Whether you’re doing some minor decluttering or getting rid of unwanted things after moving out, you need a company that will ensure thorough junk removal. Here are the qualities you need to look for when hiring a junk removal company.
1. They communicate clearly — One of the signs of a good company (that is, not exclusive to junk removal companies) is clear and consistent communication. They shouldn’t be hard to reach, can reply to emails in a timely manner and should be able to answer your questions clearly. Likewise, they should be on time for their appointments, whether virtual or in-person.
2. They have a list of the things they will (and will not) take — A good junk removal company should have a list of the things that they are willing to haul. In many cases, junk removal companies will advertise that they will take “almost anything” with a list of the things that they won’t take. Such a list would include hazardous waste and substances like fertilizer or old building materials with asbestos.
3. They have the proper hauling equipment — Junk removal companies should be prepared for nearly anything their clients need to be hauled. Items identified as “junk” do not always fit into moving boxes – construction debris being a common example – and a good junk removal company should have equipment like dumpsters for hauling such materials.
4. They should properly dispose of whatever they haul — Even though you’re disposing of unwanted things, you’ll want to make sure that they will be disposed of properly. Your junk removal company should have no problems explaining their process and where they will take the items they haul. For example, clean clothes, books, toys and furniture can be donated. Construction debris like discarded roofing and old windows can be sent to recycling centers. With proper disposal methods, only a small fraction of your junk should end up in landfills.
Need a disposal team? Call Around Town Movers at (703) 682-5922. You can also fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment. We serve customers in Ashburn and Arlington, VA, as well as the surrounding communities in Maryland.
