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How Junk King Is Making Junk Removal Easier This Year!

How Junk King Is Making Junk Removal Easier This Year!

One of the traditional activities that many people take part in every New Year is to make resolutions.

How junk removal could be the best resolution you make this year! While New Year’s resolutions are often made with good intentions as well as a serious and renewed resolve to follow through, many estimates tell us that approximately 80 percent of New Year’s resolutions fail.

What kind of resolutions do most people make every new year?

Surveys have shown that the most common resolutions include:

  • exercising more
  • eating healthier
  • saving money
  • and losing weight

In addition, for some of us, we resolve to clean up our living spaces and get rid of all the clutter. And while we may not make that an “official” New Year’s resolution, we still make an effort to follow through on the goal.

But if we truly take a deep dive into decluttering and getting rid of all the unwanted or unneeded junk in our homes, we can often find that we’re a bit overwhelmed with all the junk that has piled up. And then we have to figure out what to do with it all.

This is why Junk King Fairfax specializes in making junk removal easy for our customers.

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When Your Junk Removal Needs Require a Junk Removal Service

Junk can mean a lot of things to a lot of people.

For some, their “junk” is anything and everything they’ve accumulated over the years that they no longer want, need or have room for. And this can include plenty of usable items like clothing, electronics, and even small appliances and furniture.

For many others, junk is simply the broken, unusable, and trashed items and materials in and around their homes.

However, regardless of the state of the items or the size, your junk still has to be removed and disposed of somehow. And the reality is that junk removal can involve much more than the average resident in Fairfax County has the resources for.

How’s that?

Well, when it comes to large, bulky junk items, for example, one of the first things you need is some help. And a truck.

What kind of “large, bulky junk items” are we talking about? For example, anything that won’t fit in the back of your family car. The truth is that typical residential junk removal often includes hauling items that require large trucks and two or more people to move them.

In other words, typical junk removal services include things like:

It is undoubtedly true, of course, that if you have access to a pickup truck and someone who is willing to give you a hand, large junk removal can be a DIY task.

But it’s not easy. And not everyone can do it themselves, which is why a junk removal service is needed.

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So, You Want to Do Your Own Junk Removal?Bagster's, while effective, cannot hold as much as a Junk King Dumpster

At Junk King Fairfax, we get it.

Sure, we built our business on providing the absolute best junk removal services in the greater Fairfax region. But we also understand that there are times and situations when it makes more sense to remove junk over a period of days and then have it all taken away.

And there are options for that.

Some folks will go to their local municipal waste management company and rent one of their massive, industrial-type dumpsters for the task. The problem with this approach is that those dumpsters are often too large and often quite expensive.

Others will opt for services like a Bagster® for their DIY junk removal project. While this might seem like a convenient and cost-effective solution for your large junk removal needs, people need to keep in mind that these collapsible, fabric bags can only hold so much.

The Bagster® will hold just over 3,000 pounds of junk and can hold three cubic yards. While this may be sufficient for a small junk removal project, you’re not likely to get too many old, unusable kitchen appliances or three days’ worth of remodeling debris in one of those.

And, at Junk King Fairfax, we understand that, which is why we offer a better option.

  • Do you have a large house cleanout project going into this new year?
  • Are you cleaning out you’re your attic, basement, garage, and closet?
  • Maybe you’re cleaning up and clearing out your backyard, side yards, and outdoor property?

Your best choice for loading and staging your junk and debris is with a rental dumpster from Junk King. Our renowned MINI Dumpster is an efficient, conveniently sized, and user-friendly self-service dumpster rental. And our dumpster rental service provides fair and flexible pricing for all kinds of DIY junk removal projects.

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Self-Service or Full-Service – Junk King Fairfax Makes Junk Removal Easyjunk removal fairfax virginia

If you choose to go the self-service route to get rid of your household junk this new year, keep in mind that dumpster rental companies use different pricing models. But at Junk King, we only have simple and transparent prices, terms, and conditions.

