Why It’s Important to Remove Clutter

We don’t normally talk on serious subjects here at OC Junk Hauling but that’s because we like to keep it light and fun. Recently, though we had to work in a house that had made the owner miserable because of all of the dust, pollen, and mold from furniture she had kept too long.   Illness and allergies were plaguing the poor woman, and we were happy to help.  We were able to move the old furniture and beddings out of the house so that people could come in and clean.  Turns out this was the best thing that could have happened for her health.  Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from the accumulation of chemicals and indoor molds have been known to contribute to illness in humans.  As we move into cooler weather this type of repetitive sickness will intensify for a lot of homeowners.

The inability to open windows keeps a house stifled and decreases the air quality.  Indoor air quality is a huge factor in allergies for many people.  There are multiples reasons for poor air quality, but one of them is clutter. The more clutter, junk, and mess means the more VOCs and a greater chance of mold. Deep cleaning a home is very important when trying to improve the quality of your home and life.  Not only will you feel better, not only will the home look and smell better, but it will also be healthier.  You do not want to live in a home where VOCs and other allergens have accumulated, and mold can actually be deadly.

Even if you cannot see it, pet dander, dust and those allergens that come in on your clothing all can contribute negatively to your indoor air quality, and can lead to poor health and a miserable  cold and flu season.  We want to encourage people to regularly vacuum both carpets and furniture, as well as, move out those older pieces of furniture that you are no longer using.  You don’t want to allow this to accumulate all winter and watch your own health decline.

We’re here to help with moving and hauling. We can work in any type of environment and are used to semi-hazardous conditions. The goal is to get you a healthier home to live in and will work with you to get all the pieces put together.

Clutter is very easy to get rid of. It’s making the decision to let go that’s the hard part.

Look around. Are you surrounded by closets that are overflowing, drawers that won’t close fully. Do you have boxes in the garage that you haven’t opened in years or piles of outgrown toys and bicycles? It seems like you’re living in clutter.

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Nothing like getting rid of the clutter to find your inner OM! But what if you’re having a hard time deciding what you need to keep and what needs to go. Do you wish there was a checklist to make the task easier?

OC Junk Hauling has been helping Orange County residents with this for a very long time. We are a local, family owned business and we take the time to help you make your decision without any regrets. Here are some ways we help you decide what clutter needs to be disposed of:

1. Is it working?    It doesn’t work and can’t be fixed.
2. Upgrade to a newer model?     You bought the latest model but still keeping the old one
3. Planning on using it?    You realize that it’s working fine and all but still haven’t used it in ages.
4. Do you remember ever using it?    We’ve all been there. Bought something awesome but haven’t used it yet.
5. Does it have a story to tell?    You’re not emotionally tied to the item and can’t justify your reason to hold on to it.
6. Are you safe guarding a special occasion item?    You’re saving it for a Big Day but can’t foresee it anytime in the future.
7. Is your closet waiting for the 70’s to come back?     Neatly storing and saving your treasures.

Donate these items to your local community

Our family is very conscious of supporting our community and our business is too. We donate/recycle/reuse approximately 85% of the materials we remove. Our mission at OC Junk Hauling is to Donate, Recycle and Dispose and this is what we do. Some of the local charities we contribute to are:

• Human Options– Breaking the cycle of domestic violence
• Illumination Foundation– Breaking the cycle of homelessness using innovative, integrated care and a unique public/ private partnership.
• Laura’s House– Domestic violence center

One of the many benefits of hiring OC Junk Hauling is our aggressive recycling campaign. We recycle or donate whatever we can from your junk removal project. We are enthusiastic about recycling because it helps us provide our clients with the best prices and at the same time we can keep Orange County clean & beautiful.

Whenever possible, we donate usable furniture, clothing, household goods and other items to families in need. Call OC Junk Hauling at 949-424-9265 and support your local community while at the same time getting back your inner calm.

Clean Out The Junk Before The Baby Arrives

So you’re about to have a baby. Congratulations!  The next few years of your life will be both tiring and amazing.  Right now, however, it’s time to plan and prepare.  Right about now you’re thinking about baby space and your dream of what that space should look like. Here are some things to think about as you plan:

What room?

Are you converting a home office or spare bedroom? Choosing the room usually is dependent on two things: is it cheery and/or is it close to the master bedroom? Parents often want to have space close to their bedroom for newborns; it makes it easier during the long nights to go back and forth.  A lot of parents will pick the nursery based on the lighting. Who doesn’t want a cheerful space with lots of light? The choice is up to you but it should be a room that you can visualize yourself spending a lot of time in.

What color?

There’s always the traditional route of blue for boys, pink for girls, but today parents are mixing it up. Greens, purples, yellows, oranges—these are all great baby colors as well. The soft muted colors certainly look good, but newborns are attracted to bright colors so don’t be afraid to think wild reds, bold blues, and screaming yellows, either.

What furniture?

Is this going to be a delicate looking Victorian style baby room or are you going with more craftsman style furnishings?  Perhaps something modern like IKEA? Each of them has their own unique style that can be enhanced by decorations. Look at your room, think about the colors, and then pick your furniture.

Whatever else you will do, first things first, with any remodel you have to move everything out. Painting requires empty space and so does the room. You want to start fresh, not put baby furniture in with your old desks and dressers.  The furniture that is there can be donated or even, depending on what it is, repurposed and put back in.  What you want is to have the type of space that you can move around and work in and that means cleaning everything out before you start.  Remodeling a space for a new baby is no different than any other type of remodeling job.

This is an exciting time for you and we wish you the best of luck. When you’ve cleaned out the room you’re going to use for a nursery, contact us. Give us a call at 949-424-9265 or visit us at www.ocjunkhauling.com  and we’ll come to you right away to haul away all your junk.