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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Arcata, CA and surrounding areas

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Hi, I’m Nicholas. I take pride in providing dependable, quality work and making sure every job gets done right. I have hands-on experience with lawn care, general labor, home projects, and repairs, and I’ve spent years building practical skills through work experience and shop training. I’ve maintained 10–15 lawns regularly and have experience using a wide range of tools and equipment.\n\nWhether you need yard maintenance, small repairs, hauling, cleanup, or handyman help, I focus on being reliable, hardworking, and easy to work with. My goal is simple: show up on time, do quality work, and leave customers happy with the result.\n\nI look forward to helping with your next project.

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Humboldt Junk Removal and Demolition Services - Unlicensed Contractor
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Arcata, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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Small jobs welcome

"They did a really good job. We had a lot of junk to remove out of our shop. They took 9 loads out. In the span of two days"
Response time2 days
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Arcata, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Miller and his colleagues were able to do a lot of things quickly. Along with everything else, they also grabbed some old furniture that I needed help moving to the curb. They took several cares to make sure nothing was damaged during the move, including wrapping the furniture, turning off all the lights, and packaging the picture frames."
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Da H33L Company
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Arcata, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

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Timber Guider
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Arcata, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every client in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

It’s one thing that helps, alongside vinegar and baking soda. Ice acts as an exfoliant, helping to lift off any bits of food stuck on the disposal blades.

Your garbage disposal will only affect the health of your septic tank if you’re using it too frequently, or filling it with organic waste that doesn’t fully break down. If the tank fills up with too many solids, the bacteria won’t have enough time to consume it before more is added, which can lead to an overflow in the drain field. Your tank will need to be pumped more frequently with excessive or improper garbage disposal use.

There are many maintenance and repair issues that lead to a malfunctioning garbage disposal. Regular clogs place wear and tear on the motors, leading to an eventual shutdown. Electrical issues at the breaker, wall outlet, or disposal itself can fry the unit. The most common cause is simply a worn-down motor. These motors can only handle so much use before powering down for good. 

If you cook a lot or have a larger household, a garbage disposal can be worth it, since it streamlines your kitchen duties and helps to keep food waste out of landfills. It helps to know the cost of garbage disposal installation before you make your decision. The average price is about $400, but you can expect to pay more for higher-end models or if you hire a pro to do the job for you.

Replacing a garbage disposal costs anywhere from $150 to $950, but the average cost is somewhere around $550. There are two types of garbage disposal units, and continuous feed disposals tend to cost more than batch feed disposals. Going for an aluminum garbage disposal is also significantly cheaper than choosing a stainless steel garbage disposal. You'll also need to factor in the horsepower of the motor, labor, and the removal and disposal of your old unit.

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