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Tommy Robinson
New to Angi
Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Windsor, 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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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

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.

If your garbage disposal powers up and you can hear it hum, but the arms inside aren’t moving, the problem might be a stubborn clog, a build-up of grease, or a jam of the impeller plate. To troubleshoot these, ensure your unit is off and disconnected from its power source before checking inside the drain or attempting to manually rotate the impeller arms or plate from the underside of the unit. A hex wrench can help.

Whether it's worth repairing your garbage disposal depends on its age and the specific problem. Generally, if the unit is eight years old or younger, repair is a good option. For minor issues like a bad seal or a simple jam, a repair can be inexpensive, sometimes under $10. However, if the motor is broken (a repair that can cost $150 or more) or the unit is getting old, it's often more cost-effective to replace the entire disposal.

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