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3 DIY Home Improvement Project Ideas for the Fall

When it
comes to home improvement, you can’t be a fair-weather fan – it is
a year-round commitment. Just because the weather is getting cold,
that doesn’t give you an excuse to put off housework until the
spring. Here are three home improvement ideas that you can get started
on now.

Landscape Cleanup

If you
have some trees or shrubs that you’ve been meaning to get rid of,
there is no better time than now. With all of the leaves gone, you
have easier access to the trunk, crown, and branches. It is also a wise
idea to do this before winter, when the weight of the snow can cause
branches to collapse.

Demolition Projects

Got a
shed, garage, deck, patio, gazebo, or pool you want to do away with?
Stop thinking about it and get it done! Demolition is much easier
than any kind of construction, and it can be fun to break something
down with a sledgehammer – just be sure to stay safe and wear
proper protection!

Home Clean Out

Maybe
this isn’t classified as your typical “home improvement” project,
but by decluttering you are certainly improving the living
conditions of your home. Basements, attics, garages, and sheds are
all common areas that have been overtaken by junk that we will never
use again – so get rid of it once and for all and give yourself more space.
As you
may have noticed, these projects can produce a lot of garbage, which
is why you should rent a dumpster from 1-866-We-Junk-It. Just call us
to set a time and date for us to drop off the container, fill it as
you go, and call back when you are ready for us to come pick it up – it’s that easy. If you
live in Long Island or New York City and are in need of a rental
dumpster, call us for a free quote at 866-935-8654.
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5 Things You Need to Clean Before Winter

As the
leaves continue to fall from the trees, we are reminded every day that winter
is closer and closer. Just as we have to mentally prepare
ourselves to deal with the upcoming frigid temperatures, there are
things we must do to prepare our homes as well.
Here
are five things that you should clean before winter is
here.

Gutters

The
trees are close to bare, but not all the leaves that fall end up in
your yard. Many of them collect in your gutters, and if you don’t
clean them out now, you will regret it in a few months. If your
gutters are clogged with leaves, the melting snow on your roof will
have nowhere to drain, leading to problems such as ice dams and
ceiling leaks.

Furnace

Dirty
air filters and coils on your furnace could hurt its energy
efficiency and cause a spike in your heating bills. Call a local HVAC
company now and give your heating system a tune-up; the technician will clean the
various components in your furnace and inspect them for signs of
future problems. Remember to replace or clean your air filter every month
or two.

Flooring

All the
snow, slush, and salt that your shoes drag into your home can really
take a toll on your carpeting and hardwood floors. Combat this by
renting a steamer and deep cleaning your carpets. Your hardwood
floors should also be thoroughly cleaned and waxed to minimize
potential damage.

Chimney

If you
haven’t had your chimney professionally cleaned in a few years, the
inside of it could be covered in creosote. Not only is this a fire
hazard, it also prevents carbon monoxide from escaping your home.
Carbon monoxide is undetectable without special equipment and too
much of it in your home can be fatal.

Garage

If your
garage is too packed with junk to fit your vehicle, you should
consider cleaning it before snowfall. Having an enclosed space to
park your car during the winter will help prevent it from taking a
beating from the harsh weather.
If you
need a hand cleaning out your garage, give the junk removal experts
at 866-We-Junk-It a call. We offer professional clean out services
and provide dumpster rentals if you are more of the DIY-type. We serve all of Long
Island and New York City, so call us for a free quote at 866-935-8654.
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How to Downsize for a Move

There
comes a time in many of our lives where we have to downsize. Whether
you are starting off college in a dorm, moving in with your significant
other, or trading in your spacious home for a more cozy apartment,
sometimes you just can’t take all of your stuff with you.

And
that’s okay. At 866-We-Junk-It, we are experts in getting rid of
junk, so we are here to help you. This is how to downsize as quickly and painlessly as possible:
Decide what is truly
important.
If
there was only one rule to downsizing, this is it. Figure out what
you can and cannot live without, and pack accordingly. If you are
having trouble deciding whether something is worth keeping, ask
yourself these two questions:
  • Have
    I used it within the past year?
  • If
    I lost everything I own in a fire, would I bother replacing this
    item?
Move quickly and move
early.
Don’t
wait until moving day to start the process – this will only
overwhelm you and lead to one of two things: keeping a bunch of stuff
you don’t need, or throwing out a bunch of stuff you do. Start the
downsizing process as soon as you plan your move, and once you decide
something is garbage, get rid of it as soon as possible before second
thoughts kick in.
Give your old stuff a
second life…
…and
maybe even make some money doing it. Just because you don’t have a
use for something, it doesn’t mean that someone else won’t. Host a
tag sale or use websites such as eBay and Craigslist to sell your goods which are still in working condition. If no one wants to
buy them, donate them to a local charity or thrift shop. Only throw
away that which has no other use.
Need
help downsizing your home? The junk removal professionals at
866-We-Junk-It are happy to assist you! We offer junk removal
services, or you can rent a dumpster and fill it yourself if you are more of the DIY-type.
We serve all of Long Island and New York City, so call us today for a
free quote at 866-935-8654.
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When Should You Hire A Professional Junk Remover?

