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How much does 1-800-GOT-JUNK? cost? A junk removal pricing guide for 2026

Wondering about 1-800-GOT-JUNK? pricing? Learn how our all-inclusive, volume-based pricing works, from single-item pickups to full truckloads. 

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The definitive guide to junk removal

Curious about the history of junk removal, how junk gets recycled, or the items we take? Read all about it and more in this comprehensive guide!

Decluttering

How to handle generational clutter: Jose Ruiz on letting go

When Jose Ruiz started documenting the emotional journey of decluttering his parents' home, his honesty went viral, touching millions. We sat down with Jose to discuss navigating generational clutter, building a supportive community, and how 1-800-GOT-JUNK? helped his family finally make space for peace and a fresh start.

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The panel of Dragons for Season 21 of Dragon’s Den: Arlene Dickinson, Manjit Minhas, Michelle Romanow, Wes Hall, Drew Scott and Brian Scudamore.
Community

Brian Scudamore returns to CBC’s Dragons’ Den for Season 21!

1-800-GOT-JUNK? Founder and CEO Brian Scudamore knows what it takes to build a business from the ground up. What started with a single $700 truck has grown into approximately 150 locations across Canada, the United States, and Australia. Now, he’s returning to CBC’s Dragons' Den for Season 21 to invest in the next generation of passionate entrepreneurs!

September 24, 2024
Decluttering

Decluttering Our Garage with 1-800-GOT-JUNK?

Struggling to find space in your garage? You're not alone. 

September 15, 2025
Decluttering

Top 5 reasons storage units aren’t worth it

Think storage units are a lifesaver? They might actually be an expensive trap. While they seem like a quick fix for clutter, these temporary spaces often turn into long-term financial sinkholes for items you’ll never use again. From hidden monthly costs to the lingering mental load, discover five eye-opening reasons why renting a storage unit isn’t worth it.

June 11, 2026
A 1-800-GOT-JUNK? Truck Team Member sitting in the truck smiling and a customer smiling while standing beside the truck.
Decluttering

What to expect when you book junk removal

Booking junk removal should be the easy part. Here's exactly what happens from the moment you schedule to the moment the crew leaves — so there are no surprises on the day.

September 3, 2026
Two 1-800-GOT-JUNK? Truck Team Members and a customer smiling at the entrance of her home.
Decluttering

Questions you should ask before pickup day

The questions to ask your junk removal company before pickup day, answered.

September 3, 2026
Decluttering

What to look for in a junk removal company

Most junk removal comparisons focus on price. This one focuses on what actually separates a reliable, professional service from one that leaves you with a problem.

September 3, 2026
Pricing

How much does 1-800-GOT-JUNK? cost? A junk removal pricing guide for 2026

Wondering about 1-800-GOT-JUNK? pricing? Learn how our all-inclusive, volume-based pricing works, from single-item pickups to full truckloads. 

August 25, 2025
Decluttering

The Great Junk Transfer: Navigating clutter & grief with Nick Fox

What started as a joke about unwanted family heirlooms quickly became a 500,000-strong movement. In this interview, creator Nick Fox breaks down the "Great Junk Transfer"—explaining why younger generations are turning down inherited stuff, how to navigate the physical weight of grief, and the exact script to start hard, compassionate, decluttering conversations with aging parents.

August 27, 2026
Decluttering

What a Harvard Psychiatrist wants you to know before your next cleanout

Why do we hold onto things we don't need? Harvard's Dr. Blaise Aguirre explains the psychology of clutter and how to let go of sentimental items without guilt.

August 20, 2026