May I toss tenant couches immediately?

Only after lawful abandonment timelines — consult counsel when unsure.

Fridges full of mold?

Document severity — remediation specialists sometimes precede junk crews.

Secure shredding beats tossing intact files curbside.

Same bulky rules apply — consolidate before pickup windows.

Follow HOA noise hours and reserve visitor parking requests when applicable.

Freight elevators and dock bookings mirror downtown office norms — reserve windows early.

Schedule haul-away after lawful possession returns — align timing with eviction workflows counsel approves.

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Photograph each room after lawful possession returns and keep counsel-approved abandonment notices on file.

Separate obviously worthless rubbish from items that might still belong to heirs — when in doubt, pause for legal clarity.

Bulky piles attract unauthorized dumping and upset neighbors faster than late rent notices.

Prefer driveway or garage staging until the truck arrives so curb strips stay walkable.

Schedule haul-away alongside cleaners during the same turnover week whenever possible.

Photos sent ahead let crews quote accurately without burning tenant showing windows.

Share gate codes, elevator reservations, and stair constraints before crews dispatch.

Gravel courts and narrow ADU gates affect dollies — measurements reduce aborted loads.

We blanket-wrap rails and door jambs while maneuvering sectional sofas through tight Victorian stairs.

Call (360) 83-TRASH with turnover photos — Portland, Gresham, Beaverton, and Vancouver WA routing available.

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