About Kraken Junk Removal
East Tennessee Local • Proudly Serving Johnson City, Kingsport & Bristol
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 Rating on Google
East Tennessee Local • Proudly Serving Johnson City, Kingsport & Bristol
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 Rating on Google

Hi, I’m Austin, the owner of Kraken Junk Removal—a locally owned, family-run business based right here in Johnson City, TN. I started Kraken Junk Removal with a simple goal: to provide honest, affordable junk removal services that make clearing out clutter easy and stress-free for our community.
We help homeowners, businesses, landlords, and property managers with everything from furniture and appliance removal to large-scale estate and property cleanouts. Every job is handled with clear communication, dependable service, and care for your home or property.
Because we’re not a franchise, we keep our overhead low and pass the savings directly to our customers. We also proudly offer discounts for military members, first responders, and seniors. When you choose Kraken Junk Removal, you’ll always receive upfront, all-inclusive pricing with no hidden fees—and service you can trust from a local business that takes pride in doing things the right way.

Kraken Junk Removal handles the removal of heavy, bulky, and hard-to-deal-with items that most people can’t—or shouldn’t—move on their own. That includes everyday household items, oversized furniture, and large loads from cleanouts that require planning, equipment, and care.
We regularly remove items like couches, mattresses, appliances, exercise equipment, electronics, scrap metal, construction debris, and accumulated junk from garages, basements, sheds, and entire homes. We also handle full property cleanouts for move-outs, estates, renovations, and rentals—where timelines matter and details can’t be missed. Not sure if we take something? Check the full list of items we haul away before you call.
Every job includes proper lifting, safe loading, and responsible disposal. Items are sorted for recycling or donation whenever possible, and the rest is hauled away legally and responsibly. Whether it’s a single heavy item or a full truckload, we treat every job the same way—careful, organized, and done right the first time.
Every junk removal job is different, but the way we approach our work stays the same. These are the principles we follow on every pickup, whether we’re removing a single item or clearing out an entire property.
🏡 Community Focused – We live and work right here in the Tri-Cities. That means showing up on time, respecting our neighbors’ property, and making the effort to donate usable items locally instead of dumping everything.
🤝 Built on Integrity – We honor our quotes. The price we give is the price you pay unless the scope changes—and if it does, we explain it before moving forward. No pressure, no surprise charges.
🌱 Environmentally Responsible – We sort loads when possible, recycle what we can, and handle disposal the right way. It takes more effort, but it’s part of doing our job responsibly.
⭐ Excellence in Service – From careful lifting to protecting floors, walls, and doorways, we pay attention to the details. We don’t just haul items out—we leave the space cleaner and safer than we found it.
We’re based in Johnson City, TN and proudly serve the surrounding Tri-Cities communities. This is home for us — the same neighborhoods, roads, and local businesses we serve are the ones we live around every day.
When you choose Kraken Junk Removal, you’re choosing a local Tri-Cities team known for reliable service, fair pricing, and respectful cleanouts. From the first call to the final sweep, we focus on making the process simple, fast, and stress-free.
Our family-owned business is built on transparent pricing, responsible disposal, and customer care you can count on—so you always know what to expect when we show up.
Get your space back faster with our quick-response team, often the same day you call.
We responsibly recycle and donate whenever possible - good for you and the environment.
Read our genuine customer reviews and see why Tri-Cities homeowners trust us.
No hidden fees. The price we quote is the price you pay, with no surprise charges later.
Your property and peace of mind are protected. We are fully licensed and insured for your complete confidence.
We stand by our quotes. If we say a price, that’s the price—no last-minute changes or pressure once the job begins.
Ready to schedule your junk removal pickup? Our process is simple, straightforward, and designed to save you time. From your first call to the final cleanup, we handle everything so you don’t have to worry about the details.
Call us or book online to schedule your pickup or on-site estimate at a time that works for you.
We assess the job and provide a clear, upfront quote. Once you approve, that price doesn’t change.
Once you approve, our team gets to work right away and leaves the area clean when we’re done.
EXCELLENT
Based on 204 reviews
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Yesenia ViramontesSeptember 1, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I genuinely cannot recommend Austin and his junk removal business enough. Earlier today, I found myself trying to help my brother through a pretty awful situation. His refrigerator had broken and, unfortunately, had become infested with flies and maggots. I was overwhelmed trying to figure out how to get it removed quickly and safely, so I called Austin, and I am incredibly grateful that I did. From the moment he answered the phone, Austin was friendly, professional, compassionate, and understanding. There was absolutely no judgment, just kindness and a genuine willingness to help. What impressed me even more was that he showed up within an hour of my call and immediately took care of the situation. It’s one thing to provide a service well, but it’s another thing entirely to recognize that sometimes people are calling you because they’re dealing with a difficult or embarrassing situation and simply need someone they can count on. Austin made both my brother and me feel completely comfortable and understood. He treated the situation with respect, handled everything professionally, and turned what had been an incredibly stressful problem into something we no longer had to worry about. If you need junk removal, please support Austin and his business. This is exactly the kind of local business owner who deserves our support reliable, hardworking, responsive, professional, and, above all, genuinely kind. Austin, thank you for showing up when we really needed someone and for treating my brother with such dignity and respect. You didn’t just remove a refrigerator, you made a difficult day a whole lot easier for both of us. Five stars without hesitation. I would recommend Austin to anyone. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Posted on Google![]()
John WebbSeptember 1, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Very prompt and professional!Posted on Google![]()
Charles HagyAugust 25, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Kraken is, hands down, the best removal service I've hired. They were prompt, answered my questions completely, were exceptionally detailed with their cleanup, and kept me in the loop the entire time (something I value when I hire a service). Their pricing was reasonable, and their customer service is top-notch. I will definitely hire them again in the future. If I could give more than 5 stars on this page, I would.Posted on Google![]()
Ronald OliverAugust 7, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Austin was prompt, courteous, and efficient. Price was fair and reasonable. I am highly satisfied.Posted on Google![]()
Jeremy JohnsonAugust 7, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
So easy to work with, I needed a bunch of boxes removed after we were done moving into our house. They were super fast and Austin kept me in the loop, I didn't even have to show up to meet them. Pricing was fair, would recommend to anyone needing junk removal.Posted on Google![]()
Jennifer ButzAugust 2, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Great experience with Austin and his crew. They were able to get a lot done for me when I didn't have the time to do it myself. Very quick with getting the job done and very very fair priced. I definitely will be using their services again!Posted on Google![]()
Michael CreamerJuly 30, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I highly recommend Kraken for any junk removal you need. Austin was quick to schedule the removal and very fair on the price. He arrived when he said he would and got the job done!Posted on Google![]()
Joanna WhiteJuly 27, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Definitely recommend for your junk hauling needs. Great communication and responsive. Will be using again for sure!Posted on Google![]()
Mark FrenchJuly 23, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Austin came to our rescue with an extremely timely pickup on short notice at a very reasonable ate. Would definitely utilize his services again and encourage anyone who has cleanout needs to give Kraken an opportunity!


















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