Keep in mind, too, that some dumpster rental options have limited capacity, while others are simply far too much for what most folks need in front of their homes. But that’s not the case with the Junk King MINI Dumpster.

Unlike the smaller Bagster®, the Junk King dumpster holds up to 12 cubic yards of junk loaded to the brim, and that’s equivalent to almost five large pickup truck loads. And, unlike some companies, we only charge by volume, not by weight, which means your cost is simply based on how much of the dumpster your junk takes up.

When you choose to rent a MINI Dumpster from Junk King Fairfax, you will always receive friendly service, convenient drop-off and pickup that is on-time, and with fair pricing.

And, of course, if you prefer to have someone else come and do all the heavy lifting, we can do that, as well!

When you choose full-service junk removal from Junk King Fairfax, you’ll get friendly service from real professionals. And we make it a goal to make your life easier with fast, dependable junk hauling services.

 

We do all the hard work… you just point, and it’s gone. Easy as that!

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For the Best Junk Removal Service in the Fairfax VA Area

Junk King Fairfax is ready to help you with our world-class junk removal service and dumpster rentals in the greater Fairfax region. And that includes places like Sterling, Centreville, Reston, Woodbridge, Manassas, Leesburg, and Vienna.

Whatever junk you need to get rid of, we’re ready to come and remove it for you, and we do all the heavy lifting. Or, if you need to take two, three, or more days to complete your junk removal project, we believe that your best option is one of our MINI Dumpster rentals for self-service junk removal.

Either way, all you have to do is call Junk King Fairfax.

We are your best local source for both self-service and full-service junk removal options!

At Junk King Fairfax, we offer efficient, safe, and eco-friendly junk removal services that take the work and worry out of getting rid of your junk. Our experienced junk removal team can come and carefully remove and haul off any types of junk you have. And our big, red trucks are made to handle all your large junk items.

Or, if you prefer, we can drop off one of our famous MINI Dumpsters to help you take care of the job.

Our professional, highly trained, and insured junk removal team will come to your home or office, and we’ll call 15 to 30 minutes before we arrive to let you know we’re on our way. Once we show up at your location, we’ll give you a free estimate based on how much room your junk takes up in our truck or MINI Dumpster.

So, ready to take advantage of the best junk removal service in the Fairfax area?

It’s as simple as 1, 2, 3.

Just make an appointment by booking online above or calling us at 1.888.888.JUNK (5865).

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When Your Cleaning Project Could Use A Dumpster Rental

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For most of us living in the Fairfax, Virginia area, some junk removal now and again is just a part of life.

 

We need to get rid of things, for example. Sometimes quite a few things, or large piles of things. Or we need to complete a major cleaning project that generates quite a bit of junk and debris, day after day. 

 

That’s a problem when there’s more than we can fit in our trash bins and we don’t have a good place to pile it up until we can haul it away. 

 

We’re talking about those times when our junk removal isn’t simply the result of cleaning out the garage or ending up with too many large piles of yard waste after a day-long landscaping project. 

 

No, we’re talking about times when our cleaning project takes several days. And every day generates more junk, more debris, and more trash. We’re talking about having the option of either adding to those piles day after day or making “dump runs” every day. 

 

And neither of these options are preferable.

 

Which is why Junk King Fairfax specializes in offering a convenient dumpster rental service.

 

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Junk King Fairfax Means Convenient Junk Removal Options

 

At Junk King Fairfax we are proud of our fast, efficient, and affordable full-service junk removal. But we’re just as proud of our self-service option that utilizes our handy MINI Dumpster rental.

 

With one of our unique dumpster rentals, you load your junk, trash, and other debris yourself. But with our user-friendly and driveway-safe MINI Dumpster design, your work is made easy because placing your junk items and other unwanted materials inside this roll-off dumpster is a breeze! 

