Junk removal service · Alameda, CA · reviewed since 2021
iHow 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 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 99Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#23 of 62 furniture removal servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 64%
5.0★★★★★268 Google reviews · 24 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate the Alameda-based junk removal service five stars based on 268 reviews, with the owner responding to 85% of feedback. Customers frequently cite punctuality, efficient hauling, and reasonable pricing for tasks like property cleanouts and furniture removal. One low-star review mentions a dispute over service resolution and perceived rudeness, though this isolated complaint contrasts with the widespread praise for professional communication and quick turnaround times.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 268 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 267 Google reviews (253 with written comments, 22 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 85% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 19, 2026.
Service: Furniture Removal Service serving Alameda, California.
Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.
Score profile vs other furniture removal services
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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: craft & service and value; weakest: reliability.
This companyFurniture Removal Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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.Bay Area Wide Hauling & Junk Removal: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
99
ReliabilityiReliability · 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.Bay Area Wide Hauling & Junk Removal: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
99
Craft & serviceiCraft & 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.Bay Area Wide Hauling & Junk Removal: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
ValueiValue · 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.Bay Area Wide Hauling & Junk Removal: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · 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.Bay Area Wide Hauling & Junk Removal: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 79.–
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Star ratings
267 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars266100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star10%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 253 written reviews
99%praise
Praise68399%
Complaints41%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Speed & response19128%
Staff & attitude15823%
Price & value11016%
Would recommend9714%
Quality & results7010%
Communication396%
Honesty & trust223%
What customers talk about
We read 253 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Lamar and his team were fast, efficient, pleasant, and very professional.”
“Bay Area Wide hauling is a professional business, timely, reasonable and fast!”
“He got my request done efficiently and was affordable.”
“I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for reliable, professional hauling services.”
“They did an amazing job on my backyard I had some things back there for months that needed to be hauled away.”
“This was the worst experience I've ever encountered in regards to dealing with certain items even when miscommunication happened, the situation still…”
“For my consultation, he listened and developed a plan that worked for my situation.”
“A great resource for real estate professionals looking for reliable hauling services.”
People customers mention
Lamar60 reviews
Quick3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Bay Area Wide Hauling & Junk Removal for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Future1 reviewiTotal 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. · 5 days ago★★★★★
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Excellent service from start to finish! Lamar and his team were fast, efficient, pleasant, and very professional. They made the entire hauling process smooth and stress-free, and I truly appreciated their friendly attitude and hard work. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for reliable,…
Shay4 reviewsiTotal 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 weeks ago★★★★★
Bay Area Wide hauling is a professional business, timely, reasonable and fast! They did an amazing job on my backyard I had some things back there for months that needed to be hauled away. I gave them a call and within minutes I had an appointment and when they came not only were they on time they actually came…
Mark2 reviewsiTotal 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 weeks ago★★★★★
These guys are great! Had them demo an old 10x12 shed and haul it away. Reasonable price and they made quick work of it. Highly recommend!
Paulo7 reviewsiTotal 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 weeks ago★★★★★
I have used Mr. Lamar's services on 3 separate occasions in order to prepare a property for sale. All three times have been nothing but utmost professional service:
On-time
Efficient
Careful with property
Competitive rates
Michelle4 reviewsiTotal 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 weeks ago★★★★★
Great experience with BayArea Hauling! Scheduling was quick and easy, and the team did an excellent job. They were professional, efficient, and made the entire process hassle-free. A great resource for real estate professionals looking for reliable hauling services. I highly recommend them and would definitely use them again!
Rowena10 reviewsiTotal 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 month ago★★★★★
Someone laid a mattress in the doorway of my building. I called Lamar and he was able to dispose of it the same day I called. I was so relieved. I thank him for his prompt service and I can now have peace.
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Excellent service from start to finish! Lamar and his team were fast, efficient, pleasant, and very professional. They made the entire hauling process smooth and stress-free, and I truly appreciated their friendly attitude and hard work. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for reliable, professional hauling services. I would definitely use them again!
