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TOM is what we call our awesome truck team members! TOM is a Junk Removal expert who has worked with 1-800-GOT-JUNK? since we started in 1989. TOM's happy to help you get rid of any unwanted items in no time. Whether you need advice on decluttering, want to learn more about recycling, or just want to learn more about what we do, TOM is always happy to help!

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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 air conditioner

Your old air conditioner has deserved a new life. Find out how you can release it guilt-free.

September 11, 2025
Environment

How to dispose of landscaping rocks and gravel

Don’t let your yard live under a rock. Find easy ways to remove rocks and gravel.

September 11, 2025
Environment

How to dispose of tree branches, trunks, and stumps

Your guide to safe and simple tree debris removal.

September 11, 2025
Environment

How to dispose of wood pallets and where to recycle them

Don’t risk another splinter, just get rid of your wood pallets, we show you how.

September 3, 2025
Environment

How to safely dispose of charcoal after grilling

Don’t let the cleanup ruin your next BBQ. We show you how to deal with unused charcoal and ashes.

September 3, 2025

How to dispose of old CDs, DVDs, and jewel cases

Let us help you find a good home or recycler for your CD/DVD collection.

August 12, 2025
Renovations

How to dispose of old quartz or granite kitchen countertops

Don’t let your yard live under a rock. Find easy ways to remove rocks and gravel.

September 1, 2025