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%97+52.9Reliability 24%98+23.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Experts Score= 98Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.98SCOREThe Junkluggers of Chicago NW Suburbs
Elgin, IL · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #10Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 52 property cleanup services · 5.0★ from 1,502 Google reviews
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Percentile vs other property cleanup services (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: craft & service and value; weakest: satisfaction.
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Customers hired The Junkluggers of Chicago NW Suburbs for 8 kinds of job.
The Junkluggers of Chicago NW Suburbs for house & garage cleanouts
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Bob Schmitt is great, he was fast, friendly and very professional. I will definitely use them again.
Luke and Dillion were awesome. Thank you guys for a wonderful job.
Great service and help
The guys were great! Always a smooth process and fair price! Will be calling again soon.
We had to clean out a house that had been lived in by a hoarder who also had a number of dogs and cats. It was beyond filthy. It took three days, in very hot weather, to remove everything that had to be removed. It filled 3 1/2 truckloads. Throughout this ordeal the team that came to do this for us were…
The job was run efficiently and I especially liked the way the two workers worked well together. They were willing to help and I never felt that any ask was too big. I will be recommending them without hesitation.
I’ve called them and they have come to the rescue when I needed a house cleaned out in a hurry for a Closing! Super responsive and a good value, I highly recommend!!!
Everything from the start was easy and efficient! From the quote to the pick up! We had two amazing guys, that did a lot of heavy lifting and worked so fast! They were clean and careful moving it all as well. I would 100% recommend using junk luggers for any job needed.
The guy showed up on time and we’re very professional. Cleared all the stuff out of my storage unit in less than twenty minutes.
Fast, fair, and effective.
Two guys took my piano up and out 5 steps in under a minute. Strong 💪. Very quick pay and away they went.. Very pro
Having to remove a large amount of garbage that my family filled an home with over the years was very overwhelming. Bob Schmidt and his team were very helpful and worked long hours to get the job done. I appreciate their kindness and dedication to get all that was required cleared out,
Very professional staff and was able to accommodate our needs at short notice. They also provided us with a military discount.
I called Junk Luggers because I was informed they actually try to recycle useable items by donating them to other organizations. This is less stuff in landfills. They provided me with their fee structure over the phone and while not the cheapest, I understood the difference. They were professional, kept me…
They were Amazing and really Helpful!
Alexis and Cody were great getting rid of the items I requested. Very,professional, friendly and helpful about the cost.I will recommend your company. As well as these 2 gentlemen. Thank you.
They did exactly what we agreed to! Their truck was a little smaller than I thought!
Professional and courteous
Junk Luggers did a fabulous job clearing out our home. They teamed up with Habitat for Humanity and the majority of our items were donated and we received tax deductible receipts for the donations. Josh and Ryan were great to work with. Junk Luggers is highly recommended!
Had my crawlspaces and garage attic emptied out by very kind, non judgemental, thorough workers. Helpful and quick!
Alex and William were amazing professionals to work with! I am so pleased with their service and their kindness during this difficult time (we were cleaning out a loved ones apartment who had passed away). I appreciate their thoroughness and thoughtfulness during the whole experience. Junk Luggers is a great…
I highly recommend these guys They gone above and beyond their services Thank you, Dan & Kim Prochaska
Awesome experience
Great service
Moving senior father to assisted living: Prompt attention to detail and extremely responsive... couldn't ask for anything more from the stressful situation. Fair pricing by the cube space.
Bob is so responsiveness. Crew that showed up was helpful and efficient. Highly recommend.
They are great! Handled my removal quickly and efficiently. Friendly and helpful.
Would use them again
Quick and easy to book - clear upfront pricing.
They overcharged me. I was given one price by an organization that represented him and the price I actually paid was almost double work was average
Bob, Josh and crew were so professional and thorough I would not hesitate to use Junkluggers again. Thanks to them all for helping my family and me deal with a daunting task.
Excellent experience! Our two person team was professional, efficient, on time and quick. Picked up from our house and a storage unit. Highly recommend and love that everything is donated or repurposed in some way. Thanks!
My luggers were on time, they called on their way and made a very difficult job of cleaning out my mother's home easy and for a very fair price.
Great experience with this company , they came promptly and confirmed even earlier. Just need to be a little more clear regarding charges
The two Gentlemen were very professional and removed my items without damaging the walls or floors. I would use this service again
The two men were professional and personable. They were able to get all our stuff into the truck. It was impressive
Guys were very professional and nice
Did what they said they were going to do. Actually charged me less than their original quote. Efficient, pleasant. Great to work with.
