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1-800-GOT-JUNK? San Diego North

Junk removal service · Vista, CA · reviewed since 2016

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%99+62.9Reliability 28%99+28Replies to reviews 8%49+4Experts Score= 95Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.95SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#78 of 110 junk removal servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 29%
5.0 ★★★★★ 3,401 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0.1%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
33%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

1-800-GOT-JUNK? San Diego North at a glance

Customers frequently highlight the team's punctuality, professional demeanor, and efficient handling of various items, noting that pricing is often competitive compared to renting dumpsters. Recurring themes include quick service completion and clear communication regarding arrival times. However, some lower-rated reviews criticize the cost structure, describing charges as steep for small loads or noting that the minimum fee covers very few items, while others mention difficulties with scheduling or specific job limitations.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 3,401 reviews (99% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 3,401 Google reviews (3,215 with written comments, 70 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 33% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 27, 2026.
  • Service: Junk Removal serving Vista, California.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other junk removal services

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction99Reliability99Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews49Satisfaction: 99 (median 98)Reliability: 99 (median 98)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 49 (median 92)
This companyJunk Removal Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.1-800-GOT-JUNK? San Diego North: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
99
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.1-800-GOT-JUNK? San Diego North: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
99
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.1-800-GOT-JUNK? San Diego North: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.1-800-GOT-JUNK? San Diego North: 49/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.C
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Star ratings

3,401 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars3,37399%
  • 4 stars201%
  • 3 stars50%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star30%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 2,500 written reviews

  • Praise4,626100%
  • Complaints80%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Speed & response1,62935%
  • Staff & attitude1,38130%
  • Quality & results64314%
  • Would recommend50811%
  • Price & value2596%
  • Communication1734%
  • Honesty & trust411%

What customers talk about

We read 2,500 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “The team was polite and cleaned out my house quickly and efficiently.”
  • “Arrived on time, super professional and friendly, and gave us a fair price.”
  • “Mike and Tim did an exceptional job with our office clean out.”
    “I appreciate the timely arrival and concern about my personal items not being damaged.”
  • “Would highly recommend to anyone, and the price was cheaper than renting a dumpster and doing the work yourself.”
  • “Would recommend to anyone, and pricing was fair compared to other junk removal spots”
    “Quick call back, efficient and kind service, 2nd time using this company would recommend, kind of pricey but if you don’t know where to take it they will.”
  • “They are excellent in communicating with you the minute you set up the appointment.”
  • “I definitely appreciate the help and would recommend them to anyone looking for reliable service.”

People customers mention

  • Tim 473 reviews
  • Bob 266 reviews
  • Sebastian 213 reviews
  • Josh 207 reviews
  • Michael 105 reviews
  • Eddie 84 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

Ryan5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a day ago★★★★★

First time using the Got Junk Service and they were amazing. The team was polite and cleaned out my house quickly and efficiently. Would highly recommend to anyone, and the price was cheaper than renting a dumpster and doing the work yourself.

JuliannaLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a day ago★★★★★

I love using got junk to haul away all of my post moving stuff! They’re always very professional and super fast! Love this service so much!

Jill2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 days ago★★★★★

Mike & Justin were great! Arrived on time, super professional and friendly, and gave us a fair price.

Joseph3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 days ago★★★★★

Mike & Justin were very friendly and efficient. They showed up when they said they would and called to tell me they were on their way. All good 👍

Sue8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 days ago★★★★★

Kenny and Brett were on time, courteous and friendly. They removed a large sectional and heavy coffee table with ease and swiftly. Appreciated their work

Katie5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 days ago★★★★★

Matt and Justin R were tetris masters with all of our items that needed to g o! Definitely would hire them again!

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 3,401 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

Team members customers mention
Filter by topic — each topic is highlighted in the reviews in the same color
Ryan Sperry5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ryan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

First time using the Got Junk Service and they were amazing. The team was polite and cleaned out my house quickly and efficiently. Would highly recommend to anyone, and the price was cheaper than renting a dumpster and doing the work yourself.

Julianna KossLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Julianna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I love using got junk to haul away all of my post moving stuff! They’re always very professional and super fast! Love this service so much!

Jill Healy2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jill has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Mike & Justin were great! Arrived on time, super professional and friendly, and gave us a fair price.

Paul Cenna1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Paul has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Mike and Justin did all and more to help. Great service

Glenn Orris3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Glenn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Quick and easy. Thank you!

Joseph Rovai3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joseph has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Mike & Justin were very friendly and efficient. They showed up when they said they would and called to tell me they were on their way. All good 👍

Sue Bawale8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sue has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Kenny and Brett were on time, courteous and friendly. They removed a large sectional and heavy coffee table with ease and swiftly. Appreciated their work

Kirstin DeGeerLocal Guide · 8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kirstin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Fast and friendly service. Thank you!

Response from the owner · 2 days ago

Thank you! We're glad we could make the process quick and easy. We appreciate your support and hope to help you again in the future!

Katie Dunn5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Katie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Matt and Justin R were tetris masters with all of our items that needed to g o! Definitely would hire them again!

Response from the owner · 2 days ago

Love the "Tetris masters" comparison! 😄 Thank you for the great review. We're thrilled to hear Matt and Justin R made everything fit and got it all hauled away smoothly. We'll be sure to share your kind words with them. Thanks for choosing us, and we'd be happy to help again anytime!

Mattie Benningfield1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Mattie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Matt and Justin R were the absolute best!! They were so quick and helpful. They went above and beyond!!

Response from the owner · 2 days ago

Thank you for the amazing feedback! We're thrilled to hear Matt and Justin R went above and beyond for you. We'll make sure they see your kind words. Thanks for choosing us, and we're so glad we could make the job quick and easy!

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