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Tommy Robinson
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

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Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Experienced Handyman & Skilled Problem Solver\nHello I am a dependable, hands-on handyman with a broad range of skills and a practical approach to solving problems. I believe in taking the time to understand the issue, finding the right solution, and doing the job properly.\n\nMy home improvement and maintenance experience includes interior and exterior painting, preparation, sanding, masking, and power washing, including the use of professional hot-water power washing equipment. I also handle many common household repairs, including toilet repairs and replacements, leaking sinks and faucets, hot water tank replacements, and copper pipe repairs and sweating.\n\nIn addition to my home repair skills, I have 30 years of automotive mechanical experience, including diagnostics, troubleshooting, identifying problems, and making repairs. That experience has taught me to pay close attention to details, think through problems, and find the root cause of the issue.

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Take it all haul
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were awesome. I will definitely use them again. Very professional, early arrival, and cleaned up everything after the job was done. They did an excellent job."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by26%of homeowners
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RollingStone
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Great price, very friendly and professional. He arrived promptly and was very helpful in removing our junk. I would highly recommend Kelton. We will definitely be using him again. Bobby Ray - Just Pure Maid, LLC."
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2 Bedroom home cleanout
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Pro Movers
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the second time I used this company. And both times by stuff was moved carefully and quickly. I recommend this company to my and my sister use their service and she had nothing but good things to say."
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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

In some cases, it’s more cost-effective in the long run to replace a garbage disposal, but it depends on the specific issue you’re having and the age of your disposal. You should ask a garbage disposal repair tech for a quote to repair your appliance and then see if it would be more worthwhile to replace it. Additionally, garbage disposals last for around 15 years, so if you know your appliance is reaching that age, it’s likely better to pay for a new garbage disposal rather than sink money into repairs.

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.

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.

Garbage disposals are durable appliances that usually last at least eight years as long as you clean and maintain them. It’s relatively rare for a garbage disposal to break on its own, as most malfunctions happen due to user errors, like overstuffing the grinding compartment or damaging the blades by trying to dispose of metal or bone. Eventually, cracks or leaks could develop in the unit, which requires a full replacement. 

On average, a garbage disposal can last anywhere from 7 to 12 years, with many models functioning well for about 10 years. With heavy usage, a motor may last a minimum of five years, while grinding plates will wear down over time. It's generally a good idea to consider a replacement if your unit is approaching the 10-year mark. Other signs that it's time for a new disposal include frequent leaks, persistent clogs, lingering odors, lack of power, or unusual noises. If your unit is not that old, it's worth investigating if a less expensive part, like a rubber seal or a loose hose, is causing the issue.

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