The owner/manager worked with me on the price. The guys you sent, Dominic and another young man were EXTREMELY kind, gentle, had to take some furniture apart (no complaining or extra charge). I assume all your employees are this terrific. I cannot thank you enough for your help. I HIGHLY recommend their services! ❤️
They were very professional and always kept me updated as to when they would arrive. They did a great job of cleaning out an entire house!!
Exceptional service and very professional. Very fair price
Very happy with the gentlemen who took our items! Both were friendly, personable & professional! Thank you for helping us to declutter.
They were very kind, friendly and compassionate with a property of a recently deceased family member that had A LOT to clear out. Patrick, Derek and Bob were efficient, thorough and patient. The cost ended up being much more than we anticipated but we needed it done ASAP so we had to use them. If cost isn’t of concern, I’d definitely recommend them!!
Very friendly and accommodating to our needs Moved furniture back into rooms they removed earlier for remodeling
The Guys from the Junkluggers are quick, Friendly, and always deliverer
Zac & Cody - The “Suite Life” team! Hands down the best experience I’ve had with a junk company. I’m a Professional Organizer and have hired another huge junk company (multiple times) and two local small biz junk company’s before. After my experience today - JunkLuggers will be my go to! We filled a full truck of…
Helped a lot and were extremely professional, grade A job
Fast, Professional, and polite. Highly recommend The Junkluggers!
The Junkluggers gentleman were prompt, courteous and on time. They gave me an estimate to remove carpet from the basement and an old swing set. Then, they were immediately able to start to work. It couldn't have been easier and I would definitely use them again!
They are friendly fast and reliable
Great work by the Junkluggers team today. They went above and beyond to get the job done promptly and efficiently and with a great attitude of wanting to be sure the customer was satisfied. Would definitely use them again.
Great company, great pricing and the two gentlemen that came out were very friendly and efficient.
They came were professionals and worked hard. Well done! Thank you for the excellent service.
I want to thank The Junkluggers and each one of you who helped us for your awesome work and your professional experience. Luke and Derek thank you so much for your expertise. You guys are wonderful. We had a great experience with your services and the transporting of our furniture from one city to two others cities…
Courtney and Derrick were great! Super easy and stress free
Always on time and careful with walls, etc. Zack and Mark were not only efficient they were kind. All too rare in today’s world.
I started with a different company and finished with Junkluggers. I wish I’d chosen them from the beginning. Bob and his staff were kind, professional, and were fairly priced. They did a great job and we finished much earlier than I expected. It was a huge relief. I’d recommend them for projects that feel too…
Derrick and Luke were great. We received a quote. We thought we were going to have to wait at least a week or two to get things moved and they were able to do the job that day. They were very professional, careful and pleasant to deal with. We even had the boss, Bob Schmitt carry a double oven down the stairs and…
Wow the guys(Raul, an Phil) awesome, friendly polite, an respectful. So happy with them. Will use them again
Great company with a great mission. They are the only company who offered to come out and provide an on-site bid and thoroughly explain their process. Other companies provided bids based only on pics they asked me to send. Junkluggers was also the best priced, which made the decision that much easier. Great experience all around!
The movers were on time, friendly, attentive and careful with all items.
JunkLuggers cleared out an entire house for us in a day. They were very professional and worked hard to get it done - and done well (no scratches on the walls despite moving large furniture). Grateful too that they were able to take so much of the contents to charities to bless others (& provide us with receipts from the charities).
All around great experience with these guys. Alexis and Dominic were kind, friendly, and professional. They also completed the job in a very timely manner. It can be awkward letting strangers into your home especially when you’re exposing all the junk you’ve accumulated over the years but these guys were so awesome!…
They arrived when they said they would. They were pleasant and got our furniture out quickly, with no problems. The price was very reasonable. Highly recommended.
Great service and super friendly staff. Helped as needed
Your team is incredible! Patrick and Matt were wonderful to work with and they completely went above and beyond for me. I have already recommended you to others, and I will continue to do so based on the great service I was provided.
In addition, they moved additional boxes from downstairs to the garage. This is in preparation for my move. They went above and beyond. They always awesome!
Great company and they did a great job.
Patrick and Courtenay were friendly and professional, never complained even though some pieces were really heavy. I love that they will recycle, donate and find new homes for our stuff… er, junk. Great service!
