Have you ever noticed how hard it is to get rid of junk? For most folks, junk is a collection of unwanted items and appliances just begging to be thrown out. But for whatever reason - work obligations, busy schedules, over-worked brains, or plain old procrastination - we're woefully content to let the junk sit. If you're sick and tired of all the old, junky items in your home and want more room to live and play, you need junk removal in Beaufort, SC, today.
At Labor Bros, we mix the most comprehensive junk removal in town with the highest quality general labor services available. That makes Labor Bros your one-stop shop for all your junk hauling and labor needs, from house cleaning to power washing and just about everything in between. Our customers choose Labor Bros because we prioritize friendly, helpful customer service and good old-fashioned hard work. We take pride in our work, and you see evidence of that with each of our Labor Bros, who are anxious to work hard for you, no matter the size of the project. We're very proud of the fact that we're locally owned and operated. We know the local roads, grew up in these parts, and know the people. As such, we offer fair and competitive pricing for all our customers, whether they're new or returning.
Our goal is to make your life easy, so you can focus on the most important aspects of life while we handle the hard stuff. We understand that your life is busy, and you probably don't have the time or energy to haul away old junk or climb up on a ladder to trim your trees. Why risk a trip to the emergency room when you can call the Labor Bros to handle the heavy lifting? At the end of the day, we do the jobs that you can't or just don't want to do - and that makes us happy. Just click or call and consider it done!
Our fully trained Labor Bros have extensive experience, unmatched work ethic, and crazy cardio. This combo lets them tackle a wide variety of junk removal and labor service projects, including:
On average, the typical American creates more than four pounds of waste every day. That figure doesn't include the items in your home that need to be hauled away but remain for whatever reason. The reality is most South Carolina residents have tons of junk lying around that they don't need. Unfortunately, most of us don't have the time or patience to get rid of these items in an efficient, eco-friendly way. That's where Labor Bros junk removal swoops in to save the day.
If you have never used or even heard of junk removal, don't sweat it - we've got you covered. Junk removal is an on-call service that removes all of the old trash and junk from your home or business. It works like this:
You give our office a call or use our online contact form to set up an appointment. You let us know how much junk we'll be hauling in our junk removal trucks. You then choose a time and date for an appointment, and the Labor Bros will be there on time, ready to work.
Once you give us the green light, our team will get to work hauling all your old debris and junk items from your home or office. It's that simple!
We'll come to your location to get the full scope of the job we're completing for you. Once we do, you get a no-obligation, affordable quote.
Here at Labor Bros, we've hauled away an incredible amount of junk since we opened our doors. Whether it's the hundreds of unsightly, heavy mattresses or old, unusable TVs, our crew has hauled some serious junk over the years. For each truckload of junk that we remove from a home or business, we work hard to donate applicable items and recycle others, to give back to the community and keep it clean.
When it comes to junk removal in Beaufort, SC, here are some of the most common items we remove:
Even the best mattresses will need to be replaced with enough time. Over the years, your mattress will begin to break down, causing you more pain than pleasure when your head hits the pillow. When your quality of sleep is affected, so too is your day-to-day life and wellbeing. To make matters worse, your old mattress is a haven for dead skin cells, hair, and even bugs. When it gets to this point, it's time to get rid of your mattress. Unfortunately, that can be easier said than done, especially if you're working 40 hours a week and must balance a family too. Luckily, the Labor Bros can remove your old mattress quicker than it takes you to snooze on a Sunday afternoon.
Labor Bros Pro Tip: Mattress parts like steel springs, wooden frames, and coils can often be donated or recycled. Our team is happy to handle this part of the junk removal process, so you don't have to!
If you plan on upgrading your kitchen, chances are you will need to update your old fridge too. Refrigerators are notorious for being big, clunky, hazardous appliances to remove. Most folks don't want to deal with the lengthy process of removing the appliance and disposing of it safely. That's where the Labor Bros come in! Whether you have a regular-sized fridge at your home or several large chest freezers at your business, the Labor Bros are here to haul them away today.
Labor Bros Pro Tip: Remember, many refrigerators and freezers have harmful chemicals that need to be disposed of properly. The Labor Bros always take these hazards into account, so you don't risk your health. Once these materials have been dealt with, our junk removal experts will either donate your unwanted fridge or haul it to the appropriate recycling facility.
With new technology and features debuting every other day, it's no surprise that we haul away old TVs every day. Whether you're moving to a new home or just want a new TV, we can remove your old flat screen quickly and safely. Our customers choose the Labor Bros for their TV removal not just because we're fast and effective, but because many modern TVs contain hazardous materials. Once our team removes your old TV from your home or business, we'll make sure your TV is disposed of in an eco-friendly manner.
