15 Nov 2022
Junk removal, News Permalink

Junk Removers Can Pose Risks in Knox County

November 15, 2022

Are you looking for cut-rate junk removers in Knoxville, TN? If the price seems too good to be true, it probably is. Many budget junk removers keep costs down by dumping illegally on public and private property, including parks, vacant lots, alleys, and even roads and highways. 

 

Serious Environmental and Legal Implications

Illegal dumping can be extremely damaging to Tenessee’s natural resources, including soil, waterways, plant life, and wildlife. Certainly, the lack of oversight increases the likelihood of human and environmental exposure to harmful and potentially toxic contaminants.

 

Knox County is taking aggressive steps to identify and prosecute illegal dumping, with severe consequences for all involved. In November 2021, County commissioners voted to increase the fines for littering and illegal dumping. In addition, the County hired Environmental Crimes Investigator Lt. Thomas Walker to investigate illegal dump sites and track large piles of litter back to the owners.

 

Over 150 Citations for Littering and Illegal Dumping in 2022

Over the past year, Lt. Walker has issued over 150 violations and taken eight businesses to court for illegal dumping. The court fined the guilty defendants and sentenced them each to 40 hours of litter pickup.

 

Penalties for illegal dumping and littering include daily fines ranging from $50 to $2,500, court costs, and abatement costs. Authorities will charge both the junk remover and the customer.

 

Report Illegal Dumping in Knox County

To report littered Knox County roads or roadside dumps, follow this link.

 

Alternatively, you can call the Knox County Solid Waste Office at (865) 215-5865 (ext. 0) and leave a detailed message with your callback number.

 

If you witness dumping or littering, report it to the Knox County Sherriff’s office. Provide a detailed description of the individual, the vehicle make, model and color, tag number, location, and time of day.

 

Reputable Junk Removers Help Combat Illegal Dumping

Knox County residents can do their part to fight illegal dumping by following all waste disposal and recycling guidelines. When hiring junk removers in Knox County, be sure to select a company that is licensed, insured, and listed on the County website.

 

#1 Environmentally Responsible Junk Removers in Knox County

Junk Galaxy is the local leader in environmentally responsible debris removal disposal, separating recyclables and donation items from landfill material. We are licensed and insured, with a perfect 5.0-star customer rating on Google and Facebook. 

 

Click here to learn more about the various services we offer or submit this form to request a free quote.

21 Oct 2022
Buyers and Sellers, Home clean out, Junk removal, Property Managers, Realtors Permalink

Top 5 Benchmarks for Junk Removal in Knoxville, TN

October 21, 2022

What are the top 5 things to consider when looking for junk removal in Knoxville, TN?

As the Knoxville junk removal leader, Junk Galaxy has served thousands of customers throughout East Tennessee and encountered nearly every imaginable situation. Rest assured, as bad as you might think your predicament is, we’ve probably seen worse–and cleaned it up!

Junk removal in Knoxville, TN, ranges in size, scope, and cost, from $99 appliance and mattress pickups to weeklong multi-acre property cleanups requiring the demolition of double-wide trailers and extensive debris removal. We often complete time-sensitive property cleanouts after the death of a loved one, so the family can list the property as soon as possible. That means completely clearing the home interior, attic, basement, garage, outbuildings, and yard.

While we’ll never say that we’ve seen it all, we’ve certainly seen a lot!

Based on that experience, here are the top 5 reasons new customers hire Junk Galaxy for full-service cleanouts in greater Knoxville, TN.

 

1. Same-Day Service

You have an urgent junk or debris problem. In most cases, a Junk Galaxy crew can complete the job on the same day you call. That’s because we are a local, family-owned business dedicated to serving our customers.

We have one of the largest fleets of junk removal trucks and equipment in greater Knoxville, and we are open seven days a week. If you have a time-sensitive need, call us at any hour of the day or night, and we will provide you with excellent service.

 

2. Extraordinary Convenience

Your time is valuable, and you definitely have better ways to spend it than cleaning out the garage. In fact, you probably don’t even have time for a cleanout project.

