My Journey from Project Manager to Junk Removal Business Owner

When I left my job as a project manager in the construction and property maintenance industry, I didn’t immediately plan to start a junk removal company.

But what I did know was this:

• I wanted to build something real.

• I wanted to create a service that helped people.

• And I wanted to do it the right way — licensed, insured, five-star rated.

That’s how Corona Junk Removal & Property Maintenance was born.

The Early Days: Hustle, Mistakes, and Learning on the Job

Like a lot of entrepreneurs, I started with just a truck and a trailer.

No SEO. No podcast. No automation. Just grit.

We took every job we could — garages, evictions, hot tub removals, yard cleanups. We worked in 100° heat. We cleaned up after hoarders. We dumped legally, paid the fees, and figured it out job by job.

And slowly, people started talking.

They liked that we showed up clean and professional. They liked that we answered our phones. They liked that we didn’t flake.

That’s when I realized — junk removal isn’t just about hauling trash. It’s about showing up for people.

Building a Real Business: Systems, Trust, and Community

Over time, I built a brand — not just a hustle.

We got licensed. Got insured. Built a system. Created workflows. Started optimizing for Google. Created a CRM. Wrapped our truck. Branded our uniforms.

We started getting referrals from realtors, property managers, and contractors who needed a team they could trust.

We didn’t just haul junk — we solved problems.

• For homeowners stressed by clutter

• For landlords who needed units turned fast

• For contractors with tight demo timelines

• For realtors who needed junk gone yesterday

Who We Serve Today — and Why It Works

We now serve:

• Corona

• Norco

• Temescal Valley

• Lake Elsinore

• Murrieta

• Riverside County

And the reason our name keeps coming up is simple: We treat every job like it matters.

Because it does.

Why I Started The Junk Removal Show

I launched The Junk Removal Show to do three things:

1. Educate clients — homeowners, realtors, PMs — about what we really do

2. Document the journey — so other service pros see what it takes

3. Create content that shows we’re legit, local, and built for the long haul

This podcast isn’t fluff. It’s the real, behind-the-scenes stories, challenges, wins, and mindset shifts that got us here.

Final Takeaway

If you’re thinking about hiring a junk removal service — or even starting your own — just remember this:

It’s not about the trailer. It’s about the trust.

We’ve built ours job by job. Review by review. Referral by referral.

And if you’re in Corona, Norco, Temescal Valley, or anywhere in Riverside County — we’re here to help.

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