Whether
you are starting a remodeling project or cleaning out your home in an
effort to declutter, waste disposal is something you will have to
consider. Some of these jobs can be done completely on your own, but
others may require another set of hands – a professional set of
hands.
Here
are five scenarios where it may be better to hire a professional
junk remover, rather than trying to do it yourself.

You don’t own a pickup
truck.

If you don’t already own a truck, getting your waste to the dump is
borderline impossible. Unless you have a friend or family member that
is willing to lend you theirs for free, you are going to need to rent
one anyways – you may as well put that money towards a junk removal
service and save yourself the trouble of loading and unloading your
garbage.

You have a LOT of
garbage.

Even if you do have a pickup truck, it may not be big enough to
accommodate all of the junk leftover from your project. Who wants to
spend an entire day loading their truck beds, driving to the dump,
unloading, then driving back to do it all over again?

The job requires heavy
lifting.

If you have old furniture, appliances, or other heavy items, moving
them can not only be difficult, but it puts you at risk for an injury.
Know your personal limits and don’t try to do too much – your sense
of pride is not worth a herniated disc.

You live far from the
landfill.

All of us are not fortunate enough (or unfortunate enough, depending
how you look at it) to have a dump down the street. If you live miles
and miles away from the nearest landfill, it can cost you a lot of
time and gas to go yourself – especially if it requires multiple
trips. You also need to have a permit, which usually costs money.

You have items that
require special disposal.

Believe it or not, even landfills have regulations. Some items –
such as paints, batteries, and even refrigerators – require special
disposal, and you might not meet these requirements without a little bit of help. Many junk removal
services will take care of these items for you.
Are you looking for a professional junk removal service on Long
Island? Look no further than 866 We Junk It! For over 15 years, we
have helped home and business owners in Nassau and Suffolk Counties
clear their property of unwanted waste. We also offer dumpster
rentals for the DIY-type; just fill it up and call us to pick it up!

Visit our website for more information or call us for a free quote at
866-935-8654.

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Too Much Stuff in Your House? Here’s What You Can Do

We’ve
all been there – you take a look at your basement, and what used to
be empty space is now a pile of rubbish. If you are running out of
room in your home and don’t know what to do with all of your extra
stuff, here are some things you can try.
  • Host a garage
    sale.     Why
    not turn some of your old stuff into extra cash? Garage sales are
    fun to host and you can earn a decent amount of money, all it takes
    is a few hours of your time on a Saturday afternoon. If you want to
    host a successful tag sale, check out these tips.
  • Donate to a local
    charity.     If
    you have items in good condition that you aren’t getting any use out
    of, give them to someone who will. Check online for a list of local
    charities; you are sure to find something in your area that will
    accept just about anything you can think of. Giving back to the
    community feels good, and it will help you free up some extra space
    in your home.
  • Rent a
    self-storage unit.     Maybe
    you don’t want to get rid of your stuff, but you are simply running
    out of room to keep it. If that’s the case, there are an abundance
    of self-storage facilities willing to help you out. Take a look
    around and see which one is best for you: consider their monthly
    fee, proximity to your house, access hours, and the size of the
    unit.
  • Hire professional
    junk removers.     This
    is what you should do if your stuff isn’t worth keeping, donating,
    or selling. If you’re willing to spend a little bit of money, a junk
    removal service would be happy to take care of your unwanted waste
    for you.
If
you are looking for a junk removal service on Long Island or in New
York City, look no further than 1-866-We-Junk-It! Our team of
professionals will be happy to come to your home and clean it out for
you – the only time you will have to lift a finger is when you call
us at 866-935-8654.
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Common Home Storage Problems and How to Deal With Them

Decluttering
our homes is something that almost all of us struggle with. No matter
how hard you try, your home just isn’t big enough to store all of
your stuff. Some areas in particular are more problematic than others; here is how
to deal with some of the most common storage problems you will run
into.

