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Avatar for Heavenly Hauling & Cleaning Service
Heavenly Hauling & Cleaning Service
4.8(
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Waste, Junk, Building Materials and Debris - Remove and Haul

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Steve from Heavenly Hauling did a great job removing a downed tree limb from my yard, at a reasonable price. I would definitely use his services again and will share his contact information with my neighbors."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mario's Tree Services, LLC
4.9(
62
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Waste, Junk, Building Materials and Debris - Remove and Haul

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 10 years of experience in the tree industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from removal, trimming and stump grinding. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Mario's Tree Services, LLC a call today, we look forward to working with you

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Oak removed
Dead ash tree removal

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Response time3 hrs
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ron G Construction Services LLC
4.9(
25
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Waste, Junk, Building Materials and Debris - Remove and Haul

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. \n

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Moffitt Mowing and Towing
Moffitt Mowing and Towing
4.0(
2
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Waste, Junk, Building Materials and Debris - Remove and Haul

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We offer top notch, Junk Removal, Construction, and General Waste Removal, among other related tasks, such as material delivery. We strive to be efficient, consistent, and the most reliable company you can find, regardless of category.

Response time10 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Veterans Handyman Service
3.8(
10
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Waste, Junk, Building Materials and Debris - Remove and Haul

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

It can be a daunting task looking for only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

Response time2 days
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for JAKES AFFORDABLE JUNK SOLUTIONS
JAKES AFFORDABLE JUNK SOLUTIONS
New to Angi
Waste, Junk, Building Materials and Debris - Remove and Haul

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I'm a family man starting a junk removal business I have lots of experience and I love what I do. I'm very passionate about my work I always do my best and work my hardest.\nI have everything needed to get any junk removal job done professionally and with ease.

Drop Curb
Drop Curb
Back yard scrap job
Back yard scrap job
Basement junk

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Hauling questions, answered by experts

While the city handles residential pickup, you need private professionals for large cleanouts or dumpster rentals. Always verify your hired contractor holds the proper state environmental registrations for waste hauling. Confirm they dispose of materials at approved IA facilities rather than dumping illegally. If placing a dumpster on an Ames street, secure the required local permits. Schedule your junk removal weeks in advance during the busy August student move-in season.

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Keep a sturdy snow shovel and ice scraper nearby to clear a path to your bins during Ames winters. Have bungee cords available to secure lids during high winds, preventing litter across your neighborhood. Use environmentally safe, water-based cleaners to scrub out summer odors without violating IA stormwater regulations. Finally, mark your bins with your address to prevent accidental misplacement, especially during busy student move-in seasons.

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For standard garbage collection service in Ames, you are required to use specific municipal-issued wheeled carts. If you build a storage enclosure, choose durable materials that withstand freezing IA temperatures and heavy snow loads. For seasonal yard waste, stock up on biodegradable paper bags, as plastic bags are strictly prohibited. Keep your recycling and organics in their designated containers to prevent contamination and ensure successful weekly pickups.

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Success with garbage collection service in Ames depends strictly on following municipal guidelines. Place your city-issued carts at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your designated day. Ensure the cart handle faces your house with three feet of clearance for automated trucks. During harsh IA winters, clear snow and ice around your bins to guarantee access. Keep hazardous household waste out of standard bins to prevent skipped pickups.

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Standard garbage collection service operates as a universal utility in Ames, so it does not directly increase your property appraisal. However, building a code-compliant, weather-resistant enclosure for your carts significantly boosts your home's curb appeal. Hiding visible bin clutter makes your property present better to potential buyers. For rental properties across IA, maintaining a clear history of compliance with local waste ordinances also makes management transfers much smoother.

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