As East County San Diego enters the peak of wildfire season, Santee Junk Removal, a locally owned junk hauling company, is urging homeowners in Santee, El Cajon, La Mesa, Spring Valley, Lakeside, Lemon Grove, Rancho San Diego, and Grossmont to clear dry brush, dead vegetation, and accumulated yard debris from around their properties. Fire officials routinely recommend maintaining defensible space by removing combustible materials, and for many residents, the task of hauling away months of accumulated yard waste can be overwhelming.
John Souphalith, owner of Santee Junk Removal, notes that many homeowners let brush piles sit for months before realizing the danger. “Every year around this time we get calls from people who finally looked at the brush pile behind their fence and realized it's been sitting there since spring,” he said. “We can usually get a crew out same day, load it all up, and it's handled. It's a small thing that makes a real difference if a fire does come through the area.”
The company offers a range of services tailored for wildfire season preparation, including yard waste and brush removal, garage and storage cleanouts, and renovation debris removal. These services help eliminate potential fuel sources near homes, which is crucial in wildland-adjacent neighborhoods. By clearing dead branches, overgrown landscaping, old wood piles, and other combustible clutter, homeowners can significantly reduce their fire risk.
Santee Junk Removal prides itself on transparent pricing based on the volume of items, with free upfront quotes and no hidden fees. Usable items are donated or recycled before anything is taken to Sycamore Landfill, and the company is fully licensed and insured. Crews are trained in safe handling of yard waste, storage clutter, and construction debris.
Residents throughout Santee and East County can request a free, no-obligation quote by calling (619) 792-1285 or by submitting a request through the company's website at santeejunkremoval.com. With fire season in full swing, taking proactive steps to maintain defensible space is more important than ever.