Too Many Clothes to Fit
in the Closet
Many of
our closets are overflowing with an assortment of pants, shirts, and
jackets – much of which we will probably never wear again. But if
purging your wardrobe is out of the question, there are ways to make
everything fit. Cascading clothes hangers, such as the Wonder Hanger,
help you fit more stuff in your closet by maximizing vertical
space.
Unorganized Refrigerator
When
you come home from the grocery store, do you just stick your food
wherever it will fit? If you don’t have a method of organization, not
only will your food be hard to find, it could spoil quicker. Keep all
raw meat and dairy products on the bottom shelf, this area is coldest
so it will keep them fresh for longer. The door is the warmest area,
so reserve it for items resistant to spoiling such as bottled water,
condiments, and dressings.
Holiday Items
For
something that only gets used once per year, holiday items and create
quite the headache when it comes to storage options. Tree ornaments can
be kept in egg cartons, they are stackable, space-efficient and
provide extra protection. String lights can also be a hassle; prevent
them from becoming a tangled mess by wrapping them around a flat
piece of cardboard. As far as wrapping paper goes, store your rolls
upright in an unused garbage can.
Old Junk Overtaking
Basement, Garage, Attic, Etc…
It
happens to the best of us. What once started as a discarded item or
two eventually becomes a mountain of junk that overtakes the entire
basement, attic, garage, or shed. If this sounds familiar, help is
available. Some of these items (such as old furniture) might be too
heavy to move alone, and not everyone can devote a whole weekend to
cleaning out their house. Luckily, junk removal services exist so you
can pay someone else to do it for you.
Are you
looking for a junk removal service in New York City, Nassau County,
or Suffolk County Long Island? Look no further than 1-866-We-Junk-It!
If you need an extra hand reclaiming the space in your home, our junk
removal experts are more than happy to help. Call us today for a free quote at
866-935-8654.
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5 Things to Look for in a Junk Removal Company

When it
comes to professional junk removal, not all companies are created
equally. If you are searching for a junk removal service in your
area, you will likely have many options to choose from. Make sure you
pick a quality company by looking for these five traits:
  1. Speedy service. You
    want to get rid of your garbage as soon as possible, your junk
    removal service should understand that. When you call to inquire
    about their services, ask how long it will take them to get the job
    done. The industry standard is 48 hours.
  1. Big or small jobs. A
    quality junk removal company will be well-equipped enough to handle
    any job; no matter how big or small it is. Whether you just need to
    get rid of a couch or you need multiple commercial properties
    cleaned out, the company should be more than happy to meet your
    needs.
  1. Clean up. You
    are hiring this business to get rid of your unwanted stuff – this
    includes every last bit of debris. When a junk removal company
    leaves the job site, it should look like new. They should
    sweep up any remnants of your trash, leaving the space ready to be
    used as soon they pull away.
  1. Proper disposal.
    Waste disposal isn’t as easy as it may seem. Not all items can
    simply be brought to the nearest landfill, so you need to find a
    company who will abide by all dumping regulations with consideration
    for the environment.
  1. Competitive pricing.
    As with any service, pricing
    is a key concern for customers. You will want to call at least three
    local junk removal companies and ask them for a quote. This
    doesn’t mean to always go with the cheapest option, but it will give
    you an idea of what’s out there.
1-866-We-Junk-It
offers all of these things and more to our customers. We handle all
types of residential and commercial jobs, including demolition projects. We
always leave behind a clean job site, and properly dispose of all
materials. We even donate and recycle salvageable goods, only
throwing away that which has no other use. Call us today for a free
quote at 866-935-8654.
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What NOT To Do With Your Old Junk

Do you
have a steadily-growing collection of junk that is beginning to take
over your basement or garage? It’s time to do something about it –
just make sure it’s not one of these things.
DON’T Illegally Dump It
You
might be tempted to head out in the middle of the night and abandon
your stuff on the side of the road somewhere. Maybe it will be easier
than doing things the right way, but that is called “illegal dumping”, and it can lead to a serious fine and maybe even jail
time.
DON’T Burn It
Maybe
the thought of properly disposing of everything is stressing you out
a little bit. What if you just made a big pile out of your garbage,
set it on fire, and invited your friends over for a bonfire? Don’t do
that – not only are you releasing tons of toxins into the air, you
are also breaking the law.
DON’T Keep It
Though
it is not illegal, keeping it is almost as bad of an option as the
other two. You have finally made the choice to declutter your home
and get rid of your unused junk, don’t turn back now.
So what
should you do with your stuff?
  • Sell it. Host
    a tag sale or head to online sites like eBay to get money for your
    old stuff.
  • Recycle it. Do
    you have junk that could be recycled? If so, do the green thing and
    give it a second life.
  • Donate it. If
    your stuff is still in workable condition, give it to someone in
    need. They will use it more than you will.
  • Have someone else
    take care of it.     Too much work
    for you? Let someone else do it! Hire a professional junk remover
    and relax while they do all the work.
If
you are looking for a professional junk removal company on Long
Island, look no further than 1-866-We-Junk-It. We offer dumpster
rentals if you want to do the job yourself, but if not, our cleaning
professionals are more than happy to do your clean out for you. Visit our website for more information or give us a call at 1-866-935-8654.

