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Check Mark Junk Removal

Waste management service · Athens-Clarke County, GA · reviewed since 2022

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 59%100+58.7Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%98+14.9Experts 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
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#24 of 110 junk removal servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 79%
5.0 ★★★★★ 179 Google reviews · 24 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%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.
82%reviews answered by the owner
Sep 2026latest review

Check Mark Junk Removal at a glance

Google reviewers for Check Mark Junk Removal in Athens-Clarke County highlight the company's strong communication, punctuality, and reasonable pricing. Customers frequently describe the team as professional and friendly, noting that they handle various tasks such as hauling large furniture, clearing debris, and removing tenant leftovers efficiently. The service often involves quick response times and flexible scheduling to accommodate specific needs, with clients appreciating the thorough cleanup and careful treatment of their property during the removal process.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 179 reviews (100% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 179 Google reviews (174 with written comments, 12 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 82% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: September 17, 2026.
  • Service: Junk Removal serving Athens-Clarke County, Georgia.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 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: satisfaction and momentum; weakest: value.

Satisfaction100Reliability99Craft & service–Value98Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 100 (median 98)Reliability: 99 (median 98)Value: 98 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Check Mark Junk RemovalJunk 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.Check Mark Junk Removal: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
100
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.Check Mark Junk Removal: 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.Check Mark Junk Removal: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
98
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.Check Mark Junk Removal: 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 92.–
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Star ratings

179 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars179100%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 174 written reviews

  • Praise464100%
  • Complaints00%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price457%
  • Reasonable343%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Speed & response10422%
  • Staff & attitude9721%
  • Would recommend8318%
  • Quality & results6414%
  • Price & value6013%
  • Communication286%
  • Honesty & trust286%

What customers talk about

We read 174 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “They were responsive, professional, friendly, and made everything so easy from start to finish.”
  • “Professional, thorough, friendly and very reasonable!”
  • “…hardworking, affordable, and actually cares about their customers, I highly recommend Check Mark Junk Removal.…”
  • “They provide great service without charging outrageous prices, which is getting harder and harder to find these days.”
  • “…ing for a junk removal company that is reliable, honest, hardworking, affordable, and actually cares about their customers, I highly recommend Check M…”
  • “Very communicative and was able to meet me at my cabin, as I live out of town.”
  • “Mark and his lovely wife are genuinely some of the nicest, most hardworking people you could ever meet.”

People customers mention

  • Jodi 6 reviews
  • Jody 3 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Check Mark Junk Removal for 3 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

KimLocal Guide · 54 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 month ago★★★★★

Great to work with. Very communicative and was able to meet me at my cabin, as I live out of town. Quick and friendly service would highly recommend.

House & garage cleanouts
Susan7 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 month ago★★★★★

Jodie and Mark were wonderful! Professional, thorough, friendly and very reasonable!

Great priceJunk removalFurniture removal
JoeLocal Guide · 25 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 month ago★★★★★

mark is the best. Quick follow-up. also checks in from time to time to see if we need anything. Very proactive

Nicole10 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 months ago★★★★★

Amazing experience with Check Mark! Very responsive, communicative, and prompt! Prices were great especially with the amount they hauled off for us! Highly recommend for any junk removal!

Great priceJunk removal
AidenLocal Guide · 79 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 months ago★★★★★

We really appreciate how the team went out of their way and modified their schedule to pick up a huge sectional couch that had been sitting in my garage for 3 weeks. Thank you again!

KevinLocal Guide · 14 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Mark and his son Bryce were great. They arrived on time, worked very hard, and treated our property with care. His pricing was fair and I would definitely recommend them. They had a good time with my father-in-law… Lol!

Reasonable priceJunk removal

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 179 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Kim JLocal Guide · 54 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kim has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great to work with. Very communicative and was able to meet me at my cabin, as I live out of town. Quick and friendly service would highly recommend.

  • Services: House & garage cleanouts
Taira Gods4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Taira has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I cannot say enough good things about Check Mark Junk Removal! From the very first conversation, their communication was absolutely amazing. They were responsive, professional, friendly, and made everything so easy from start to finish. Being a family-owned business really shows in the way they treat their customers. Mark and his lovely wife are genuinely some of the nicest, most hardworking people you could ever meet. They showed up quickly, got right to work, and took care of everything efficiently and professionally. And the best part? Their prices are AMAZING! They provide great service without charging outrageous prices, which is getting harder and harder to find these days. If you’re looking for a junk removal company that is reliable, honest, hardworking, affordable, and actually cares about their customers, I highly recommend Check Mark Junk Removal. You won’t just be hiring a company , you’ll be supporting a great local family and some truly wonderful human beings. Thank you, Check Mark Junk Removal, for making the whole process so easy! 5 stars all the way!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: House & garage cleanouts, Junk removal, Furniture removal
Clayton GibsonLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Clayton has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great company! Delivered exactly what I needed with awesome customer service!!

Susan Ayres Watson7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Susan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Jodie and Mark were wonderful! Professional, thorough, friendly and very reasonable!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Junk removal, Furniture removal
Joe Del SavioLocal Guide · 25 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joe has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

mark is the best. Quick follow-up. also checks in from time to time to see if we need anything. Very proactive

Nicole Harmon10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nicole has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Amazing experience with Check Mark! Very responsive, communicative, and prompt! Prices were great especially with the amount they hauled off for us! Highly recommend for any junk removal!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Junk removal
AidenLocal Guide · 79 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Aiden has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We really appreciate how the team went out of their way and modified their schedule to pick up a huge sectional couch that had been sitting in my garage for 3 weeks. Thank you again!

Kevin HooksLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kevin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Mark and his son Bryce were great. They arrived on time, worked very hard, and treated our property with care. His pricing was fair and I would definitely recommend them. They had a good time with my father-in-law… Lol!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Junk removal
GWENDOLYN HOOKS8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews GWENDOLYN has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had an excellent experience with Mark. Mark and his son showed up right on time. They were professional, courteous, and incredibly easy to work with. Mark’s communication was top-notch from start to finish. He answered all of my questions and always responded promptly, which made the entire process stress-free. I will definitely use them again and highly recommend.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Junk removal
Hannah Burroughs10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Hannah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I had an excellent experience with Check Mark Junk Removal service! From the moment I called, they were professional, responsive, and easy to work with. They arrived on time, worked quickly, and handled everything with care and efficiency. The team was friendly, respectful, and went above and beyond to make the entire process stress-free. They removed everything I needed without any hassle and left the area spotless when they were finished. Their pricing was great, and the quality of service exceeded my expectations. If you’re looking for a reliable, honest, and hardworking junk removal company, I highly recommend them. I will definitely use their services again! :)

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: House & garage cleanouts, Yard debris removal, Junk removal

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