Junk Removal in Columbia, SC
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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 Columbia, 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:
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The Top Junk Removal Company in Columbia, SC
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.
What is Junk Removal in South Carolina?
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:
Call or Click
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.
Haul Away
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!
Time and Date
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.
What Are the Most Common Junk Removal Items?
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 Columbia, SC, here are some of the most common items we remove:
Mattresses
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!
Refrigerators
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.
Flat Screen TVs
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.
Your First Choice for General Labor in Columbia, SC
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.
General Labor Services for Residential Needs
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:
Garage Cleanouts:
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.
Yard Debris Cleanup:
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!
Assembly Services:
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.
General Labor Services for Commercial Needs:
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:
- Interior Cleaning & Maintenance
- Exterior Cleaning & Maintenance
- Window Washing
- Office Cleanouts
- Moving Services
- Parking Lot Surfacing
- Much More
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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 Columbia, 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.
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Celebrate Black History Month with these Columbia-area events
Win Hammond Special to Free Timeshttps://www.postandcourier.com/free-times/news/black-history-month-columbia-sc-events/article_5002ad5e-df2b-11ef-8ad1-9b5d6419516a.html
For more than a century, Americans have celebrated Black History Month during February to honor, educate and experience the legacy of Black culture and activism. And this month is a prime time to experience the Midlands's rich legacy of African American excellence. Keep reading for a roundup of 11 events to check out this month:Historic Columbia Journey to FreedomWhen: Wednesdays - Saturdays at 1:30 p.m., Sunday at 3 p.m.Where: Tours start at the Gift Shop at the Robert Mills house, 1616 Blanding St.Price: $15 f...
For more than a century, Americans have celebrated Black History Month during February to honor, educate and experience the legacy of Black culture and activism. And this month is a prime time to experience the Midlands's rich legacy of African American excellence. Keep reading for a roundup of 11 events to check out this month:
Historic Columbia Journey to Freedom
When: Wednesdays - Saturdays at 1:30 p.m., Sunday at 3 p.m.
Where: Tours start at the Gift Shop at the Robert Mills house, 1616 Blanding St.
Price: $15 for non-member adults
Throughout the entire month, Historic Columbia will be hosting their “Journey To Freedom” tour. “Journey To Freedom” guides its guests through two houses, each more than a century old. One housed a local Black entrepreneurial family and another belonged to human rights advocate Modjeska Simkins during the late-1800s. Bookings are available for Wednesday through Saturday. Visit historiccolumbia.org for more information.
Richland County Library Hands on Art: Black History Month Crafts
When: Feb. 4, 17, 25 at 10:30 a.m.
Where: St. Andrews, Wheatley and Blythewood branches
Price: free
The Richland County Library is offering a way for your kids to get their hands on a piece of history. Your local library may be hosting one of the events that offers fun for the whole family. Note: the library advises you to dress for a mess. Find out more at richlandlibrary.com
Richland County Library Black History Storytime
When: Feb. 1, 6, 8, 12, 13, 15, 20, 21, 22, 27
Where: Ballentine, Blythewood, Cooper, Edgewood, Lower Richland, Main, Northeast, Sandhills and Southeast branches
Price: free
The Richland County Library will also be offering story time for kids on assorted dates throughout February. Dates are open to all ages, but are catered toward children up to five years old. Find out more at richlandlibrary.com
Watch Freely: Black History Month Film Series: "Fences"
When: Feb. 3, 5 p.m.
Where: Richland County Library Edgewood branch
Starting price: Free
Join the Richland County Library for the first event in their Watch Freely Black History Month series featuring "Fences." The film is an adaptation of August Wilson’s 1985 play tells the story of a Black family in 1950s Pittsburgh as they navigate family troubles, masculinity and discrimination. It also stars Denzel Washington and Viola Davis in it, what’s not to like? Find out more at richlandlibrary.com
Ernest Lee “The Chicken Man” at The Columbia S.C. Visitor’s Center
When: Feb. 8, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: Columbia Visitors Center, 1120 Lincoln St.
