It has been said that one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. That is true of the fast-growing junk removal industry, which turns unwanted items from homes and businesses into opportunities for entrepreneurs.
With this industry valued at $10 billion annually in the U.S., a junk removal business that operates efficiently and effectively is available for the industrious businessman eager to turn garbage into gold, and there are proven franchises ready to assist them in achieving their personal and professional goals.
Why the Junk Removal Industry Is Booming
The U.S. as a nation produces a lot of junk, and junk removal services can capitalize on it. With the average American producing 4.5 pounds of waste each day, over 350 million tons of trash are created each year. The U.S. only comprises 5% of the world’s population yet generates 40% of the world’s waste. Based on these statistics, business opportunities for decluttering homes and commercial enterprises are plentiful.
Regardless of the economic status of a business or homeowner, Americans accumulate and will accumulate significant piles of junk every year. And it all must be removed.
On top of that, there is also a growing worldwide push to minimize the earth’s carbon footprint and preserve vital natural resources, which makes responsible junk disposal and recycling even more of a priority. It’s not only cool to be green, but also responsible and expected of companies and homeowners today.
How to Start a Junk Removal Business with Junk King®
Like any successful business, it is not enough to have a great product or service. Successful owners must build a team, develop a strategic operating plan, and execute an efficient, well-run system. Here are some first steps to consider when starting such a business.
Step 1: Identify your potential customer base. This involves extensive market demand research in your area. Fortunately, the internet has lots of resources with comprehensive and detailed demographic information at your fingertips. Online, you can search not only for large and dense population areas you could serve but also help you avoid areas that will be less profitable.
Step 2: Understand the industry opportunity and your potential costs. It is critical that you learn the dynamics of the industry and its opportunities and costs before you run full speed ahead. You do this by learning from those that have experience or have “been there before” – or you’ll be making costly mistakes and errors that could have been avoided. Companies like Neighborly, the world leader in home service franchising, give you a clear picture of what ownership and franchise options are available and what the estimated initial investment requirements are.
Step 3: Training and Support. Tapping into the knowledge and wisdom of successful franchisors like Neighborly and Junk King® can save you significant time, energy, money, and other resources that, if not preserved wisely, can make business success difficult. Neighborly provides the training and support of its franchise business owners to launch successfully, keep humming, and expand in the future. As Junk King Franchise Owner of The Year, Ed Stripay, says:
“The fact that I have 120 franchise owners who are helping me achieve one goal, that is more than any football team, baseball team – the support is unparalleled”
Step 4: Get started. After you’re ready and set to start your business, it’s time to put your plans in motion. Most franchise owners can start serving customers almost immediately with Neighborly’s proven systems. Of course, there will be bumps and detours along the way, but your chance of success is increased if you have the help and advice of those who have traveled the road before you and navigated it successfully.
What Sets Junk King Apart in Junk Removal Franchises
One of the primary reasons Neighborly leads the world in home services franchising is its commitment to its franchise owners and their success.
Junk King offers an incredible opportunity for prospective owners to benefit from the training, systems, support, and operational scale that Neighborly provides. It features a national call center, proprietary Junkware software program, state-of-the-art review, and referral platform that measures 10 customer service metrics for every job. Franchise owners also have access to mobile invoicing, a turnkey marketing program, and personalized support in operations, finance, and business development.
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So, is a junk removal business right for you? It absolutely can be if you have the correct knowledge of its operations and required costs, have the management skills and work ethic to succeed, and have support and training from industry professionals, like at Neighborly and Junk King.
Download our free Junk King Franchise Ownership Guide and find out today how you can turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality with Junk King. Start turning other people’s unwanted clutter into a lucrative and rewarding venture!
