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Santa Cruz Tree & Firewood Service's - Unlicensed Contractor
PO Box 776
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Santa Cruz Tree & Firewood Service's - Unlicensed Contractor
PO Box 776
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7 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service provided to meet your needs. It is our mission to exhibit excellent workmanship and supreme dedication from start to finish of a project. We understand the needs and expectations of our customers, and take great care to work and communicate with them in a courteous and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service provided to meet your needs. It is our mission to exhibit excellent workmanship and supreme dedication from start to finish of a project. We understand the needs and expectations of our customers, and take great care to work and communicate with them in a courteous and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.


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Bay Area Junk Removal
110 Nestles Rd
5.00(
5
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Bay Area Junk Removal
110 Nestles Rd
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"This company is the best! I had a 9:30 appointment for a mattress removal. Excellent communication and customer service. He texted me just before he arrived which I greatly appreciate. I met him out front. He introduced himself and I the same. We shook hands and showed him where the mattress was located. He was warm and professional. He was in and out in less than 5 minutes. He was fast. Outstanding! He advised me they do repairs, maintenance and a multitude of different things. This company is now my go to if I ever need any work done on my apartment. Thank you for your exceptional service."

Windy H on November 2024

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"This company is the best! I had a 9:30 appointment for a mattress removal. Excellent communication and customer service. He texted me just before he arrived which I greatly appreciate. I met him out front. He introduced himself and I the same. We shook hands and showed him where the mattress was located. He was warm and professional. He was in and out in less than 5 minutes. He was fast. Outstanding! He advised me they do repairs, maintenance and a multitude of different things. This company is now my go to if I ever need any work done on my apartment. Thank you for your exceptional service."

Windy H on November 2024


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Just Junkin, LLC - Unlicensed Contractor
333 Cliff Street
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Just Junkin, LLC - Unlicensed Contractor
333 Cliff Street
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
43 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

We pride ourselves on our professionalism, as well the ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

"Justin came out this morning and gave me an estimate. He is nice and professional. A few hours later Mike and Freddy were a my house with their truck loading up what I needed taken away. Mike and Freddy were nice and courteous. They worked fast and even cleaned the area they removed when they finished loading the truck ð . I will definitely be hiring them again. If you need stuff removed from your place....Call Justin. Thanks guys ð"

Traci A on September 2024

We pride ourselves on our professionalism, as well the ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

"Justin came out this morning and gave me an estimate. He is nice and professional. A few hours later Mike and Freddy were a my house with their truck loading up what I needed taken away. Mike and Freddy were nice and courteous. They worked fast and even cleaned the area they removed when they finished loading the truck ð . I will definitely be hiring them again. If you need stuff removed from your place....Call Justin. Thanks guys ð"

Traci A on September 2024


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Prosper Construction Development, Inc.
180 Steuart St., Box 194631
4.88(
38
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Prosper Construction Development, Inc.
180 Steuart St., Box 194631
4.88(
38
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
246 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Fast response and clear communication throughout the process."

Marco T on April 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Fast response and clear communication throughout the process."

Marco T on April 2025


Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
134 South Myrtle Avenue
4.43(
27
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Approved Pro
Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
134 South Myrtle Avenue
4.43(
27
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
231 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your remodeling needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Great company! They delivered as they promised. Professional work from start to finish. You can tell the difference between old and new windows. Our house looks like new with this windows. Thank you for excellent work."

Nishma P on May 2023

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your remodeling needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Great company! They delivered as they promised. Professional work from start to finish. You can tell the difference between old and new windows. Our house looks like new with this windows. Thank you for excellent work."

Nishma P on May 2023


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Eagle Hauling & Recycling, Inc
15440 Meridian Rd
4.88(
8
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Eagle Hauling & Recycling, Inc
15440 Meridian Rd
4.88(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
43 local quotes requested
30 years of experience

Eagle Hauling & Recycling, Inc was founded in 1995 in Monterey County. Our services include Dumpsters, Waste removal, Soil hauling, Junk removal, and Trucking. We operate a permitted sorting facility as well as provide recycling dumpsters, sorting crews, and trucking.

"Very fast and thorough at a fair price."

Tom V on August 2024

Eagle Hauling & Recycling, Inc was founded in 1995 in Monterey County. Our services include Dumpsters, Waste removal, Soil hauling, Junk removal, and Trucking. We operate a permitted sorting facility as well as provide recycling dumpsters, sorting crews, and trucking.