Price: Free
The Columbia Visitors Center will be featuring Columbia’s iconic “Chicken Man,” Ernest Lee. He will be there in the flesh with some of his iconic folk art for sale. Visit experiencecolumbiasc.com for more info.
Letron Brantley and Friends Live! The Soul Jazz Experience
When: Feb. 8, 8 p.m.
Where: Chayz Lounge
Starting price: $30
West Columbia’s own Jazz Bistro will be featuring Letron “L-Train” Brantley. A native of South Carolina, the saxophonist brings an electrifying experience to the venue where small bites such as crab cakes and craft cocktails are available for purchase. Visit chayzlounge.com
South Carolina Gospel Quartet Black History Celebration
When: Feb. 15 3 p.m.
Where: 7156 Cabin Creek Rd., Hopkins
Price: $20 advance, $25 at the door
The South Carolina Gospel Quartet will be hosting seven gospel artists and groups, including Doc McKenzie to celebrate Black History Month. The event also includes catering by local businesses at Ladson’s Chapel Baptist Church in Hopkins. Find tickets and more info at eventbrite.com
Friends of African American Art and Culture
When: Feb. 15, 6 p.m.
Where: Columbia Museum of Art
Price: $55 individual tickets, $100 couple discount
FAAAC will be hosting a pokeno night featuring Black art, prizes and drinks (available for purchase) at the Columbia Museum of Art. The game is a combination of poker and keno (or lotto) which creates a game most similar to bingo. Dressing for a night on the town is encouraged. Visit columbiamuseum.org for more info.
Listervelt Middleton Lecture Series
When: Feb. 18, 7 p.m.
Where: Benedict College Fine Arts Humanities Center
Price: Free
Benedict College welcomes Morehouse College Associate Dean of Graduate Medical Education Dr. Riba C. Kelsey for its annual Listervelt Middleton Lecture Series. Dr. Kelsey has won awards for her role in medical education at Morehouse, and published several studies about attitudes and experiences of Black patients in medical settings. Visit benedict.edu for more info.
Richland Two Black History Month Wax Museum
When: Feb. 24
Where: Richland Two Conference Center, 763 Fashion Drive, Columbia, SC
Starting price: Free
No, not an actual wax museum. Richland Two will be showing off local students’ showcases of famous Black figures throughout history. Entertainment and light refreshments will be provided. Visit richland2.org for more info.
KevOnStage Back Pew Tour
When: Feb. 21
Where: Forward City Church, 7006 Two Notch Rd.
Starting price: $37.50
NAACP Image Award winning comedian Kevin Fredericks is coming to Columbia. Fredericks is known for his Bald Brothers series, and other gospel-inspired crowd work comedy. Come ready to laugh with the crowd, or maybe even the crowd laugh at you. Visit kevonstage.com for more info.
Get your culture fix at these 6 Columbia-area events this February
Vincent Harris Special to Free Timeshttps://www.postandcourier.com/free-times/arts/things-to-do-events-circus-columbia-sc/article_732cfc54-d9c6-11ef-9643-17c0d03aaa3c.html
February is filled with various cultural events around Columbia, from Broadway-caliber musicals to breathtaking dance recitals. Here are just a few of the cultural and family-friendly events from around the Midlands this month — and stay tuned for a separate Black History Month roundup, too.Feb. 2: More than Rhythm: A Black Music Series featuring Tammy Kernodle @ Columbia Museum of ArtArranger, pianist, singer and scholar Tammy Kernodle kicks off Black History Month with the opening concert in the “More Than Rhyth...
February is filled with various cultural events around Columbia, from Broadway-caliber musicals to breathtaking dance recitals. Here are just a few of the cultural and family-friendly events from around the Midlands this month — and stay tuned for a separate Black History Month roundup, too.
Feb. 2: More than Rhythm: A Black Music Series featuring Tammy Kernodle @ Columbia Museum of Art
Arranger, pianist, singer and scholar Tammy Kernodle kicks off Black History Month with the opening concert in the “More Than Rhythm” series. Kernodle plans a trio performance of “She Sang Freedom,” a piece chronicling the journey of Black women as musicians and artists over the last four centuries. Prior to the show, Kernodle will discuss her unique approach and career with series host and ethnomusicologist Dr. Birgitta Johnson. Visit columbiamuseum.org for showtime and ticket information.