Well, Junk Galaxy will remove your unwanted items and debris–and you don’t even have to be home. That means you can spend your time more productively while Junk Galaxy takes care of the junk removal. Once the job is complete, we’ll send photos and you can pay online. Easy!

Upon removal, items that can be donated are delivered to the appropriate local nonprofit partner. We separate metal, refrigerants, propane tanks, electronic waste, tires, and cardboard, for transport to certified recycling centers. Finally, we dispose of all trash at the landfill.

 

3. Expertise

Your items might be too cumbersome to move safely without help. Or perhaps they are too bulky to fit in your vehicle, and the trash company won’t take them. No need to bother your family and friends. With Junk Galaxy, the ideal crew and equipment are just a phone call away!

We have the tools, training, and experience to move your items safely. Plus, we are fully insured with commercial auto, liability, property damage, and worker’s compensation policies for the benefit of our customers and employees.

 

4. Customer Service

Anyone who has done business with us recognizes that we truly embrace our commitment to customer service. Our customers rave about our professionalism, efficiency, integrity, and overall value. They appreciate that we always strive to exceed expectations and they love our employees, who are honest, hardworking, humble, and polite.

That’s why customer service is the top reason homeowners and business owners select Junk Galaxy. New customers have usually heard about us from family, friends, colleagues, and realtors. Or, they’ve seen our perfect 5-star customer rating on Google and Facebook, and they want that same experience.

We treasure our customers, and our commitment to them drives every decision we make.

 

5. Total Value

When combining unmatched service with quality work, transparent pricing, environmental responsibility, and community investment, the overall customer experience that Junk Galaxy delivers to junk removal customers throughout East Tennessee is an incredible value. While we aren’t the cheapest option, we are the best option for anyone who appreciates customer service and a job done right.

 

Junk Galaxy–Knoxville’s Best Junk Removal Professionals

While price is important, there are many factors to consider when hiring a junk removal professional for your home or business. Exceptional customer service, availability, expertise, convenience, and overall value make Junk Galaxy the clear leader for junk removal in Knoxville, TN.

 

Hire the Experts for Junk Removal in Knoxville, TN

Schedule a free quote, junk removal pick-up, or property cleanout service!

 

01 Oct 2022
News, Real Estate Permalink

Breast Cancer Awareness Knoxville

October 1, 2022

While Junk Galaxy is the leading junk removal company in East Tennessee, we are also fathers, mothers, sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, uncles, aunts, and friends, and that’s why are passionate about promoting breast cancer awareness in Knoxville.

Breast cancer is currently the most common cancer globally, accounting for 12.5% of all new annual cancer cases worldwide. According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 13% (about 1 in 8) of U.S. women are going to develop invasive breast cancer in the course of their life.

Promoting Breast Cancer Awareness in Knoxville

Every October, the Junk Galaxy team switches up uniform colors to bright pink, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In the photo above, Eric (left) and Piersen (right) display the special Junk Galaxy Breast Cancer Awareness shirt.

Breast cancer affects all of us, in some way, shape, or form, and that’s why Junk Galaxy raises money for breast cancer research and brings supports breast cancer awareness in Knoxville. 

“We are making a $500 pledge to the National Breast Cancer Foundation while joining the many other great local businesses that are advocating to increase breast cancer awareness in Knoxville,” says Junk Galaxy Founder Aaron Crecy. “We will donate $10 from every job in October to this cause in order to reach this goal.”

Breast Cancer Education and Free Screening

The National Breast Cancer Foundation is a U.S. breast cancer organization that promotes breast cancer awareness and education. It also provides free screening services and supports breast cancer patients and survivors.

“We chose the National Breast Cancer Foundation due to the organization’s incredibly important mission and the fact that it is one of the most recognized and respected breast cancer charities in the world,” he explained. In fact, NBCF has received the highest 4-star rating by Charity Navigator, America’s leading charity evaluator, for 16 years. On average, 80% of NBCF’s expenses are directed to its life-saving programs.

Please join us in supporting NBCF and promoting breast cancer awareness in Knoxville.