"Very fast and thorough at a fair price."

Tom V on August 2024


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AFFORDABLE HAULING
5.00(
2
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AFFORDABLE HAULING
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
67 local quotes requested

Hauling service clean ups any dump run demolition concrete and dirt removal dumpter rental please call 831 460-0237 for a free estimate

"Carlos and his guys are amazing! Would absolutely use them again."

Cliff H on February 2025

Hauling service clean ups any dump run demolition concrete and dirt removal dumpter rental please call 831 460-0237 for a free estimate

"Carlos and his guys are amazing! Would absolutely use them again."

Cliff H on February 2025


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MG Transportation
Based In
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
MG Transportation
Based In
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
144 local quotes requested

We specialize in JUNK REMOVAL/ DUMP runs. We have a 6x10 dump trailer w/ 4' walls. we also have a 16' flat trailer. For an immediate response call Marcus (Owner) @ 831-297-1972 We REMOVE JUNK CARS with or without a title. If its in your way and u want your personal space back we can GET IT DONE!! TOWING--5TH WHEEL TRAILER TRANSPORT--OLD 5TH WHEEL REMOVAL. METAL REMOVAL-EQUIPTMENT HAULING- call or message for free estimates! Great customer service! We aim to please!

"Great. Friendly and professional."

Craig F on July 2023

We specialize in JUNK REMOVAL/ DUMP runs. We have a 6x10 dump trailer w/ 4' walls. we also have a 16' flat trailer. For an immediate response call Marcus (Owner) @ 831-297-1972 We REMOVE JUNK CARS with or without a title. If its in your way and u want your personal space back we can GET IT DONE!! TOWING--5TH WHEEL TRAILER TRANSPORT--OLD 5TH WHEEL REMOVAL. METAL REMOVAL-EQUIPTMENT HAULING- call or message for free estimates! Great customer service! We aim to please!

"Great. Friendly and professional."

Craig F on July 2023


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All American Pressure Cleaning
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
All American Pressure Cleaning
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
592 local quotes requested

We offer a variety of services you may need from Pressure washing, gutter cleaning, roof washing, Solar panel cleaning and many around the home needs.

"Great job. Communication was excellent. I received an estimate immediately. I was reminded the night before of the appointment. I had a phone call the day of regarding the arrival time. Would hire again."

Valarie W on January 2025

We offer a variety of services you may need from Pressure washing, gutter cleaning, roof washing, Solar panel cleaning and many around the home needs.

"Great job. Communication was excellent. I received an estimate immediately. I was reminded the night before of the appointment. I had a phone call the day of regarding the arrival time. Would hire again."

Valarie W on January 2025


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James Junk Removal
432 Vallejo Street
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
James Junk Removal
432 Vallejo Street
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
438 local quotes requested

Monterey County Residents, Junk Removal doesn't have to be a pain this spring ! Sit back and relax, we'll have your junk quickly removed so you can get back to enjoying a clutter-free life! At James Junk Removal, we'll remove everything from hot tubs, furniture, to debris and junk you need removed at great prices ? Click the button below and get a free quote! We're excited to help you! https://junkremovalmonterey.com/ call or text us at (831) 756-2932. Ask for Jaime !! Our Services Include: ✅ Dumpster Rental ✅Residential Junk Removal ✅Commercial Junk Removal ✅Industrial Junk Removal ✅Eviction Clean Outs ✅Storage Unit Clean Outs ✅Property Clean Outs ✅Apartment Clean Outs ✅Yard Clean Ups ✅Appliance Removal (tvs, refrigerators, etc) ✅Furniture Removal (couches, bookcases, etc) ✅Trash pick-up and removal ✅Junk Hauling and Removal ✅Green Waste Removal ✅Concrete Removal ✅Soil/Sod Removal ✅Rocks Removal ✅And many more!⏱ WE TAKE PAYMENTS WITH. ?—?—Check Venmo—Zalle—PayPal—Apple Pay—Etc.... Our company provides affordable prices and free estimates. We are friendly, professional, and experienced. Give us a call today!

"Jaime was awesome. He contacted me literally within two minutes of my post, and was at my house in just over an hour. They are a small family owned business, and they are very nice, courteous, and highly professional. They are very quick workers, and quote VERY reasonable prices for their work. I am definitely using them next time I need trash and recycling hauled, and their business card is now on my refrigerator. Thank you so much James Junk Removal for helping clean part of my brain and getting a huge stressor out of my house that has been there for like a year now!"

