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Storage Unit Cleanout in Seattle — Unit 2030 Cleared and Reorganized | Junk B Gone

Storage unit 2030 had a woodworking cart, gas cylinders, pallet jacks, and a leaning stack of shelving crammed against the back wall. Nobody could get to the good shelving without climbing over the rest. We cleared it out and set it up right. Since 1989, this is the kind of storage unit cleanout Seattle renters call us for.

Junk B Gone Storage unit cleanout in Seattle - before and after

What We Walked Into

Unit 2030 was a mess of things that had piled up over time. A wood cart loaded with tools and clamps sat right at the entrance, blocking everything behind it. Gas cylinders were tucked against the wall. Red pallet jacks sat on the concrete floor near the door. Behind all of it, a metal shelving unit leaned at an angle, half-blocked by loose boards and boxes stacked wherever they’d fit. The unit looked full, but most of what was in there wasn’t doing anyone any good sitting in a heap.


The Transformation

After
Before
BEFORE AFTER

Unit 2030, before and after — from a blocked, crowded floor to organized shelving with clear walking space.

How We Handled It

Our crew went in, cleared the wood cart, gas cylinders, and pallet jacks first to open up floor space, then worked through the boxes and loose boards stacked around the leaning shelving unit. Once the floor was clear, we straightened and reset the shelving so it stood flat against the wall instead of tilting into the walkway. What was left got organized onto the shelves — boxes stacked neat, a fan and other gear set on top where it belonged instead of on the floor. When we left, the unit had an open path down the middle and shelving anyone could actually use. Swept and ready.

Junk B Gone Storage unit cleanout in Seattle - cleared unit with organized shelving
After: shelving reset and boxes organized, floor space open again.

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Tips for Your Own Storage Cleanout

  • Clear the entrance first. If you can’t get past what’s blocking the door, you can’t get to anything else — start there.
  • Check shelving before you load it up. A leaning unit under weight is a hazard waiting to happen. Straighten or replace it before you stack anything else on it.
  • Group similar items together. Tools with tools, boxes with boxes. It makes the next cleanout — or the next time you need something — a lot faster.
  • Don’t store what you won’t use. Old pallet jacks and scrap boards eat up space that could hold things you actually need.
  • Get help hauling the heavy stuff. Gas cylinders and loaded carts aren’t a one-person job. Call in a crew that knows how to move them safely.

Why Seattle Trusts Junk B Gone

We’ve been clearing storage units, garages, and basements across Seattle since 1989. Big trucks, low prices, and a crew that treats your stuff — and your space — with respect. You point, we haul. Learn more about our storage unit cleanout services.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a storage unit cleanout cost in Seattle?
Pricing starts at $99 and depends on how much needs to go. We give you a firm quote before we start — no surprises.
Can you organize what stays instead of hauling everything out?
Yes. On jobs like this one, we hauled out what wasn’t needed and reorganized the rest so the unit is actually usable again.
Do you take gas cylinders and other heavy items?
We handle heavy and awkward items regularly, including gas cylinders, pallet jacks, and shelving. Ask us when you call for your estimate.
How long does a storage unit cleanout take?
Most units like this one take a couple of hours. We work fast and leave the space swept and ready.

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Zelalem Meshasha

General Manager, Junk B Gone

Zelalem Meshasha brings over 15 years of experience running service businesses to his role as General Manager of Junk B Gone. Before joining the team, he operated a limousine company and managed a restaurant — building the kind of customer-first approach that defines how we work. Today he runs the day-to-day: scheduling crews, running estimates, hiring and training our team, and making sure every customer gets taken care of from first call to final invoice. An Ethiopian immigrant, Zelalem lives in North Seattle with his wife and three children.