Demolition
How to Pick the Right Demolition Contractor for Your Project
Licensing, safety, estimates, waste removal — a 5-step checklist to hire the right demo crew and avoid costly mistakes.
Junk Removal Tips from Hickory's Trusted Pros
Practical guides and real-world advice from Brian and Jessica Herndon — helping Catawba County homeowners and businesses declutter with confidence.
Written by Brian & Jessica Herndon · Owners, 1st Choice Junk Removal · Hickory, NC
Customer Stories
Why Customers Love 1st Choice Junk Removal in Hickory, NC
From same-day pickups to upfront pricing, here's what keeps Hickory homeowners coming back — and telling their neighbors.
Yard Waste
2026 Spring Yard Waste “Set-Out Window” Confusion
Every spring, thousands of homeowners across North Carolina run headfirst into the same frustrating problem: missed pickups, unclear schedules, and piles of debris that simply won't go away on their own.
Estate Cleanouts
How to Choose an Estate Cleanout Service
Start with scheduling speed, licensed service, and space-based pricing. This 9-point checklist covers what families actually need to compare before booking an estate cleanout.
Junk Removal Tips
Junk Removal vs. Dumpster Rental
Homeowners across Catawba County ask us the same question every week: is it cheaper to rent a dumpster or hire a professional junk removal company?
Commercial Junk Removal
Why Contractors Outsource Hauling
According to Construction Supply Magazine, 94% of contractors reported difficulty filling open positions in 2026, which means the crew you need to load a dump trailer might not exist on your payroll right now.