In addition to our junk removal services, Labor Bros also offers the highest quality general labor services in South Carolina. In today's fast-paced world, many home and business owners don't have the time or staff to handle labor-intensive jobs like garage cleanouts and yard debris removal. There's no need to call in a favor with your best friend or father-in-law. Contact the Labor Bros for fast, efficient service for any of your general labor projects. We save you time, money, and the possibility of injuring yourself or your friends.
If you own a home, you probably know how frustrating it can be to keep up with odd jobs around the house. Sometimes, you need a little more than a helping hand - you need a team of experienced professionals to get the job done right. And that, in a nutshell, is why we founded Labor Bros - to give good people like you the chance to keep their homes looking great, inside and out. Here are just a few of the most common general labor jobs we complete for homeowners in South Carolina:
If you're anything like us, your garage space doubles as a storage unit. Over time, the items you store in your garage can pile up. Often, these items go unused for years, essentially becoming junk right before your eyes. At some point, you will need all that junk and debris cleaned out. When you want it done right, it's time to call the Labor Bros. Our team will not only remove the junk from your garage - we'll clean your garage afterward, so it looks and feels like it was brand new.
Cleaning up your yard debris can be a real pain in the butt. You need the right clothes to protect your legs and arms, gloves for your hands, possibly a back brace, and a lot of patience. After you're done, you're bound to need a shower and a long break. With all that in mind, it's no wonder why so many South Carolina residents call the Labor Bros for yard debris removal! Our general labor techs have cleaned up dozens if not hundreds of yards, and they can help you too. We make yard debris cleanup easy by taking everything: limbs, leaves, grass clippings, wood chips, and more. Simply click or call, and we'll haul it all!
If you just bought a new couch or desk but don't have the time to set it up yourself, call the Labor Bros for a fast solution. Whether you're moving into a new home and you need help mounting your TV, or you need a large piece of furniture assembled, we can do it all.
At Labor Bros, we don't just serve homeowners - we offer general labor and junk removal services for businesses too. All businesses generate junk in some form or fashion. Typically, entrepreneurs don't have the time to handle junk removal and odd jobs like window washing on their own. That's why business owners in South Carolina trust the Labor Bros - because we make their lives easier and more productive, at a reasonable rate. If you're sick of making complicated arrangements that don't fit your business needs, it's time to call our office. We can help with just about any general labor services you need, from removing old office furniture to transporting new equipment to your job site.
Here are some of our general labor specialties for local business owners:
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At the Labor Bros, we do junk removal a little differently than our competition. We strive to provide the very best residential and commercial junk removal in Beaufort, SC. To achieve that goal, we prioritize customer service, meaning our clients come first before anything. We know it can be hard to trust junk removal companies, which is why we offer transparent services and pricing. No small print. No sneaky fees. Just hard work at a cost-conscious rate.
As professionals, we treat your home or business like it was our own. Our Labor Bros will work as long as it takes to get the job done while respecting your space. At the same time, we're not your cable TV technician, so we won't be moping around your house all day. We'll show up on time and get the job done effectively, so you can get back to living life.
When you book an appointment for junk removal, you can feel good knowing we'll recycle as much of your used junk as possible - because Mother Earth needs a helping hand too. If you're looking for a hassle-free junk removal experience with fair, upfront pricing, look no further than the Labor Bros.
In this first column of 2023, I send along my greetings and best wishes for the happiest years. I also take this opportunity to thank you for your gracious support of the cultural arts opportunities available to everyone in the Greater Lowcountry and to thank, at the same time, the phenomenal artists and performers who contribute to our enjoyment and edification.LEAN ENSEMBLECOMING SOON: “MITCHELVILLE”When a young man tries to save his Gullah family home, he dives into the history of his lineage...
In this first column of 2023, I send along my greetings and best wishes for the happiest years. I also take this opportunity to thank you for your gracious support of the cultural arts opportunities available to everyone in the Greater Lowcountry and to thank, at the same time, the phenomenal artists and performers who contribute to our enjoyment and edification.
LEAN ENSEMBLE
COMING SOON: “MITCHELVILLE”
When a young man tries to save his Gullah family home, he dives into the history of his lineage, the Civil War, and the first town of Black freedmen in America. “Mitchelville” is a story about learning from the past, saving for the future and keeping a tradition going. This play is a special event for Lean Ensemble for several reasons: It was commissioned; it honors local history and culture; and its world premiere will take place in our community. Directed by Cezar Williams.
