We all accumulate stuff. But how do you know when it's time to stop organizing and start removing? Here are five telltale signs that it's time to call in the professionals.
1. You Can't Park in Your Garage
The garage is meant for cars—but if yours has become a storage unit, you're not alone. When boxes, old furniture, and forgotten projects have taken over to the point where your car sits in the driveway (or worse, on the street), it's a clear sign you need help.
"I hadn't parked in my garage in three years. GoGo cleared it out in one afternoon, and now I actually use it for my car!" — Decatur homeowner
2. You're Tripping Over Things
When clutter becomes a safety hazard, it's gone too far. If you're navigating around piles, stepping over boxes, or worried about someone falling, the stuff has to go. This is especially important for homes with elderly family members or young children.
3. You're Paying for Storage You Never Visit
Here's a reality check: if you're paying $100+ per month for a storage unit you haven't visited in over a year, you're essentially paying to store things you've forgotten you own. A one-time junk removal fee is almost always cheaper than another year of storage rental.
Quick math: $100/month × 12 months = $1,200/year to store stuff you don't use. A full truckload removal? Around $620.
4. A Major Life Event Is Coming
Certain life events make decluttering essential:
- Moving – Why pay to move things you don't want?
- Selling your home – Buyers want to see space, not stuff
- Downsizing – Less space means less room for clutter
- New baby arriving – Time to convert that "junk room" into a nursery
- Renovating – Clear out before the contractors arrive
- Estate settlement – Clearing a loved one's belongings
If any of these apply to you, professional junk removal can save you time and stress during an already busy period.
5. The Thought of Doing It Yourself Is Overwhelming
You've been meaning to clean out the basement for months (or years). Every weekend, you think about it, then find something else to do. If the project feels too big to tackle alone, that's because it probably is.
Professional junk removal isn't just about having a truck—it's about having the manpower, experience, and motivation to get it done. What might take you multiple weekends, we can often finish in a few hours.
The Benefits of Calling a Pro
Still Not Sure?
Here's a simple test: Walk through your home and count the items you haven't used in the past year. If that number is in the dozens (or hundreds), it might be time to let go. Remember, that old treadmill isn't going to start using itself.
GoGo's Promise
We're a women-safe, friendly team that treats every home with respect. As a Black-owned business serving Metro Atlanta for 7+ years, we've helped hundreds of families reclaim their space. Same-day service available—call by noon and we can often be there today.