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Second City Hauling
5.0(
12
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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

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Danny Deconstruction
5.0(
35
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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
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Double Eight Property Management, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Waste, Junk, Building Materials and Debris - Remove and Haul

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Mr Neal is THEEEE BEST! I talked to him he was VERY polite and professional, he asked me how soon did I need the things removed I told her the next day, he was at my home at the time I gave him, took everything that I needed out and not ONLY that he cleaned up which my husband told him he would do it, now I have someone who I know will get the job did and I will DEF be referring him and hiring him for other jobs, thanks so much Mr. Neal!"
Response time1 hour
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Hauling questions, answered by experts

Depending on your location, you can bring items to your local dump. It’s important to check their guidelines on what they accept, as not all dumps will take all items. 

In addition, renting a dumpster is an option in most areas. Renting a dumpster will cost around $400 for a week, including the cost of hauling it away. However, it does not include labor to lift heavy items into the dumpster. If you have very large or heavy items, chemicals, or other items that you cannot bring to your local dump, contact a junk hauling company.

Rubber mulch is recyclable and should not be disposed of in landfills. Contact local recycling centers or rubber mulch manufacturers, as many offer take-back programs. You can also repurpose it for other landscaping projects, donate it to schools or community parks, or sell it online. If removal is necessary, use a shovel and rake to collect the mulch, then transport it to the appropriate disposal or recycling facility.

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.

There are several ways to dispose of excess sod, including building a compost pile, taking it to a green waste disposal facility, donating the sod, or reusing it in another part of your yard. It’s a good idea to check with your local municipality to see how to get rid of yard waste, as some areas have local regulations on what can go in the green waste bin. For example, your recycling services may reject too much soil added to green waste.

There are several small, inexpensive upgrades you can make to upgrade your basement. Although you still need to adhere to building codes and obtain permits when necessary, you can complete small but mighty tasks like painting the masonry walls and installing entertainment devices to make the space more usable. 

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