Response from the owner · 5 days ago
Thank you for the 5 Star Review! It was a pleasure working with you, and I’m glad we could make everything go smoothly. We appreciate you choosing us and look forward to helping you out again in the future!
Shay Jones4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Shay has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Bay Area Wide hauling is a professional business, timely, reasonable and fast! They did an amazing job on my backyard I had some things back there for months that needed to be hauled away. I gave them a call and within minutes I had an appointment and when they came not only were they on time they actually came early and I appreciate them! I would definitely use their services again.
Response from the owner · a week ago
Thank you for the great review! We appreciate you trusting us with your backyard cleanup. We take pride in being on time, working efficiently, and providing quality service at a fair price. It was a pleasure helping you out, and we look forward to working with you again!
Mark Davis2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Mark has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
These guys are great! Had them demo an old 10x12 shed and haul it away. Reasonable price and they made quick work of it. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner · a week ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a great review! We appreciate the opportunity to handle your shed demolition and removal. Glad to hear you were satisfied with our work and pricing. We truly appreciate your business and recommendation!
Paulo Dimagiba7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Paulo has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I have used Mr. Lamar's services on 3 separate occasions in order to prepare a property for sale. All three times have been nothing but utmost professional service:
On-time
Efficient
Careful with property
Competitive rates
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Thank you so much for trusting us on three separate occasions. We truly appreciate your continued support and are glad we could help get the property ready for sale each time. Being on time, efficient, careful with the property, and providing fair pricing is exactly what we strive for. We appreciate your business and look forward to helping you again whenever you need us.
Michelle Goudeaux4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Michelle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great experience with BayArea Hauling! Scheduling was quick and easy, and the team did an excellent job. They were professional, efficient, and made the entire process hassle-free. A great resource for real estate professionals looking for reliable hauling services. I highly recommend them and would definitely use them again!
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re glad we could make everything quick, easy, and stress-free for you. We really appreciate the recommendation and look forward to helping you again anytime you need hauling or junk removal.
Rowena Kendall10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Rowena has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Someone laid a mattress in the doorway of my building. I called Lamar and he was able to dispose of it the same day I called. I was so relieved. I thank him for his prompt service and I can now have peace.
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! I’m glad I was able to get out there the same day and take care of the mattress for you. We truly appreciate you trusting Bay Area Wide Hauling & Junk Removal!
Will JLocal Guide · 191 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Will has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Needed a couch picked up and Lamar was able to give me a competitive quote in 10 minutes and came to pick it up not even 24 hours later. Professional, friendly, prompt, and reliable. We'd definitely use his service again.
Simba1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Simba has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My experience was a 5 out of 5!! They were fast and efficient! Please call them for your next haul!
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you for the 5 Star Review! We greatly appreciate it. Remember, the next time you need a haul. Make sure to give us a call - No worries, WE GOT IT! 🚚
Tiana S4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Tiana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
They did such an amazing job. They were able to get everything removed, very professional. I would absolutely hire them again for any future junk removal needs. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner · a month ago
Really appreciate you taking the time to leave this review. It was a pleasure helping you get everything cleared out, and I’m glad you were happy with how we handled the job. Recommendations like this mean a lot to us. If you ever have another cleanout or just a few things that need to go, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’d be more than happy to take care of you.
Monique Ifaye9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Monique has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Lamar is very professional. He works quickly and efficiently. For my consultation, he listened and developed a plan that worked for my situation. After calling several business, I FINALLY found the best team to solve my junk removal problem. Stop looking and BOOK Bay Area Wide Hauling & Junk Removal TODAY. You won’t regret it!
Response from the owner · a month ago
There’s nothing better than hearing that a customer searched around and felt confident they made the right call with us\. My goal is always to understand the situation first, then figure out the best way to handle the job\. Thank you for trusting me and my crew—we truly appreciate your business and your recommendation\!
