Junk Happens offers junk removal services and foreclosure clean-ups to residential and commercial customers. We do all the loading, clean-up, and dumping of your unwanted junk. 100% of your junk is recycled, donated or converted into energy. None of your junk is going to end up in a landfill. We pride ourselves in delivering outstanding customer service and enjoy exceeding our client’s expectations on every job, big or small. When using the message center please provide a best phone number for the best customer service!
The guys did a great job and carted off everything we wanted them to take. Quick, easy, and punctual.
Description of Work: The deal was for hauling off a quarter truck-load of any acceptable trash from our residence.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$89
Catherine S.
11/2012
5.0
hauling services
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Once we bought the coupon, they contacted me via email and phone to set up a time. It was very easy. The guys who hauled the stuff were on time and were fast packing up our junk.
Description of Work: I used a big deal coupon to get some stuff hauled our of our garage. They were great about scheduling and communicating with us about changing our pick up time.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$89
Joshua C.
11/2012
5.0
garbage collection, hauling services
 + 0 more
Junk Happens showed up on time and asked me to direct them to what needed to be hauled. After reviewing the three piles, they quickly got to work. Once they were finished, they went over the numbers, kindly asked if I was satisfied and then asked for payment, instead of the other way around. They were fast, thorough and cleaned up where they made a mess. I'd have these folks out anytime. They were a part of Angie's 'big deal' and were worth every penny.
Description of Work: Needed unwanted construction, landscaping and yard waste removed from separate areas on the property.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
Katherine G.
11/2012
5.0
garbage collection, hauling services
 + 0 more
Couldn't have asked for a better experience. Professionalism deserves an A+ I'd use them again and recommend them to others without any qualms.
Description of Work: I am the music director at my church and had an old organ to get rid of. I contacted Junk Happens and had a TERRIFIC experience. Because this was for my church, I had a variety of questions. I completed an online form and was contacted the next business day. Chris answered all my questions and was able to schedule a team for me at a time that was convenient. Bob and Dave came within the 30-minute timeframe that was provided. They were very professional -- both in manner and appearance. Others from the church had spoken with me about other junk that was lying around and I included it within my order (so the price changed from that originally quoted but I expected that). Bob and Dave went to the Fireside Room for the organ, the sacristy for the refrigerator and the mission house for stuff in the basement and the first floor. Huzzah and Hurrah! Our junk disappeared at a very reasonable price.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$165
Alissa G.
11/2012
5.0
hauling services
 + -1 more
When they came out they were very cordial and prompt. They were not able to take the items that I had within the Big Deal. They were able to help me through the refund process and were very professional about it. They have even followed up with me to ensure the refund was completed.
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal from them for "$89 for Hauling/Junk Removal!"
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Mike K.
11/2012
5.0
hauling services
 + -1 more
Two man crew came on-time, were courtious, handled job very well. Took off one door. Job took about 10 minutes and they were done. Well done - would use again.
Description of Work: Used an Angie's List coupon for a 1/4 truck (4.5 cubic yd) load. They took 2 medium size stuffed chairs, 4 drawer file cabinet, bookcase, and old dehumidifier.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$146
Charles H.
11/2012
1.0
garbage collection
 + -1 more
Still waiting to hear from the company.
Description of Work: Still waiting for company to contact me regarding a date to perform the service I've already paid for.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$89
Response from Junk Happens
Hello, We only service the Twin Cities and sounding suburbs.
NITA B.
11/2012
5.0
hauling services
 + -1 more
I found Junk Happens on Angies. I contacted them via their website as my home looked outside the service territory. Chris replied promptly and was happy to come out my way. I booked online, picking a date/time two days out. I got a prompt reply confirming my requested time. On the day of delivery, the truck arrived a few minutes early (a plus in my mind). I was initially concerned because one person arrived, and I had two items that were quite heavy (desk and large wood table) that I thought would require two people. But he had absolutely no problems moving these and all the items. He was very professional and pleasant, asking about my coupon, should he remove his shoes and the best route to take the items out of the house. It took 15 minutes for him to load the truck. I used my Angie's coupon, and I am very pleased with the service. I will recommend them to others.
Description of Work: I had some furniture, empty boxes and small trash items to throw away.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$165
JoAnne K.
11/2012
5.0
hauling services
 + -1 more
The lady who scheduled the pick up as extremely friendly. She worked us into the schedule with no problem. The gentleman who came and picked up the junk was very professional. He was here right on time, he loaded everything up, and he even swept up the area where the pile of junk was. Excellent Service!!
Description of Work: We hired Junk Happens to pick up some misc. junk that we were getting rid of.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$90
Scott R.
