10 Junk Removal Business Success Stories [2023]
Households and businesses need help hauling away broken furniture, clearing out trash, and even emptying properties during a foreclosure. Therefore, the demand for junk removal services is high. Starting a junk removal business can be profitable if you own a box truck and are looking for self-employment opportunities.
To begin, perform market research in your area, and apply for the necessary regulatory permits or licenses. Build a website and market your services.
Here are some real life success stories of starting a junk removal business:
1. You Call We Haul Junk Removal ($300K/year)
Sam Evans, a recent college graduate, was inspired to start a junk removal business after reading a book about the founders of College Hunks Hauling Junk. With a $1,000 truck and minimal advertising, he launched You Call We Haul Junk Removal and quickly found success, completing over 75 jobs per month and bringing in $20,000 in revenue with a 65% profit margin per job. The company plans to continue growing, with the goal of franchising the business in the future.
How much they make: $300K/year
Where they're located: Pennsylvania, USA
How much did it cost to start: $1.7K
Current team size: 3
23-year-old Sam Evans founded You Call We Haul Junk Removal which brings in around $20,000 in revenue per month with a profit of 65% per job, servicing any individuals who have unneeded junk, and aims to franchise the business in the long-term.
2. A+ Enterprises Junk Removal & Demolition ($492K/year)
Sal Polit-Moran, the founder of A+ Enterprises Junk Removal & Demolition, started his business after realizing that the junk removal market in Scranton, PA was underserved. With just a pickup truck, a dump trailer, and $300, he began advertising on Craigslist and quickly started getting calls from people needing junk removal services. Through investing in advertising on Google and providing exceptional customer service, his business has experienced consistent growth, reaching $41,000 in revenue per month.
How much they make: $492K/year
Where they're located: West Pittston, Pennsylvania, USA
Current team size: 3
A 25-year-old founder started a junk removal and demolition business with a pickup truck, a dump trailer, and $300, which has since grown to an average of 90 jobs and $41,000 in revenue each month, with a focus on customer service, clean trucks, and excellent employees while spending heavily on Google Ads and doing SEO to increase online visibility.
So... can you actually make money with a junk removal business?
Of course. There are millions to be made in this industry.
But how?
- Research real, profitable businesses and see exactly how much money they make.
- Study exactly what works, and what doesnβt.
- Take action, because now you have the roadmap.
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3. MJ Home and Truck Services ($48K/year)
Matthew Jones had a passion for cleaning and a desire to make his community cleaner. Starting with clearing trash and junk from people's homes, he expanded into a junk removal business. His knack for stacking and securing loads allowed him to maximize profits, and he quickly grew his business with word-of-mouth advertising and signing up with lead companies. Today, he has a thriving waste management business with a high demand for his services and plans to expand further by hiring more employees and investing in equipment.
How much they make: $48K/year
Where they're located: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Current team size: 4
Matthew Jones started a waste management company in 2017 specializing in junk removal and cleaning services that now completes a minimum of 20 projects a week, with pricing dependent on the type, weight and quantity of items required, generating repeat customers with no bad reviews.
4. Integrity Junk Removal & Demolition ($180K/year)
Lewis Vandervalk and co-founder Ryan Grice came up with the idea for Integrity Junk Removal And Demolition after recognizing the need for a reliable, socially conscious junk removal service in their community. With experience in construction and a background in digital marketing, they were able to quickly establish their business and generate impressive revenue, making nearly $8,500 in their first full month and $15,000 in the following month. They have since expanded their services and are on track to continue growing their business.
How much they make: $180K/year
Where they're located: Fredericton, NB, Canada
How much did it cost to start: $25K
Current team size: 2
Two mechanical engineering graduates start an eco-friendly junk removal and demolition business in Fredericton that generated nearly $8,500 within its first month of operation, and are on track to make a minimum of $20,000 a month with plans to have local teams in every major community in New Brunswick within a year.
So... can you actually make money with a junk removal business?
Of course. There are millions to be made in this industry.
But how?
- Research real, profitable businesses and see exactly how much money they make.
- Study exactly what works, and what doesnβt.
- Take action, because now you have the roadmap.
Join Starter Story and build your next big thing:
5. 1-800-Got-Junk ($444M/year)
How much they make: $444M/year
Where they're located: Vancouver, BC, Canada
How much did it cost to start: $1K
Current team size: 1700
This case study examines how the founder of 1-800-GOT-JUNK grew his business to $37M/month by offering franchise-based, full-service junk removal to homes and businesses, including donating any possible items to charity.
6. SOCO Waste ($2.76M/year)
Dustin Maze, the founder of SOCO Waste, came up with the idea for his waste removal business after realizing that he loved being outside and working in the waste management industry. After doing extensive research on the market and equipment needed, he launched SOCO Waste with a focus on providing excellent customer service and affordable prices. With a loan of $35k, Maze started with a pick-up truck and 5 dumpsters, and the business has since grown to have 51 dumpsters, two roll-off dumpster delivery trucks, and two residential garbage trucks. They are projected to reach $700-800k in sales for 2020.
How much they make: $2.76M/year
Where they're located: Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA
How much did it cost to start: $150K
Current team size: 20
This case study showcases the story of a locally owned and operated residential waste removal business based in Colorado Springs started with a pick-up truck and a $35k loan, which now has 51 dumpsters, two roll-off dumpster delivery trucks, two residential garbage trucks, and is projecting $700-800k in sales for 2020.
So... can you actually make money with a junk removal business?
Of course. There are millions to be made in this industry.
But how?
- Research real, profitable businesses and see exactly how much money they make.
- Study exactly what works, and what doesnβt.
- Take action, because now you have the roadmap.
Join Starter Story and build your next big thing:
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