What should you get rid of before moving?

Before moving, clear out anything you would not want to pay to move like worn-out or broken items. If you haven’t touched it in a year, lean toward tossing it.

Movers price by how much you haul. So every box and every piece of furniture you keep adds to the bill. If you pay professionals to relocate a couch you plan to replace, or to move boxes you never plan to unpack, you will ultimately be spending money when you don’t need to.

It helps to start by removing obvious junk first. Anything broken, stained, or worn-out can be tossed immediately. Look hard at large furniture that will not fit your new layout. Oversized pieces cost the most to move and usually just sit unused. Inspect anything stored in the garage or attic to find items that survived the previous move but still remain unused today.

Once you know what needs to go, you can clear the space fast with just one junk removal visit. The Junkluggers of Greater Dallas can help here. The crew is able to take the furniture, appliances, and clutter you are leaving behind. They’ll carry it out from any room so you only pack and pay to move what you truly want. And you won’t have to take anything to the curb first.

We sort what we collect so usable items are donated and rehomed whenever possible. For the items we are able to donate on your behalf, all applicable donation receipts will be provided. And if you’re in a hurry, ask about same-day and next-day service—it’s usually available.

Ready to cut the cost of your move? Schedule your pickup online. The Junkluggers of Greater Dallas serves Dallas, Richardson, Garland, Carrollton, Addison, Rowlett, Wylie, and University Park.