10/2012
4.0
hauling services
 + -1 more
Purchased the service as an Angies' List Special Deal. The service provider did not respond iniitially within the 2-day window they are given. Furthermore, when I responded to the Angie's List follow-up e-mail (the one they send out 2 days after acceptance of a deal.......to verify you have heard from the service provider), Angies's List did not get back to me promptly either. Several days later I did hear back from both JUNK HAPPENS and Angie's List apologizing for the communication breakdown all the way around! Seems like JUNK HAPPENS never received the notification of my acceptance of the Deal thru the Angies's List system.....or they received it very late. It also seems that JUNK HAPPENS never received my personal e-mail asking about the status of my Deal. I am willing to write this off as one of those accidents that sometimes happen....
Description of Work: Purchased the service as an Angie's List Special Deal. The service provider did not respond initially within the 2-day limit. Angie's List was also very late in responding. Several communications have ensued and it seems there was an overall delay in everybody getting their information. I hope the Angie's List staff is sufficient to handle the volume of folks who are taking advantage of the "Deals". Especially since so many people identify timely communication as a key attribute in their ratings.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Charles K.
10/2012
2.0
hauling services
 + -1 more
Have not called me back cannot comment
Description of Work: Contacted once by phone (got answering machine) and I left message. Sent email next( no reply). I signed up for there $89 dollar angielist special but have not heard from them to set up an appointment. The only rating that currently applies is responsiveness The rating system forces you to make the other choices.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
5.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
2.0
$89
Response from Junk Happens
Hi Customer, Due to this issue being an Angie's list communication error and since we have taken care of your needs from what I have been told., please kindly update the rating of our company per the service you were given. I hope all went well and we do appreciate you as a customer. Chris our scheduler mentioned she talked with you and you were pleased with our service despite the communication/notification issue that took place due to an Angie list error. Unfortunatley a few customers were effected by this issue that was out of the control of Junk Happens. Thank you for your time.
James M.
09/2012
5.0
hauling services
 + -1 more
We were very pleased with their service. The removal guys were friendly and did great work. We are already using them again. Scheduler, Chris, is very responsive and helpful. We will gladly recommend them.
Description of Work: Removal of a full truck load of various items (junk) including some heavy furniture from a wet basement.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$550
Brad W.
08/2012
5.0
hauling services
 + -1 more
It went great. Both guys were prompt, professional and courteous. Definitely will use them again.
Description of Work: Junk pick up and haul away.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
KARI N.
07/2012
5.0
hauling services
 + -1 more
Scheuduled online for a $10.00 discount. Called to confirm appointment. Appointment had not gone through but they honored my request. We had garbage in everyroom. Half was bagged up, half was loose. We had everything imaginable. Items we couldn't sell or give away, they took. From paints, tools, mattresses, furniture, metal shelves, expired food storage etc. They filled one truck...dumped, they filled a second load...dumped and then came back for a third time for a final 1/2 load. Twelve years of "stuff" from raising six children and now "down sizing" I would have been in tears if not for Junk Happens and Bob and Dave. They were fast and still had a smile on their faces. Well worth the money.
Description of Work: Cleaned out 6 bedroom, 3 car garage 3,700 sq ft home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,512.56
JO H.
07/2012
5.0
garbage collection
 + -1 more
They were honest, prompt, and professional. For someone who hasn't done this before they were very patient and good listeners as well as good information providers.
Description of Work: I got an estimate for Junk Happens to remove some rubble.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$439
AMY V.
06/2012
5.0
hauling services
 + -1 more
Great people from the person who does the scheduling to the guys that showed up to haul the stuff from our house! Professional, friendly and hard working. Very competitive pricing from a local business which is nice to see. We will use them in them in the future for any junk hauling needs.
Description of Work: Hauled away 3 couches, 2 small entertainment centers, old filing cabinet and various items we couldn't give away or donate anywhere.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$285
VALERIE W.
06/2012
5.0
hauling services
 + -1 more
The workers were very pleasant and efficient. I would use them again and I highly recommend them. They did all of the labor.
Description of Work: They came with a big truck and removed all kinds of accumulated construction material. They also helped dismember a shed .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100
Matt W.
03/2012
1.0
hauling services
 + -1 more
I recently made a reservation with Junk Happens to pick up miscellaneous items from the basement of my building. I submitted my information via the company's website on approximately March 4 and requested a pickup between 8:00am and 10:00am on the morning of Thursday, March 15. I received prompt email confirmation of date and time from John Hengen (who I believe to be the owner) and Dave Kocemba, whose email I've copied below: "Hi Matthew, Thank you for booking with Junk Happens. We have you scheduled on March 15th from 8 - 10 am. We will call before we are in route. Thank you!" It is now nearly noon on March 15 and I have yet to hear from anyone at Junk Happens. I have attempted to contact John Hengen, but I have been unable to speak to him personally. He has not returned my messages. Given my experience with this company, I cannot recommend them.
Description of Work: I contacted the company to haul miscellaneous items from the basement of a condominium building. No work was performed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Ann V.
01/2012
5.0
garbage collection, hauling services
 + 0 more
I made an on-line appointment 2 days before collection. They called to confirm and determine how much stuff I had. They came at my ideal time within the window I gave them and quickly & efficiently removed some old cabinets, a roomful of old paint, stain, grout, drywall mix and other construction debris as well as a few misc items. All in all about 1/6 load of mostly hazmat materials.
