West Seattle Warehouse junk hauling
Homeowner’s Issue
Warehouses in West Seattle aren’t the same as inland storage units — they sit under heavy winter rain, on compacted glacial soils and often near steep streets or alleyways. What starts as a few pallets and a broken pallet jack becomes stacked junk that traps moisture, breeds moss and invites blackberry or ivy from the nearby greenbelts around Lincoln Park and the Admiral area. Narrow alleys, steep drive approaches and weekend street parking make pickup trucks and roll-off bins harder to place; crews need to plan for load-in windows and haul routes to avoid blocking neighbors or violating HOA/SDOT rules.
Sun exposure varies block-to-block: Alki-facing lots see salt spray and accelerated corrosion, while shaded ravine-adjacent yards keep things damp and mold-prone. That drives problems with mildew on stored materials, slick surfaces, and persistent weeds. For West Seattle property managers and owners, the priorities are practical: clear the hazard, salvage what’s reusable, minimize soil disturbance, and leave a surface that drains during our long wet season. Sustainable disposal and recycling matter here — we divert what we can and avoid herbicides or harsh chemicals that harm shoreline runoff and park habitats.
Our Quality Service
We assess your site, sort onsite for recycling and donation, and haul sustainably — no herbicides, no shortcuts. Our crew shows up with dollies, hand trucks, tarps, and compact trucks sized for tight alleys. Small warehouse jobs are often done same-day; medium clearouts typically finish in 1–2 days. Larger cleanouts are scheduled with staged pickups to avoid blocking busy streets.
We work around West Seattle constraints: timing for alley permits, protecting steep approaches, and preventing soil rutting on wet days. Benefits: safer aisles, better curb appeal, fewer pest and slip hazards, and lower maintenance going forward.
What’s Included
- Onsite assessment and upfront quote (photo/video accepted)
- Sorting: keep / donate / recycle / compost / landfill
- Manual removal, loading, and haul-away
- Final sweep of the area; basic debris pickup
Options / upgrades: - Separate electronics and metal recycling coordination
- Donation drop-off coordination to local charities
- Haul-away vs. green-bin-friendly sorting
- Gravel or fabric installation for exterior yards to improve drainage
- Organic, manual weed removal and root pull (no herbicides)
Before & After / Expectations
- Noise and mess: expect heavy lifting and truck noise for a few hours to a day; larger cleanouts may span multiple days.
- Access: we need a clear 10–15 ft path for hand trucks and vehicle staging; permit timing may be required for curbside pickup.
- Debris handling: we sort onsite; recyclable materials are diverted, donations are collected when requested.
- Timelines: same-day for small loads, 1–2 days typical for medium warehouses, multi-day for full facility clears.
Care tips for West Seattle: - Schedule exterior work in late spring/summer to avoid persistent soggy ground.
- Remove stored cardboard and fabric before the rainy season to avoid mold.
- Expect increased weed activity after wet winters; plan seasonal cleanups.
FAQs
Q: How long will a typical warehouse clear take?
A: Small spaces can be cleared in a day; medium sites 1–2 days. Full-facility projects are quoted and scheduled in stages.Q: Do you handle hazardous items?
A: We separate and coordinate proper recycling or disposal for batteries, electronics, and labeled hazardous goods, but we don’t use herbicides or chemicals.Q: What if access is on a steep or narrow alley?
A: We plan haul routes, may stage smaller trucks, and schedule work in low-traffic windows to avoid blocking neighbors.Q: Can you work with my landlord/HOA rules?
A: Yes — we’ll follow posted rules and help with permit timing and parking considerations.
Call to Action
West Seattle property owners: if your warehouse or storage area is costing you time or safety, let’s make it usable again. Quick scheduling, sustainable hauling, and local know-how — we’ve worked West Seattle alleys, lots near Alki and Admiral, and the Greenbelt edges for years. Email for a free estimate and photo quote: neatandtidyseattle@gmail.com.
Phone (optional scheduling): 206-538-9344.