From the Little League to the Big Leagues of Junk Removal

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Seattle’s Rick Fardig doesn’t let anything stand in his way in life or business.

SEATTLE, WA--Rick Fardig takes risks. He owns a high speed power boat, a 28-foot Eliminator Daytona. He’s owned small businesses since 1981, and now, at the age of 55, he’s purchased a Junk King franchise in South Seattle. Junk removal is a field he hasn’t worked in before, but he has no misgivings about that. It’s full steam ahead for Fardig, no matter how difficult the challenges. “I developed juvenile diabetes when I was 14, but have never let that get in the way of what I want to do. In fact, I think the thought of chronic illness taking its toll on my life expectancy has caused me to have a greater zest for life.”

Fardig has lived his whole life in the Seattle area. His new Junk King territory encompasses the Greater Seattle, Tacoma metro, most of King and Pierce counties. He’s been an integral member of the community for many years—coaching little league for his children’s teams, attending town hall meetings, and heading racing associations that preside over boat racing.

Junk King was founded in 2005. Two childhood friends decided to create a junk hauling and recycling service that was dependable, affordable, and green. All franchises are on board with the 60% recycling and donations target. Before Junk King, haulers dumped everything in the landfills. This company, which started with but one location in California, changed the face of the business. All the near 40 Junk King franchises are fully bonded, licensed, insured, and cost competitive. The company hauls and recycles for individual homeowners, businesses, realtors, and property managers. The haulers handle everything from appliances, construction material, and electronics, to furniture, yard waste, and just plain rubbish.

So, is there really enough revenue in junk hauling to go around? In 2010, Americans spent $3.8 billion on junk removal revenue. It’s a growing market. Rick Fardig plans to tap into the Seattle market. Junk King trucks hold 18 cubic yard. Most of the truck are are equipped with GPS systems. They are all wired electronically. Junk hauling has entered the 21^st century. To properly handle the job, rickety pickup trucks and jacks-of-all-trades just aren’t enough. One has to specialize.

Rick Fardig likes the idea of giving back to the area that has been his home his whole life. Besides the obvious benefits of hauling away unsightly debris, he says, “We plan to be a good steward of the community by sponsoring events, donating useable items we collect, and recycling everything possible.” Certainly, there’s no indication that Fardig will continue to be anything but a valuable asset to his community.

Junk King South Seattle is located at 1809 Tacoma Pt. Dr. E. Lake Tapps, WA 98381. His number is 253-405-6345. Junk King’s main customer care number is 1-800-995-JUNK. His franchise is family-owned and operated.