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Handyman Mike of Ferndale - Unlicensed Contractor

3957 Grizzly Bluff Rd
4.90(
15
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Handyman Mike of Ferndale - Unlicensed Contractor

3957 Grizzly Bluff Rd
4.90(
15
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
34 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!

"Handyman Mike is easy to communicate with and very thorough. He insists on doing quality work and is very thoughtful. We had him make some modifications for my wheelchair bound husband. He was most thoughtful and his partner Sean was very skilled and kind as well."

Helen W on July 2023

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!

"Handyman Mike is easy to communicate with and very thorough. He insists on doing quality work and is very thoughtful. We had him make some modifications for my wheelchair bound husband. He was most thoughtful and his partner Sean was very skilled and kind as well."

Helen W on July 2023


Coast to Coast Plumbing

336 Montgomery St
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Coast to Coast Plumbing

336 Montgomery St
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 local quotes requested

15+ Years Coast to Coast Plumbing is 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.

"If you need anything under the realm of plumbing, this is the Man to call. Quality work, and doesn't take 3 months to get back to you."

Johnathan G on July 2024

15+ Years Coast to Coast Plumbing is 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.

"If you need anything under the realm of plumbing, this is the Man to call. Quality work, and doesn't take 3 months to get back to you."

Johnathan G on July 2024


Residential and commercial plumbing services. Providing quality service since 1991. Water filtration systems, pumps, storage tanks, underground utilities, remodels, and renovations.


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FortiFi

11111 Santa Monica Blvd
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FortiFi

11111 Santa Monica Blvd
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10 years of experience

FortiFi offers 100%, non-credit based financing for energy-efficient upgrades to your home. We offer a quick approval process, no payments for up to 17 months, and access to carefully screened contractors who will get the job done right.

FortiFi offers 100%, non-credit based financing for energy-efficient upgrades to your home. We offer a quick approval process, no payments for up to 17 months, and access to carefully screened contractors who will get the job done right.


"They had to cut into our buliding, but put it all back together, before they left. There were two other systems that had previously been damaged, the guys fixed these, too."

Bob B on October 2021

Owner owned and operated company with 15 years of experience. We are a full service plumbing company-no job is too big or to small! Free estimates.

"They had to cut into our buliding, but put it all back together, before they left. There were two other systems that had previously been damaged, the guys fixed these, too."

Bob B on October 2021


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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

143 Charlotte Ave
4.30(
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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

143 Charlotte Ave
4.30(
576
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Customers say: Super punctual
31552 local quotes requested

NEW! Appliance Consultation – Just $35 Get expert advice before you spend on repairs or replacements. A Neli technician will evaluate your issue and help you decide if your appliance can be fixed—or if it’s time for a new one. Virtual Appliance Diagnosis and Repair - Just $45 Service Description: Diagnose or repair your appliance virtually—no need for anyone to enter your home. Neli’s certified technicians guide you step-by-step via secure video chat. How It Works: Book online at nelihome.com or call 833-876-0900 Connect with a tech through our video platform Diagnose or fix the issue in real time Get expert advice and confidence in your next steps What’s Included: Real-time video guidance from a certified technician Diagnosis of the issue OR full repair (when possible) Step-by-step guidance using your smartphone or tablet Safe, contact-free service - no one in your home Flexible scheduling—appointments available daily Perfect For: Appliance fixes HVAC troubleshooting DIY-savvy homeowners Saving time and money on service calls

"Great! The technician helped us to locate the issue and explained how to fix it ourselves. This was my 3rd time using NeliHome. They are my first go to for diagnosing an appliance issue."

Jennifer Y on October 2025

NEW! Appliance Consultation – Just $35 Get expert advice before you spend on repairs or replacements. A Neli technician will evaluate your issue and help you decide if your appliance can be fixed—or if it’s time for a new one. Virtual Appliance Diagnosis and Repair - Just $45 Service Description: Diagnose or repair your appliance virtually—no need for anyone to enter your home. Neli’s certified technicians guide you step-by-step via secure video chat. How It Works: Book online at nelihome.com or call 833-876-0900 Connect with a tech through our video platform Diagnose or fix the issue in real time Get expert advice and confidence in your next steps What’s Included: Real-time video guidance from a certified technician Diagnosis of the issue OR full repair (when possible) Step-by-step guidance using your smartphone or tablet Safe, contact-free service - no one in your home Flexible scheduling—appointments available daily Perfect For: Appliance fixes HVAC troubleshooting DIY-savvy homeowners Saving time and money on service calls

"Great! The technician helped us to locate the issue and explained how to fix it ourselves. This was my 3rd time using NeliHome. They are my first go to for diagnosing an appliance issue."

Jennifer Y on October 2025


Dan's Plumbing and Heating

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Dan's Plumbing and Heating

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Family owned and operating since 1994, Dan's Plumbing and Heating serves all your plumbing and heating needs. We are licensed, bonded and insured, and offer 24/7 emergency services.

Family owned and operating since 1994, Dan's Plumbing and Heating serves all your plumbing and heating needs. We are licensed, bonded and insured, and offer 24/7 emergency services.



GreenWay Drain Cleaning

2525 J ST
5.00(
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GreenWay Drain Cleaning

2525 J ST
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

HOME ABOUT CONTACT I'm Tony Valadao, Owner operator of GreenWay Drain Cleaning. I was born and raised in Humboldt County and I have 20 years of experience in our local plumbing and rooter industry. I knew that the only way I could give excellent customer service at an affordable price was to open my own business.

HOME ABOUT CONTACT I'm Tony Valadao, Owner operator of GreenWay Drain Cleaning. I was born and raised in Humboldt County and I have 20 years of experience in our local plumbing and rooter industry. I knew that the only way I could give excellent customer service at an affordable price was to open my own business.


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Install Garbage Disposal questions, answered by experts

While unplugging your garbage disposal and plugging it back in may help, most units have an actual reset button, a bright red switch found on the underside of your unit. If your garbage disposal needs resetting, you may notice this button sticking out about a quarter of an inch from the surface of the unit, with which it’s usually flush. Simply depress this reset button to reset the unit, and then test to ensure it’s working about 10 minutes later.

Soil is just one of the items you shouldn't put down a garbage disposal. Garbage disposals are only meant for soft, non-fibrous foods. Large amounts of topsoil, dirt, or rocks will damage the blades of your garbage disposal or clog the pipes. If a small amount of dirt goes down the drain as you repot a plant, you shouldn't have to worry, but never dump a whole pot of soil in the sink for fast disposal.

Garbage disposals can be considered bad for the environment due to their electricity usage, but good for the environment because they reduce the food waste sent to landfills. If everyone used a garbage disposal, it would tax the wastewater treatment facilities in that region, but if we had to choose one of the options, we’d say they are a net positive on the environment when used correctly. 

When a dishwasher discharges its wastewater, it uses a pump to quickly move a lot of water. If anything in the drain line or the garbage disposal impedes the high volume of water, it will back up into the sink through the drain or the garbage disposal. Following regular dishwasher maintenance tips like clearing clogs, keeping them cleared, and occasionally running the disposal will eliminate the problem.

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.

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