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 Kiawah 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 Kiawah 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 Kiawah 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.
Kiawah Island broke a record with $1.07 billion in home sales in 2024 even as annual transactions normalize after the pandemic spike.In all, 447 properties sold last year on the seaside resort community. The total is much closer to the typical annual volume of 318 closed properties in 2019 that sold for $300 million than the 656 sold for $807 million in 2020.The biggest change is the prices.“What’s interesting is the pace of sales has dropped to normalcy,” said Dan Whalen, president of Kiawah Island Rea...
Kiawah Island broke a record with $1.07 billion in home sales in 2024 even as annual transactions normalize after the pandemic spike.
In all, 447 properties sold last year on the seaside resort community. The total is much closer to the typical annual volume of 318 closed properties in 2019 that sold for $300 million than the 656 sold for $807 million in 2020.
The biggest change is the prices.
“What’s interesting is the pace of sales has dropped to normalcy,” said Dan Whalen, president of Kiawah Island Real Estate. “We’re selling a similar number of properties prior to COVID, but the average price went up exponentially.”
Founded 45 years ago, KIRE is the island’s primary real estate brokerage. Of the $1.07 billion in closed sales for 2024, the agency handled 80 percent of the volume, or roughly $825 million in transactions.
The overall 2024 sales eked out the island's previous 2021 record of $1.04 billion from 733 transactions.
“It’s still that old economic equation of supply and demand,” Whalen said. “We have had very little inventory since we got through COVID in 2020 and 2021.”
As of Jan. 1, the island had 113 homes for sale out of a total of about 4,800 properties. A healthy inventory is about 8 percent to 10 percent, but current resales equate to 1.5 percent, Whalen noted.
Pricing for single-family homes stabilized somewhat in 2024 after years of high growth, with the average sale price recorded at $3.88 million and the median sale price at nearly $2.98 million, versus $3.66 million and almost $3 million, respectively, in 2023.
As single-family prices continue to increase, buyers are looking to the island’s 1,600 other dwellings as points of entry, Whalen said.
“Our villa and cottage market has gone through the roof with sales up 79 percent,” Whalen said. “Before, if a person’s budget to get on Kiawah was $1 million or $1.5 million, there were a fair number of single-family homes in that price point.”
Median prices for villas and cottages have increased by 104 percent year-over-year.
For the second consecutive year, more than 20 homes on Kiawah Island sold for more than $5 million.
Among the priciest transactions of 2024:
Whalen said buyers are still a mix of moving within the island, coming from drive-to markets like Charlotte or making major moves from New York and California.
Chicago resident Alison Beitzel and her husband will close on their first Kiawah property on Valentine's Day after five years of looking to buy a vacation getaway on the island.
Beitzel grew up in Ohio traveling to South Carolina every summer and plans to continue the tradition with her grown sons once she completes renovations.
"We decided Kiawah would be our spot and went there a couple years ago to begin looking," Beitzel said. "I think my husband had us ride our bikes on every single road to view properties."
While Beitzel said other South Carolina spots like Hilton Head are attractive, Kiawah Island offers more for its residents with a golf course membership, restaurants, amenities, a home with a marsh view and easy access to Charleston.
"Kiawah is quintessential Lowcountry and to be near a pretty decent size city is a huge selling point," she said. "We've traveled the world, and Charleston is one of our favorite cities for sure."
Like golf itself, the landscape of golf real estate is experiencing a renaissance, driven by a perfect storm of factors that extend well beyond the traditional appeal of a links lifestyle. While the sight of homes along fairways probably won’t excite most golfers mid-round, the dream of owning property alongside a course or in a residential golf community is in exceedingly high demand.This resurgence is evident in golf communities across the country, from the coastal shores of South Carolina to the Hill Country of Texas and the ...
Like golf itself, the landscape of golf real estate is experiencing a renaissance, driven by a perfect storm of factors that extend well beyond the traditional appeal of a links lifestyle. While the sight of homes along fairways probably won’t excite most golfers mid-round, the dream of owning property alongside a course or in a residential golf community is in exceedingly high demand.
This resurgence is evident in golf communities across the country, from the coastal shores of South Carolina to the Hill Country of Texas and the Hawaiian Islands.
Take Kiawah Island, where 2024 marked the most successful year in the resort island’s history, with over $1 billion in total sales volume across 447 transactions, surpassing even the COVID-era peak of 2021. The average sale price reached $3.8 million, with 20 home sales exceeding $5 million on Kiawah Island, which has five resort courses and two private layouts, with a third on the way.
"The continuing strength of the real estate market on Kiawah Island further solidifies our belief that the desire to be a part of this exceptional community is much more enduring than a cyclical trend," says Chris Randolph, Managing Partner at South Street Partners.
A key element in play is a fundamental shift in how people view these communities.
Rob Duckett, President of Operations at South Street, has observed a significant transformation in residential patterns. "There’s been this migration to these safe-haven communities, and COVID heightened the demand,” Duckett said, pointing to Palmetto Bluff in South Carolina as an example. The Lowcountry community has seen full-time residency climb past 50% – up from 30% to 40% just five years ago and from 20% when the property first opened.
