Can junk removal handle a full warehouse cleanout?

What Junk Nurse Handles in Warehouse Cleanouts

Pallet Racking

Selective rack, drive-in, push-back, cantilever — all major configurations. Disassembly and steel scrap routing included.

Industrial Shelving

Boltless rivet, wire decking, heavy-duty static, modular wall storage.

Material Handling Equipment

Old conveyors, sorting equipment, pack stations, ship stations. Non-operational forklifts (after fluid drainage).

Inventory

Damaged inventory, obsolete stock, customer returns, display samples, expired promotional inventory.

Office Areas Within Warehouses

Administrative office furniture, IT equipment, break room contents.

Multi-Day Project Capability

Large warehouses can’t be cleared in a single day. Junk Nurse handles multi-day projects:

• Scaled crews (3–8+ depending on scope)
• Multiple trucks for sequential loading
• Phased schedule across days or weeks
• Daily progress reporting if requested

Steel Scrap Value

Pallet racking has significant scrap value. For large racking removals:

• Scrap recyclers pay for the steel
• Some racking has resale value (recent, good condition)
• Value can partially offset disposal costs

Used Racking Resale

For racking in good condition and standard configurations, used dealers may purchase intact:

• Selective rack, popular brands
• Under 10 years old typically
• No major impact damage

We coordinate disposal vs. resale during walkthrough.

Forklift Access vs. Manual Carry

Forklift-Accessible

Material moved in bulk. Significantly faster, lower per-cubic-yard cost.

Manual Carry

Slower, higher labor requirement. Pricing reflects.

Safety Considerations

• Hi-vis vests and PPE for our crew
• Working at height for racking disassembly (fall protection)
• Operating around active forklifts when warehouse remains operational
• OSHA compliance with facility-specific protocols

COI for Warehouse Facilities

$1M general liability standard. Additional insureds (building owner, parent company) named on request. Some facilities require higher aggregates or specific endorsements — discuss during scheduling.

Pricing for Warehouse Cleanouts

• Small warehouse (under 10,000 sq ft): $1,500–$5,000
• Medium warehouse (10,000–30,000 sq ft): $5,000–$15,000
• Large warehouse (30,000+ sq ft): $15,000+

Pricing variables: racking volume, equipment, forklift access, inventory scope, multi-day complexity.

Typical Project Timeline

• Walkthrough: 1–2 hours on-site
• Quote turnaround: 24–48 hours
• Project execution: 2–10+ days depending on scope
• Documentation delivery: post-project

Aurora-Area Warehouse Work

Junk Nurse handles warehouse projects throughout:

• Aurora industrial corridors
• I-88 logistics parks
• DuPage County distribution centers
• Kane County manufacturing
• Plainfield and Yorkville industrial