Description of Work: Removed some old cabinets, humidifier, and a roomful (65 containers) of old paint, stain, grout, drywall mix and other construction debris as well as a few misc items. All in all about 1/6 load of mostly hazmat materials.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$230
Judi B.
12/2011
5.0
garbage collection
 + -1 more
I had all the boxes and packing trash ready to be loaded. I was given courteous and prompt service. I will be calling this company again.
Description of Work: Hauling away of boxes and trash from a recent move
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
Susan B.
12/2011
5.0
garbage collection, hauling services
 + 0 more
Showed up, loaded old TV on a cart, took apart the old cabinet and carried the pieces away. Loaded old desk chair and gas on truck. I helped, and got a 10% discount.
Description of Work: Right on time. I was a bit worried when only one guy came, but he had the tools and knowledge to haul away my old TV and cabinet. Recommended.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$170
Ann P.
12/2011
5.0
hauling services
 + -1 more
The two people who came - John and Dave - arrived exactly on time, discussed and gave an estimate we felt was very fair, honored our Angie's List coupon, as well as online booking fee, and then proceeded to haul away the junk efficiently and quickly. Some pieces of construction debris were too big to fit into our cars, so hauling it to the waste center would have been extremely challenging for us with our compact car. It has been a huge relief to have professionals quickly remove our junk with the right hauling truck and experience.
Description of Work: Removal of construction debris, moving/packing fill, various junk, and a few pieces of broken furniture.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$180
SA S.
09/2011
5.0
hauling services
 + -1 more
I have too much to do with too little to do it with!I had spotted one of these trucks near a recycling center, which gave me the impression that they really do recycle stuff. So I contacted them online and made the appointment to get the good stuff re-used and toss what needed to go. I was given a 2 hour window, but I called to ask if they could come a little later,as I was still at work. I left a message hoping they would get it before they left. I got a call back within the window, confirmed my address ( which was a good thing as they would have ended up in New Zealand). I was very pleased with the work D&D provided ( they both had the same first name..funny) anyway, I needed to get some stuff out of the basement, attic and garage. I showed the guys which was good and which was un-good. I was at the end of their day, but the guys were energetic, polite and nice! I will clean out the rest of the garage next year, so they'll be back!
Description of Work: Removed boxes of stuff from room-mates past, vacuum cleaner,window air-conditioner, book case, bookcase parts, parts of things, dining room table, exercise equipment and an old bulky television..that works!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$344
Pam W.
09/2011
4.0
hauling services, home & garage organization
 + 0 more
I made an appointment to have the service performed after talking on the phone to one fo the partner's in the co. to get a phone estimate, knowing it might not be terrbily accurate as the co. was not able to see the amount of stuff I had prior to doing the work. The appointed time we had set up came and no one showed up! I called and called and called the number of the guy I had spoken to and he never answered or returned my calls! After nearly 2 hours of waiting, I finally tracked down and called other numbers associated with the business and I was able to reach a partner who was very apologectic, said he did not know what had happened to his partner, but he could dispatch a truck as soon as possible. Though I was annoyed by the unprofessional behavior exhibited by his partner, I felt like I had to go ahead as I only had a few days left before my closing date on my house and I had no idea if I would be able to find another co. on such short notice. I also decided to give them the benefit of the doubt - I figured it was possible that something had happened to the partner that truly prevented him from turning up or contacting me - accidents happen, so I asked him to dispatch a truck as soon as he could. A truck showed up not too long after that (maybe an hour later?) and the two young men who staffed the truck were very fast, courteous, efficient, helpful, and pleasant to work with. They quickly had the place empty and ready to be cleaned. Ultimately the price was more than the phone quote, but I had a nearly full truck-load of stuff so I was okay with the price and I know doing an accurate phone quote for this type of service is pretty tough,. Upon reflection, I probably should have asked for a discount in consideration of the 3-4 hours I had to wait for a truck to get there and the unprofessional behavior of my initial contact at the co. on the day of service.
Description of Work: Removed all remaining items in my small 2 BR bungalow style home and garage post move out to ready for for sale - mainly from the front porch, basement, and garage.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
2.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$410
Sharon S.
07/2011
5.0
hauling services
 + -1 more
I contacted them online and received a confirmation of our appointment for the next day very quickly afterwards. They came promptly and were courteous and professional and personable. They estimated the cost of hauling first, then proceeded to complete the job. I had them back a few weeks later to remove a stack of old wall panels and furring strips from our basement. They were able to break the panels up as needed and carry out the pieces of furring strip in their own tubs. Again, they did a superior job, and I'd have them back for any other hauling needs.
Description of Work: Junk Happens cleared our basement of old cabinets and shelves and other miscellaneous items. They carried everything up the steep stairs and out to their truck in the alley.
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Service Categories
Hauling,
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FAQ
Junk Happens is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Junk Happens accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa