--- title: "TWO MEN AND A JUNK TRUCK Franchise Costs, Fees and Profit for 2026" url: https://burnaze.com/article/fa35ca16-eda7-4e4c-bc00-47edecf9e028 source: "1851 Franchise" original_url: https://1851franchise.com/two-men-and-a-junk-truck-franchise-deep-dive-2731397 category: "Moving & junk" industry: "Home Services" segment: "Moving & junk" topics: ["Finance & M&A"] published: 2026-07-29T20:15:00.000Z modified: 2026-11-01T22:32:20.719Z image: https://newimage.1851franchise.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=85,format=webp,width=1280,height=720/story/featureImage/b9b241194998f5ff9430d6e66fe496f63632.jpg --- # TWO MEN AND A JUNK TRUCK Franchise Costs, Fees and Profit for 2026 **TL;DR:** TWO MEN AND A JUNK TRUCK is a junk removal and hauling franchise with an initial investment of $88,210 to $344,275. The franchise offers same- or next-day service and is supported by the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK platform. *originally published in 1851 Franchise on 2026-07-29. [Read the original](https://1851franchise.com/two-men-and-a-junk-truck-franchise-deep-dive-2731397).* ## Key facts - Initial investment: $88,210 - $344,275 - Ongoing fees apply - 5.3% CAGR projected for waste management services ## Story Franchise Opportunity Deep Dive: A junk removal and hauling franchise offering same- or next-day service, supported by the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK platform and a defined fee structure. REPORTED COST TO GET IN: $88,210 - $344,2750 REPORTED ROI (Item 19): see below TWO MEN AND A JUNK TRUCK is a full-service junk removal brand that hauls away items like old furniture, appliances and general clutter, with options to book service online and get help fast. ## Brand overview Launched in 2023, the concept was created under the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK* banner to bring that brand’s legacy of professionalism and customer-first service into junk removal, with support anchored through its Michigan-based support center. The company began rolling out its franchise model in August 2023. **Mission:** TWO MEN AND A JUNK TRUCK seeks to elevate the customer experience by “delivering exceptional care and commitment with every interaction, from online search to final sweep.” **Vision:** The brand’s core purpose is “to create space” for its customers. - Same-day quote option so customers can move quickly from “I need this gone” to getting it scheduled. - Full-service removal that’s designed to cover the heavy lifting and hauling for common household cleanouts and beyond. - Residential and commercial capability for everything from home projects to business cleanouts. - A “final sweep” mindset that emphasizes leaving the space cleaner once the haul is done. - Donation and recycling focus when possible, with usable items routed away from the landfill through local partners. - A process built to feel simple and low-stress, especially for customers who don’t want to navigate disposal logistics on their own. - A dedicated launch team and hands-on training to get owners from onboarding to operations with clear direction. - Ongoing business coaching designed to help owners build consistency and keep improving after opening. - A marketing engine and established marketing program built to support lead generation and brand visibility. - Support that doesn’t require junk-removal experience, with systems intended to help owners learn the model and execute it well. - Operational coaching and guidance so franchisees aren’t left to troubleshoot growth and day-to-day decisions on their own. ## Franchise details TWO MEN AND A JUNK TRUCK is currently offering franchise opportunities across the United States, with high availability in the majority of states and moderate availability in Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota and Wisconsin. **Initial Costs:** The estimated initial investment required to begin operation of a TWO MEN AND A JUNK TRUCK franchise ranges from $88,210 to $210,225 for a Mod Market franchise (territory with a population of 100,000 to 250,000 ) and $$123,110 to $344,275 for a Metro Market franchise (territory with a population of 420,000 to 600,000). The 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) breaks these costs down as follows: **Initial Franchise Fee:** The initial franchise fee for a Metro Market franchise is $50,000. A Metro Market franchise has a specified marketing area with a population of approximately 400,000 to 600,000 people. For marketing areas with a larger population, the franchise fee may be increased up to $130,000 (for a population of 1,000,000). The initial franchise fee for a Mod Market franchise is $30,000. A Mod Market franchise has a specified marketing