Updated July 2023 If you’re reading this blog, chances are you are familiar with the mission here at The Junkluggers: to enhance lives, our community, and the environment by donating, recycling, and supporting local charities. Odds are, you also already do your part to reduce waste on a daily basis. Perhaps you recycle paper products, bottles, and cans, and shop with reusable bags. But there are plenty of items you are probably throwing out that could be recycled. While it may seem obvious to recycle a water bottle, there are so many recyclable items that people just throw away! Stuff you a ..read more

Updated June 2023 If you've never held an estate sale, the process can be daunting. Selling a loved one's belongings can lead to emotional exhaustion and clouded judgment. Even if you're holding an estate sale for your home in preparation for downsizing, the sorting, pricing, and tagging of an entire houseful of items can be challenging. While an estate sale can be a lot of work, the process can be rewarding. The key to a great estate sale is to plan ahead. Not sure where to start? You’re in luck! Use the tried and true tricks below to help you plan and prepare for a successful estate sale ..read more

How long do items in your home take to disintegrate in landfills? Have you ever wondered what happens to the toothbrush or batteries we throw in the trash? We don't actively see the amount of waste we create daily. After leaving the waste transfer station or watching a dump truck pick up the trash bags at the end of our driveway, we never see the trash again. On average, the United States creates over four pounds of waste per person daily, earning us the distinction that generates the most waste. This is something we need to improve and work on together. We're rapidly maxing out our landfil ..read more

Junk removal services can help relieve the stress of decluttering and save money by eliminating trips to the dump. When it comes to saving money or improving your finances, it can be difficult to know where to start. Whether it’s for a short-term goal, such as a vacation, or a long-term one, such as a retirement fund, there are many savings strategies to choose from. Getting rid of your junk can help you save money while being motivated to declutter your home and have some fun in the process. Many people find it easier to give their stuff away, letting The Junkluggers donate, responsibly rec ..read more

Conquer Your Estate Cleanout with Expert Assistance from The Junkluggers There are many life events that require a full property cleanout, from foreclosures and downsizing to a death in the family. When a loved one dies and surviving relatives must clean out the estate, it can be a physically and emotionally daunting process. Estate cleanouts can be daunting, both physically and mentally. Whether you have a huge home full of unwanted items or a small property that needs to be emptied, choose a cleanout company that supports your plan. Professionals who deal with these types of crises –from fu ..read more

SEYMOUR, Conn. (March 31, 2020) – The Junkluggers, an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional junk removal, continues to operate with the safety of their customers and staff as the number one priority.  The company understands that many people who are unexpectedly working from home or staying at home with their children are also in need of a good spring cleaning to free up more living space for their family. The Junkluggers is now offering zero-touch junk removal with curbside and outside pickup as a way for families to safely do their spring cleaning and wave goodbye to clut ..read more

SEYMOUR, Conn. (December 18, 2019) - There have been quite a few exciting announcements at The Junkluggers over the past several months - from celebrating their 15 year anniversary in June to announcing a partnership with minority investor Contractor Nation in August and opening the first franchise in the state of California in November. With the company on the brink of explosive growth across the country, starting with several franchise deals closing in December, The Junkluggers now announces the expansion of our executive management team with the recent hire of Vicky Hochhauser as Director ..read more

Clutter causes stress. Don’t let decluttering do the same! Does just hearing the word “clutter” cause your stress levels to go up? You are certainly not alone, take it from your friendly green luggers who help ease the stress of our customers day-in and day-out. In fact, WebMD.com cites one study where subjects “who described their homes with positive language had a lower level of the stress hormone cortisol than [those] who described their homes as cluttered or unfinished.” Additionally, Psychology Today states that clutter can create interpersonal stress. “You might argue about messy spaces ..read more

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Junkluggers Announces Its First Franchise on The West Coast! Eco-friendly junk removal business now serving San Gabriel Valley in California. SEYMOUR, Conn. (November 21, 2019) – Sustainable junk removal service The Junkluggers recently finalized an agreement with California native Samuel Orozco to open The Junkluggers of San Gabriel Valley, the company’s first franchise located in California. “Sam is joining The Junkluggers team with a wealth of experience in providing strategic leadership, and I am thrilled to have him at the helm of our first-ever West Coast ..read more

Thinking of renting a dumpster for your junk removal project? Choose Junkluggers — your trusted provider of dumpster rental alternatives — instead! Leading dumpster rental alternative & junk removal expert: The Junkluggers Every once in a while, we receive calls from people looking to rent a dumpster. Some Junkluggers locations offer eco-friendly dumpster rental, sorting through items in the dumpster and identifying anything that can be upcycled, recycled, or donated to the community, making us a superior alternative to the other companies who simply throw customers' unwanted items from ..read more