ever need any future landscaping jobs I would hire them again."
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Hauling questions, answered by experts

When deciding between renting a dumpster and hiring a junk removal service, the key factors are the type of project, the items you're discarding, and your timeline.

  • Rent a dumpster for longer projects like remodeling or construction. It offers flexibility, allowing you to dispose of debris like broken tile, drywall, fixtures, and yard waste over several days. You will be responsible for loading the dumpster yourself.

  • Hire a junk removal service for quick, hands-free disposal. This is ideal if you want to get rid of a pile of junk quickly, or if you have heavy or bulky items like furniture and boxes that you don't want to lift yourself. The professionals handle all the labor, often clearing everything out within a few hours.

The cost for junk removal is $240 on average, but prices can range from $60 to $600. Your total price largely depends on the items you’re having removed. Certain appliances, like window air conditioners, range from $75 to $90 to remove. However, more oversized items, like hot tubs, fall on the expensive side of the range, costing between $200 and $600 for removal. You should also consider the amount and weight of your junk, with most junk removal companies requiring a minimum of 2 cubic yards.

While a rented dumpster can handle a wide variety of materials, there are significant restrictions on what is allowed. Generally, you can dispose of most non-hazardous household junk, yard waste, and construction debris.

Accepted items typically include:

  • Furniture, carpets, old linens, and toys

  • Wood and yard debris

  • Small appliances and excess trash

  • Renovation waste like old finishes, building debris, and roofing materials (unless they contain lead paint or asbestos)

However, you cannot put toxic, flammable, or hazardous materials in a dumpster. Prohibited items almost always include:

  • Paint, gasoline, oil, and other fuels

  • Household cleaners and other chemicals

  • Electronics, batteries, and tires

  • Refrigerators, hot water tanks, and medical waste

Since regulations can vary by location and company, it is essential to check with your dumpster rental provider for their specific list of accepted and prohibited items before you begin.

Only throw soil in a dumpster rental if you have permission in your contract to do so. Organic materials such as soil often make the list of items that shouldn't go in a dumpster, but this depends on the agreement. Some dumpster companies will accept non-contaminated soil as well as rocks, yard debris, and compost.

As with TVs and other types of electronic waste, dispose of appliances responsibly by checking local recycling programs or waste facilities. You can also consider donating working appliances to charities or utilizing manufacturer take-back programs. Remember that improper disposal causes environmental harm and contributes to electronic waste pollution, so recycle responsibly.

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