Holding on while letting go: Meghan Yuri Young’s fresh start

Navigating clutter after losing a loved one can feel overwhelming, but letting go is often the first step toward healing. Meghan Yuri Young shares how sorting through her late father’s belongings helped her honor his memory and transform her home into a place of fresh possibilities.

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How much does 1-800-GOT-JUNK? cost? A junk removal pricing guide for 2026

Wondering about 1-800-GOT-JUNK? pricing? Learn how our all-inclusive, volume-based pricing works, from single-item pickups to full truckloads. 

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The definitive guide to junk removal

Curious about the history of junk removal, how junk gets recycled, or the items we take? Read all about it and more in this comprehensive guide!

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How to handle generational clutter: Jose Ruiz on letting go

When Jose Ruiz started documenting the emotional journey of decluttering his parents' home, his honesty went viral, touching millions. We sat down with Jose to discuss navigating generational clutter, building a supportive community, and how 1-800-GOT-JUNK? helped his family finally make space for peace and a fresh start.

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Four different types of shoppers: Which one are you?
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Four different types of shoppers: Which one are you?

Find out what type of shopper you are and specific tips that correspond with your shopping style!

June 18, 2022
5 surprising items that were mistakenly thrown away
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5 surprising items that were mistakenly thrown away

Ever thrown away something important by accident? Chances are it wasn't nearly as bad as these stories of valuable items that ended up in the trash.

June 18, 2022
1-800-GOT-JUNK? contributes to landfill diversion by saving 3 tons of books
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1-800-GOT-JUNK? contributes to landfill diversion by saving 3 tons of books

When an emergency call came in, the owner of 1-800-GOT-JUNK? in D.C. didn’t think twice. See how they saved 3 tons of books from the landfill!

June 18, 2022
Clothes, houseware and furniture donation: What do thrift stores accept?
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Clothes, houseware and furniture donation: What do thrift stores accept?

Can you donate a table with scratches on it? Here are some tips that outline what charity thrift stores take and what may have to be recycled instead.

June 18, 2022
Let's get weird: Weird Junk 2016 edition
Weird junk

Let's get weird: Weird Junk 2016 edition

2016 was a great year. Let's take a look back at all of the weird junk that we hauled away for our amazing customers. The weirder, the better!

June 18, 2022
The weird and wonderful world of junk in 2019
Weird junk

The weird and wonderful world of junk in 2019

You wouldn’t believe the amount of strange items we’ve picked up this year! Check out our round up of the 10 weirdest junk items we’ve hauled in 2019.

June 18, 2022
How to carry heavy furniture safely and easily
Decluttering

How to carry heavy furniture safely and easily

When moving furniture by yourself, it’s important to keep safety top of mind. Check out our tips on how to lift heavy furniture safely!

June 27, 2022
Decluttering

How to organize a house clean out when tenants leave junk behind

People don't always leave rental properties clean when they leave. Here's what to do if your tenants have moved out but their junk piles haven't.

June 28, 2022
Decluttering

5 ways to improve your office organization

Desk clutter can become a distraction and take away from your work. Here's how to keep your office space clutter-free so you can get down to business.

June 28, 2022