Junk King Blog

The days of the traditional wood deck built with sixteen penny nails and swinging hammers haven't disappeared completely. But the options for building materials has grown tremendously and offer exciting possibilities.

It used to be that an affordable deck was built with treated wood of some type. For those with a bigger budget, a redwood deck was the way to go. However, once the movement towards an "outdoor living" lifestyle began to become more popular, deck designs evolved as did the need for more versatile, longer-lasting materials.

At one point or another, it's a problem many people must figure out how to deal with: a mountain of debris, a ton of trash, or even the knowledge that soon, you'll have a mess on your hands. No matter the precise reason that you're facing a need to dispose of a large amount of waste, the big question on your mind is always going to be "How can I most effectively get rid of it all?" The answer many people increasingly find themselves arriving at is simple: renting trash dumpsters.

Junk removal and junk hauling can be a pain. Especially if you have a large project or lot of junk. In those cases, a MINI Dumpster can be a perfect solution. But it comes in handy for more than just getting rid of junk!

Homeowners don't always consider renting a dumpster for their own junk removal needs. For most folks, the picture of a giant, beat-up steel container sitting in front of their home is not appealing. Besides, how would you get one and is it even affordable?

You’ve already made the mess. Maybe it happened while you were working for a client, or perhaps you simply let junk pile up in your workplace over time. In either case, the material you need to rid yourself of is just sitting there somewhere on your property and you’d rather it was somewhere else. It might be too big for your local garbage collectors, too awkward or messy to take to the landfill in your own vehicle, or too embarrassing for you to call a group of cleaners and removal specialists. Did you know there’s another way? Many businesses rent trash dumpsters to help them deal with unwanted materials. You might not have considered it before, but the chances are good that a dumpster rental company near you is already quite accustomed to dealing with the kind of waste your company produces.

There are many other household items that can be recycled in addition to just aluminum cans, glass bottles, boxes and newspaper.

In fact, you might be surprised at the variety of household items and debris that can actually be recycled instead of dumped in a landfill. While, most people are quite familiar with the concept of recycling, we do tend to think of it only in terms of common items we're familiar with.

Ah, dumpsters: gross bins full of fetid refuse, or mysterious and exotic treasure troves for those with curious minds and strong stomachs? Honestly, it depends on the day--and the people with access to the container in question. However, those in the dumpster rental business always end up with a front row seat to the weirdness, and our team is no exception. Our team has seen all kinds of weird things in haul away dumpsters over the years. Some of them have been simply mystifying, while others have run the gamut from inspiring to disgusting. Readers be warned: the descriptions that follow could be a little graphic.

Unless you prefer an English Garden or a Southwest Desert look, you want your lawn to look green, lush, and healthy. It's not too late to get a jump on prepping a great summer lawn with these handy tips.

Homeowners in the U.S. have traditionally prided themselves on a great looking lawn. Of course, it seems there's always the one neighbor who stirs up envy with his golf course-quality front yard. But the truth is that almost every lawn can look greener, thicker and healthier if treated right and prepped well.

Have you ever found yourself struggling to deal with a large amount of unwanted material on your property? If so, you’re not alone. Many people throughout the United States and elsewhere in the world find themselves challenged when it comes time to dispose of clutter, leftover building materials, and other forms of waste that cannot simply be thrown into the regular trash. Sometimes, there’s too much material to deal with effectively; other times you might find yourself tasked with disposing of items that your local garbage collectors will not handle. In such cases, many people turn to dumpster rental as a solution. There is often a temptation to choose the largest container you can find when you decide to rent a dumpster but wait! Big dumpster rentals could actually be making your cleanup efforts harder than they need to be. Why? Just keep reading, and you’ll find out.

There are any number of reasons for wanting to relocate your business. The current lease expires or you find a better deal elsewhere. Regardless of the reason, the task is still challenging for business owners and their staff. But proper planning can ease the transition.

Sometimes an office relocation is necessary. But moving all the equipment, files, and office furniture can be a daunting task. In fact, many businesses hire moving firms to take of everything. And no wonder! 

Homeowners who enjoy DIY projects like renovating or remodeling should be aware of the potential hazards in the debris they accumulate. Aside from nails and shards, it could even contain hazardous materials.

Your average DIY home improvement projects can actually require using materials that are considered "hazardous." In fact, many of the common building materials you work with in a remodeling project can have potentially dangerous components in them.