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 James Island, 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 James Island, 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 James Island, 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.
Two James Island food-and-beverage establishments have quietly closed their doors.O’Brion’s Pub & Grille shuttered its 10-plus-year location at the Publix-anchored Merchant’s Village Shopping Center adjacent to Harborview Road. It did not respond to a request for comment.O'Brion's also has a Mount Pleasant location, but had not been affiliated with the James Island location for several years, according to the current owner.Separately, My Fat...
Two James Island food-and-beverage establishments have quietly closed their doors.
O’Brion’s Pub & Grille shuttered its 10-plus-year location at the Publix-anchored Merchant’s Village Shopping Center adjacent to Harborview Road. It did not respond to a request for comment.
O'Brion's also has a Mount Pleasant location, but had not been affiliated with the James Island location for several years, according to the current owner.
Separately, My Father’s Mustache, an English-style pub that expanded three years ago from East Cooper to James Island Center on Maybank Highway, posted a sign on its door stating it closed June 21 to “step aside and allow another local business to blossom.” It had occupied a space that had previously housed J. Paul'z and Cure.
The original My Father’s Mustache on Ben Sawyer Boulevard in Mount Pleasant remains open.
Will Sherrod of NAI Charleston, broker for the James Island Center, said the space is undergoing a rebranding and not currently available for lease. Whatnow.com reported the new name will be Charlotte's on Maybank.
Hawaiian-inspired footwear brand OluKai is bringing its laid-back island style to downtown Charleston.
The lifestyle label has opened its newest — and largest — retail location at 338 King St. in the former Francesca’s boutique space near George Street.
The the 1,803-square-foot store is OluKai’s 11th and the 24th retail location for its parent company, Archipelago Companies. The footwear shop carries a full line of men’s and women’s sandals, sneakers, slippers, golf shoes and hats.
In a nod to local and island cultures, the store features sweetgrass baskets by fifth-generation Gullah Geechee artisan Corey Alston, displayed alongside Hawaiian weaving techniques, pineapple accents and haint blue ceilings.
A South Carolina-founded convenience store chain that has grown to more than 240 locations has promoted its co-presidents to co-CEOs.
Refuel executives Travis Smith and Jon Rier will assume their new roles July 1. Mark Jordan, founder and current CEO, will become board chairman.
According to the company, Smith is credited with co-founding FR Refuel with First Reserve, a Texas-based private equity firm that invested in the chain in 2019. He's also led the company's acquisition-based growth strategy, expanding Refuel from Charleston to cities across the Southeast since 2016.
Rier joined Refuel in 2019 as chief financial officer.
Both were appointed as co-presidents in January 2024.
“Their elevation to co-CEOs reflects the confidence we all have in their abilities and their commitment to continuing to build an extraordinary company,” Jordan said in a statement.
Refuel was founded in 2008. Eight stores came online last year and 10 more are expected to follow in 2025. In May, it was the first retailer to open at Santee Cooper's Camp Hall industrial park in Berkeley County.
A new destination has bloomed along the Clements Ferry Road corridor.
The Market at Peninsula Cove blends a specialty plant shop, retail clothing store and outdoor event space into one concept. It's located at the entrance to the Peninsula Cove neighborhood,
The business offers specialty plants, fresh vegetables, herbs and cut flowers alongside a selection of women’s clothing, handbags and jewelry. The property, formerly known for hosting vendor booths in a farmers market-style setup, was recently reimagined by owner Melissa Brown as a plant-forward retail experience.
The expansive grassy lawn, outfitted with picnic tables and oversized lawn games, hosts community gatherings, pet-and-owner meetups and sip-and-paint nights.
A new café is bringing all-day breakfast to downtown Charleston.
Broad Street Café officially opened June 20 at 19 Broad St., taking over the former Bagels by Kiss space. It's open Monday through Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The menu features breakfast sandwiches, biscuits, bagels, pastries, muffins, coffee along with a variety of lunch offering.
The café is run by Samantha Weston and Anne and Tom Caufmann.
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - A decades-old plan for a Johns Island neighborhood and golf course gets the green light from Charleston County leaders.A plan called the Orange Hill Planned Development project is the works to add a 120-home neighborhood and a golf course is set for about 933 acres of land along Rivers and Bohicket Roads on Johns Island. Project developers, Kiawah Resort Associates LP, are working to use just over 720 acres of that land for the development called ‘Real Property’, ...
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - A decades-old plan for a Johns Island neighborhood and golf course gets the green light from Charleston County leaders.
A plan called the Orange Hill Planned Development project is the works to add a 120-home neighborhood and a golf course is set for about 933 acres of land along Rivers and Bohicket Roads on Johns Island. Project developers, Kiawah Resort Associates LP, are working to use just over 720 acres of that land for the development called ‘Real Property’, according to plans. The over 200 acres remaining will be under a conservancy tract.
