FAQ – Kraken Junk Removal in El Cajon, CA

We remove almost any non-hazardous items from your home, office, yard, or job site. Common items we haul away include:

• Furniture (sofas, dressers, mattresses)

• Appliances (refrigerators, stoves, washers/dryers)

• Yard waste (branches, clippings, dirt, outdoor furniture)

• Electronics (TVs, computers, monitors)

• Construction debris (wood, drywall, tile)

• Hot tubs, sheds, and swing sets

• Office junk (desks, filing cabinets, cubicles)

• General household clutter and garage junk

If you’re unsure whether we’ll take a specific item, just give us a call. If it’s not hazardous and it can be lifted by two crew members, chances are we’ll haul it.

For safety and legal reasons, we do not accept hazardous or biohazardous waste. These include:

• Paint, oil, or solvents

• Gasoline or fuel tanks

• Pesticides or herbicides

• Asbestos

• Medical waste

• Pressurized containers

• Chemicals or industrial waste

If you have these materials, we recommend contacting a hazardous waste disposal facility in El Cajon or San Diego County for safe disposal options.

Scheduling with Kraken Junk Removal is simple:

• 📞 Call us directly for immediate service or questions

• 💬 Text us photos of your junk for a fast quote

• 🖥️ Use our online booking form 24/7 at https://www.krakenjunkremovers.com/

We offer same-day and next-day appointments based on availability. Once you schedule a time, our crew will arrive promptly within your chosen time window.

Not always! While we prefer that someone is on-site to confirm the items to be removed, we can also handle contactless pickups if:

• We have access to the items (garage, curb, driveway, etc.)
  
  

• You provide clear instructions and photos

• Payment is handled digitally in advance

This is especially convenient for busy professionals, landlords, or out-of-town property owners.

Our pricing is based on:

• Volume of junk (how much space it takes in our truck)

• Type of material (heavy debris like concrete may cost more)

• Labor involved (stair carry, disassembly, etc.)

• Accessibility (distance from truck, special handling)

We offer free, no-obligation on-site estimates. You'll always get a firm price before we start any work—no hidden fees or surprises.

Yes, we do! If you contact us early enough in the day, we can often dispatch a crew for same-day junk removal anywhere in El Cajon. This is perfect for:

• Move-outs or last-minute cleanups

• Landlord or property management needs

• Emergency construction or yard debris removal

Call now to check availability!

We accept the following payment options:

• Cash

• Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, AmEx, Discover)

• Venmo / Zelle / Cash App (for digital convenience)

• Business checks (for commercial clients)

All payments are processed after the job is complete, unless arranged ahead of time for remote/curbside pickups.

We’re committed to sustainable practices and reducing landfill waste. Here’s how:

• We donate usable items (furniture, clothing, appliances) to local charities.

• We recycle materials like metal, cardboard, electronics, and more.

• We partner with certified recycling centers and donation partners in the El Cajon area.

• We avoid unnecessary dumping and dispose only as a last resort.

Our goal is to keep as much junk out of the landfill as possible—and help the community in the process.

Absolutely. We specialize in demolition cleanup services, including:

• Post-renovation debris removal

• Demolished walls, floors, or ceilings

• Broken concrete or tile

• Hauling away construction materials, tools, and more

Whether you’re a contractor, homeowner, or investor, our team can help keep your site clean, safe, and ready for the next step.

Yes! We work with businesses all over El Cajon and nearby areas. Our commercial junk removal includes:

• Office cleanouts and furniture removal

• Retail junk disposal and shelving tear-down

• Property management turnovers

• Restaurant and warehouse junk removal

• Construction site debris removal

We offer flexible scheduling to minimize disruptions to your operation, and we can even set up recurring pickups for businesses that generate regular waste.

Our junk removal trucks are 12–15 cubic yards in volume—about the size of 6 pickup trucks. This allows us to handle:

• Large cleanouts

• Bulk furniture pickups

• Renovation debris

• Full storage units or hoarding situations

We’ll estimate how much space your junk will fill and charge accordingly. If it’s more than one load, we’ll let you know before we start.

After we load your items, we sort them at our facility:

• Reusable items go to local donation centers.

• Recyclables are delivered to the appropriate recycling partners.

• Non-recyclable waste is responsibly disposed of at certified facilities.

You can feel good knowing your junk won’t just go to waste—we do everything possible to give items a second life.

Yes! Our crew always performs a final sweep of the area before leaving. We pride ourselves on leaving your space clean, clear, and ready to use. Whether it’s a backyard, garage, office, or demo site, you won’t be left with dust or debris.

Absolutely. Kraken Junk Removal is fully licensed and insured for your peace of mind. Whether you’re a homeowner, a landlord, or a business, you can feel confident knowing that you're protected in the rare event of an accident or damage.

While we're based in El Cajon, CA, we proudly serve:

• La Mesa

• Santee

• Lakeside

• Spring Valley

• San Diego (East County & nearby communities)

• Rancho San Diego

• Alpine

• Lemon Grove

• Surrounding neighborhoods

Not sure if we service your area? Just give us a call—we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.

If this FAQ didn’t answer everything, we’re happy to help. Just call, text, or message us and one of our friendly team members will walk you through our process.

📞 Call Kraken Junk Removal Today
💬 Text Us Your Questions or Junk Photos for a Quick Estimate
🖥️ Visit Our Website to Book or Chat Online

When it comes to junk removal in El Cajon, no one does it better than Kraken Junk Removal. Let’s haul it all—together.