 

Knoxville Junk Removal Experts

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18 Sep 2022
Junk removal, News, Volunteering Permalink

Knoxville Community Cleanup

September 18, 2022

As the Knoxville junk removal leader, Junk Galaxy typically works with residential and commercial customers, but it is also devoted to Knoxville community cleanup efforts. On Saturday, September 17,  the Junk Galaxy team joined hundreds of community volunteers at the East Knoxville Community Cleanup 2022, providing its services and equipment at no charge.  This annual event is organized by Keep Knoxville Beautiful, a local nonprofit organization devoted to litter and graffiti abatement through education and clean-up events staffed by volunteers.

Keeping Knoxville Beautiful for Nearly 45 Years

Keep Knoxville Beautiful began in 1978 as the Greater Knoxville Beautification Board (GKBB) to help clean up Knoxville before the 1982 World’s Fair. Today, it remains dedicated to making Knox County cleaner, greener, and more beautiful.

Contributing to Our Community

Junk Galaxy is a family-owned small business, and we care about Knoxville and the people who live here. That’s why we often utilize our resources to make a positive impact in Greater Knoxville. We volunteer dump trucks and employees to pick up the many tons of trash that are collected by volunteers at every Keep Knoxville Beautiful Community Cleanup event. Keep Knoxville Beautiful is a small organization with a big mission, and we gladly support its efforts.

Nearly 3 Tons of Litter Removed from Parks and Streets

The amount of litter retrieved at these events is staggering. At the September event, a total of 282 volunteers picked up an astounding 5,800 lbs of litter. In addition to the thousands of bags of trash that the volunteers left at over 30 different collection points, our crew also loaded tires, mattresses, furniture, and other debris. This initiative certainly helped beautify parks, greenways, and streets throughout the vibrant East Knoxville community.

Volunteer Opportunities for Everyone

In addition to the robust Knoxville Community Cleanups, KKB maintains an active schedule of smaller events that are perfect for families with children, students, and businesses. Interested in helping preserve Knoxville’s natural beauty? Just sign up and volunteer!

Knoxville Junk Removal Experts

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05 Jan 2022
Community, Furniture Removal, Junk removal, Mattress removal Permalink

Where Can I Find Free Junk Removal in Knoxville, TN?

January 5, 2022

We often receive calls from customers seeking free junk removal in Knoxville. So, we compiled the following information for the various resources available to City and County residents.

Whether you’re cleaning out an attic, garage, basement, or shed, purchasing new furniture, or remodeling a kitchen or bathroom, you might end up with more debris than your trash hauler will accept. This includes mattresses, sofas, cabinets, desks, demo debris, construction debris, and other items that are big or bulky.

Is there free junk removal in Knoxville? If you live in the City of Knoxville, the answer is yes, there is a free curbside pickup program for residents. However, the answer is no if you live in unincorporated Knox County or the Town of Farragut–but don’t despair, because there are some very helpful resources.

We’ll take a look at the junk removal situation for City and County residents, beginning with the former.

 

Free Bulky Waste Collection for City of Knoxville Residents

The City of Knoxville provides free curbside collection of some bulky waste. Eligible materials include furniture, appliances, old personal trash cans, and other approved household items too large to fit in your empty garbage cart.

  • Gas-powered equipment such as lawnmowers, weed-eaters, heaters, and gas grills must be drained of all gasoline, oil, propane, and other fuels or engine fluids.
  • Tires must be removed from their wheels/rims.
  • Carpet must be rolled, tied, and cut down to six feet or less in length.
  • Set brush and yard waste on its own–do not mix with trash or other items and follow brush collection guidelines.

 

What is Ineligible for City of Knoxville Bulky Waste Pickup?

The following items are not accepted for pickup as bulky waste:

  • Additional bags of garbage
  • Construction, renovation, and demolition waste, including but not limited to doors, windows, toilets, kitchen/bathroom cabinets, flooring, and lumber/miscellaneous wood
  • Extremely bulky or heavy items, including but not limited to pianos, auto parts, basketball goals with bases attached, exercise machines, items that are over six feet long, or items that are too heavy to be picked up by two sanitation workers
  • Refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, and other appliances containing refrigerant
  • Cardboard (break down or cut to fit into recycling cart, or deliver to Recycling Drop-off Center)

 

City of Knoxville Bulky Waste Collection Guidelines

Residents may set out up to five bulky items per week for free junk removal in Knoxville. If you set out more than five bulky items at once, none of the material will be picked up and you will be subject to a Codes Enforcement Violation.