Kiawah Resort Associates LP partner and project applicant, Jordan Phillips, says the project benefits the area as a solution to golf course demands.
“The project will really help alleviate compaction on golf courses and provide additional residential housing units,” Phillips says.
Current proposed plans are a change from an 180-home idea that developers presented to the Charleston County Council in 2005. District 8 Councilmember Joe Boykin says development with original plans would impact Charleston County’s Urban Growth Boundary.
“I think in the end, it was far better than the by-right development plan they already had,” Boykin says. “If this had been done a long time ago, this area would have been out of the Urban Growth Boundary and probably not have been supported, but it predates that.”
Charleston County Council approved to move forward on the development in a first reading on Tuesday. Boykin calls the plan a “win-win” for the area as developers included support efforts towards affordable housing in the area.
The Charleston County Community Development and Revitalization Department, which focuses on housing and communities, will get $1 million in property funds. Those funds will come from the project over the course of five years. Developers say another $500,000 will go towards the Sea Island Habitat for Humanity.
Boykin says the housing contributions are a chance to keep money on the island.
“We have a real problem with workers going to Kiawah to support that, well, one of Charleston County’s largest employers,” Boykin says. “They can’t afford to live on Johns Island, so they come from far off, which causes more congestion on our roadways. So this is a win-win all the way around.”
A second reading of the plan by council leaders will take place on July 22. A public hearing will also take place.
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JAMES ISLAND — A local IHOP has closed its doors following a heaping stack of health code violations.The location at 771 Daniel Ellis Drive off Folly Road received 11 consecutive “C” ratings after visits to the restaurant since March, according to S.C. Department of Agriculture records.IHOP had been in the James Island location ...
JAMES ISLAND — A local IHOP has closed its doors following a heaping stack of health code violations.
The location at 771 Daniel Ellis Drive off Folly Road received 11 consecutive “C” ratings after visits to the restaurant since March, according to S.C. Department of Agriculture records.
IHOP had been in the James Island location since 2014, replacing the Ruby Tuesday restaurant.
The roughly 5,500-square-foot building is now for lease for $38 a square foot.
Mandy Coleman with National Restaurant Properties LLC, who represents the out-of-state owner, said on Friday that IHOP had already removed a number of kitchen equipment items and dismantled several booths before she came to change the locks.
Coleman said the space could be leased to another restaurant or a different user.
The chain's corporate office did not respond to a request for comment on the James Island restaurant’s closure or the health code violation reports.
Violations documented at the James Island IHOP during the most recent inspection on May 12 found expired packaged bell peppers, which were encased in a “bloated” bag and several items not being held to a safe temperature including grits, liquid eggs, butter packets, creamers, and cut citrus, according to the report.
Inspectors also found containers of ham, steak and pancake batter expired by more than seven days as well as unclean silverware, pans on dirty shelves and pans with baked-on food particles.
There were also a number of fruit flies observed in the dishes area.
Records show the restaurant had gotten several “A” ratings over the years. Its only “B” rating in 2025 was received on Feb. 25.
Regular food service inspections by the Department of Agriculture focus on “practices identified as most likely to cause a foodborne illness if they are not done properly.”
For any retail food establishment earning less than 78 points, or a "C" rating, food safety practices "need significant improvement,” the department states.
The state agency did not indicate it was forcing IHOP to close. It scheduled another follow-up visit set for May 22.
Four other IHOP locations remain open in the area, in Mount Pleasant, North Charleston and Summerville. The chain has 27 locations statewide, according to the company.
IHOP had updated its online locations by June 13 to remove the James Island restaurant.
The chain, once known as the International House of Pancakes, has expanded its menu beyond breakfast foods. It's owned by Dine Brands Global Inc., which operates mot IHOP locations under franchise agreements. The Pasadena, Calif.,-based holding company also owns Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar.
JAMES ISLAND, S.C. (WCSC) - A James Island pharmacy is one of 14 organizations in South Carolina to receive a portion of over $6 million in state funds designed to promote treating opioid abuse disorder and prevent the overprescribing of opioids.Dottie’s Pharmacy is receiving slightly more than $480,000 in state funds to help make treatment more accessible in the state. The pharmacy is working to do that by communicating with patients, distributing Narcan boxes and increasing patient access to treatments that lower opioid addict...
JAMES ISLAND, S.C. (WCSC) - A James Island pharmacy is one of 14 organizations in South Carolina to receive a portion of over $6 million in state funds designed to promote treating opioid abuse disorder and prevent the overprescribing of opioids.
