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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. 

Environment

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

Top 5 reasons storage units aren’t worth it

Think storage units are a lifesaver? They might actually be an expensive trap. While they seem like a quick fix for clutter, these temporary spaces often turn into long-term financial sinkholes for items you’ll never use again. From hidden monthly costs to the lingering mental load, discover five eye-opening reasons why renting a storage unit isn’t worth it.

June 11, 2026
A 1-800-GOT-JUNK? Truck Team Member sitting in the truck smiling and a customer smiling while standing beside the truck.
Decluttering

What to expect when you book junk removal

Booking junk removal should be the easy part. Here's exactly what happens from the moment you schedule to the moment the crew leaves — so there are no surprises on the day.

September 3, 2026
Decluttering

Questions you should ask before pickup day

The questions to ask your junk removal company before pickup day, answered.

September 3, 2026
Decluttering

What to look for in a junk removal company

Most junk removal comparisons focus on price. This one focuses on what actually separates a reliable, professional service from one that leaves you with a problem.

September 3, 2026
Great Junk Transfer

The Great Junk Transfer: Navigating clutter & grief with Nick Fox

What started as a joke about unwanted family heirlooms quickly became a 500,000-strong movement. In this interview, creator Nick Fox breaks down the "Great Junk Transfer"—explaining why younger generations are turning down inherited stuff, how to navigate the physical weight of grief, and the exact script to start hard, compassionate, decluttering conversations with aging parents.

August 27, 2026
Great Junk Transfer

What a Harvard Psychiatrist wants you to know before your next cleanout

Why do we hold onto things we don't need? Harvard's Dr. Blaise Aguirre explains the psychology of clutter and how to let go of sentimental items without guilt.

August 20, 2026
Decluttering

The one-hour declutter challenge

Ready to reclaim your space without losing your whole weekend? The 1-hour declutter challenge proves that all you need is one room, a 60-minute timer, and three simple boxes: Keep, Donate, and Junk. Ditch the overthinking, grab quick wins with old tech and duplicate tools, and create a lighter, more enjoyable home today—one hour at a time!

August 20, 2026
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Decluttering

Tip: Start with the junk drawer

Tackle your home’s most chaotic spot in just 20 minutes! Everyone has that one drawer overflowing with mystery cables, dead batteries, and random keys. Clearing it out gives you an instant, satisfying win that makes tackling the rest of your space feel easy. Ditch the useless clutter, group what’s left, and turn everyday chaos into an organized, stress-free victory today!

August 20, 2026
Decluttering

You might still be holding onto this...

Is your home holding onto items from a past era? From breadmakers and dusty treadmills to old paint cans and mystery boxes, we all have stuff lingering "just in case." Check out our unofficial list of the most common space-stealers you can finally let go of—and learn how easy it is to reclaim your space today!

August 20, 2026