ARTS CENTER OF COASTAL CAROLINA
“GUESS WHO’S COMING TO DINNER”
This classic is a witty and insightful reflection on two families confronted by their prejudices. With humor and insight, “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” begins a conversation sure to continue at dinner tables long after the curtain comes down. Written by Todd Kreidler; directed by Patdro Harris. Best for ages 11 and up.
COMING SOON: “COMPANY”
On the night of his 35th birthday, Robert struggles to think of a wish as he blows out his candles. The lone New York bachelor, surrounded by married friends, is uncertain whether he should be happy with his lot in life or wish for his own romantic partner.
USCB CENTER FOR THE ARTS
“CROSS THAT RIVER”
“Cross That River” represents a significant moment in American history when Black cowboys helped settle the West. It is a story that’s never been told in this way. The unsettled West of the 1860s provides a new life and new dreams for Blue, who escapes from slavery to Texas. This compelling tale of freedom integrates fiction with historical fact, and each song presents a different page in this complicated chapter of American history.
MAIN STAGE COMMUNITY THEATRE
“THE ODD COUPLE”
One of the most celebrated American comedies of all time and considered Neil Simon’s most well-crafted and popular play, “The Odd Couple” is an hilarious take on the conflicts between two friends when they attempt to live together. Rated PG-13.
HILTON HEAD PREPARATORY THEATRE
“SHREK THE MUSICAL”
HILTON HEAD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
“WETOWN: GULLAH TRADITIONS IN THE HOLY CITY”
Guest conductor Kellen Gray curates and leads a concert of Gullah-Geechee influenced music, featuring the extraordinary story of the Jenkins Orphanage and its world-famous band. Saturday Night Live’s pianist Tuffus Zimbabwe adds his distinctive voice.
“GERSHWIN AND RAVEL”
John Morris Russell, conductor; Bella Hristova, violin
RED PIANO GALLERY
The compelling oil paintings of Peter Batchelder are featured this month. You will appreciate his work as you take in this vibrant landscape collection.
ART LEAGUE OF HILTON HEAD
“AVANT GARDNER: A CREATIVE EXPLORATION OF IMPERILED SPECIES”
Lisa D. Watson merges her love of art, gardens and environmental activism and raises awareness of the plight facing the natural world. In her current body of work, she explores endangered native plant species of the Southeast, highlighting their beauty and fragility in the face of increasing pressures on the natural environment. With sound art by Eric Chasalow.
SOBA - SOCIETY OF BLUFFTON ARTISTS
STUDENT ART SHOW
Featuring the works of local high school students.
PLUFF MUDD ART GALLERY
“WHERE’S THE LITTLE BLUE BOAT?”
It may have been towed away recently, but the Little Blue Boat lives on in the hearts and minds of all its local fans, as well as many Lowcountry artists. The artists at The Pluff Mudd Art Gallery in Old Town Bluffton were inspired by little “Bluey” being stuck in the pluff mud and have created some wonderful art in its memory.
USCB CENTER FOR THE ARTS
USCB Center for the Arts is showcasing the photographs of Beaufort resident Jack Dempsey. His photographs taken in South America and the U.S. during the early 1970s show cultural differences through a wide variety of scenes and people in everyday life.
TASTE OF GULLAH
Native island heritage gets the star treatment at this celebration of all things Gullah. Lowcountry specialties such as barbecue ribs, shrimp and grits, conch stew, rice and beans, and okra gumbo will feed your body and soul. Enjoy storytelling, gospel music, De Aarts ob We People, hands-on crafts and more!
To reach Nancy K. Wellard email her at coastalartnews@gmail.com.
This story was originally published January 27, 2023 1:27 PM.
The Island NewsOysters and good music drew huge crowds to downtown Beaufort’s Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 21 and 22. The 3rd annual Beaufort Oyster Festival was free to enter, and patrons were able to buy tickets to purchase oysters and drinks while at the park.This is the second year that the festival has been held at the park. The first year it was held at the Beer Garden in Port Royal and was limited to 150 attendees due to COVID-19.“People love this beca...
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Oysters and good music drew huge crowds to downtown Beaufort’s Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 21 and 22. The 3rd annual Beaufort Oyster Festival was free to enter, and patrons were able to buy tickets to purchase oysters and drinks while at the park.
This is the second year that the festival has been held at the park. The first year it was held at the Beer Garden in Port Royal and was limited to 150 attendees due to COVID-19.
