You’ve got junk. We’ve got trucks. But did you know there are a few quick things you can do before we arrive to make your junk pickup smoother — and even a little cheaper?

Whether you’re cleaning out your garage, tossing that old sofa, or handling leftover debris after a move, this guide will walk you through how to get ready for a junk pickup in Fort Lauderdale without breaking a sweat (or the bank).

🚛 Why Prepping Ahead Helps Everyone

The more organized your junk is before we arrive, the faster we can haul it — which means:

  • You save money on labor time
  • We can fit more into one trip
  • You don’t have to babysit the job

Plus, it helps us separate out anything that can be donated or recycled, keeping more junk out of Broward County landfills.

🛠️ Jack’s 6-Step Junk Pickup Prep Checklist

Here’s what I recommend for every customer before pickup day:

1. Put It All in One Area

Try to consolidate your junk into a single, accessible spot — like your driveway, garage, or side yard. If it’s spread out across rooms or floors, it adds time (and sometimes cost).

If you’re doing a garage cleanout in Fort Lauderdale, you’re already ahead of the game.

2. Separate Items by Type

Group similar items together:

  • Furniture
  • Electronics
  • Construction debris
  • Yard waste
  • Appliances

This helps us load more efficiently and may even reduce your quote if we can sort items faster.

3. Remove Hazardous Materials

We can’t legally haul:

  • Paint cans (unless dried out)
  • Propane tanks
  • Motor oil
  • Batteries (car or lithium)

If you’ve got these, check with Broward County’s hazardous waste disposal program for local drop-off sites.

4. Break Down Bulky Items if You Can

If you're comfortable and able, disassembling things like bed frames, shelves, or playsets can save time and truck space. Just don’t overdo it — we’re happy to handle the heavy stuff.

5. Know What You’re Keeping

This might sound obvious, but I’ve seen more than one customer accidentally toss something they meant to keep. If it’s staying, label it or move it somewhere else so we don’t touch it.

6. Take a Quick Photo Beforehand

Not mandatory — but super helpful. A quick picture texted to us can help us prep the right number of crew members or provide a more accurate quote ahead of time.

💡 Want to Save Even More?

If you're flexible on timing, ask us about:

  • Off-peak day discounts (Mondays and Tuesdays tend to be lighter)
  • Bundle pricing if you’re doing a bigger job like a furniture removal in Fort Lauderdale or a move-out cleanout
  • Neighborhood pickups — if a few neighbors book together, we may offer group pricing

We’re local, so we like working with locals. Just ask — I’m always happy to help.

🗑️ Common Items We Pick Up in Fort Lauderdale

Here’s what we haul on the regular:

  • Couches, mattresses, and dressers
  • Appliances (washer, dryer, fridge, etc.)
  • Office furniture and cubicles
  • Yard debris and tree branches
  • Boxes, bags, and random junk
  • Construction debris and renovation leftovers

And yes — we also handle last-minute moving junk removal in Fort Lauderdale if you’re on a tight deadline.

📍 Areas We Serve

We provide junk pickup services across all of Broward County, including:

  • Fort Lauderdale
  • Pembroke Pines
  • Hollywood
  • Plantation
  • Cooper City
  • Davie
  • Coral Springs
  • Weston

👍 Final Thoughts from Jack

A little prep goes a long way.

Whether you’ve got a single pile or a house full of stuff, getting ready for your junk pickup in Fort Lauderdale helps us help you faster, cleaner, and more affordably.

Don’t overthink it — if you’ve got junk, we’ve got the muscle. Let’s get it gone.

– Jack
Owner, Jack’s Junk Removal