Carter Grandbois, an 18-year-old entrepreneur from Johnstown, Colorado, has grown his junk removal business, Carter's Junk Away, to generate up to $15,000 a month during peak season. Starting at age 16, Grandbois and his father bought a trailer and began taking jobs, with the first paying $500 for 30 minutes of work, according to fortune.com.
Grandbois credits his business growth to developing a pricing calculator and tracking data to ensure profitability on every job. He explained that after implementing these systems, his team bids jobs accurately, enabling the company to make $50 to $200 profit per job even when he is not physically present. His employees are mostly high school friends, and he increasingly manages operations remotely from home.
The use of software and data-driven pricing has allowed Grandbois to scale his business efficiently, a challenge many small service providers face. By combining technology with hands-on experience, he has created a sustainable model that balances profitability with manageable workload. His approach reflects a growing trend among young entrepreneurs leveraging digital tools to optimize traditional industries.
Grandbois also shares his journey and business insights on TikTok under the handle american.junkremoval, aiming to inspire others. His story highlights how innovation and technology adoption can transform small local businesses into profitable ventures.
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