“People love this because it is so different and not something you can do year round,” President and CEO of the Beaufort Area Hospitality Association Ashlee Houck said. “I would say the festival this year drew three times the crowd than we had last year, and I think Saturday was so busy because people saw that there was going to be some rain on Sunday.”
The crowd ate their way through more than 250 bushels of fresh oysters. That does not include the oysters that were fried or incorporated into different oyster-based dishes by the various food vendors present.
Food vendors included Aramark with University of South Carolina Beaufort, Sea Eagle Market, Black Marlin Bayside Grill, Lady’s Island Oyster Inc., and Sutton Construction.
Once patrons were done with the oysters, they were asked to dump the oyster shells onto a huge pile of in a trailer in the center of the park for recycling.
“We want this festival to be an ethical one, and we don’t want any oyster shells making their way into the trash when they can be put back into the water,” Houck said.
As for the music, Houck said they wanted to keep the music local, but also wanted to bring in music that people do not see very often. Saturday’s headliner Blackhawk helped to draw fans to the festival.
Houck says that they are hoping to continue to grow the festival next year by adding more food vendors.
Delayna Earley lives in Beaufort with her husband, two children and Jack Russell. She spent six years as a videographer and photographer for The Island Packet and The Beaufort Gazette before leaving the Lowcountry in 2018. After freelancing in Myrtle Beach and Virginia, she joined The Island News when she moved back to Beaufort in 2022. She can be reached at delayna.theislandnews@gmail.com.
A Beaufort teen recovering from a spinal cord injury after falling from a Fripp Island roof over the summer will attend the NCAA Championship in Los Angeles with the help of a dream-granting organization, according to a press release.Anderson Jones, a 17-year-old Beaufort High School basketball player, and his family arrived in Los Angeles Friday with the help of Dream on 3, an organization dedicated to granting the “sports-themed dreams” of kids and...
A Beaufort teen recovering from a spinal cord injury after falling from a Fripp Island roof over the summer will attend the NCAA Championship in Los Angeles with the help of a dream-granting organization, according to a press release.
Anderson Jones, a 17-year-old Beaufort High School basketball player, and his family arrived in Los Angeles Friday with the help of Dream on 3, an organization dedicated to granting the “sports-themed dreams” of kids and young adults with life-altering medical conditions, mental health challenges and intellectual disabilities.
Anderson and his family will spend four days in Los Angeles attending pre-game events and getting a glimpse at what goes on behind the scenes in the world of college football, according to a press release.
In addition to a tour of the SoFi Stadium, and VIP tickets to concerts featuring artists like Pitbull and The Jonas Brothers, Anderson and his family will also be invited to the Allstate Championship Tailgate and official game press conference.
In June, Anderson fell from the roof of a Fripp Island home under construction where he had been hanging out with several friends after a day at the beach, according to previous reporting from the Island Packet and Beaufort Gazette. The friends rushed him in a golf cart to one of their homes where a parent then called 911 around 12:35 a.m.
The fall, officials said in the press release, caused severe trauma to his brain and left him paralyzed from the waist down. Anderson was taken to the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston with severe head and spine injuries. In July, Anderson went to the Shepherd Center in Atlanta, Georgia, for rehab and physical therapy.
“Despite his condition, Jones worked hard to regain brain function during his time at the Shepherd Center in Atlanta, Georgia this past summer,” officials said in the press release.
The “fierce and fiery” teen, as described by a spokesperson for the family on a GoFundMe page, fought hard toward recovery for six months at the center, hoping for a miracle to “help him defeat the odds and walk again.”
“And while we continue to pray for such, we also wish for Anderson to have the courage and strength to accept and optimize the path of recovery that Shepherd Rehab Center offers,” the spokesperson said. “We believe in our boy.”
The purpose of the trip, said Dream On 3 cofounder, Brandon Lindsey, is to give Anderson the opportunity to enjoy being a teenager again.
“These Dream Experiences are designed to provide joy, hope and encouragement to our Dream Kids,” Anderson said in a press release. “However, the true impact of the program includes every person that has been inspired by Anderson’s story, as we get to watch his dream come true together.”
Lesley Jones, Anderson’s mother, could not immediately be reached for comment.
There are thousands of high school students in South Carolina public schools, but each year only two are selected for the U.S. Youth Senate Program in Washington, D.C. This year, Madison Hahn, a senior at May River High School, is one of them.“I am so proud of you and for you and your family,” State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman said on a Zoom call with Hahn. “We’re so thankful and proud to have you represent the state of South Carolina.”Greenville County’s Kshiraj Talati also wo...