Dottie’s Pharmacy is receiving slightly more than $480,000 in state funds to help make treatment more accessible in the state. The pharmacy is working to do that by communicating with patients, distributing Narcan boxes and increasing patient access to treatments that lower opioid addiction.
The funds, over $6 million in all, come from the South Carolina Opioid Recovery Fund Board. Treatments include long-lasting injectable medications such as Vivitrol, Brixadi and Sublocade. Clinical Pharmacy Manager Joe Longo calls the drugs “wonderful” because they work by lowering cravings for opioids in patients.
“You’re not waiting for the weekend and saying, ‘Oh, do I have enough medication? Is my pharmacy in stock?’” Longo says. “The one medication lasts for the whole month.”
Longo says there are accessibility barriers for doctors and patients to get the medication. He says the barriers stem from the drug’s $2,000-price tag. Longo says the price makes insurance coverage hard to obtain by doctors offices and patients.
The pharmacy is using the funds to help doctors get insurance company approval for the drugs, which allows pharmacists to fill prescriptions that patients receive.
Some patients may not be able to afford the injectables. Longo says the grant funds are helping with patient co-payments to eliminate the patient’s bill completely.
Leaders of the Lowcountry nonprofit Wake Up Carolina say their resource center sees opioid overdoses on a regular basis. Program Director Tim Maguire says access to resources without insurance policies poses an issue for people in recovery.
“Not even just having an insurance policy or having the financial means to do it but, ‘What are those resources?’ ‘What do those resources look like?” Maguire says.
Longo says the injectables help lower opioid abuse disorder stigma, such as associations to pill capsule medications like suboxone.
Maguire says it’s important to lower stigma barriers as overdoses or fentanyl poisoning is an issue that can happen anywhere.
“It’s [opioid abuse disorder] everywhere,” Maguire says. “So understanding that if you have Narcan on you, that doesn’t mean that you have someone that uses opioids that lives with you or that you use opioids yourself. You just never know where you may come across someone that is overdosing.”
The pharmacy applied for their second year of grant funds to continue their efforts. They could receive those funds as early as October if that grant is approved.
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JOHNS ISLAND, S.C. (WCSC) - A new county park is coming to Johns Island.Lowcountry Land Trust and Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission are working to restore waterway access to the public after acquiring 66 acres of land. Just over $2.6 million was part of the land purchase, as well as some being donated to the Lowcountry Land Trust.“It’s no secret that Johns Island is facing a tremendous amount of growth, and so any conservation projects like this that protect natural resources on the island and provide...
JOHNS ISLAND, S.C. (WCSC) - A new county park is coming to Johns Island.
Lowcountry Land Trust and Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission are working to restore waterway access to the public after acquiring 66 acres of land. Just over $2.6 million was part of the land purchase, as well as some being donated to the Lowcountry Land Trust.
“It’s no secret that Johns Island is facing a tremendous amount of growth, and so any conservation projects like this that protect natural resources on the island and provide access to the public to enjoy these properties is a big success,” Charleston County Greenbelt Program Deputy Director Chris Dubuque said.
Right now, the area about three miles north of the Angel Oak is mostly woods, but once it’s converted to a county park, it will allow waterway access as well as opportunities to walk, hike and participate in paddle sports.
The project, involving the land around Simmons Creek, aims to restore the community’s historic access to the water while preserving the area’s natural beauty and ecological health. The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission will manage the property once turned into a county park. The project will also protect the surrounding forests and fields and preserve water quality.
The goal is to keep the area as natural as possible while allowing everyone in the community to enjoy it.
“With the exception of any minimal improvements to make it accessible to the public, what type of improvements would that be? Well, it would probably be parking improvements one day, maybe a restroom, maybe an improved dock to provide access to the waterway. Accessibility is the main concern for our agency, so making sure the trails are accessible for people of all abilities,” Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission Senior Planner Matt Moldenhauer said.
Several organizations were crucial in making it all come together. The Lowcountry Land Trust and Charleston County Parks and Recreation Commission worked together to develop the project, and the Charleston County Greenbelt Department and State Conservation Bank, along with generous donors, worked to fund it.
With this project, the Angel Oak Preserve, and the recent acquisitions of Main Road Park and Grayson Oaks, the goal is to build a vibrant network of conserved lands honoring the island’s unique character and enhancing the community’s connection to nature.
“Sometimes that means trying to do land protection projects that are side by side, but there is also the ability to do things that are in the vicinity of each other where animals for instance might be able to use multiple of these properties to meet their lifecycle needs,” Lowcountry Land Trust Chief Conservation Officer David Ray said.
Dubuque said it’s a long process, and the application indicated more than five years before it would be open to the public. The county will be taking public input as it goes about designing the park in the future.
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