Essential Home Clean Out Tips

Q: We’re trying to clean out my grandparents’ home. They have so much stuff. Do you think I should just call 800-Got-Junk? Mindy, Secaucus, NJ

A: Over almost 25 years working in real estate, I have found that hoarding is much more common than most people think. Hiring a clean out company like 800-Got-Junk is is a good idea but you should shop around because I have found local clean out crews are often much cheaper. One apartment I had cleaned out by a local clean out crew cost me ⅓ of the price 800-Got-Junk quoted me. You should consider donating unwanted items to local schools or charities. You can also sell unwanted items on platforms like Facebook marketplace. Depending on how much stuff there is, you can also consider renting a dumpster, which will accelerate the home cleanout process. Thanks for your question, Mindy

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