 

Our MINI Dumpster rental is available to homeowners, renters, business owners, contractors, and just about anyone else who needs an efficient bin for staging junk – even schools or churches.

 

In addition, Junk King’s self-service junk removal uses a conveniently sized dumpster that is still perfect for any large junk or debris that might come from your home, office, or place of business. When we designed our MINI Dumpster, we went all out to make the process easy and create an easy-to-load roll-off dumpster with a huge, 12-cubic yard load capacity. 

 

Are you wondering how much that is?

 

Well, if you consider that the average clothes dryer measures about one cubic yard in size, try to picture a dozen of them lined up in three rows of four machines each. You could fit all of them inside of a Junk King MINI Dumpster – and still have room to spare!

 

Have you ever loaded (or unloaded) material with a pickup truck? If so, try to imagine a truck bed full to the brim with gravel.

 

Now, a bed of a standard, full size pickup truck is eight feet long, just over five feet wide, and about a foot and a half high to the top of the sidewalls. This means that it will hold close to 2.5 cubic yards of gravel when it’s loaded level full.

 

Which means that a Junk King MINI Dumpster can hold up to five pickup truck loads of gravel (or junk!)

Still wondering if a Junk King MINI Dumpster rental is the right option for your project?

 

Dumpster Rental

 

There are probably dozens of great reasons for using a dumpster rental for your cleaning project and these are just a few. The beauty of having a MINI Dumpster at your home or office is that you have three days (or more!) to dump your junk items, debris, trash, and waste materials. That means you can be loading when you want to and at your own pace. 

 

No matter the size or location of your major cleaning projects, a MINI Dumpster rental from Junk King Fairfax can be the optimum junk removal solution for you. 

 

 

 

 

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Junk King Fairfax Means Great Dumpster Rental Pricing

 

At Junk King Fairfax, when you choose our self-service junk removal option using a dumpster rental, you pay only for the space you use in our MINI Dumpster.

 

Our dumpster rental pricing has three tiers, minimum, half, and full. (Note that the industry standard is to simply charge a single price no matter how much you put in their dumpster!) But we do things differently at Junk King. And one of those things is to provide tiered pricing options that give you better value with your dumpster rental.

 

  • Our minimum price is our lowest charge to drop off and pick up the dumpster.

 

  • If you have only a few items, you may qualify for the minimum charge. If your dumpster is at or close to half full, you’ll pay about a discount from the full price.

 

  • If your dumpster is more than half full, you pay our full price for dumpster rental service.

 

However, if you were to decide to opt for our full-service junk hauling and removal, we offer you four different ways to get an estimate before your book with us. You can get a no obligation on site estimate, an estimate by phone, by text, or even with our easy-to-use online pricing estimator.

 

Why do we do all that, you ask? Because at Junk King Fairfax we believe in fair and transparent pricing.

 

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Junk King Fairfax Means Green Junk Disposal

Our junk removal and disposal process is designed to keep as much of your junk out of our landfills as possible. And we do it that way because Junk King’s eco-friendly corporate mission has always been to recycle as much junk as possible.

 

And, at Junk King Fairfax, we strive to make that our mission, as well.

 

Through our relationships with local recyclers, donation centers, and nonprofit organizations in the Fairfax area, we’re able to get a large percentage of unwanted and discarded junk items donated or recycled.

 

No matter whether we bring it in on our trucks or in a MINI Dumpster rental, everything we bring in is sorted and then processed accordingly. At Junk King Fairfax, we are proud to be part of the only nationally recognized junk removal company that has the goal of recycling 60 percent or more of everything we pick up.

 

And along with great pricing and green processes, Junk King has been named as the Number One junk removal service in our industry, as well.

 

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Junk King Fairfax Means the Best Junk Removal in the Fairfax Area

Regardless of whether you decide on a self-service dumpster rental solution, or a full-service junk removal solution, Junk King Fairfax is your “go to” junk removal partner.