Using Junk Luggers was the best thing we have ever done after living 25+ years in one house and raising three three kids we needed a giant clean out! Worth every penny! Their workers were kind, respectful and courteous. Very efficient with time and knowing that everything is being disposed of in the most…
Would recommend Junkluggers very highly. Bob Schmidt, the owner, came out to help us, as we were in a time crunch. Not only did we get the best price, his service was exemplary.
Quick and easy to schedule. Quick and efficient pick up.
Very easy to schedule an appointment. The team was professional, courteous, and extremely efficient. Highly recommend this service to anyone needing an estate clean out. Love that they donate and recycle anything usable. Thank you!
Wonderful experience. Two very professional people arrived on time, gave estimate quickly , worked very consistently and finished quickly. They finished under estimate! Yay. Such a big job: garage and basement with multiple rooms. Really appreciated!
Joshua and Dominick were both very professional and efficient.
Was very satisfied with the 2 nice gentlemen. Very professional and friendly.
Junkluggers is a great company to work with. They always show up on time, their rates are reasonable and they do what they say they’re going to do. I’d highly recommend if you have junk sitting around you need removed.
Very professional! On time, friendly and very hard working. Costs were reasonable considering the number of items taken and the work involved.
Great experience all the way around
Chris and Jenna were on time and very professional. They did a walk through with us, explain the cost and terms and once we agreed they got to work. Took a bit but they did not stop until done. Thank you so much!
Great experience! Thank you Chris for your professionalism, knowledge, and fast paced work! Can’t wait to use this company again!
I called for a full house clean out and boy did they deliver! In two days most of the house got cleaned out. The best part is that a lot was able to be donated and kept out of the landfills. If your like me and a nervous type these guys and gals were able to make me feel at ease right away and were always on time…
We hired JunkLuggars to clean out my fathers home. We had 40 years of clutter that needed to be removed from our home included many desks, tables, chairs and sofas. Everything was clearly explained and was everything I expected and more. Very honest and straight forward company. Mike and Derrick arrived right on…
Chris and Mark showed up and hauled away our junk very quickly. They were very friendly and professional, made everything very easy.
Great customer service.
Michael and Josh were very professional and fast! I love working with Junk Luggers!
They are very professional , arrived on time and job done well.
Very professional. Did an excellent job. Job went so smooth I would recommend junkluggers to everyone.
Needed some help cleaning out my mom's apt quickly and couldn't be on-site . Communication and responsive to my schedule and what I needed
Patrick, Michael and Dylan were outstanding ! They worked efficiently and with such a positive attitude that it made the day easy. Respectful and hardworking crew. Definitely will recommend them to friends and family. Booking and appointment setting was a breeze . Communication and ETA of the crew was on spot.
These guys are professional and very quick with the removal. Josh and his team made the process extremely simple. Thanks again! I’ll definitely recommend and choose them again.
Very nice group. I was pleased with the speed and courtesy of the team.
Based on my collaboration with this team, client needs vary considerably (small or large). My project was on the large side. What I liked most about this team is their ability to adapt, solve the problem. They improvised and got it done within 24 hrs of my call. Also notable that they did so safely. They moved…
Luke and Alex were very professional and cleared out 4 rooms very smoothly without causing any damages. They called to give a heads up and were on time. Third time using the junk luggers, they are amazing!
You CANNOT find any other removal service to compare to JL. Go read about them on their website. Every word is true and demonstrated in every action and interaction. I’ve used them three times and would trust Patrick and Mike with any task. They go above and beyond at every opportunity. Awesome company; awesome staff. Lynn
Look no further for your cleanup needs! Responsive, reliable company with hardworking, and efficient movers. Luke and Alex D were a pleasure to spend the day with and said yes to everything I asked. Can’t beat that:) thank you
Very friendly, quick & efficient!
I am very impressed with Junkluggers and highly recommend them.
Friendly and professional. Was very happy with the service
Good job, will use again!
The team was a few minutes early which I was happy to see. Extremely friendly and took care of our garbage quickly. Great deal
Josh and Dylan came in gave us a reasonable estimate to which we agreed. A little over an hour later everything was packed up and gone. It was such a relief to rid ourselves of all the things. Josh and Dylan were very professional as well as personable which made the whole experience pleasant and seamless. I would…
Great work! Very economical and great communication through the process of the removal!
Junk luggers did exactly what I was told they would do. The house and garage were cleaned out after a move had taken place the previous day. The appointment was confirmed the day before and the morning of the task. The crew was on time. The crew was professional, courteous and personable. I felt they understood how…
The employees were professional, courteous, timely, and gave quality service while serving their customer, me.
