So you need to have some household junk hauled away? Here's what you need to consider when selecting a company for junk pickup and removal/hauling. You're probably wondering about several key issues, such as how much this type of service should cost, the kinds of items that can be hauled, and how to choose the perfect junk removal service for you. With these main factors resolved, you will be clutter-free in no time, and at a price you can afford!Hiring a professional junk removal company enjoys several advantages over trying to do everything yourself, such as saving time (which in turn actually saves money, since you're free to do other things), reusing/recycling your discarded items, and minimizing your personal stress level.

Cost

Most junk removal companies in Paris charge around $1.50 per cubic foot, which translates to a total outlay of $150-$350 for an average size job. This can vary significantly, of course, if you have either a very small or large volume of things to remove. Remember that the company has significant operating costs of its own, such as vehicle operation and maintenance, labor, drop-off fees, and hazardous waste fees, so don't expect someone to haul away your junk for free or next to nothing.

Keep in mind how easily the company can access your discards and whether they are already gathered up or if they're strewn about the property. If the company must spend extra time collecting all the stuff you want to get rid of, expect to pay a bit of a premium. You may want to ask if the company is even willing to do this, since they normally expect you to have everything already in a pile, or at least in one easily accessible area. You might be able to send a prospective company a photo of what you need to be hauled away, so that they can provide you an estimate before they come out. Note that this cost estimate can probably still change somewhat once the workers see your potential discards in person.

What Can Be Discarded

Most things in your house can be hauled away by the typical junk removal service, but just be aware that there might be a surcharge for such things as hazardous waste items or heavy furniture. There is a difference, however, between junk and trash/waste. Don't expect the junk removal service to haul away garbage bags full of the past week's waste that's full of food scraps and other icky stuff.

Which Company Should I Pick?

Ultimately, this may come down to simply calling around and getting price quotes and a sense of which company you feel most comfortable dealing with. If most cost estimates are similar, check for differentiators such as whether the company is licensed and bonded, if they have good online reviews in areas such as reliability and up-to-date equipment, how environmentally friendly they are in regards to recycling and donations, and have easily reachable customer service.