Junk Removal Services Top Consider

As you look out your window and peer once again at that pile of unwanted items that the trash collector would not take, you wonder what you can do to get rid of it. The best way to deal with that unsightly mess is to hire a junk removal service. If you do, consider these tips to make the process as hassle free as possible.

Be Upfront

When you call the junk removal service to get a quote, make sure you are honest about the size of the job. If you have a lot of heavy furniture, for instance, that is part of your unwanted items pile, you will need to make this known. The more accurate you are in your description of the items, the more accurate your quote will be. Some companies may even want to come and take a look at the stuff before giving you a quote. If they offer, let them come. You need an accurate quote to make a decision about which company to hire.

Ask Questions

Before you hire the company, ask many questions about their services. First, ask what types of items they are willing to take. A junk removal service may be unwilling to take furniture, while others may be unwilling to take those “mystery” boxes in your basement. If a company has many items on its “we won’t take these” list, consider choosing someone else. Keep in mind that most companies will not transport flammable items, like propane tanks, so you will need a different disposal option for those types of items.

Preparing Your Items

Contact the junk removal service ahead of time to learn how they want you to prepare your home and your items for their arrival. You may be asked to centralize all of your unwanted items in one location of your home. You may be asked to mark them clearly so the workers will not be confused as to which items to take. Follow these instructions carefully to ensure that all of the items are taken, and none of the items you wish to keep accidentally get removed.

Ask About Accidents

In the process of removing the items from your home, it’s possible that something could get dropped or pushed into a valuable item in your home. Ask about the company’s accident record and policy. Chose a company that carries insurance. This will help you receive some compensation if an accident occurs. You do not want to be enjoying your newly cleaned out space while staring at a hole in the wall made when the cumbersome couch was taken out too quickly.

Remember, your goal when hiring a junk removal company is to find a company willing to take your unwanted items quickly and safely so you can enjoy your space again. By asking the right questions and preparing your home properly ahead of time, you can sit back and relax while the workers haul away your unwanted stuff, leaving you with an uncluttered home once again.