Patrick and Dominick were as professional as they could be. Their estimate was accurate. They cleaned everything out in a swift and efficient manner. I would use them again if the need arises.
I usually don’t write review lol but these guys were professional, nice and helpful..I am going to be calling them again for sure
Setting up appointment was quick and easy. Mike and Tray were an absolute delight to work with. They gave me a reasonable price, worked efficiently given that a few items were located in precarious spots, and ensured that nothing was damaged. Would absolutely refer this company to anyone and would use them again.
This was the second time we used Junkluggers in the last six weeks. We are in the process of downsizing from a 4000 sq ft house. Alex and his crew were simply amazing. Whether it was moving and disassembling a huge king size bedroom set or a very heavy solid oak desk or a precor treadmill…they did it all. We…
JunkLuggers is consistently great. I’ve used them personally and for clients homes pre and post sale. I’d highly recommend them. Whatever team they send are always extremely helpful and professional and they get the job done!
Excellent service - highly recommend!
Bob and his team were prompt, professional, and knocked out a Herculean task in one day, like they said they would. It took a few more truckloads than they estimated, but they stuck to the quoted cost without an issue. They followed instructions and left the things I needed them to leave. They are a little more…
Awesome! Fast! Strong guys! They moved in an hour what would’ve taken me a week!
Jenna and Michael were amazing. They came out, saw the pile and within an hour it was all gone. They were very polite and personable. Thanks for the great work. My garage looks awesome now.
Thanks to The Junkluggers of Chicago NW Suburbs. The team came right on time and got right to work clearing out garage items after going over the pricing with me. Fast & Efficient. Glad this part of my move went well. Would definitely recommend them!
Excellent service and personnel. Came back to urgent request after I missed some stuff.
Fantastic Service! On-time, professional and friendly. So helpful that they take everything and sort it out later. Pricey but worth it and cheaper than the other guys I was researching. Thanks again!
They were nice, quick, professional and I felt the pricing was fair. The biggest item I needed disposed of was a mattress and they had the best price out of everyone I contacted. Totally hassle free.
Very efficient, polite, organized, and cost effective! Highly recommend!
Absolutely great customer service. Alex, Josh and zesty were exceptional. Worked alongside us and took great care with our items. Highly recommend this company if you are moving or cleaning out spaces.competitive pricing as well.
Unbelievable experience from start to finish. I highly recommend them to anyone that needs a house / garage clean out. Hard working, friendly and professional at a decent price.
The service people who came, were very polite and considerate. They explained the process thoroughly, and gave us a fair price. They answer all our questions and were done in a timely manner. We were very happy with the service provided.
Michael & Alex were very professional, hardworking, & friendly. My sister Jean & I were impressed at how quickly they were able to organize our recyclables, waste, & furniture removal. Everything was handled carefully & they did a great job of explaining how they were organizing the job & pricing it. Would highly…
Bob is great, appreciated the time he took to talk through the whole process. David worked so hard at the house, he had great communication, and put in extra time to do everything needed for a job well done. I am so glad I found Junkluggers to help!!
Junkluggers were extremely responsive and professional! They called right back after initial contact. The crew showed up on time and texted to let me know they were on the way. The crew looked nice and professional and were very courteous and accommodating. The crew did their work efficiently and were thoughtful…
These folks came out on a day of pouring rain and performed a small apartment removal for us. They moved quickly and were glad to help us pack other furniture and shelves into our personal vehicle. Others have given them high marks, and I would too. Plus the cost was fair.
These guys were great. Very responsive and respectful. Will use again.
This is the third time we have used junk luggers in 8 months… They are three for three amazing… Professional, responsible, helpful, got the job done and made every effort to donate the items in addition to removing them… Thanks!!
Bob Schmitt; President/Owner and his crew were great! They worked at a fast pace but really took time to sort through an entire household of items. What sets them apart from other junk removal businesses is that they take the extra step of donating what they can of your items. I will certainly refer them customers in the future.
I can't thank Junkluggers enough (specifically Matt and Kyle) for helping clear out our garage just in time for our home sale prep. They were friendly, quick and efficient and very gracious in how they handled our items. The accumulation of 12.5 years of clutter is now gone thanks to them. I highly recommend them. You won't be disappointed.
They were very kind It was hard giving up my junk they were very supportive
Bob was incredibly professional, direct and to the point. He was responsive and fair. The moving guys (I met 6) were also all professional, efficient and communicated well.I would highly recommend this company to anyone and I would definitely use them again.
Josh and Matt were great. Very good follow-up to appointment and reminders. Reasonable rates for job done.
