News & Media Member Press Releases Posted March 23, 2026 JUNKCO+ Comes to Illinois with New Franchise Location Opening BELFOR Franchise Group JUNKCO+ Share Growing Junk Removal and Demolition Company Opens First Illinois Franchise Location ILLINOIS – JUNKCO+, the full-service junk removal and demolition company that offers efficient junk removal services for residential and commercial clients alike, is opening a new franchise location in Hinsdale, Illinois. The junk removal company is part of the BELFOR Franchise Group family of brands. The franchise location opened earlier this month, and is owned and operated by Arjun Chandrashekar. Arjun has a background in leadership and management roles with Fortune 100 companies spanning various industries. In his free time, Arjun enjoys spending time with his wife and young daughter, and staying active by playing tennis and going on long walks with his golden retriever. “When I first started looking into potential franchise opportunities, I knew I wanted to go into business with an emerging brand that taps into a much-needed service niche within my community,” said Arjun Chandrashekar, owner of JUNKCO+ of Western Chicagoland. “This, combined with the unmatched training and guidance provided by the brand through their affiliation with BELFOR, made my decision to franchise with JUNKCO+ fairly simple. As my team and I begin providing discreet and respectful junk removal services across the western suburbs of Chicago, I look forward to becoming a local service provider that homeowners can turn to for professional junk removal services delivered with high quality care.” JUNKCO+ delivers a full range of professional residential and commercial junk removal, property cleanout, and demolition services, including furniture and appliance removal, hoarding and estate cleanouts, shed demolition and more. The junk removal company also offers same-day and next-day services, and prioritizes eco-friendly disposal. Mike Reddy, Brand President of JUNKCO+, expressed enthusiasm for the brand’s abounding growth potential and reliable, customer-first business model: “JUNKCO+ exists within a highly competitive industry, especially as the waste collection and junk removal industries continue to grow with no signs of slowing down. That being said, JUNKCO+ shows great promise due to our wide array of service offerings and unmatched commitment to providing the ultimate customer experience. As Arjun and his team begin offering top-notch services in their local market, the JUNKCO+ team looks forward to hearing about all the great work they will accomplish.” JUNKCO+ has the added advantage of being part of the BELFOR Franchise Group family of brands. BELFOR Franchise Group is the world’s largest residential and commercial services franchisor based on geographic footprint, and has over a decade of experience growing brands and helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses through industry-leading training, support and equipment, turnkey business models, and ongoing coaching and business development. Its national acclaim will aid JUNKCO+ of Western Chicagoland in its endeavors to become a trusted resource for local homeowners. To request a service from JUNKCO+ of Western Chicagoland, call them at (630) 242-8676 or email arjun.chandrashekar@junkcoplus.com. About JUNKCO+ Founded in 2018, JUNKCO+ is a full-service junk removal company that offers a wide range of services catered to clients’ unique needs. In addition to junk removal services, JUNKCO+ offers property cleanout and demolition services, including furniture and appliance removal, hoarding and estate cleanouts, shed demolition, and more. The junk removal company also offers same-day and next-day removal services for a worry-free junk removal experience. JUNKCO+ stands out as one of the few waste management companies that prioritizes eco-friendly disposal, recycling and donating items to charity whenever possible. To learn more about JUNKCO+ and the services they provide, visit junkcoplus.com. About BELFOR Franchise Group BELFOR Franchise Group is the world’s largest residential and commercial services franchise group based on geographic footprint. The privately held, multi-concept franchise system is a division of BELFOR Property Restoration, the world’s largest disaster restoration company. For over a decade, BELFOR Franchise Group has empowered entrepreneurs by offering industry-leading training, turnkey business models, and ongoing coaching and business development. BELFOR Franchise Group is the parent organization of 15 of the strongest service-based franchise opportunities for home and commercial cleaning and restoration. The franchise brands include: 1-800-BOARDUP, 1-800 WATER DAMAGE, Blue Kangaroo Packoutz, Chem-Dry Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning, Clear Pest Pros, COOL-BINZ, DUCTZ International, Helpful Heroes, HOODZ International, JUNKCO+, N-Hance Wood Refinishing, The Patch Boys, redbox+ Dumpsters, WINMAR, and Z PLUMBERZ. For more information, please visit belforfranchisegroup.com. 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