Being “green” these days is actually getting easier and easier. The world around you is infinitely more conscious of taking care of itself. In our junk removal, Junkluggers is dedicated to keeping as much out of the landfills as possible and we want to get everyone on our band wagon. A simple Google search will find hundreds of ways to be green and go green. All it takes is a “Rethink“. Rethink about what you ...

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At the young age of 26, Josh Cohen, President and CEO of The Junkluggers, LLC found himself speaking at UCONN in Stamford for the “How to Start a Business” seminar. The audience was filled with SCORE business coaches and owners, as well as aspiring future business owners, all of which were older than Mr. Cohen. The question is, how does a young man, become successful so quickly, right out of college, and in the midst ...

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The Junkluggers have been donating furniture to Homes for the Brave, a rehabilitation and housing program for service veterans located throughout Fairfield County, CT. Junkluggers Director of Operations, Asher Fink, speaking at a Veterans’ Day lunch in New Haven, announced that The Junkluggers will be actively involved in taking usable furniture from local jobs and donating it to Homes for the Brave, which provides housing and services to more than 400 homeless veterans and non-veterans ...

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The Junkluggers is proud to announce that we are expanding! Our first operating franchise partner, Francis Hill, who currently provides our eco-friendly junk removal services with The Junkluggers of Nassau County is extending his service area to include all of Queens County, NY. We are very excited to support Francis in his next step with The Junkluggers as he provides an excellent service to the people of Queens! Read the full press release below for ...

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The safety of our customers and staff is always our top priority. Our teams are prepared to be flexible to accommodate your needs. If you have any special requests for safety or distance, including our contactless, curbside pickup experience, just let us know and we will accommodate any request that we can. We are on a mission to keep items out of landfills and we partner with donation centers, local charities and recycling centers in ...

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As the holidays approach, one of the biggest things families face is how to start decluttering. With new gifts, toys, electronics, and more on the way, it can be a daunting task. But, by starting small you’ll be able to make a big impact. How to Start Decluttering Your Home Go through your home and do a “quick sweep” of any problem areas. Take inventory of the rooms that have more clutter, vs. rooms ...

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What a difference a month can make! In 2008, the European nation of Estonia mobilized 50,000 volunteers in an effort to “clean up” the country in a single day. This small but ambitious effort inspired other nations, organizations, individuals to join — and by 2019, 21.2 million people across the globe were part of the World Cleanup Day movement. At The Junkluggers, we’re so inspired by the growth and success of World Cleanup ...

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With summer upon our ever-growing national operation, we’re soaking up all the sunshine and lugging more truckloads of items to keep out of landfills than ever before. That being said, when you think of summer do you think of plastic party cups, pool toys, and flip flops that break halfway through the summer? This season we’ve challenged our customers to be eco-friendly with a green summer bucket list. If you haven’t checked ...

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Did you know that your old cell phone, computer, and television are made from scarce resources, or that carelessly disposing of these rare plastics and metals is extremely toxic to the environment? The rapid expansion of technology, not to mention an increasingly consumption-driven society, results in the creation of a very large and growing amount of electronic waste or e-waste. The Environmental Protection Agency estimates that only 15–20% of e-waste is recycled, the rest ...

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Click to download & print our reycling guide! Today’s kids have been brought up learning it’s a good idea to “reduce, reuse, and recycle.” But rules and regulations can vary by state, county or city, creating plenty of confusion about what can and can't be recycled. So how do you really know if you should recycle or reuse an item, or if it is simply just refuse? Here are 11 things that definitely ...

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Are you looking to downsize your home but you’re not sure where to start? We’ve created this helpful guide full of successful downsizing strategies to keep you focused and organized.  Here at The Junkluggers, we specialize in downsize and declutter projects and we’re here to offer our services to help you discard the items you’ve decided you no longer need. Give us a call, and be greeted with top-notch customer service ...

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Eco-friendly renovation options are not only better for the environment, but will benefit you and your family too! They tend to be more sustainable options that last longer and keep homeowners from having to renovate again in the near future. Other renovation options may bring harmful toxins into the air you breathe daily. Keep your space free of toxic chemicals and materials and choose eco-friendly options for your home renovation, refresh, or remodel.  Pro Tip ...

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Originally published on Redfin.comWhether you’ve decided to eliminate debt from your life, or you’re first time empty nesters ready for a new chapter, now may be the time to downsize your home. But before you start, it’s important to understand that there are many potential missteps along the way. This guide will help you navigate common mistakes so that you can make the most of your new, downsized lifestyle. 1) Not ...

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Don't forget about your spring cleaning when it comes to these ten spaces! Spring cleaning is all about the deep cleaning of those spots you might not hit in your everyday cleaning routine, but how many of us really get to those forgotten about areas? In order for you to have long-lasting satisfaction with your fresh space, The Junkluggers have created a list of those items you may have missed during spring cleaning! Showerhead ...

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Spring cleaning season is in full bloom! While this can be our favorite time of year at The Junkluggers, it also is a great time to emphasize the importance of disposing items responsibly. Every day, The Junkluggers takes steps to better our ecological footprint by donating and recycling items and participating in green community events. This year we have turned Earth Day, on April 22nd, into an entire month of environmentally friendly initiatives. In addition ...

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Get organized with our comprehensive guide to a smooth move. Download and print our ultimate moving checklist below! As professional junk removal specialists, we tend to spend time in or around people’s homes and are often asked, “When’s the best time to start planning our move?” Our answer is always the same; now! We’ve created and broken down a complete moving checklist to keep you organized and sane throughout the whole process ...

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The Junkluggers can help with our comprehensive spring cleaning guide. Download and print our free spring cleaning checklist below! Having trouble keeping up with your Spring cleaning? We’ve created this handy, in-depth spring cleaning checklist to keep you on schedule and alleviate your stress. Organized by room, this checklist will get you back on track in no time at all! During your spring cleaning project, you will likely come across several items you no ...

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The Junkluggers aim to keep reusable junk out of landfills! It’s no secret that tons of waste is produced during the holiday season. What many people don’t realize is how long this waste takes to decompose and the effect it has on the environment. Some items are not biodegradable, and others will end up in landfills polluting the soil and water or make its way into the ocean where it will harm marine ...

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At The Junkluggers, we consider ourselves one big family, which includes our employees, franchisees, and of course, our loyal customers. It is in our nature to always lend a helping hand both in and out of the office and there is nothing we love more than the season of giving. As an eco-friendly junk removal company, we also see the importance of “giving” in an environmentally friendly way.       Do you find yourself throwing out more ...

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With the holiday season upon us, everyone is in the spirit to give back whether it’s donating to people in need or helping out at your local soup kitchen. With fewer gatherings this year you may be wondering, how can I give back?  5 Ways to Give Back this Holiday Season  1.     Donate winter apparel and items to those in need As the colder months approach there is a higher demand for warm weather ...

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