Your team was among the most professional and efficient I’ve ever worked with on a project like this. From the initial estimate visit until the last truck pulled away, Junkluggers made the entire process—which could have been daunting— much easier than we expected. My family and I are especially pleased with…
I considered a few junk removal services, and junk luggers was the most professional, and most affordable.
Very good service at a good price.
Samantha is very professional and great to work with. The two guys removing the furniture, etc From our basement and upper level were very professional and did a great job. I highly recommend Junkluggers!
From the moment Bob came to our parent's home, he made us feel comfortable and at ease during an incredibly stressful time. Due to medical issues and an out-of-state move, my sister and I needed help cleaning out their home, but didn't just want to toss everything away. We knew there were family pictures throughout…
Extremely helpful, effecent, caring, and willing to go above and expectations. I highly reccomend this service.
Very courteous and hard working crew. Did a wonderful job for us. I would definitely use them again
They were insanely fast with the removal, incredibly polite and the quote was exactly what I was expecting it to be. I will happily refer anyone to use this company, and will be using them in the future.
These guys were amazing! Very friendly and upfront. They made my elderly mother feel valued and respected through an otherwise stressful experience of clearing out decades worth of items. My family is so grateful to the guys at Junkluggers and plan to use them again when we have a need.
Josh and Joana gave upfront information and started the job immediately!!! They did a great job and I highly recommend Junkluggers for your home projects. Thank you for your service, you rock.
Jake and Kyle were on time, professional, courteous and very helpful! They quickly assessed our leftovers from an estate sale and gave us a great, fair price and getting it all gone. The whole job was done in less than an hour and we filled half the truck. Very nicely done! And knowing that it isn't just going to a landfill helps us all sleep better.
Great customer service and super friendly team! From the appointment booking to the heads up on arrival (and the estimate/cost) everything was polished and professional. I love that the items don’t go into a landfill and are either donated or recycled. I had them pick up and old couch, bookcases, and…
The crew showed up on time. The crew was very professional and helpful. I would use them again without hesitation.
Very professional friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend their services
We had a basement full of items given or left by loved ones. We needed to downsize/ rightsize but didn't want to rent a garbage bin and contribute to a landfill. Junkluggers to the rescue! They respectfully and thoroughly sorted our items (true junk versus items still of some value) and promptly carted it away. We couldn't be happier.
Excellent service and a one-stop shop for estate clean out services. What otherwise would have taken separate contractor services took but one. And best of all I didn't have to hire movers to take the furniture to Goodwill where I'd risk having items rejected. Junkluggers assumed that risk.for me. That alone made…
I had two guys come to my house (Dave and josh I believe) to pick up all the remaining items from a garage sale. They were kind, professional, prompt, and super speedy! Warm and friendly guys who explained everything and every step of the process. They even noted that if the amount of stuff totaled up to be LESS…
Fast, friendly, affordable and most importantly, eco-conscious. The crew was very professional! I will definitely use their services again.
We will continue to use Junk Luggers. They are fantastic and courteous and extremely reasonably priced. They’ve gotten rid of a ton of furniture and general items and, best of all, they donate useable items and take the time to recycle other items. Since we are limited physically currently, this was a God send as we…
They were very professional! They did what needed to be done in a timely fashion. I will recommend their services to my family and friends!
Josh and Dave were stellar! Very professional, fast and helpful! Definitely recommend Junkluggers!
Professional group seamless process. Had house clean out and almost everything was able to be donated or recycled. Highly recommended this company.
Best decision I ever made. I had an entire 4 bedroom home that needed to be emptied, including a basement that had collected over 50 years of "stuff". Their team came in and performed beyond my expectations. This was a huge undertaking and they made it a seamless transaction. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
We needed to quickly remove the contents of my parents' crawl space before we were able to put their house on the market. We were surprised by how much junk had been stored under the house and soon realized that the project was more than we could take care of ourselves. I was able to get an appointment for the…
Bob and his entire team exceeded my very high expectations! Friendly, professional, thorough, honorable, detailed and systematic, are just a few adjectives that describe Junkluggers service! I needed my warehouse/office completely emptied. I contacted them on a Holiday weekend Friday and Saturday afternoon the job…
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Furniture removal | 271 | — |
| Junk removal | 208 | — |
| House & garage cleanouts | 191 | — |
| Donated goods pickup | 168 | — |
| Trash removal & disposal | 71 | — |
| Electronic waste removal & disposal | 69 | — |
| Appliance removal & disposal | 60 | — |
| Construction debris removal | 39 | — |