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Why You Should Choose 1-866-We-Junk-It for Your Next Demolition Project

At
1-866-We-Junk-It, we are mostly known for our dumpster rentals and
top-notch junk removal services, but many people don’t realize that
we are also capable of full-scale demolition jobs; including
residential and commercial structures.
If you
live on Long Island or in New York City and are looking for a
demolition contractor, look no further than 1-866-We-Junk-It! Here
are just a few reasons why you should trust us to make sure that your
demolition goes smoothly and safely:
  • We provide fast,
    reliable service.     After
    you schedule a service with 1-866-We-Junk-It, you can bet that our
    team will arrive on time and ready to work. Count on us to finish
    all of our jobs before our deadline and provide you with excellent
    customer service along the way.
  • We are fully
    licensed and insured.     Demolition
    projects involve heavy machinery and plenty of safety hazards. In
    conditions like these where there is an obvious risk of injury, you
    want a demolition contractor that knows what they are doing in order
    to minimize these risks. And in the event that something does go
    wrong, you want a company that is insured so you aren’t held
    personally liable.
  • We have the
    manpower to tackle any job.     No
    demolition job is too big or too small for us! Residential work that
    we do includes sheds, garages, gazebos, pools, kitchens, walkways
    bathrooms, and even entire houses. We also offer commercial level
    demolition services for industrial-sized buildings.
  • We provide
    on-site cleanup.     Unlike
    many demolition contractors, we won’t leave you to clean up a huge
    pile of rubble and debris. Our company’s specialty is junk removal,
    and we take our cleaning spirit with us to every job we do. After we
    have completely demolished what you need us to, we will haul away
    the remains and leave you with a clean job site.
If you are interested in learning more about our demolition services,
take a minute to watch our short, animated video:
For more than 15 years, 1-866-We-Junk it has provided top-notch junk
removal services to residents and businesses across Long Island and
New York City. If you have a project coming up, come to us for your
rental dumpster and home clean out needs! Visit our website to learn
more about our company or call us for a free quote at 1-866-935-8654.
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5 Household Products You Didn’t Know Expire

All good things must come to an end. This age-old quote is true in
just about every aspect of life, including our household products.
Nearly everything we own has an expiration date, whether we know it
or not. So before you stock up on your favorite on-sale products,
make sure that they won’t go bad before you get a chance to use them.
Here are five common household products that you didn’t know expire.
Batteries
If you still have a pile of batteries leftover from your Y2K
preparation, chances are they are no longer good. From the moment
they are manufactured, batteries immediately begin losing small
amounts of energy. Your old batteries could be completely depleted by
the time you use them if you wait too long.
Cleaning
Products
Many of us have bottles upon bottles of cleaning products under our
sinks – when was the last time you used some of them? According to
Money Talks News, most soaps, detergents, and other cleaning
solutions begin to lose potency after a year or two.
Paint
When you first moved into your home, you cracked open a can of paint
and coated your walls with the color of your choice. Then you sealed
that paint can back up, and never touched it again. By the time your
next renovation comes around, this paint will probably have already
gone bad.
Cosmetics
For certain types of make-up, it doesn’t take long before they
accumulate so much bacteria that they are no longer safe to use.
Mascara is the shortest of them all, with a lifespan of three months.
Lipsticks, brushes and powders should all be replaced every 12-18
months.
Bottled
Water
Stocking up on bottled water for the apocalypse? Better think twice.
Believe it or not, bottled water actually has an expiration date. How
is that possible? The water itself doesn’t actually go bad, but
rather the plastic bottle can begin releasing chemicals into the
water if you wait too long to drink it.
How much of this stuff do you have sitting around your house? If you
need an extra hand getting rid of your unwanted rubbish, give the
junk removal experts at 866-We-Junk-It a call. Serving all of Long
Island and New York City, we provide dumpster rentals and clean out
services to residents and businesses in need. Visit our website for
more information or call us for a free quote at 866-935-8654.