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📋 Preparation Tips

Get Ready for Your Service - Save Time & Money

Why Preparation Matters

A little preparation goes a long way in making your service faster, more efficient, and more cost-effective.

Save Time

Preparation can cut service time in half, getting you back to your day faster.

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Save Money

Less time on-site means lower costs for you.

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Better Service

Clear preparation helps us provide the exact service you need.

Essential Preparation Steps

🗂️ Sort Your Items

  • ✓ Separate items you want to keep
  • ✓ Group items for donation
  • ✓ Identify items for disposal
  • ✓ Remove valuable or sentimental items
  • ✓ Take photos of anything important

📦 Package & Organize

  • ✓ Bag loose items when possible
  • ✓ Empty drawers and cabinets
  • ✓ Consolidate small items
  • ✓ Label boxes clearly
  • ✓ Group similar items together

🚪 Clear Access

  • ✓ Clear pathways to items
  • ✓ Move cars from driveway/garage
  • ✓ Open doors and gates
  • ✓ Remove obstacles from stairs
  • ✓ Protect floors if needed

📋 Be Ready

  • ✓ Be present during service
  • ✓ Have payment method ready
  • ✓ Point out any fragile items
  • ✓ Mention any special concerns
  • ✓ Ask questions upfront

Service-Specific Preparation

🛋️ Junk Removal Prep

  • • Point out what stays vs. goes
  • • Empty appliances completely
  • • Remove personal items from furniture
  • • Gather items in central location
  • • Note any heavy or awkward items

🔨 Demolition Prep

  • • Turn off utilities to area
  • • Clear surrounding areas
  • • Remove any items you want to save
  • • Identify any hazardous materials
  • • Secure permits if required

🏠 Estate Cleanout Prep

  • • Complete legal requirements first
  • • Remove family heirlooms
  • • Gather important documents
  • • Coordinate with family members
  • • Consider donation preferences

📦 Garage Cleanout Prep

  • • Move vehicles out completely
  • • Sort through storage boxes
  • • Identify seasonal items to keep
  • • Check for hazardous materials
  • • Clear workbench areas

🏗️ Construction Cleanup

  • • Separate material types
  • • Note any reusable materials
  • • Clear work area completely
  • • Identify hazardous materials
  • • Coordinate with contractors

🛁 Hot Tub Removal Prep

  • • Drain completely (we can help)
  • • Disconnect all electrical
  • • Clear path for removal
  • • Remove spa covers/accessories
  • • Check gate/fence clearances

⚠️ What NOT to Do

❌ Avoid These Mistakes:

  • • Don't wait until the last minute to prep
  • • Don't mix hazardous materials with regular items
  • • Don't leave valuable items mixed in
  • • Don't block access with cars or equipment
  • • Don't pack items in hard-to-carry containers

🚫 Safety Don'ts:

  • • Don't attempt to move heavy items yourself
  • • Don't disconnect utilities unless qualified
  • • Don't mix cleaning chemicals
  • • Don't leave sharp objects exposed
  • • Don't rush the preparation process

📅 Day of Service

What to Expect:

When We Arrive:

  • ✓ We'll introduce ourselves
  • ✓ Review the scope of work
  • ✓ Provide final pricing
  • ✓ Answer any questions
  • ✓ Begin work once approved

During Service:

  • ✓ Work efficiently and carefully
  • ✓ Keep you informed of progress
  • ✓ Handle items with respect
  • ✓ Clean up work areas
  • ✓ Complete final walkthrough

Ready to Get Started?

Questions about preparation? We're here to help you get ready for the best possible service!