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How to get more leads for your rubbish removal business

Rubbish removal is searched at the exact moment someone decides they're sick of looking at a pile of junk. Working out how to get more leads for my rubbish removal business is about being the first credible result at that moment, and having a few repeat sources behind it.

By Ben Raymond · · 6 min read

Show the price range

The biggest worry with rubbish removal is the price, because people can't picture what a load costs. A clear price guide, by the trailer or truck load, with a few photos of what fits, turns browsers into bookings.

Deceased estates and downsizing

Clearing a family home after a death or a move into care is one of the biggest jobs in the trade, and families want someone respectful and careful. Funeral directors, estate lawyers and aged care facilities are asked for recommendations constantly.

Renovators and builders

Renovation waste, old kitchens and bathroom strip-outs bring repeat work from small builders and handymen who don't want to run a tip trip themselves.

Property managers

Tenants leave things behind. Property managers need it gone fast so the property can be relet. A quick, photographed, invoiced removal makes you their first call.

Get found on Google

  • List household rubbish, green waste, furniture removal, deceased estate clean-outs and builders' waste as separate services.
  • Use the words people search: rubbish removal, junk removal, skip bin alternative.
  • Ask every customer for a review the same day.
  • Add photos of the before and after, especially garages.

Same-day as a selling point

If you can do same-day or next-day pickups, say it everywhere. Most people searching want it gone now, and that's the reason they'll call you instead of hiring a skip.

Rather not do this yourself? Our Google Business Profile management handles the profile, the posts and the reviews every week, for one monthly fee.

Questions

Straight answers.

How do junk removal businesses get customers?

Clear price guides, being found on Google for removal searches, and repeat sources like estate clean-outs, renovators and property managers.

Should rubbish removal businesses show prices?

Yes, at least a range by load size. Price uncertainty is the main reason people don't book.

Is rubbish removal or a skip bin cheaper?

It depends on the load and whether labour is needed. Removal includes the lifting, which is often the deciding factor.

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