4 Reasons To Call A Junk Hauler

I try to help my clients as best I can to move items, haul bags and boxes and generally make the piles disappear. But, there are some things even I can't do! Time to call in some extra muscle when:

1. When something is too heavy or awkward to move

2. When something is too big to put in the alley or at the curb

3. If you don’t know how to dispose of it properly. Most haulers will not except hazardous waste (electronics, paint, cleaners, CFL light bulbs), but may accept other hard to dispose of items like mattresses. 

4. You have more than a car full of stuff or more than you can physically carry out the door. 

If you're able, why not have someone come and haul it all away; or rent a giant dumpster to fill and miraculously have taken away?

Getting Rid of Old Technology

Have old tech items lying around the house? Let’s get rid of them!

First, test your gadgets to see if they work actually. If they don't, there's no need to keep them. The likelihood of you repairing the things that don’t work is slim, so it’s better to get rid of them now. Whether for good or bad, most gadgets and appliances aren't made to last very long anymore. You're more likely to replace than repair.

If your tech is an outdated format, (ex. tube TV, cassette player, anything with an antenna), chances are you’ve already replaced it. If you want to watch or listen to something, there is probably a newer version to use if you haven't already. Don’t keep old outdated tech if you can replace them with new, faster, user friendly technology.

When getting rid of electronic items, take them to hazardous waste recycling or to any Best Buy. Best Buy will take electronics that do not have a screen (no TVs or monitors).

3 Reasons Why You Don't Need All The Pieces When Donating Toys

I swear it's true! So many clients want to make sure they have all the pieces for a toy or game before donating. It's a lovely idea, but not always realistic. Here's why you don't need to worry about it:

1. Someone in need of a toy won’t be picky (hopefully) if they don’t have all the pieces.

2. Just get the toy out of your space. You've already decided you don't want it anymore, so save yourself the stress of more steps, and add it to the donate bag.

3. If you find the pieces later, you can always donate it to the place where you originally donated the toys.