What If I’m the Last Person Who Remembers What This Is?”

By Michelle, Co-Owner of Junk It Junk Removal What We Keep, What We Carry, and What We Leave Behind By Michelle, Co-Owner of Junk It Junk Removal I grew up just outside of Portland, Oregon, in the kind of home where nothing ever really left. It just shifted rooms. The cedar chest, the old record […]

Bed Bug Furniture Removal in Portland: What to Do Before You Toss It

How to Get Rid of Bed Bug–Infested Furniture in Portland If you’ve discovered bed bugs in your couch, mattress, or other furniture, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not the first Portlander to panic. Before you drag infested furniture to the curb or call a junk removal service, it’s important to understand how to handle it […]

Donation, Recycling & Dump Drop-Off Guide for Portland Metro (Sorted by City)

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Your City-by-City Guide to Donating, Recycling & Dumping Junk in Portland At Junk It Junk Removal, we understand that not everyone needs a full-service junk pickup every time. That’s why we put together this comprehensive guide to help you drop off, donate, recycle, or responsibly dispose of your unwanted items. Whether you’re decluttering your garage, […]

How to Easily Get Rid of an Old Washing Machine

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You’re ready to replace your washing machine, but as you finalize the purchase, you realize your old machine is too big and bulky to keep in the garage. Now you’re starting to question what to do with your old washing machine. Can you call your trash company and put it on the curb on trash […]

4 Decluttering Tips to Improve the Livability of Your Home

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Spring is the time of the year when many families renew their commitment to declutter their homes. Although the task can seem daunting at the onset, a proper plan of execution can help you to achieve all of your decluttering goals. Here are four proven decluttering tips to help you to improve the livability of […]

3 Dangers of Hoarding

The popularity of certain television shows makes it clear that hoarders and hoarding behaviors fascinate many people. Though it’s interesting to watch from a safe distance, hoarding is dangerous for those who live in and around a hoarding property. In addition, helpers trying to clean out a hoard are also exposed to certain dangers during […]