Brothers' Junk Removal Business Earns $3 Million in Revenue

Junk Teens, a junk removal business founded by brothers Kirk, 22, and Jacob McKinney, 21, generated $3 million in revenue in 2023. The Greater Boston-based company projects earning $5 million in revenue for 2024.

What began as a side hustle for the McKinney brothers has evolved into a significant enterprise in the waste removal sector. The company focuses on collecting and hauling away various types of waste for both residential and commercial clients.

To support its expansion, Junk Teens has implemented several operational systems designed to enhance efficiency and facilitate growth. The business also utilizes a custom app developed by one of its teenage employees, further streamlining its services.

The success of Junk Teens highlights a growing trend of younger entrepreneurs entering and transforming traditional industries by leveraging technology and adopting agile business practices. The McKinney brothers noted that young people are increasingly seeking alternative career paths.