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Junk King Columbus

Junk removal service · Grove City, OH · reviewed since 2010

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 55%89+48.5Reliability 24%89+21.6Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%35+2.5Craft & service penalty95−0.5Experts Score= 86Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.86SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#65 of 71 hauling servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 9%
4.9 ★★★★★ 2,376 Google reviews · 48 photos
93%five-star reviews
4.90★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.9%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.
48%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Junk King Columbus at a glance

Customers frequently praise the punctuality, professionalism, and physical effort of the crews handling furniture, debris, and heavy equipment removal. The service is noted for quick turnaround times and friendly communication during the job. However, recurring criticisms in lower-rated reviews focus on high pricing for small items and instances of missed appointments or unresponsive customer support when scheduling errors occur.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 2,376 reviews (93% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 2,375 Google reviews (1,688 with written comments, 62 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 48% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 24, 2026.
  • Service: Hauling Service serving Grove City, Ohio.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Score profile vs other hauling 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: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction89Reliability89Craft & service95Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews35Satisfaction: 89 (median 97)Reliability: 89 (median 98)Craft & service: 95 (median 100)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 35 (median 93)
Junk King ColumbusHauling 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.Junk King Columbus: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
89
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.Junk King Columbus: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
89
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.Junk King Columbus: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
95
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.Junk King Columbus: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Junk King Columbus: 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.Junk King Columbus: 35/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.D
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Star ratings

2,375 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars2,21993%
  • 4 stars1034%
  • 3 stars191%
  • 2 stars161%
  • 1 star181%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 1,688 written reviews

  • Praise3,41599%
  • Complaints521%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Speed & response1,04330%
  • Staff & attitude1,00129%
  • Price & value49114%
  • Quality & results40212%
  • Would recommend39211%
  • Communication1043%
  • Honesty & trust341%

What customers talk about

We read 1,688 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Wendell and David were very efficient and professional.”
    “Even with the delay, they were within the 2 hour arrival window.”
  • “Wendell and Brandon were wonderful… quick, courteous and easy to work with.”
    “I tried calling ahead, the phone number I called hung up on me after the automated spiel it gives.”
  • “Hardworking, pleasant, and willing to take care of what the customer needs at a fair price - that's what the team from Junk King brings to your project.”
    “Guys were friendly enough but $250 for a 1/4 of the truck was a bit too expensive.”
  • “Thank you for excellent work and premier customer service!”
    “Unfortunately when it came to pick up that’s when I experienced the worst customer service experience.”
  • “Will recommend them to anyone and will definitely use them again!”
    “Will not use them for any other junk removal again.”
  • “We walked thru the expectations and then Wendell did a great job of clearly explaining the pricing.”
  • “We've used Junk King on multiple occasions and their service us ALWAYS prompt, reliable, professional, and great at scheduling.”
    “When I booked it, it was misleading to say Junk King will work with you, they came in for about 3 mins and took nothing; I was told they would work wi…”

People customers mention

  • Tyrone 23 reviews
  • Kings 23 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Junk King Columbus for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Amanda2 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★★★★★

Wendell and David do the good job Clean,fast and polite But maybe the company must give them Back support They carry very heavy like piano Thank you junk king 😀😀

Kaushik2 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★★★★★

Jeremy and Brandon are the best team to work with. Great help to remove furniture and clean out unwanted items. I would highly recommend the service.

Mozes2 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 days ago★★★★★

Wendell and John are the prime definition of hard-working man their work ethic is on another level thanks for all the help!

Rachel10 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★★★★★

I had debris from an old deck that I needed help removing. Contacted Junk King and in less than 24 hours the mess was gone! Wendell and Brandon were wonderful… quick, courteous and easy to work with. I highly recommend them for any jobs. Thank you again Junk King!!

Vicky5 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 week ago★★★★★

Anthony and Tyrone were absolutely amazing. They helped our family clean out barns and they worked HARD. We couldn't have tackled this job without them. Positive attitudes, hard working, and quick.