Lisa S on October 2024

Monterey County Residents, Junk Removal doesn't have to be a pain this spring ! Sit back and relax, we'll have your junk quickly removed so you can get back to enjoying a clutter-free life! At James Junk Removal, we'll remove everything from hot tubs, furniture, to debris and junk you need removed at great prices ? Click the button below and get a free quote! We're excited to help you! https://junkremovalmonterey.com/ call or text us at (831) 756-2932. Ask for Jaime !! Our Services Include: ✅ Dumpster Rental ✅Residential Junk Removal ✅Commercial Junk Removal ✅Industrial Junk Removal ✅Eviction Clean Outs ✅Storage Unit Clean Outs ✅Property Clean Outs ✅Apartment Clean Outs ✅Yard Clean Ups ✅Appliance Removal (tvs, refrigerators, etc) ✅Furniture Removal (couches, bookcases, etc) ✅Trash pick-up and removal ✅Junk Hauling and Removal ✅Green Waste Removal ✅Concrete Removal ✅Soil/Sod Removal ✅Rocks Removal ✅And many more!⏱ WE TAKE PAYMENTS WITH. ?—?—Check Venmo—Zalle—PayPal—Apple Pay—Etc.... Our company provides affordable prices and free estimates. We are friendly, professional, and experienced. Give us a call today!

"Jaime was awesome. He contacted me literally within two minutes of my post, and was at my house in just over an hour. They are a small family owned business, and they are very nice, courteous, and highly professional. They are very quick workers, and quote VERY reasonable prices for their work. I am definitely using them next time I need trash and recycling hauled, and their business card is now on my refrigerator. Thank you so much James Junk Removal for helping clean part of my brain and getting a huge stressor out of my house that has been there for like a year now!"

Lisa S on October 2024

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Waste, junk, building materials and debris removals and haulings FAQs

Yes, if you have items that are still usable, there are free junk haul-away services available near you. Organizations like the Salvation Army, Goodwill, and Habitat for Humanity often offer free pickup for gently used furniture, appliances, and other household items. These charities accept donations and may resell or donate them to those in need. However, if your items are unusable or broken, you'll need to hire a professional junk removal service, which will charge a fee. Check with local charities or municipal programs to explore all your options.

You can get rid of old appliances for free by donating them if they are in working condition. Organizations like Habitat for Humanity, Goodwill, and local religious groups accept appliance donations and often provide free pickup services. Some utility companies offer recycling programs or rebates for old appliances when you purchase a new, energy-efficient model. Additionally, scrap metal recyclers might accept appliances and may even pay you for them. Contact local charities, utilities, or recycling centers to find the best option for your situation.

The average cost of trash removal per month ranges from $25 to $100, depending on your location and the services provided. Residential garbage and recycling collection fees may be included in your utility bills or property taxes, or charged separately by private companies. Factors influencing the cost include the size of your waste bins, frequency of pickups, and any additional services like yard waste or bulk item collection. Urban areas may have higher rates due to increased disposal fees and operational costs.

The smallest dumpsters available hold 2 cubic yards, measure 6 feet by 8 feet at 3 feet deep, and accommodate 400 pounds. They cost between $75 and $200 per week for rental. In addition, dumpster bag options are available for even smaller projects, costing between $100 and $180 per week. These solutions offer a precise fit for light cleanup jobs, ensuring an effective and economical approach to waste removal. You benefit from clearly defined dimensions that ensure the selected option meets your project’s scale without unnecessary expense.

Junk removal companies dispose of waste in approved landfills as part of their standard service process. They follow strict waste management protocols that ensure all material is handled in compliance with environmental regulations. Professionals send unusable or unsalvageable materials directly to a designated landfill. They also separate items that qualify for donation or recycling, ensuring that only the appropriate waste is destined for landfill disposal. This methodical approach guarantees efficient waste management while upholding safety and environmental standards.

Tipping junk removal professionals is a considerate gesture that acknowledges their hard work in handling challenging loads. When exceptional care and efficiency are demonstrated, you should tip a flat amount of $20 to $50 or 15% to 20% of the total service cost. A tip reinforces the quality of service delivered and rewards the crew for managing heavy, bulky, or hazardous materials safely. This extra token of appreciation supports positive service standards and helps ensure that experienced professionals are recognized for their skilled labor.

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