 

No matter if you live in Springfield, Alexandria, Woodbridge, Falls Church, or Leesburg we’re here to help take care of all your junk removal needs

 

And no matter the job, if you’ve got junk to get rid of, make your next call to Junk King Fairfax.

 

Junk King Fairfax offers efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly junk removal services that take the work and worry out of the disposal of your junk. Our experienced junk removal team will carefully remove and haul off any types of junk you have. And our junk removal trucks are especially designed to handle all your large junk items.

 

So, ready to get rid of your old junk? It’s as simple as 1, 2, 3.

 

Our professional and insured junk removal team will show up at your home or office, and we’ll call 15 to 30 minutes before we get there. Once we’re on site, we’ll give you a free estimate based on how much room your junk takes up in our truck.

 

If you like our estimate, you simply point, and we’ll load those old junk items into our junk removal trucks and haul them away with no hidden fees.

 

Just make an appointment by booking online above, or by calling us at 1.888.888.JUNK (5865).

 

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How Much Is It to Rent a Dumpster in Fairfax?

How much does it cost to rent a dumpster in Fairfax, Virginia?

how much is it to rent a dumpsterThe answer to that question is going to vary depending on a few different factors. Ideally, any dumpster rental company you are considering should be happy to provide you with a no-obligation price quote. You can get quotes from a few different providers and then compare costs as a means of deciding where to rent your dumpster.

Here are a few different factors that may impact your cost:

  • The size of the dumpster you decide to rent: With some junk removal companies, the question “How much is it to rent a dumpster?” is perhaps most contingent on the size of dumpster you choose to rent. Many companies serving this niche offer half a dozen different dumpster rental sizes, usually ranging from 10 cubic yards to around 50 or 60 cubic yards. Obviously, you are going to pay more to rent a bigger dumpster.

  • How long you need the dumpster: Is your project a weekend cleanout or a renovation where you expect the demolition stage to take a week or longer? The answer will reflect in the cost of your dumpster rental. You will need to pay extra if you wish to keep the bin for longer. Most dumpster rental companies have multiple different tiers, based on the length of your rental. By standard, these tiers will probably be set for three-day rentals, five-day rentals, seven-day rentals, etc. You can rent bins for longer, of course, but you will need to arrange that with the company.

  • Your location: The location of your home or business is always going to affect how much you pay for a dumpster rental. Any dumpster rental service involves both a bin delivery and a bin pickup. The distance that the delivery/pickup driver needs to travel to reach your location, therefore, is going to be a major factor in the cost of your rental. As such, it’s not a bad idea to look at where different dumpster rental companies are in relation to you. If you live in the heart of Fairfax, you will probably save money by finding a dumpster rental company located in or near the downtown area.

  • Availability: Especially with dumpster rental companies that offer a variety of different sizes to choose from, how much you pay might depend on the availability of the type of bin you need. For instance, if the dumpster rental company nearest to you has rented out all its 15 cubic yard units, you might have to pay extra to bump up to the next biggest size or to have the dumpster delivered from another location.

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  • Type of trash: Some companies rent out different types of dumpsters for different types of trash. Some might have specific bins for construction debris, yard waste, electronic waste, or the like. In general, you can expect to pay slightly different rates depending on the type of bin you choose to rent. The variance in cost is because some types of trash are more difficult to dispose of safely than others. For instance, electronics or appliances often can’t just get dumped in the nearest landfills. There are necessary protocols that companies follow to prevent pollution and dangerous environmental effects. As a result, tougher-to-handle waste will sometimes cost more to get rid of than more standard garbage. In some cases, though, you might find companies that sort your junk for you at no additional cost.

  • The amount of junk you have: As we already mentioned, there are dumpster rental companies out there that bill flat rates based on dumpster sizes. There are also businesses that bill on a more contingent basis, either based on weight or on how much dumpster space you fill. In many ways, these models are more customer-friendly, as you pay based on the amount of trash you are disposing of and not based on the bin you choose. Especially if you have no idea which dumpster size is right for your situation, looking for a company that bills based on weight or dumpster space might be a better option.

