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Second City Hauling
5.0(
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Waste, Junk, Building Materials and Debris - Remove and Haul

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Needed a very large dresser removed from our basement with a large mirror attachment. Second city Hauling came in and were extremely professional and courteous. Very quick and efficient with removal. This is the second time I have used their services for furniture/junk removal and both times have been very quick and efficient."
Donation
Cleanout
Storage Cleanout
Storage Cleanout
Apartment Cleanout

+16

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Danny Deconstruction
5.0(
37
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Waste, Junk, Building Materials and Debris - Remove and Haul

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Danny Deconstruction Junk Removal services were superb! The two drivers were not only timely, but they were also friendly, professional and efficient. I was so impressed with the time they took to carefully and safely remove our items, and they offer competitive pricing. I plan to use their services again, and will highly recommend them to our friends, family and neighbors for this and any other services they offer! Thank you Angi for sending us their contact information."
Garbage removal
Before
Hauling Project
Demolition
Garbage removal

+12

Response time8 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Hauling questions, answered by experts

If your bulk trash pickup didn't occur, your item may have been deemed unacceptable at pickup. Some providers tag unacceptable items with an explanation, such as improper preparation, overweight or oversized items, inaccessibility due to parked vehicles or construction, hazardous materials, or severe weather. Contact your trash pickup provider for more information.

The most affordable way to get rid of junk often involves a do-it-yourself approach, especially if you don't have a large amount of debris. Start by sorting your items into categories: donate, recycle, sell, or trash.

  • Donate or Sell: Usable goods can be donated to local charities. You can also list items for free or for a low price on platforms like Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist.

  • Use Municipal Services: Your city's regular garbage collection or bulk pickup days can be the cheapest option. However, be sure to check community guidelines for quantity limits and accepted materials. You can also take recyclables to a city drop-off center.

  • Haul it Yourself: If you have a truck or suitable vehicle, loading the junk and taking it to a local transfer station, public dump, or waste disposal facility is a very cost-effective method.

If a DIY approach isn't possible, consider these options:

  • Rent a Dumpster: You can rent a dumpster, fill it yourself, and the rental company will haul it away. This is a good middle-ground if you can do the labor but don't have a vehicle for transport.

  • Hire a Junk Removal Service: While typically the most expensive choice, hiring a professional junk removal team is the most time-efficient and requires the least effort from you. This is a good solution if your city's services won't accept the items or if you are unable to move them yourself.

Services include regular garbage pickup, recycling, and bulk waste disposal options.

Professionals will ensure waste is sorted for recycling, thus reducing landfill impact.

There are a number of factors that make an item difficult to recycle, but it often comes down to mixed materials. Any item you can’t leave on your curb for recycling pickup is likely considered an item difficult to recycle. Common examples of items considered difficult and require special handling or other recycling arrangements are tires, appliances using freon, batteries, and compact fluorescent lightbulbs (CFLs).

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