What should a prospective 1-800-GOT-JUNK? franchisee examine before purchasing a franchise?
1_800_Got_Junk Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You will be required to follow all pertinent local, state and federal laws and regulations specific to the junk hauling and removal industries. You will also be required to comply with all general business and commercial vehicle licensure laws and regulations. The Franchised Business will remove and haul upon order, non-hazardous junk for disposal, re-use and recycling. “Junk” is defined as items not removed in the normal municipal pick-up. We are not, and Franchised Businesses will not, be in the business of regular pick-up of trash along designated residential or commercial routes, or the hauling of liquids, gases, or flammable or hazardous waste. We urge you to make inquiries about laws that may be applicable to your Franchised Business. Because our industry is regulated, you must be aware of all regulations and keep apprised of changes that may have an impact on the Franchised Business. You are responsible for determining licensing requirements in your proposed territory before you sign the Franchise Agreement. Your business also may be limited by exclusive governmental licenses claimed by other garbage or waste collection companies, or by restrictions claimed on your right to access local transfer sites or landfills.
We operate nationally, leverage a national Sales Center, operate a sophisticated web-based dispatch system, and provide you with a comprehensive training program and ongoing business coaching and support. Our target market includes homeowners, property managers, contractors, realtors, and businesses. Your competitors include all other junk removal businesses.
ITEM 2. Business Experience
Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Director: Brian C. Scudamore
Mr. Scudamore founded 1-800-GOT-JUNK? LLC in October 1998 and has been our Chief Executive Officer and a director since formation. He founded Rubbish Boys in 1989 and has been its Chief Executive Officer and a director since formation. Mr. Scudamore has also served as Chief Executive Officer of: WOW Canada since October 2010; WOW US since December 2010, Shack Shine Canada since December 2013; Shack Shine US since July 2015; and O2E Brands since April 2015; all located in Vancouver, B.C.
Source: Item 1 — The Franchisor and any Parents, Predecessors, and Affiliates (FDD pages 5–9)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to 1-800-GOT-JUNK?'s 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a prospective franchisee should examine local, state, and federal laws and regulations specific to the junk hauling and removal industries before purchasing a franchise. This includes general business and commercial vehicle licensure laws. Franchisees must follow all pertinent laws and regulations and stay informed of any changes that could impact their 1-800-GOT-JUNK? business.
Before signing the Franchise Agreement, franchisees are responsible for determining licensing requirements in their proposed territory. The 1-800-GOT-JUNK? business may face limitations due to exclusive governmental licenses held by other garbage or waste collection companies. Restrictions on accessing local transfer sites or landfills could also affect the business.
It is recommended that prospective 1-800-GOT-JUNK? franchisees investigate local ordinances and special license requirements related to the franchised business. They should also determine if any governmental agency has granted exclusive rights or licenses to another waste hauler that could prevent them from operating in the area. To fully understand the legal landscape, prospective franchisees may want to obtain a complete copy of their state's statutes and regulations and discuss them with their attorney.