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Avatar for Get It Gone Junk Removal & Hauling
Get It Gone Junk Removal & Hauling
5.0(
43
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were incredible. They took away everything that I needed to get out of my garage and house. They kept me informed and updated. Best of all, they will donate specific items to a women’s shelter and others who may need them. It was a win-win. I will use them again."
Hauling Project
Hot tub
Hauling Project
Hauling Project
2nd bedroom

+40

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Amaya Handyman & Remodel, LLC
Amaya Handyman & Remodel, LLC
5.0(
21
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Overall Felipe and his staff provide excellent customer service and their work is outstanding. The company’s costs are very reasonable and we will definitely use them again. I would recommend you hire this company for handyman services."
Kitchen Remodel
Exterior Paint
Exterior Paint
Exterior Paint
Exterior Paint

+26

Response time11 hrs
Response rate89%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Villa Handyman - Unlicensed Contractor
4.6(
47
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We needed work done involving three different trades and were hoping to find one company that could complete all aspects of the job. The work included sheetrock replacement (including texturing to be paint-ready), laminate flooring & padding installation, and bath vanity install & connect water lines. We received estimates from four different companies and chose Armando Espinoza Villa Handyman. Armando came over to see and discuss the job and provided an estimate later that day. He has a calm, low key demeanor and did a good job of listening to what we needed done. His pricing was fair, and he has experience in all the areas involved in our project. He also has many very good reviews on Angi, which was a factor in hiring him. Additionally, we Googled his company to see photos of his work. Armando completed all of the work on our house in just over two days. His work looks professional and we're very pleased with how it turned out. We'd hire him again. We've included photos."
New remodel kitchen
Main water line replace
All cities projects well
All cities projects well
All cities projects well

+9

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Recycle Master
5.0(
5
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I'm so impressed with Recycle Master Company! Their team is not only efficient but also genuinely caring about responsible recycling. They handled all my old electronics and furniture with expertise. Plus, their pricing was very reasonable. Definitely my go-to for e-waste disposal!"
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Hauling Today
Hauling Today
5.0(
3
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a ton of old scrap metal and rotten wood. Zach was more than happy to help get it off my hands for a more than fair price. Iâ d happily recommend this service to anyone I know."
Response time4 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Instate moving company
5.0(
8
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent immediate consultation, value for the job was very fair, nice guys did the pickup especially Mocen. If ever in need I will certainly call them again."
Junk removal
Junk removal
Junk removal
Moving job
Moving job

+8

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for EBM Construction
EBM Construction
4.9(
11
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He's great and my go to guy. He's always available and well rounded. He's knowledgeable in electricity, carpentry, drywall, and construction as well. He's extremely helpful for anything regarding handyman."
Handyman Services Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Plumbing Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+63

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Solid Ground Landscaping
Solid Ground Landscaping
4.6(
10
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mauricio and his team did an amazing job transforming our landscaping and fixing our irrigation system. They were quick, efficient and paid attention to details. Their price was great and they were super responsive. I would definitely hire them again."
Drainage and sprinkler
Drainage and sprinkler
Drainage and sprinkler
Drainage and sprinkler
Drainage and sprinkler

+53

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

These appliances do unscrew, but you need to disconnect everything properly when you replace your garbage disposal. Make sure you shut the power off to the area first and check that it’s off with a voltage detector. Disconnect the main drain line and P-trap, and then disconnect the dishwasher drain line if you have one connected. You can then unscrew your garbage disposal using a disposal wrench. Just make sure you disconnect the electrical lines before removing your appliance.

No, you do not need a garbage disposal to have a dishwasher. A dishwasher will work without one, and while it's rare to see a home with a dishwasher that doesn't have a disposal, it is possible. The two appliances pair well and are often installed together because a disposal simplifies meal cleanup.

However, your dishwasher should not be used as a replacement for a garbage disposal. Subjecting it to continuous food leftovers can lead to major clogs. If you choose not to install a garbage disposal, you should thoroughly rinse your plates or scrape excess food into the trash or a compost pile before loading them into the dishwasher to prevent plumbing issues.

These appliances certainly increase the number of things allowed down the drain, but they’re not foolproof. There are several items you shouldn’t put in your garbage disposal, according to manufacturers and technicians. Don’t put coffee grounds down the drain. The same goes for eggshells, potato peels, hard foods, onion skins, and any dry, expandable food. Most importantly, never put grease or oils down the drain.

Continuous feed garbage disposals are the favorite model for many homeowners for a reason. As opposed to batch feed models, add food scraps to the drain whenever the disposal is running. This variety is also typically less expensive, more convenient, and easier to clean.

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.

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