Why we don't use median signs

During these unprecedented times, we take our role as an essential service provider seriously and we remain open to service our customers. We understand that everyone is very concerned with the potential spread of the Coronavirus. We’re following the guidelines put in place by the federal government, local governments and the CDC.

Below are some of the safety precautions we’ve implemented to protect our team and our clients:

We’re offering discounts for our customers who are able to stage their items outside of their property for pickup
We’re vetting our customers before scheduling appointments and while en-route to make sure they’re not showing signs and symptoms of illness
If the customer has access to masks or face covers, we ask that they wear them (if masks are unavailable, please maintain a safe distance of 6 feet at all times)
We are sending home any staff member exhibiting any symptoms of illness for the recommended period of time established by the CDC
All team members have been assigned masks and gloves
We are not assigning more than two team members to a truck
Our trucks and equipment are being disinfected daily
We’ve shut down our office from outside visitors and anybody who can work virtually is being encouraged to work from home
The company continues to hold regular team-wide virtual meetings to emphasize transparency and keep the lines of communication open
The decision to come to work remains 100% voluntary

False accusations

People say it all the time. “I see your company’s median signs all over the road.” That’s generally followed by a wide range of emotions in my head. At first I’m thrilled that certain competitors’ marketing activities are contributing to our own brand awareness. I feel flattered that people are associating the words “Junk Removal” with 123JUNK. My first instincts tell me I should take credit for these branding efforts with a confident and braggy comment like, “Yea, we’re all over the place.” Then, I remember our 2nd Core Value (Environmental Stewardship) and I feel inclined to defend the company and the road sign accusations that have been made against us.

Walking the walk

You see, we’re in the business of hauling away peoples junk in ways that create the least amount of impact on the environment. Adding to the planets pollution in the form of median signs, goes against nearly every principle we stand for. In fact, in an industry that has gotten noticeably “greener” in the 5 1/2 years we’ve been in business, it surprises me that the same junk removal companies that claim such bold landfill diversion statistics, are the also the ones who dominate the median strip at the traffic signal. Isn’t that a little contradicting?