Stay-at-Home Orders Lead to Surge in Junk Removal Services for 'Decluttering'
VANCOUVER, May 26, 2020 /CNW/ - The last couple of months have given people time to focus on what matters most - family connections over material things. With minimalism top of mind, people are getting rid of items that are no longer important to them, driving an increase for junk removal services by the world's largest junk removal company, 1-800-GOT-JUNK?.
In April 2020, 77% of 1-800-GOT-JUNK? customers cited 'decluttering' as the number one reason for needing junk removal, followed by 'moving' at 13%, 'renovations' at 4%, and 'purchasing something new' at 3%. People are decluttering their homes as a way to achieve a sanctuary to live, work, and play in, and 1-800-GOT-JUNK? is seeing this come to fruition with a 8% spike in junk removal for decluttering over March.
"This consumer trend reinforces that our lives are fulfilled with not more, but less," explains David St. James, Managing Director of 1-800-GOT-JUNK?. "People need their space now more than ever, and we're happy to help people make their space bigger, better and cleaner by getting rid of their junk in a safe and effective manner."
1-800-GOT-JUNK? prides itself on making junk disappear by helping customers get rid of unwanted items, recycling the recyclables and donating the donatables along the way. Whether decluttering, moving, or renovating, no job is too big for its friendly, uniformed Truck Team Members.
With health and safety a top priority, 1-800-GOT-JUNK? has adapted its services to offer No Contact Junk Removal, allowing for the estimate, junk removal, and payment to be completed without direct contact. In addition, 1-800-GOT-JUNK? has taken proactive steps to keep their customers and teams safe, including physical distancing, frequent hand washing, disinfecting high touch surfaces, and wearing gloves.
ABOUT 1-800-GOT-JUNK?
1-800-GOT-JUNK? pioneered an industry that brings people and businesses relief by making their junk disappear. Whether it's a pile of household junk in the garage or a warehouse full of office furnishings, 1-800-GOT-JUNK? removes it for you. With the help of our happy team members, convenient services, and customer-first philosophy, we make the ordinary business of junk removal exceptional. We are passionate about recycling and donating to charity. 1-800-GOT-JUNK? was founded in 1989 and now operates in approximately 155 locations throughout North America and Australia. For more information, visit www.1800gotjunk.com or follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
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