There are thousands of high school students in South Carolina public schools, but each year only two are selected for the U.S. Youth Senate Program in Washington, D.C. This year, Madison Hahn, a senior at May River High School, is one of them.
“I am so proud of you and for you and your family,” State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman said on a Zoom call with Hahn. “We’re so thankful and proud to have you represent the state of South Carolina.”
Greenville County’s Kshiraj Talati also won. Hahn and Talati, along with two representatives from each of the other 49 states, will receive a $10,000 college scholarship from The Hearst Foundation, which funds the program.
In March, they will attend briefings and meetings with Biden, U.S. senators, a Supreme Court justice, cabinet members, federal agency leaders and members of the national media, according to the program website.
After being nominated as an alternate last year, Hahn said she is excited to go to Washington for the first time.
“The experience is so unique to anything else. It’s crazy that you can really put face to a name, shake a hand,” she said. “I’m so excited to see these people and be able to see the Capitol.”
Hahn qualified by holding a leadership position — class president — and was then nominated by teachers.
“I was nominated this year because of my success last year,” Hahn said, explaining that last year she went to every social studies teacher she knew and told them how much she wanted to be in the program.
Once nominated, candidates took a test on the constitution, government, civics, politics and current events. The state’s top 10 scores were interviewed by a panel including Department of Education employees, University of South Carolina political science faculty and members of U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham’s campaign team.
“At that point, it’s all about your performance in the interview,” Hahn said. “I’ve done a lot of stuff through my Youth in Government program and I do mock trial and mock appeals. That’s really helped me learn how to answer questions well, think on my feet well, and try to be a little bit more articulate in high-pressure situations.”
Hahn said she wants to study political science and international business for her undergraduate degree and then go to law school to be a corporate or intelligence property lawyer.
“You’re going to be so successful wherever you go,” Spearman said on the Zoom.
This story was originally published December 29, 2022 11:56 AM.
An off-duty firefighter apparently saved a man who went into cardiac arrest Tuesday at the Planet Fitness in Beaufort.Seeing Lt. Adam Jordan at the Planet Fitness on Robert Smalls Parkway is not unusual, especially if it’s his day off work from the City of Beaufort/Town of Port Royal Fire Department. Just befo...
An off-duty firefighter apparently saved a man who went into cardiac arrest Tuesday at the Planet Fitness in Beaufort.
Seeing Lt. Adam Jordan at the Planet Fitness on Robert Smalls Parkway is not unusual, especially if it’s his day off work from the City of Beaufort/Town of Port Royal Fire Department. Just before 9:30 a.m., Jordan and his wife were exercising when she heard someone yell.
“My wife said, ‘I think someone is hurt,’” Jordan said. “I found someone blue with trouble breathing, their pulse was thready.”
Jordan immediately went to work performing CPR while a gym employee, Don Martz, grabbed the automated external defibrillator (AED), a machine used to deliver an electrical shock to restore a person’s heartbeat.
“In five years with the company, I’ve pulled the machine twice and used it once [on Tuesday],” Martz said. “We’ve only had two emergencies where they’ve taken people away.”
Once the first shock was administered at 9:35 a.m., Jordan said the man responded immediately.
“The man grunted, fluttered his eyelids,” he said. “I talked to him a little bit, I said, ‘Welcome back.’ He responded back to me.”
The incident happened the morning after an NFL football player, Damar Hamlin with the Buffalo Bills, collapsed on the field in Cincinnati during Monday Night Football after going into cardiac arrest. Doctors were able to restart his heart before he was taken away by ambulance. Hamlin on Wednesday was still in critical condition.
When the fire department was sent out to the gym after the manager, Alex Gregory, called 911, they had no idea they would find one of their own at the scene.
“I heard the call coming in through dispatch and heard, ‘customer doing CPR,’ not realizing it was one of our guys,” said Chief Ross Vezin a spokesperson for the department. “Ultimately, that [CPR] and AED saved his life.”
The man who went into cardiac arrest at the Beaufort gym ended up staying overnight at the hospital, but was in good condition as of Wednesday, Gregory said. He is not being identified to protect his privacy.
Administering CPR and chest compression as soon as possible is essential in emergency situations like this one, said responding paramedic and City of Beaufort/Town of Port Royal Fire Department Lt. David Evans.
“In emergency situations, we’re thinking a certain way; when we know someone [who is CPR-certified] is there, it’s better because we know those steps have already been taken,” Evans said. He said once he saw Adam Jordan, he knew “we had someone that knew what to do.”
This story was originally published January 4, 2023 3:40 PM.