10 Things You Should Throw Out Today

Not sure where to start with your decluttering project? Sometimes the best approach is the simplest: toss out what’s broken, unused, or forgotten. Here’s a list of 10 things you can confidently get rid of right now—and you probably won’t miss them a bit.

Old Electronics
Think: flip phones, broken remotes, VCRs, tangled cords. If it's outdated, doesn't work, or has a thick layer of dust, it’s time to say goodbye.

Unused or Broken Furniture
That rickety chair or worn-out futon you keep meaning to fix? If it’s not getting repaired in the next week, it’s just taking up space.

Boxes of Random Cords & Chargers
Everyone has “the cord box.” But if you haven’t used it in a year and don’t know what most of the items are for, let them go.

Expired Pantry & Fridge Items
Take an hour to purge your pantry and fridge. If it's expired, stale, or mystery-labeled, it’s time to toss.

Old Linens & Towels
Keep a few backups, but if your linens are thin, torn, or haven’t been used in years, donate or discard them.

Outgrown or Unused Toys
If the kids haven’t touched it in months, they probably won’t miss it. Donate gently used toys or pass them on.

Stacks of Mail, Magazines & Paperwork
Digitalize what you need and shred the rest. Old paper piles are clutter magnets.

Duplicate Kitchen Gadgets
How many peelers, mixers, or bottle openers do you really need? Keep the best, toss the rest.

Old Paint & Chemicals
These are safety hazards and should be properly disposed of. Look for local hazardous waste drop-offs or let us handle it.

Broken Yard Tools
If the handle’s cracked or the blade is rusted, it’s not doing you any favors. Clear out the shed or garage today.

Decluttering doesn’t have to be complicated. Start small, start smart—and if you need help with the heavy stuff, JunkTec is just a call away. We’ll haul it and dispose of it responsibly.