Getting Rid of Old Appliances

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Have an old appliance you are looking to remove from your home, apartment, or business? You have a few options on how to handle it. Of course, you could always haul it away yourself, but depending on the size and weight of the appliance, that might be easier said than done. In this article, we will discuss various options for junk removal, junk disposal, and the right way to get rid of old appliances. If you live in Massachusetts and are looking for an excellent junk removal service, please give us a call. 

How To Get Rid Of An Old Appliance

One of the cheapest options for getting rid of an appliance is doing it yourself. But this is not always easy or even doable. Let’s talk about three major cons of doing it yourself. First and foremost, there is the size and weight of the appliance. Lifting a refrigerator is not easy. It can be dangerous without the right equipment and can even destroy your property if you are not careful. You also will need to have the right vehicle to transport it. If you do not have a truck that can carry that freezer or fridge, you will need to borrow or rent one. Additionally, there are environmental concerns and regulations to consider. 

Can You Throw Out A Refridgerator? 

Depending on where you live, it might not be legal to simply drop off a refrigerator at a local dump. This is because many refrigerators, air conditioners, freezers, and other appliances use CFC gases to keep food cold. CFC gasses can be dangerous if left in the environment, so many states have rules about their disposal. There may be unforeseen costs when you try to drop off a large appliance like a fridge or freezer at a disposal facility. 

Should I Hire A Junk Remover? 

If you do not have the car/truck needed to remove an appliance, if the cost of driving to the disposal facility is too high, or if the process is inconvenient, you might want to consider hiring a junk removal company. They can quickly and efficiently come by, pick up the garbage, and handle the hassle of transporting it and properly disposing of it. Junk removal companies usually set up a pick-up time where they quickly come to your home, move the appliance, and then it’s done right then and there. If you are looking for the most convenient way to get rid of junk appliances, you can’t go wrong with a junk removal company. 

Get Rid Of Old Appliances with Elite Services

If you live in Massachusetts and are looking to get rid of an old appliance like a freezer, refrigerator, air conditioner, or other appliance, please give Elite Services Junk Removal and Demolition a call or fill out our online contact form. We provide free estimates for junk removal services!

Get The Facts About Compulsive Hoarding Behavior

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Over the course of a lifetime, it is natural to collect a variety of trinkets, keepsakes, and odds and ends that start to fill up your home. Many items we keep contain memories, sentimental value, or and can even become collector’s items with historical value. However, collecting too many things to the point of absolute clutter in a space may be a sign of compulsive hoarding behavior. Here are the facts that you should be aware if you suspect that you or someone in your life suffers from compulsive hoarding behavior.

Compulsive hoarding must include each of the three following conditions:

  • An individual retains many items, including items that appear to be useless or of little value to most people
  • The items kept create significant clutter in living spaces to the point where the individual cannot use their living spaces in a reasonable way
  • The items kept cause distress or issues in day-to-day activities

It is important to note that hoarding is different from collecting because in hoarding, individuals typically do not display their items proudly in an organized fashion, but instead collects the items in a disorderly way that creates significant clutter in living spaces.

Symptoms of compulsive hoarding behavior include:

  • Signficant difficulty in disposing of items
  • A pronounced amount of clutter in the office, home, car, or other spaces that impedes the ability to use furniture, appliances, or regular walkways
  • Losing important items in the clutter
  • Feeling overwhelmed by the volume of items that have “taken over” living spaces
  • Difficulty resisting acceptance of “free” items, even if the items are clearly useless or excessive
  • Buying unneeded items because they are a good deal or to stock up
  • Avoiding friends and family due to embarrassment about living space

Here are recommended guidelines that can help someone with compulsive hoarding behavior:

  • Have respect for the individual’s right to make their own decisions about their items at their own pace.
  • Try to sympathize with the individual and understand the importance of his or her items to him or herself as you develop a plan together to reduce the clutter.
  • Encourage the individual to come up with ideas to make their home into a safer and more ideal living environment.
  • Team up with the individual to offer collaborative solutions to motivate the individual to discard or organize.
  • Help the individual recognize that hoarding interferes with their goals or values in life.
  • Maintain trust by always asking before eliminating an item.

For helping recovering hoarders who are ready to de-clutter to improve their living situation, contact Elite Services Junk Removal for a free estimate today.

Tips to Clean Out and Organize Your Garage

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With winter fast approaching, now might be the perfect time to try and declutter the garage, and get rid of anything you don’t use. To get as much done as possible, be sure to clean out and throw away items before you start your organization. To ensure a cleaner garage, be sure to follow the steps below.

  • Ask yourself when was the last time you used it? If the answer is more than a year ago, throw it out.
  • For any items that you believe you can get some value for, consider a garage sale or posting your items online to sell. It doesn’t hurt to see who might be interested in what you no longer have any use for, and any extra cash flow is always beneficial.
  • Make three piles of donation, trash, and what you are keeping.
  • Be sure to have a structured system including shelving, if it doesn’t already exist. This is a real space saver as you can put things on the wall instead of overstuffing your drawers.
  • Having bins where more items can be stored will help declutter and to become more organized. Introduce a color-coded system to make certain items easier to find, such as: tools, Christmas ornaments, etc. Make sure to clearly label the container.
  • Review your items to make sure you are not getting rid of anything you may need, and vice versa.
  • Once you have established all your categories, and you know what you no longer need, contact us to finalize your clean up!

We offer a variety of services such as furniture removal,  yard clean-up, and appliance removal, and would love to help make your life hoard-free.

For more information about how Elite Services can help you out, feel free to fill out our online contact form or give us a call at 978-317-5388.

TV Disposal & Removal

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Get rid of your old unused TV! Whether you have just upgraded to a brand new flat screen TV or your old Television has been sitting in your garage for months, we will take care of it. Almost every home has an old box TV that is collecting dust. They are large, they weigh alot, and can cause your body harm.  At Elite Service Junk Removal, we remove your appliances and recycle everything. 

TV disposal needs to be taken seriously because they contain a fair amount of dangerous chemicals. An improper disposal of your Television could be at risk to pollute the environment. You wont have to touch that big honking TV ever again because we will do all the heavy lifting. 

If you have an old TV that is taking up space, just pick up the phone and call Elite Services. We are located in Swampscott, MA help customers all across the North Shore. Fill out a contact form, or give us a call at 978-317-5388 for more information.