Feb. 5: The USC Symphony Orchestra presents Rising Stars @ Koger Center for the Arts
This performance is an excellent opportunity to see some of USC’s most talented orchestral performers. The show focuses on the winners of the 2024-25 Concerto-aria Competition, namely Sadie Becht, Horn; Cydney Marie Washington, Mezzo-soprano; and Sharon Yi-Hsuan Wu, Piano. Guest conductors Jordan Brooks and Edvan Moraes join conductor Scott Weiss, and the program includes challenging and exhilarating works by Gra?yna Bacewicz, Massenet, W. A. Mozart, Reinhold Glière, Rachmaninoff and Darius Milhaud. Visit kogercenterforthearts.com for showtime and ticket information.
Feb. 8: The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey present The Greatest Show on Earth @ Colonial Life Arena
Grab the kids and head to Colonial Life Arena for a trip back in time that might make you feel like a kid again. Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey have prepared a dazzling show, the greatest on Earth, actually. Thrill at the daredevils on the triangular highwire and the flying trapeze, weave and wobble with the rider of the world’s largest unicycle and get ready for some soaring stunt bikes. Visit coloniallifearena.com for showtime and ticket information.
Feb. 8: SC Ballet presents Romeo & Juliet @ Koger Center for the Arts
The timeless love story of “Romeo and Juliet” lives on thanks to the South Carolina Ballet. While the dancers perform Tchaikovsky’s gorgeous ballet, they’ll be accompanied by live music from the South Carolina Ballet Orchestra under the direction of Scott Weiss, with typically stunning staging by William Starrett. Visit kogercenterforthearts.com for showtime and ticket information.
Feb. 14: The USC School of Music presents Symphonic Winds" Connections @ Koger Center for the Arts
Joined by USC’s Percussion Ensemble, the School of Music’s “Symphonic Winds” program features exuberant pieces like the opener, Steven Bryant’s “Radiant Joy,” Julie Giroux’s piece “The Mosque at Cordoba,” Henry Fillmore’s “The Circus Bee” and more. Catch a joyful and soothing performance from musicians who are right down the road from you. Visit kogercenterforthearts.com for showtime and ticket information.
Feb. 15: SC Jazz Masterworks Ensemble presents Jazz is for Lovers @ Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College
It’s scheduled for the day AFTER Valentine’s Day, but you might want to delay your date a day so you can take your special someone to this performance by the SC Jazz Masterworks Ensemble. This year’s edition of the “Jazz Is For Lovers” concert features pop classics and jazz standards — and top-notch playing. Visit harbisontheatre.org for showtime and ticket information.
Overhaul of Columbia’s ‘Malfunction Junction’ leads to lawsuit against SCDOT. What we know
Morgan Hugheshttps://www.thestate.com/news/local/article298104023.html
The South Carolina Department of Transportation’s efforts to overhaul ‘Malfunction Junction’ — the messy tangle of interchanges for Interstates 20, 26 and 126 north of downtown Columbia — has led to one area property owner suing the state agency.The company Columbia Alto 18, which is based in Delaware, is suing SCDOT after the agency purchased land from the company as part of the major road project.The issue is complicated, dealing with the state’s eminent domain laws, which allow the governm...
The South Carolina Department of Transportation’s efforts to overhaul ‘Malfunction Junction’ — the messy tangle of interchanges for Interstates 20, 26 and 126 north of downtown Columbia — has led to one area property owner suing the state agency.
The company Columbia Alto 18, which is based in Delaware, is suing SCDOT after the agency purchased land from the company as part of the major road project.
The issue is complicated, dealing with the state’s eminent domain laws, which allow the government to buy private property when there is a public need as long as the property owner is given “just compensation.”
