Ben Hoskins’ 1-800-GOT-JUNK? LLC franchise is a perfect example of a business that didn’t need an elaborate startup plan, or even a huge initial investment in equipment.
His junk removal service started with only his hands and a pickup truck, and with continued investment, grew enough to add a fleet of seven commercial vehicles and employ a staff of nine in four years.
Despite the not-so-glamorous nature of junk removal, Hoskins is proud of the service his business provides. However, he is glad to have grown his business enough to spend more time managing it, and less time hauling junk.
VITALS
Name: Ben Hoskins.
Title: Franchise partner.
Company: 1-800-GOT-JUNK? LLC.
Company address: 131 W. 33rd St., Suite 6, National City 91950.
Company phone: (800) 468-5865 (1-800-GOT-JUNK).
Year founded: 2003.
Prior business experience: Project manager for Menlo Technology Group.
Average hours worked weekly: 45.
Source of startup capital: Savings.