  • The company you choose: Even aside from the other items featured on this list, different dumpster rental companies charge slightly different rates for their rentals. These rates may be based on a company’s longevity or reputation or might just shift as different services try to compete with one another. Because prices vary so much, it’s always a smart strategy to get three or four quotes to compare. If you only get one quote, it will be difficult to know whether it’s on the high or low end of the market.

  • Fees and add-ons: Some dumpster rental companies have billing systems that supplement the cost of your actual dumpster hire with fees and add-on charges. Permit fees, dumping fees, rental fees, and other additional expenses are all semi-common. Fees aren’t a massive problem if they aren’t pushing you out of your budget range and if the company is being transparent about them. However, just make sure you know what you are dealing with upfront. When you get a quote, ask if the price estimate is locked in or if there will be any additional costs or fees. You shouldn’t expect a guaranteed quote—especially if your dumpster rental company bills based on the amount of bin space you use. However, any dumpster rental company worth its salt should either disclose fees or clarify that there are no hidden fees. You can do some internet research here as well, to find out if a company has any complaints about unfair or misleading pricing practices.

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Start Asking Around: How Much Is It to Rent a Dumpster in Fairfax, VA?

Renting a dumpster is an efficient way of streamlining any extensive cleanout process. Whether you are divesting yourself of unwanted belongings, preparing to move your business to a new location, or renovating your kitchen, waste is going to build up quickly. Having a place on your property where you can toss everything temporarily can help keep the project moving at a steady clip.

Ideally, a dumpster rental should also be affordable. After all, you are just paying for the bin. The actual cleaning and hauling work remains DIY, which makes for a cheaper price tag than full-service junk removal. Just how affordable your dumpster rental is, though, will depend on all the factors listed above.

To find the best price, start asking around. Look at different companies in Fairfax, research their websites for ballpark pricing figures, or call for more accurate price quotes. Clear a couple of hours to devote to the research process, and you should find a dumpster rental service that meets your needs for a price that seems fair.

At Junk King, we are always happy to provide pricing information to prospective customers. We are one of the dumpster rental companies that bills you based on the amount of dumpster space you use. We also only have one dumpster rental size, which means our pricing structure is more straightforward than what most of our competitors are using. On average, our prices start at $125 and go up from there, depending on how much junk you have, how long of a rental you need, and where you live or work.

How much is it to rent a dumpster from Junk King in Fairfax, you may ask? If you are in the midst of planning your project, then start the quote process with us by using our online pricing calculator. Just let us know your zip code, prepare a basic inventory of the items you are getting rid of, and we will give you a zero-obligation price quote. If you decide to work with us, you can book online to save $30 instantly.

As you compare dumpster rental costs, though, try to find companies that will give you concrete estimates or quotes. Services that are cagey about price quotes will often try to hit you with unexpected fees after the fact. Reading online customer reviews should also help you spot—and avoid—these dumpster rental companies Call us for more information at (888) 888-JUNK.

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Comparing Bagster and Junk King for Debris Hauling

Comparing Bagster and Junk King for Debris Hauling

Bagster Junk Removal Solutions Are Not Always All They Are Cracked Up To Be

Someone had to drag this debris 200 feet to the curb.

This post was updated in April 2022

If you’re considering Bagster, it’s likely that you need junk hauling or debris removal services but don’t want to hire a typical company that comes to your property in an obvious truck or van. You might be looking to reduce the hassle of hauling your trash yourself and trying to fit it into your car, SUV, or minivan along with everything else you’re transporting on your way to work, school, or home.

