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!

Decluttering

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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Decluttering

What to do with shredded paper: recycling and disposal options

Don’t shred paper unless you must. Learn why and find out how to recycle shredded paper after all.

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Renovations

How to dispose of your old bathroom sink

A bathroom sink rarely comes alone. Here’s how to dispose of the sink and the post-renovation waste.

October 3, 2025
Decluttering

How to dispose of your old or broken trampoline

Stop bouncing around! Jump straight to the answer on how to dispose of your old trampoline.

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Renovations

How to dispose of treated or untreated wood and lumber

Treated wood isn’t trash until you know where it goes. Let us guide you.

October 2, 2025
Weird junk

The top 12 weirdest items we’ve collected in 2025

Can you imagine hauling away Garbozilla–a giant, fire-breathing, scrap-metal dinosaur? Check out some of the weirdest junk we've made disappear so far this year.

September 24, 2025
Environment

How to dispose of your old hot water heater

Don’t break your head over an old water heater. Learn how to easily get rid of it.

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Environment

What to do with old pillows and blankets

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Renovations

When a simple kitchen project in Antioch, CA turns into a full reno

When this DIY kitchen project took an unexpected turn, Bridget Poon found herself knee-deep in debris.
Thankfully, 1-800-GOT-JUNK? made cleanup the easiest part of the reno.

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Environment

How to dispose of a dishwasher for recycling

Throw a glance at this guide before throwing out your dishwasher.

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