Set out bulky items next to your trash cart by 7 AM on your trash service day. Residents enrolled in the Backdoor Service program must set bulky items at the curb. Be aware that bulky waste collection requires a separate truck and crew from household waste. The City says it could take up to two business days for bulky waste collection, but it could take a month or longer. 

To ensure that your bulky waste is picked up, call 311 or (865) 522-8161 ext. 2 to place an alert before you set the bulky waste out on your usual trash day. This is especially recommended for the retrieval of tires, water heaters, refrigerators, freezers, and mattresses.

 

Where City of Knoxville Residents can take Ineligible Material for Bulky Waste Pickup

Take your ineligible bulky waste items (except cardboard) to the City of Knoxville Solid Waste Transfer Station. 

The first non-holiday Saturday of every month is Free for City Residents Day. Otherwise, the Transfer Station fee is $70 per ton, and you are required to pay with a credit or debit card.

Be prepared to wait in line, and don’t forget that you are responsible for unloading all bulky waste items.

 

Junk Galaxy Alternative

For City of Knoxville residents who cannot transport large or bulky items to the Solid Waste Transfer Station, Junk Galaxy offers a turnkey fee-based alternative. As a full-service junk removal provider, Junk Galaxy sends a truck to your home or business, and our expert employees load the material for transport to a donation center or landfill, depending on the condition.

 

City of Knoxville Solid Waste Transfer Station Location

1033 Elm Street

Knoxville, TN 37921

(865) 215-6710

 

City of Knoxville Solid Waste Transfer Station Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 7 AM – 3:45 PM

Wednesday: 7 AM – 11:45 AM

Saturday: 8 AM – 11:45 AM

Sunday: Closed

 

What About Free Junk Removal in Unincorporated Knox County?

Unfortunately, there is no bulky waste collection program for residents of unincorporated Knox County or the Town of Farragut. However, the Knox County Solid Waste Department does have a free drop-off program for residential municipal solid waste that is open to all County residents, (including the City of Knoxville).

 

Resources for Residents of Unincorporated Knox County and Town of Farragut  

There are seven Knox County Convenience Centers that accept residential municipal solid waste free of charge. 

The Convenience Centers are only for Knox County residents to drop off residential waste and recycling. Waste from businesses, rental properties, contractors, or other commercial enterprises is forbidden and will be directed to a landfill for paid disposal.

 

What is Residential Municipal Solid Waste?

Residential waste is defined as municipal solid waste generated and delivered by members of the same household. This includes bagged trash, household items, small amounts of demolition and construction waste from do-it-yourself home improvement projects, or debris from cleaning out garages and outbuildings.

 

What Does the Convenience Center Accept?

Items accepted include mattresses and box springs, carpet (must be cut into small pieces, couches, doors, drywall, furniture, glass, insulation (bagged), mirrors, plaster (bagged), sinks, sheetrock, tables, tile (bagged), toilets, windows, miscellaneous non-hazardous material, and recyclables.

Ineligible items include refrigerators, freezers, greenwaste, block, brick, dirt, gravel, railroad ties, boards over five feet in length, sand, shingles, stone, and household hazardous waste.

 

Convenience Center Drop-Off Guidelines

Knox County has specific guidelines for how much waste a resident can deliver to its Convenience Centers each day, as well as where the material must be placed, and what items are ineligible.

Customers must unload all material into designated receptacles. The daily limit for Convenience Center drop-off of non-recyclable household waste is one standard 5’x8’ pickup load or trailer load, neither of which can have material piled higher than its sides.

Convenience Center staff will turn away residents with heaping loads and very large trailers. In that event, the only option is paid disposal at a landfill or transfer station.

 

Over the Convenience Center Limit?

Residents who need to dispose of large quantities of material that exceed the daily Convenience Center limit have options.

First, if it is not an urgent situation, Knox County residents can continue to drop off one load of large or bulky items per day, as needed. Otherwise, the City of Knoxville Solid Waste Transfer Station is an option. The fee for this service is $70 per ton, which is prorated. Customers are required to pay with a credit or debit card.

