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Kyle & Roxy Properties LLc
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Canaan, CT and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

🚛 I’m excited to share that I’ve started my own junk removal business!\n\nHave unwanted items taking up space in your home, garage, yard, or rental property? Give me a call and let’s get it cleaned up!\n\nI’m also offering dump truck services and will be providing snow plowing when winter arrives. Whether you need something hauled away or help keeping your driveway clear, reach out to discuss the job.\n\n📞 Call or text: 959 282 4994\n📩 You can also message me here on Facebook!\n\nEven if you don’t need these services right now, sharing this post or passing my number along would mean a lot. Thank you for supporting my new business!

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SWG Junk Removal and Demo Services
New to Angi
Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Canaan, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Here at S.W.G we handle junk removal for residential properties inside and outside. We do commercial property junk removal. In home demolition as well as small outdoor demolition. We pride ourselves in getting our jobs done in a timely manner but keeping the customers satisfaction at the forefront. We have a three man team that can tackle any job.

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Garbage Collection FAQs, answered by experts

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.

On average, it takes one to four hours for a professional to install a garbage disposal. This includes removing the old unit, taking necessary measurements for positioning, removing and fitting new pipes, and installing the brand-new disposal system. If there are unforeseen issues, such as accessibility concerns, the process takes longer.

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.

The most common garbage disposal size in the U.S. is 1/2 horsepower. This size is ideal for households with three or fewer people or those that don't produce much food waste. Although 1/2 horsepower can't handle the typical food waste load for a household of four (which is about 250 pounds of food waste annually) as effectively as 3/4 horsepower, it remains the most common size of garbage disposal on the market.

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.

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