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Refrigerator removal is not the easiest chore a homeowner has to deal with. But there are a few things you should know before you start.

The coronavirus pandemic known as COVID-19 has created numerous questions and issues. And these include junk and waste removal practices.

Fortunately, according most state guidelines, junk and waste removal is included as an essential business function and service. But what has changed?

The growing number of people home sick with the coronavirus COVID-19 has made household garbage a greater hazard. 

Add to that the increase in people being treated at hospitals for the virus, the amount of masks, tissues and other contaminated waste products is growing rapidly.

Garbage removal is one of those functions most of us take for granted. And we certainly don't spend too much time thinking about garbage. But we should.

The amount of solid waste we produce individually and as a nation is massive and it all has to be picked up, hauled away, and disposed of. And this is a major, non-stop undertaking.

Sometimes garbage removal isn't as easy as taking out the trash. What do you do if the garbage trucks won't take it?

There are a number of reasons why your municipal waste management company may not take your garbage. regardless of why, the problem is that if they won't take it, you have to do something with it.

Medical services and utilities are natural candidates for 'essential business functions' in light of the COVID-19 crisis, but what about junk removal?

Turns out that, yes, junk removal really is an essential business function. And, if you are stuck with a load of unwanted junk or need to dispose of some excessive quantities of garbage or trash, that's good news.

With a number of "Shelter-In-Place" orders being issued and many people opting to stay home, it pays to be clear on the best practices for disinfecting. 

Staying safe and staying healthy means more than simply avoiding close contact with other people. You should make certain that your home is safe and healthy, as well.

With the prominence of COVID-19 in the news and in our communities, you might have questions about your household sanitation and waste disposal practices.

Aside from wearing a mask and washing your hands, what's needed at home and what should you do with your household waste?

1. Pick Your Cleaning Battles

There are a variety of ways to approach the tasks involved with Spring Cleaning. There’s the “Give It A Quick Dusting” Method, which involves a minimal wipe down of all surfaces and, possibly, washing the floor. There’s the “Marie Kondo” Method, in which any physical object that does not give the cleaner joy gets removed, although this method sometimes involves the removal of the cleaning tools. And there’s the labor-intensive “Deep Cleaning” Method, wherein everything gets cleaned, no matter how small.

Getting Organized
Being sent home from work does not mean that you have to be stuck at home. If you're going to be home for a bit, why not take the time to engage in some long-delayed project like cleaning or organizing? If you don't have anywhere to go with all the restaurants, entertainment venues, and stores temporarily shutting down, you're going to get bored of binge-watching shows and playing games.
Organizing a home is like customizing a dinner order; ultimately, the amount of detail depends entirely on the individual. You could do as little as rearranging the living furniture or, if you're feeling ambitious, turning a work space into a second bedroom.

The Garage
This one has a few details that might be appealing to anyone staying home: it allows you to get outdoors if you open the garage door (and you can, at least as of press time), and any bulky items that need to be trashed can still be dragged to the curb for removal.
Not sure if the municipal services will take the bigger items? Not to worry; Junk King remains operational and committed to providing professional services in this time of need. The company is prioritizing safety and sanitation by adapting its services to include touchless pick up, no contact payment, and protective gear. Want to avoid person to person contact all together? That's understandable. In this case, Mini Dumpsters are a great alternative. These are driveway friendly, get dropped off, and picked up three days later. Junk King is now offering $30 off until April 30, 2020.  Contact Junk King to book a job today.