Remove personal records, medication, keys, money, jewelry, devices, and anything that should travel with you before a cleanout begins. Then make one visible keep zone. A crew can work around a clearly marked zone; it cannot guess which unmarked box contains something important.
Use a four-way first pass
| Group | What to do | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Keep | Move it to one locked room or clearly marked area. | Prevents accidental removal. |
| Remove | Leave it visible or list it by room. | Creates a countable scope. |
| Question | Photograph it and ask before scheduling. | Avoids surprises around weight, condition, or acceptance. |
| Sensitive | Handle it personally. | Protects privacy and access. |
Walk beyond the main rooms
Check closets, cabinets, patios, balconies, laundry areas, and assigned storage. Small overlooked areas can contain enough material to change the load. Open drawers only when you have authority to inspect the contents.
Make access part of the list
Write down the floor, stairs, elevator window, loading-zone rules, and distance from the nearest legal parking space. A useful item list without an access plan is still incomplete.
When the scope is ready, review apartment junk removal and call to confirm what can be accepted.
Next step
Use the checklist to tighten the scope, then call (804) 735-2620 to confirm current coverage, accepted items, and scheduling.