5 Questions to Ask a Junk Removal Company

Feb 12, 2022

Do you have junk you'd like to get rid of but don't know where to start? It can be a daunting task to take on projects like cleaning out your garage or tearing down your dilapidated shed. When searching for a professional company to help, here are five questions you should ask before hiring them to take your junk. 

1. Do You Offer Free Estimates?

Avoid after-the-fact sticker shock with a free estimate and upfront pricing. That way you'll know exactly what kind of bill to expect before the first piece of junk hits the truck bed.

2. Are You Insured?

Insurance is essential for a junk removal company. After all, you don't want to be held responsible if an innocent bystander accidentally gets showered with your junk!

3. Do You Recycle?

Junk isn't always trash. Sometimes it's perfectly good items like furniture, kitchen appliances, or other household or yard items that deserve another chance at usefulness. Even a broken garden rake can be upcycled into a handy wall hanger. That's why professional junk removal companies will donate or recycle as much of your junk as they can before heading for the landfill.

4. Do You Rent Dumpsters? 

If you're renovating your house or doing a major decluttering, you might want to rent a dumpster to keep on-site. It's very convenient to have a dumpster handy that you can just toss stuff into. Just make sure that it's large enough for the job and you can keep it longer than the initial rental period if you need to.

5. Is There Anything You Don't Take?

A reputable junk removal company follows all local and federal guidelines for junk disposal. However, they should be able to take most of your junk


  • Household appliances
  • Countertops and cabinets
  • Most demo residue
  • Furniture
  • Old mattresses
  • Computer systems and accessories
  • TVs and other electronics
  • Exercise equipment
  • Hot tubs
  • Playsets
  • Sheds
  • Yard waste


Unfortunately, junk removal companies can't take household chemicals, paint, propane tanks, and tires at this time. You'll need to dispose of these items at your local hazardous waste disposal site.

Call on the Count

At Count Junkula, the Count is always ready to take your junk. After all, how else will he ever finish his castle? If you live in central North Carolina and have junk to get rid of, our locally-owned and family-operated junk removal company would love to help. Call on the Count to experience our quick response, friendly service, and honest, competitive pricing for yourself!

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