 

Debris Hauling Made Easy

Debris hauling can be a hassle for any business or homeowner. Unless you live in a larger city, where there are junk removal specialists available, hiring someone to remove debris from your home or business can cost a lot of money. Bagster is making debris removal simple by offering affordable alternatives to traditional trash bags. With Bagster, homeowners and businesses can haul away junk quickly and easily while reducing their costs on disposal fees significantly. These days, many cities offer curbside pick-up programs but some waste management firms charge exorbitant rates for even small items.

 

Bagster

The concept of the Bagster™ is like having a 3 cubic yard mini-dumpster, but is that solution for debris hauling right for you?

Bagsters require time and effort on your end. You purchase the Bagster at a retail store like Home Depot. You must fill the big green bag using your labor and ensure that the bag is within 16 feet of the curb so the waste hauler can reach the bag with its mechanical lift. On average, you ought to budget at least three hours to acquire and fill the bag. The Bagster hauler may charge extra or refuse to haul if you overfill the bag.  If you have stone, concrete, or dirt, you can fill only 1/3rd of the bag. No item can exceed 4 feet in length.

The Bagster costs $30 for the bag and you pay another $79 to $249 for the pick-up (average $140) for the hauling. That comes to $60 per cubic yard. You pay the whole $180 whether the bag is full or not.

 

How A Junk King Dumpster Rental Is Better Than BagsterJunk King Junk Removal Services Make Your Debris Hauling Problems Disappear

With more than 30 years of experience behind them, Junk King is one of America’s top junk removal companies. They have handled thousands of different jobs—everything from garage cleanouts to construction debris and furniture removal.

Junk King has alternatives that provide better flexibility and better pricing. We have 18 cubic yard trucks with crews to provide the labor. We discount for pre-staged debris, essential what a Bagster becomes.  Our pre-staged rate for the Bagster’s 3-cubic yard volume of construction debris is $90. That’s about half the cost of a Bagster.

Junk King also has 12-cubic yard dumpsters for rent.  Our dumpster would hold 4 Bagsters.  These dumpsters are perfect for DIY projects and small renovations. The graphite wheels make the dumpster’s driveway friendly.  The cost is $298 for the dumpster and includes the first ton — normal weight for 12 cubic yards of construction debris.  To get the same volume of Bagsters you pay up to $685.  Again, our solution is more flexible and costs about half the cost of the Bagster solution.

Here are just a few reasons why our services are better than Bagster ’s:

 

24/7 Scheduling

Junk King knows that you may need your items removed at any time during the day or night, which is why they offer 24-hour online booking services. That means you don’t have to rearrange your schedule in order to meet with them, as they come when it best suits you.

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Professionalism

On each job that they handle, Junk King employees work quickly and carefully so as not to disrupt any home or business while they’re onsite. Their trucks also contain safety equipment such as straps, ramps and wedges to keep everything safe and secure throughout transport.

 

Value

When you compare Bagster ’s pricing to that of Junk King Fairfax, what might seem like comparable prices, however, things can quickly become much more expensive for Bagster customers with you dig deeper. For example, in addition to costing more money per cubic yard of junk removed, Bagster doesn’t provide any discounts for volume pricing or additional jobs. You always pay their full fees for every job.

 

Insurance Coverage

If anything happens to your vehicle or property during transportation due to fault from one of their workers or subcontractors, Bagster will cover all damages; however, if damage occurs due to negligence from one of their staff members, then you could be held responsible for paying out-of-pocket expenses. Junk King is fully licensed, bonded, and insured so you always have nothing to worry about.

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Flexibility

When you want to schedule your junk removal job, Junk King gives you three delivery options. You can choose when they come to pick up your items: same day, next day, or on a weekend. Junk King also offers a number of flexible payment options based on how much stuff needs to be removed.

 

Hauling & Tipping Fees

Bagster charges you a standard rate of $60 per cubic yard to haul your junk, regardless of how much waste that equates to. The company also offers an additional service where they dump your debris at no extra charge. When you add it all up, Junk King is one of America’s most affordable junk removal companies when it comes to pricing!

