Honky Tonk Haulers team loading furniture and boxes into a junk removal truck during a full-home cleanout in Nashville.

When Should You Book a Full-Service Cleanout? (Moving, Downsizing & More)

May 20, 20253 min read

Not all clutter is created equal. Sometimes you’ve just got a few items to toss — other times, you’re staring down an entire home, garage, attic, or rental unit that needs to be emptied ASAP.

That’s where full-service cleanouts come in. But how do you know when it’s time to book one?

At Honky Tonk Haulers, we help Nashville homeowners, landlords, and families handle big cleanout jobs from start to finish. Here’s how to know when it’s time to call in the crew.

You’re Moving (and You Don’t Want to Take It All)

Moving is the number one trigger for full-home cleanouts. Whether you’re upsizing, downsizing, or relocating, there’s always a pile of items that don’t make the cut.

We help you clear out bulky furniture you’re not bringing, junk left behind by previous owners, and boxes from the attic you haven’t touched in years. Before you hand over the keys, book a cleanout estimate and let us do the heavy lifting — literally.

You're Downsizing or Helping a Loved One Transition

Helping aging parents move? Shifting into a smaller home? Downsizing is emotional — and overwhelming. A full-service cleanout can help families sort and remove large volumes of items, clear entire rooms, garages, or storage units, and remove the burden during an already stressful time.

We treat these cleanouts with care and respect — whether it’s your home or a loved one’s.

You Inherited a Property or Are Handling an Estate

Estate cleanouts are some of the most sensitive jobs we do. Heirlooms, furniture, boxes of personal belongings — it’s a lot to deal with, both logistically and emotionally.

We help you remove and haul away large furniture, appliances, and trash, sort items for donation, recycling, or disposal, and handle the job discreetly and professionally. Whether the property is in Green Hills, Madison, or Brentwood — we’ve got you covered.

You Manage Rental Properties or Airbnb Units

Tenants move out. Guests trash a room. Evictions happen. Landlords and property managers often don’t have the time or tools to handle a whole-unit cleanout — but we do.

We can clear out units same-day, haul away furniture, food, clothes, and trash, and prepare the space for repainting, repairs, or relisting fast. Get a quote for your rental cleanout here — we work with both single property owners and large management companies.

Hoarding, Foreclosures & Deep Cleanouts

When a home has been neglected or packed over time, it can feel impossible to tackle alone. A full-service cleanout is the best (and safest) way to remove massive volumes of junk, uncover damage or hazards hidden underneath, and begin repairs or remediation work.

We bring the crew, the equipment, and the stamina to get it done.

What’s Included in a Full-Service Cleanout?

With Honky Tonk Haulers, your cleanout includes labor (we do all the lifting, sorting, and hauling), trucks and disposal fees, recycling or donation drop-offs, and same-day or next-day scheduling in most cases.

Final Thought

If your space is packed, your time is short, and the job feels too big — that’s the sign. You don’t have to do it alone.

Let Honky Tonk Haulers handle your cleanout with care, professionalism, and hustle. We help Nashville locals reclaim their space, start fresh, and move forward — one truckload at a time.

Click here to get your full-service cleanout estimate.

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