area with a population of approximately 100,000 to 250,000 people. For marketing areas with a larger population, the franchise fee may be increased up to $40,000 (for a population of 300,000). This fee is payable upon signing the franchise agreement. TWO MEN AND A JUNK TRUCK offers the following incentive programs and discounts: **Ongoing Fees:** According to the 2026 FDD, TWO MEN AND A JUNK TRUCK franchisees are responsible for the following ongoing payments and fees: **ROI Potential:** The following table summarizes the 2025 net revenue performance of franchise operating units, grouped by thirds based on net revenue. Before launch, the brand positions franchisees to move from “approved” to “open” with a dedicated support team and a guided process that includes hands-on help, early coaching, and marketing direction so owners can build momentum before the first truck hits the road. New owners receive comprehensive training built around the fundamentals of running the business day to day, with instruction that spans operations, marketing, customer service, and the core workflows teams will use in the field. After opening, support shifts into execution mode, with ongoing operational assistance, coaching, and detailed playbooks designed to keep standards consistent and help owners solve real-world issues as they grow. Franchisees also get access to technology aimed at simplifying the work, including tools for scheduling and customer management, along with systems intended to streamline operations and improve the customer experience. - **Liquid Assets:** $50,000 Prior junk removal or waste-management experience is a plus, but not required. TWO MEN AND A JUNK TRUCK provides all necessary training and support. A TWO MEN AND A JUNK TRUCK franchise typically becomes operational in about three months from signing, and it requires building and managing a local junk-removal operation — securing trucks and equipment, establishing an operating base, hiring a team, and staying on top of scheduling, field execution and local marketing. The day-to-day structure is built around active operational leadership rather than a hands-off setup. TWO MEN AND A JUNK TRUCK is a verified SBA-approved franchise and listed in FRANdata’s Franchise Registry. The brand works closely with lenders to help franchisees access funding. “The need has always been there because part of moving is purging and disposing of things you don’t use. What excites us is that this is not just an ancillary service; it’s a standalone, separate entity with its own daily focus, requirements, metrics, and goals. We’ve already seen the demand. We’ve established a strong reputation for moving household goods [with TWO MEN AND A TRUCK] and have the skill set for that, so moving junk is a natural extension.” – Jeff Taylor, Franchisee — Jackson, Mississippi (Read his story here) “What sold us on this franchise was our experience with TWO MEN AND A TRUCK. We were already really drawn to the junk industry, and when we saw that TWO MEN was behind this too, we knew they had the strength of the corporate office. Once we saw the team behind it, we realized it was a really brilliant team for support, and that made us a lot more comfortable moving forward.” – Stephen Westerman, Franchisee — Fort Walton Beach, Florida (Read his story here) ## Market and competition The U.S. junk removal sector is riding long-term tailwinds from the country’s waste volume and the push to divert more material from landfills: Americans generated 292.4 million tons of municipal solid waste in 2018, about 4.9 pounds per person per day, and about 32.1% was recycled or composted. Workforce demand is expected to hold steady over the next decade, with refuse and recyclable material collectors projected to grow in the 1% to 2% range from 2024 to 2034 and about 16,900 openings projected over that span. In the broader backdrop, U.S. waste management services are projected to reach about $313.1 billion in 2025 and continue expanding at roughly a 5.3% CAGR through 2034, supporting continued spending on hauling, cleanouts and disposal alternatives. TWO MEN AND A JUNK TRUCK’s primary competitors include 1-800-GOT JUNK?, Junk King, College HUNKS, The Junkluggers and LoadUp. What sets the brand apart is a customer-experience-first approach that runs from the online search to the “final sweep,” paired with an emphasis on speed and convenience through same- or next-day appointments. TWO MEN AND A JUNK TRUCK also leans hard into responsible disposal, working with local charities, recycling facilities and resale partners to keep as much as possible out of landfills — all tied to its “Create Space for Opportunity” positioning. 1. 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