desh jack7 months ago
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Overview
Most of a house goes on the truck in one trip. The medicine cabinet, the paint shelf, the propane tank and the gun safe do not. Here is where each one goes in Sacramento County.
Every estate has the same shelf. In the bathroom, a row of prescription bottles with a parent’s name on them. In the garage, half-empty paint cans, a propane tank off the grill, and sometimes a locked case with a firearm in it. None of it can go on a junk truck. Handle these first and the crew takes everything else in one trip. This guide is part of our Sacramento estate cleanout series.
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Medications and Sharps
Sacramento County’s North Area Recovery Station household hazardous waste facility, 4450 Roseville Road in North Highlands, takes non-controlled medications and home-generated needles in sealed hard plastic or metal containers. Hours are Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., and residents can drop off up to 15 gallons or 125 pounds a month free. Check the county’s NARS page before you drive out.
Controlled substances, opioid painkillers for example, are not accepted there. Use a pharmacy take-back kiosk that accepts them or a DEA Take Back Day site.
Firearms and Ammunition
A firearm is property of the estate, not junk. Secure it first. In California, a person who takes a firearm by operation of law, such as an executor or heir, generally must report it to the Department of Justice within 30 days under Penal Code 27920, using the DOJ’s operation-of-law report. A licensed firearms dealer can handle the transfer. Start with the California DOJ Bureau of Firearms, and ask the estate’s attorney.
Ammunition is not accepted at the county HHW facility and is not something we haul. Ask a licensed dealer or your local law enforcement agency how they take it. This is general information, not legal advice. For a specific estate, talk to a California probate or estate planning attorney.
Paint, Chemicals and Automotive Fluids
Leftover house paint is accepted free at participating retailers through PaintCare. Solvents, pesticides, pool chemicals, cleaners, motor oil and antifreeze go to a county HHW facility. Kiefer Landfill takes antifreeze, batteries, oil and paint; NARS takes the wider list. Latex paint that has fully dried in the can is treated differently from wet paint and can go with a regular load.
Propane Tanks
NARS takes barbecue-style propane tanks, two at a time, and many tank-exchange retailers take them back. Pull the tank off the grill before cleanout day; the grill itself goes on our truck.
Asbestos and Older Materials
Popcorn ceilings, old floor tile and pipe insulation in older homes can contain asbestos. Do not disturb it or bag it. That is a licensed abatement contractor’s job, not a hauler’s.
Everything Else Goes in One Trip
With those handled, the rest of the house, furniture, appliances, mattresses, clothing, boxes, garage and shed contents, goes on our truck. The full list of exceptions is on what we don’t take, or book our estate cleanout service and text a photo of the garage for a price.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I dispose of a deceased parent’s medications in Sacramento?
Non-controlled medications go to the county’s North Area Recovery Station HHW facility at 4450 Roseville Road, North Highlands. Controlled substances need a pharmacy take-back kiosk that accepts them or a DEA Take Back Day site.
What do I do with a deceased parent’s guns in California?
Secure them, and talk to the estate’s attorney or a licensed firearms dealer. A person who takes a firearm by operation of law generally must report it to the California DOJ within 30 days under Penal Code 27920. This is general information, not legal advice.
Will a junk removal company take old paint?
Not wet or liquid paint. Take it to a PaintCare retailer or a county HHW facility. Fully dried latex paint can go with a regular load.
Real Customer Reviews
Josh South8 months ago
★★★★★
Fast, convenient, and amazing service. I will definitely be a returning customer. Thank you!
Jason Roberts11 months ago
★★★★★
Great and punctual service! Reasonable prices and very friendly. I recommend highly. He hauled away an old piano. Very professional!
Erika Alvarez1 year ago
★★★★★
Fast, affordable, professional, and friendly! I called and Serge was here within about an hour.
BenWendy Webster1 year ago
★★★★★
Serge was awesome to work with. I am very grateful I found his company. I contacted them on a Tuesday and by Wednesday the hot tub was gone. He was on time and worked hard. Left the area cleaned up and I’m so excited to have my backyard back!
Lacey A1 year ago
★★★★★
Prompt response when I inquired about Hot Tub Removal. Fair price. Was available next day and only took about an hr and half. Would highly recommend.
Shawn Herrick1 year ago
★★★★★
Serge was amazing. Would definitely recommend. He was prompt, fair and very professional.
kyle c1 year ago
★★★★★
Reasonably priced, great communication, Serge was very friendly and got my junk hauled with ease! Would absolutely use TCJ Hauling again. Thanks so much
Luis Terrazas1 year ago
★★★★★
This guys are the real deal !!! Serge and his crew took care of our old furniture as we are transitioning into a new apartment. They were able to accommodate last minute and for a competitive price .
Prameet Chandra1 year ago
★★★★★
Messaged TCJ Hauling in need of getting rid of some junk that was accumulating in the garage. Not only was the company able to come the same day but were also very punctual and realiable which above all things mean the most me. The service was fast and the vehicle used was modern and able to accommodate for all the items I needed to be removed. Very Prosfessional and accommodating will definitely call them again and tell my friends and family to do the same. Thank you TCJ Hauling!
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