There is quite a bit of commercial traffic at this facility throughout the day, which often results in long wait times. While the staff is quite friendly, customers are responsible for unloading all disposal items.

There are also several landfills throughout Greater Knoxville, most of which feature rugged terrain and heavy commercial traffic.

 

Full-Service Junk Removal from Junk Galaxy

Junk Galaxy offers a turnkey fee-based solution for Knox County residents who do not have the ability to transport large or bulky items to a donation center or landfill. As a full-service junk removal provider, Junk Galaxy sends a junk removal truck to your home and our expert employees load the material for transport to a donation center or landfill, depending on the condition.

 

Convenience Center Hours

Monday – Friday: 8 AM to 6 PM

Saturday: 7 AM to 3 PM

Sunday: Closed

 

Convenience Center Locations

Carter

8815 Asheville Hwy

(Just east off of Asheville Highway and the Andrew Johnson Highway Split)

 

Dutchtown

10618 Dutchtown Road

(Easy access from Lovell Rd or Pellissippi Parkway)

 

Halls

3608 Neal Drive

(A few hundred yards past Kmart)

 

John Sevier

1950 W. Governor John Sevier Highway

(at Twin Creek Rd area between Alcoa Highway and Chapman Highway)

 

Karns

6930 Karns Crossing Lane

(near Rocky Tops a half mile east of Ingles)

 

Powell

7311 Morton View Lane

(Just east of the railroad tracks off of West Beaver Creek Road in Powell)

 

Tazewell Pike / Gibbs

7201 Tazewell Pike

(Just south of Emory Road)

 

Knox County Convenience Center 2022 Holiday Schedule

Drop-off centers will be closed on specific holidays. For more information, call (865) 215-5865.

  • Saturday, January 1, 2022 – New Year Holiday
  • Monday, January 17, 2022 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • Monday, February 21, 2022 – Presidents’ Day
  • Friday, April 15, 2022 – Spring Holiday
  • Monday, May 30, 2022 – Memorial Day
  • Monday, June 20, 2022 – Emancipation Day (observed)
  • Monday, July 4, 2022 – Independence Day
  • Monday, September 5, 2022 – Labor Day
  • Friday, November 11, 2022 – Veterans Day
  • Thursday, November 24, 2022 – Thanksgiving Day
  • Friday, November 25, 2022 – Thanksgiving Holiday
  • Friday, December 23, 2022 – Christmas Holiday
  • Saturday, December 24, 2022 – Christmas Holiday
  • Friday, December 30, 2022 – New Year Holiday
  • Saturday, December 31, 2023 – New Year Holiday

 

Knoxville Junk Removal Experts

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We hope this answers all your questions about free junk removal in Knoxville, TN!

20 Aug 2021
Construction debris disposal Permalink

The Best Choice for Construction Debris Disposal Knoxville!

August 20, 2021

Do You Need Construction Debris Disposal in Knoxville?

Are you planning a small construction project in Knox County or greater Knoxville? Perhaps you are a homeowner remodeling a kitchen or bathroom. Or maybe you are a general contractor building a home or office. Whether you manage commercial or residential projects, Junk Galaxy is the top partner for construction debris disposal in Knoxville.

Full-Service Capabilities

There is not always room for a dumpster on a residential or commercial job site. Some commercial properties don’t allow tenants to use dumpsters. And many residential properties don’t even have a driveway on which to place a dumpster. In these instances, full-service construction debris disposal is a necessity. No matter how small or large your project, Junk Galaxy can remove and dispose of your debris quickly and efficiently.

Full-service construction debris disposal is also quite helpful for do-it-yourselfers and contractors with small crews. Customers in these circumstances call us whenever they need a pickup. Some customers require a pickup every day–or night–and other customers only need us to pick up once a week. Whatever the case, Junk Galaxy is timely, professional, and available to serve.

Same-Day Construction Debris Disposal in Knoxville

There are times when contractors have an unanticipated need for construction debris disposal in Knoxville. For example, there are often times when the onsite dumpster is full but the rental company can’t empty it for a few days. So, trash and debris pile up outside the dumpster. That’s when Junk Galaxy is a contractor’s best friend–we provide same-day service for construction debris disposal!

