We caught up with Nick Ireson, Owner of Foothills Disposal (Knoxville, TN), a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below. Editor’s emphasis in bold.
What inspired you to start it in the first place?
Foothills Disposal was born out of a real need we saw in our own community—a gap between overpriced national junk removal franchises and unreliable, uninsured haulers.
As a local, family-owned business, we set out to offer a professional, honest, and affordable solution for people who just want the job done right.
What started as a way to help neighbors with cleanouts and demolition quickly grew into a full-service operation built on trust, hard work, and showing up when we say we will.
What has been one of your most memorable customer success stories?
One of our favorite success stories was helping a family clean out a hoarder home that had been in their family for generations. The house was packed floor to ceiling, and they were overwhelmed emotionally and physically.
Other companies turned them down or gave sky-high estimates without even seeing the job. We took the time to walk through it with them, created a clear plan, and handled everything—from sorting and removal to demolition and cleanup.
By the end, we had restored the space and given the family peace of mind. They told us it felt like they could finally move forward, and that’s exactly why we do what we do.
What makes your business stand out from other companies?
What sets Foothills Disposal apart is our commitment to combining professional, reliable service with the personal touch of a local, family-owned business.
We’re fully licensed and insured, we show up when we say we will, and we handle every job—from junk removal to demolition—with care and attention to detail.
Unlike national chains with high prices or unlicensed haulers who cut corners, we offer fair, transparent pricing and treat every property like it’s our own. Our goal isn’t just to haul junk—it’s to solve problems and make the process stress-free for our customers.
What advice would you give to your client to prepare before they start working with you?
The best advice we give our clients is to take a few minutes to walk through the space and identify anything they want to keep or set aside—we’ll handle the rest. You don’t need to bag, box, or haul anything outside; just point and we’ll do the heavy lifting.
If it’s a demolition or larger cleanup project, having a clear idea of your goals or timeline helps us build the most efficient plan. And don’t stress about the mess—we’re used to it, and that’s exactly why you called us.
Do you have any exciting plans for the future of your business?
We’re excited about the future of Foothills Disposal! We already handle full-service demolition—including decks, sheds, mobile homes, and more—but we’re now expanding our capabilities even further.
We’re in the process of purchasing an excavator, which will allow us to take on bigger land clearing and structural demolition projects more efficiently.
Growing our equipment fleet and crew means we can serve more clients, tackle more complex jobs, and continue to be the go-to solution for property cleanouts and demolition across East Tennessee.
For contact information, visit Foothills Disposal on JunkSpots
Contact information:
- JunkSpots Profile: Foothills Disposal
- Website: foothillsdisposal.com