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. · a week ago★★★★★

Anthony and Tyrone are angels walking on earth! They did in one day that would have taken us months! Thank you for excellent work and premier customer service!!

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 2,376 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Jennifer Ludowise1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Jennifer has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Anthony and Wendell were awesome and very kind

Response from the owner · 16 hours ago

Hi Jennifer, thank you for the kind words. We’re glad Anthony and Wendell were so kind and helpful during your service. Thank you for choosing Junk King, and we’d be happy to help again in the future.

Amanda2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Amanda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Wendell and David do the good job Clean,fast and polite But maybe the company must give them Back support They carry very heavy like piano Thank you junk king 😀😀

Response from the owner · 2 days ago

Hi Amanda, thank you for the kind words about Wendell and David. We’re glad they were clean, fast, and polite while handling your piano. We appreciate your concern about their back support and will share it with our team. Thank you for choosing Junk King, and we hope to help you again.

Alafair Bocook2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alafair has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Wendell and David were very efficient and professional.

Response from the owner · 2 days ago

Hi there, thank you for the five-star review. We’re glad Wendell and David provided efficient, professional service. Thank you for choosing Junk King, and we hope to help you again in the future.

Kaushik Patel2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kaushik has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jeremy and Brandon are the best team to work with. Great help to remove furniture and clean out unwanted items. I would highly recommend the service.

Response from the owner · 2 days ago

Hi Kaushik, thank you for the five-star review and for choosing Junk King. We’re glad Jeremy and Brandon provided great help removing your furniture and clearing out unwanted items. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping you again in the future.

Mozes Parra2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mozes has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Wendell and John are the prime definition of hard-working man their work ethic is on another level thanks for all the help!

Response from the owner · 3 days ago

Hi Mozes, thank you for the five-star review. We’re glad Wendell and John’s hard work and strong work ethic made such a positive impression, and that they could help. Thanks for choosing Junk King, and we hope to help you again in the future.

Rachel Branum10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rachel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had debris from an old deck that I needed help removing. Contacted Junk King and in less than 24 hours the mess was gone! Wendell and Brandon were wonderful… quick, courteous and easy to work with. I highly recommend them for any jobs. Thank you again Junk King!!

Response from the owner · 4 days ago

Hi Rachel, thank you for the wonderful review and for choosing Junk King. We’re glad we could clear away your old deck debris in less than 24 hours. Wendell and Brandon will appreciate knowing you found them quick, courteous, and easy to work with. We’d be happy to help with any future junk removal needs.

S NLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews S has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Anthony and James with Junk King were awesome. Thanks for the help!

Response from the owner · 5 days ago

Hi there, thank you for the kind words. We’re glad Anthony and James were able to help and make your experience a great one. Thank you for choosing Junk King, and we hope to help you again in the future.

Bob Horton6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Bob has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Anthony and James were outstanding

Response from the owner · 6 days ago

Hi Bob, thank you for the five-star review. We’re glad Anthony and James provided outstanding service. Thank you for choosing Junk King, and we hope to help you again in the future.

Vicky Clark5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Vicky has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Anthony and Tyrone were absolutely amazing. They helped our family clean out barns and they worked HARD. We couldn't have tackled this job without them. Positive attitudes, hard working, and quick.

Response from the owner · a week ago

Hi Vicky, thank you for the wonderful review and for choosing Junk King. We’re glad Anthony and Tyrone could help your family tackle the barn cleanout with hard work, speed, and positive attitudes. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with them, and we’d be happy to help again in the future.

Patty Clark1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Patty has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Anthony and Tyrone were great to work with!

Response from the owner · a week ago

Hi Patty, thank you for the five-star review. We’re glad Anthony and Tyrone were great to work with. Thanks for choosing Junk King, and we’d be happy to help again in the future.

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