But the property owner is arguing that because of the agency’s purchase, a fire vault, which is a suppression system for buildings connected to separate water lines and water meters, must be relocated on the property. The property owner wants SCDOT to help pay to move the fire vault. The transportation department has refused, according to the suit.
Because it has not been relocated, the property owner claims they have been fined $1,200 daily by the Fire Marshal. The property owner claims to have accumulated $65,000 in fines, pushing SCDOT to pay what they see as the agency’s fair share.
The State could find no evidence that those fines have been issued. City, county and state fire marshal offices have no records of issuing the fines, those offices say.
The case is emerging as SCDOT is still more than half a decade out from completing the project, which is one of the largest road reconstructions in state history. A hearing to determine if the lawsuit against SCDOT has legs is scheduled for Feb. 12. before state Judge Daniel Coble in Richland County.
In May 2021, SCDOT initiated the eminent domain process to purchase just under .3 acres from the company, which owns a large commercial building on roughly 17 acres at 2340 Broad River Road, near the Broad River Road/I-20 interchange.
SCDOT is in the midst of a more than $2 billion, 14-mile overhaul of the interstate corridor there where the three interstates I-20, 26 and 126 meet, a project called Carolina Crossroads. Construction on that project began in 2021 and is expected to last beyond 2030.
To acquire a right-of-way for that project, SCDOT paid $150,000 for the roughly .3 acres of the 2340 Broad River Road site, which included money that was used to relocate the fire vault on the property a first time, the legal complaint against SCDOT, filed Nov. 5, 2024, notes.
The problem for the property owner came when SCDOT came back looking to acquire an additional 3,500 square feet, or less than a tenth of an acre, according to the suit. The SCDOT and the property owner agreed to a price of $85,000 for that property.
But in April 2024, the property owner “first became aware that SCDOT required a second relocation of the fire vault to ensure the vault could clear the new right-of-way,” the complaint reads.
The property owner’s attorney then contacted SCDOT’s attorneys asking for help relocating the fire vault, but the property owner received no response from SCDOT, the lawsuit claims.
“Instead, SCDOT’s actions resulted in the fire suppression system at the commercial building being shut off,” the suit claims. And for not having a functioning fire suppression system, the property owner says they are being fined $1,200 per day by the Fire Marshal.
“As a result of these actions, the Fire Marshal placed Landowner on fire watch notice. Due to the fire watch, Landowner has incurred fire watch fees for the Property at a cost of $1,200 per day starting July 26, 2024, for a total of $64,575 caused by SCDOT’s actions,” the complaint reads.
The suit does not specify which fire marshal issued the fines. The Richland County Fire Marshal confirmed that the property is under its jurisdiction and that it had been under “fire watch” between July 25, 2024 and Sept. 6, 2024, but that no fines had been issued. The state Fire Marshal and city of Columbia Fire Marshall also did not have records of issuing any fines.
Richland County also said that the fire watch was issued “due to missing ceiling tiles and water pressure issues, all of which were corrected.”
Two months before filing the lawsuit against SCDOT, the property owner requested, via attorneys, that SCDOT pay $196,597.48 to cover the cost of relocating the fire vault. SCDOT has not responded to the request, according to the complaint.
SCDOT declined to speak with The State for this article, with a spokesperson emailing that the department “does not offer commentary on matters related to pending litigation.”
But in a response to the complaint, attorneys for the state agency are asking a judge to dismiss the case, arguing that the agency paid the “Plaintiff’s predecessor” an amount that both parties agreed to, “and plaintiff released SCDOT from any and all further claims related to the acquisition.”
The department’s response also states that because the property owner did not file a challenge under the state’s eminent domain procedure, the property owner “concedes that SCDOT’s acquisitions were necessary and for a public purpose,” and that SCDOT followed the eminent domain process laid out in state law.
Attorneys for the Delaware-based property company, Matthew Abee and Yasmeen Ebbini, did not respond to multiple requests for more information.
Judge Coble will consider the motion to dismiss the case at a hearing scheduled for Feb. 12. in state circuit court in Richland County.
This story was originally published January 28, 2025 at 12:56 PM.
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