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Appliance Removal

While Bagster does give you the ability to remove a lot of your junk, it won’t cover things like old or broken appliances. Junk King has appliance removal services that can make them more cost-effective overall. Not only that, Junk King will do all of the heavy lifting for you. You don’t have to worry about hurting yourself trying to MacGyver an old appliance into a Bagster.

 

Environmentally Conscious

Unlike most junk removal solutions, including the DIY approach of loading a truck and taking it to a landfill, Junk King has the environment in mind with everything we do. We will go through every item we collect and break down the components and materials and recycle whatever we can to help reduce the impact your junk has on the environment. It is a win-win situation for you and the environment!

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If you have a bunch of unwanted junk taking up precious space around your home or business, call Junk King today! We can help you declutter your home or business and help you start on the pathway to a cleaner, more usable space.

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Junk King Fairfax is 100% Landfill Free!

Junk King Fairfax is now 100% landfill free. We set that goal last year. We reached 95% landfill free by June, and now in November, we’ve finally made it to 100%!

And the news gets better—we achieved our 100% landfill free goal without sacrificing any service or convenience to our clients. Moreover, we achieved our 100% landfill free goal without adding one penny of cost to our clients.
We are still full service: we haul everything but hazardous material.

Therefore, we had to find a end use for concrete, tile, porcelain, dry wall, treated lumber, dirt, paper, trash, yard debris, used furniture, e-waste, TV monitors, mattresses, tires, metal, glass, and other materials. We donate, recycle, or purpose 100% of everything we haul. Even the debris to be burned becomes electricity for Fairfax County homes.
Our 100% landfill free achievement is practical because our trained crews know how to separate debris at the job site, and further separate the debris at our warehouse. Then, we take the separated debris to the most cost efficient disposal sites where we have excellent working relationships. These end-users know that our debris is well sorted which saves them time and money. All this good will and value come back to our clients.
Therefore, we can offer our clients the greenest junk removal service and still offer King-size service with King-size savings.

Storing Junk compared to Dumping Junk

This article is not a knock on public storage. I, myself, have rented storage space for my inventory until I could build my own storage. When I had a temporary overseas assignment, I rented storage space for my furniture, until my return. Note, in both cases, the decision to use temporary storage had a specific exit strategy, and I had specific uses for the items stored.

The Self Storage Association reports that 50% of storage unit renters store what won’t fit into their homes. 1 out of every 11 Americans rents storage. However, too many of those people use public storage to store junk – stuff they’ll never use again. They do not have an exit strategy.  In effect, they use public storage to postpone the decision to get rid of unused furniture, junk, and clutter.

Public storage isn’t cheap. In the DC Metro Area, a 10 foot by 5 foot climate controlled storage unit (about the size of a walk-in closet) costs $75 per month, or $900 per year. In addition, you provide the labor and hauling to move your stuff to the storage unit.

As an alternative, getting rid of the unwanted items requires decisions, time, labor, and often some expense. A 10 foot by 5 foot unit with an 8 foot ceiling packed tightly holds about 16 cubic yards. You can rent a 15-yard dumpster for around $450, and you provide the labor. You can hire Junk King to perform all the labor and remove the unwanted items for less than $450.

As a rough rule-of-thumb, the cost of disposing unwanted items is equal to the cost of 6 months’ rent to store them.  A lot of people opt for the “free” first month of rent and slow $75 bleed than paying the cost for disposal. The problem is that at the end of 6 months rent–$450–you still have the unwanted items and you face the same decision: pay to dispose or pay to store.

If you need help solving this store vs dispose dilemma, you may want to engage a Professional Organizer.  These professionals are excellent at helping people prioritize.  Check out the National Association of Professional Organizers, or contact us for a referral.

Finally, here’s an enlightening case study written at another blog.  This person spent $48,000 over five years to store junk.
https://www.wisebread.com/5-ways-self-storage-units-are-more-sad-museums-than-savvy-solutions

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