Committed to the Knoxville Community

Junk Galaxy is dedicated to supporting other small businesses in Knoxville. We are a member of the Farragut West Knox Chamber of Commerce and an affiliate member of the Knoxville Area Association of Realtors. In addition, we support a variety of community-based initiatives championed by local nonprofit organizations.

18 Aug 2021
Mattress removal Permalink

Mattress Disposal Knoxville

August 18, 2021

Looking for mattress disposal in Knoxville, TN? You’ve come to the right place! Junk Galaxy is a family-owned and operated company that specializes in mattress disposal in Knoxville.

Call (865) 535-5865 to schedule your mattress pickup, starting at $99. Same-day service is available!

Do-It-Yourself Mattress Disposal in Knoxville is Hard

Let’s face it–mattress disposal in Knoxville can be a major hassle. Mattresses are heavy, bulky, and awkward, making it difficult to carry them through the house. If you try to transport your mattress in a car or truck, it can easily fall off if not adequately secured. This can lead to a serious accident and major liability, with life-altering consequences.

Options for Mattress Disposal in Knoxville

If you require mattress disposal in Knoxville, you have a few options. First, you can take your mattress to a Knox County Convenience Center or the City of Knoxville Solid Waste Facility. Of course, this means you will need a suitable vehicle and a friend or two to help. Plus, the lines and be unpredictable and the hours are limited.

If you live in the City of Knoxville, you can utilize their Bulky Waste Collection program. The downside is that you have to move the mattress to the curb. In addition, this City-managed curbside pick-up can take several weeks or more, which means having an unsightly mattress in your yard for a long period of time.

Convenient Same-Day Disposal

Junk Galaxy takes the hassle out of mattress disposal with convenient, same-day service by professional, polite, and punctual team members. With perfect 5.0 ratings on Google and Facebook, no other company in East Tennessee has higher customer service scores.

Mattress Disposal in Knoxville Seven Days A Week

We’ll pick up your mattress at the time that is most convenient for you, seven days a week. As long as we have your permission and access to the mattress, you don’t even have to be home. You can schedule a mattress pick-up online, over the phone, or even via text.

Junk Galaxy Does the Heavy Lifting

When you call Junk Galaxy to remove your mattress, rest assured that we will do the heavy lifting. Whether your mattress is upstairs, downstairs, in the backyard, on the side of the house, or in the garage, our crew will remove it efficiently and safely.

Environmentally Responsibility

If your bed is in good condition, unsoiled, and unsullied by pets or insects, we regularly deliver to several nonprofit partners in need of mattress donations. Not only is upcycling an environmentally responsible alternative to landfill disposal but charitable donations can make a lasting impact on the lives of people in need.

Knoxville Mattress Removal Experts

So, if you’re looking for hassle-free mattress disposal in Knoxville, give us a call at (865) 535-5865 or submit a pick-up request today!

16 Aug 2021
Home clean out Permalink

Real Estate Customer – Seller Move Out

August 16, 2021

This truckload of KARM donations is courtesy of a generous Junk Galaxy customer who moved out of state.

This wonderful family sold their West Knoxville home and when the closing date was moved up unexpectedly, they called us at 5 PM Wednesday to complete a home move out by 12 PM on Thursday–yes, the next day. We love those jobs because we love problem-solving for our customers.

We visited the property that evening to provide a written quote, started the job at 8 AM Thursday, and had the home cleaned out by 10 AM!

We are so grateful for the opportunity to be of service to this family and help diminish the stress that comes with moving.

If you are a realtor or property manager please keep us in mind when your clients need a hand—we’ll take great care of them! If you are a buyer, seller, flipper, or investor, please call us at (865) 535-5865 whenever you need move-out or clean-out help, whether it’s last-minute or scheduled in advance.

 

09 Aug 2021
News Permalink

The Junk Galaxy Fleet

August 9, 2021

Junk Galaxy boasts one of the largest junk removal fleets in greater Knoxville. We have dump trucks, box trucks, and dump trailers to meet the unique needs of all our valued customers. If you have a junk removal, hauling, or moving job, we have the right truck to get it done right!