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Palmetto Bluff opened a reversible short course called Crossroads at the start of 2024 and more recently unveiled plans for a new 18-hole course designed by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw that will anchor the community’s third village. The new offerings could help Palmetto Bluff surpass what was a near record-breaking year in 2024, with over $384 million in sales, just $7 million shy of the community’s 2021 historic total.
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And the trend extends well beyond the Southeast U.S.
While the prestigious South Carolina enclave of Timbers Kiawah has been sold out since 2021 due to increased demand – with buyers from the Northeast in particular seeking year-round golf and other outdoor activities – Timbers Kauai in Hawaii is experiencing record sales because of new offerings. This ranges from shared ownership interests in Hokuala’s private residence club to full ownership residences in Timbers Kauai and vacant lots in a new subdivision for families to build a dream home on the Garden Isle.
The newest Laola Nani luxury townhomes along the signature 15th hole of the Jack Nicklaus-designed Ocean Course, which traces the shoreline of Ninini Point Bay, range from $6.1 million to $7.5 million.
Prices have been “steadily increasing across the board in all offerings,” said Debbie Edgerton, Senior Sales Executive at Hokuala Real Estate, who attributes this success to more than just the golf amenities. "Buyers really love the community and 'ohana' feel of Timbers Kauai. The owners and Timbers Kauai Ohana are a tight-knit community. (But) the golf course definitely plays into the sales presentation as the Ocean Course is our most significant amenity here at the property.”
On the Big Island of Hawaii, the 1,260-acre oceanfront residential community of Hokuli’a on the Kona Coast also had its strongest year to date, with an average sale price of $4 million to $6 million. Not far from community’s recently-renovated Jack Nicklaus Signature course, Hokuli’a has launched new real estate options that include 20 oceanfront parcels than range in price from $4.25 million to $7.5 million and come with agricultural easements for owners to plant crops like fruit or coffee.
The evolution of these communities is exemplified at Reynolds Lake Oconee in Georgia, a 12,000-acre lakefront resort real estate property halfway between Atlanta and Augusta.
Reynolds has seven courses, five of which are open to public play as well as for guests of the on-property Ritz-Carlton. The other two, including the newly opened Richland course, are private options for some of the community’s 4,000 member families.
"We have seen almost a complete inversion of our membership demographically and psychographically over the last 10 years," explains Dave Short, Senior VP of Sales, Marketing, and Strategic Planning. "It's not the 65-year-old guy pensioning off from GM after 30 years who wants to play six days a week. When I put up a billboard, it's a much broader group of people who are attracted and are figuring out how to make this their permanent place."
In Texas Hill Country, the similarly established golf and lakeside real estate development at Horseshoe Bay continues to grow and expand, with $350 million in new and recently updated amenities.
Real estate sale prices in Horseshoe Bay increased 12% in 2024, with the offerings spanning a wide range, from the Waters Unit Condos that have been sold out for over two years to a new luxury development called Atten Hill that’s in a founders campaign. There are 92 homesites in the 24-hour guard-gated community, with each including a membership at the Horseshoe Bay Club’s private Summit Rock course that’s valued at over $200,000. The Jack Nicklaus design is the members-only course within the community that also boasts three resort courses designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr.
Stacey Persinger, the general manager of membership at The Club at Horseshoe Bay, said the surge in interest is predominantly driven by urban professionals and families seeking reprieve from the congestion of city life. They’re instead pursuing a full-amenity lifestyle that blends luxury with recreation and natural beauty.
“But it’s more than just amenities – it’s a lifestyle shift,” said Persinger. “More people are trading city stress for the tranquility of the Hill Country, seeking not just a getaway but a community. The Club at Horseshoe Bay is meeting that demand with a robust social scene, exclusive dining, and a vibrant, active membership.”
About a half hour east, Loraloma Private Club and Estates outside Austin recently unveiled 29 homesites along its new David McLay Kidd-designed course, his first in the southern U.S. These fairway-front sites, priced between $1.13 million and $1.83 million, reflect the more measured approach to current golf-related real estate development than the boom years of the 1990s and early 2000s.
According to the National Golf Foundation, while U.S. golf development remains limited compared to previous decades, new course construction is at its highest levels in more than a decade. Among course projects under construction or in planning, 42% have a housing component – notably higher than the 25% of overall U.S. golf supply tied to real estate.
The impact on property values is significant, with NGF's research showing homes on golf courses experience an average 15% bump in property value.
Florida leads the nation in golf communities, with more than 500 residential golf developments, followed by California, Texas, Arizona, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
Among the newest golf real estate offerings in the Sunshine State is Cabot Citrus Farms, a four-course destination that has a limited number of two- and four-bedroom golf cottages along with a forthcoming selection of two-story Fairway Homes. Prices start at $1.8 million for the cottages, which are grouped in a small neighborhood between the courses near the main clubhouse that’s under construction, and $3.7 million for fairway homes that are situated near the 10th hole of the Roost course.
This new era in residential golf interest and new development reflects broader societal shifts: increased workplace flexibility, a renewed appreciation for outdoor recreation, and a desire for community connection in the post-pandemic world.
While these communities span seasonal retreats to year-round havens, they continue to attract older golfers with more time, money and inclination to engage with the game as well as a more diverse and younger demographic. The commonality is that all are seeking not just a place to play golf, but a comprehensive lifestyle that balances recreation, social engagement, and the freedom to work from anywhere.
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