1-800 Got Junk is a franchise business that removes unwanted items from homes and businesses. It costs between $90,000-$150,000 to start a local 1-800 Got Junk franchise. The business employs managers, movers, and customer service representatives. While U-Haul is a main competitor, 1-800 Got Junk offers a unique full-service junk removal service. It was ranked #1 in its category in 2008 and 2007.

1. 1-800 Got Junk By Shane and Hari They take the junk you don’t want so you don’t have to

2. Start Up Costs It costs $90,000 - $150,000 to start a local 1-800 Junk Total Cash Required: about $90,000

3. Franchises There is a 1-800 Got Junk franchise in about 20 states in the United States and every province in Canada.

4. Competitors U-Haul is 1-800 Got Junk’s main competitor 1-800 is a one of a kind business that does not have many competitors besides local companies

5. Employees We will need a couple of people to be managers and about 10-15 people to move junk. We will also need a couple of people to receive calls.

6. Advertising

7. Rankings Ranked #1 in our category in 2008 and 2007 Featured on several shows such as Oprah, The Donny Duetsch Show, and CNN.

8. Services Full-service junk removal company. We'll remove almost anything – from old furniture and appliances to garden waste and renovation debris. Plus, we do all the loading and cleanup, wherever the items are – you don't even need to get it to the curb

9. Demographics Adults tend to have the most junk especially older adults who have a lot of old stuff in their attic or basement.