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Everybody Hates Junk
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas

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Everybody Hates Junk is your local, full-service junk removal and hauling company, proudly serving Pennsylvania Whether it's residential, commercial, or construction cleanup — no job is too big or small.\nWe remove everything from old furniture, appliances, yard waste, and renovation debris to full property cleanouts — all with zero hassle and upfront pricing. Our friendly, insured team shows up on time, works quickly, and leaves your space spotless.

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Jewilion group
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Houston, DE and surrounding areas

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Introduction\n*Jewilion Group – Clearing Space, Creating Peace of Mind*\nAt Jewilion Group, we make junk disappear so you don’t have to stress about it. Whether it’s one bulky couch, a garage full of clutter, or a full property cleanout, our team shows up on time, works fast, and leaves your space clean. No hassle, no hidden fees, just honest junk removal done right.\n\n*What We Take:\n- *Household*: Furniture, appliances, mattresses, electronics, old décor \n- *Renovation debris*: Wood, drywall, flooring, cabinets, fixtures \n- *Yard waste*: Branches, leaves, fencing, shed teardowns \n- *Commercial*: Office furniture, equipment\n\nOur Process:\n1. *Book*: Call or text for a free estimate \n2. *Show up*: We arrive with a truck and a friendly crew \n3. *Price*: Upfront, all-inclusive pricing before we start \n4. *Remove*: We lift, load, sweep up, and haul it away

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

As with many appliances, proper maintenance is key to maximizing your garbage disposal’s life span. If everyone in your household is on board with proper care and maintenance, like running water while operating the disposal, you should get plenty of years out of your unit. Avoid putting the wrong food items down the disposal, including pasta, rice, bread, and more.

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.

The main issue with garbage disposals is clogging. This can mean a clogging of the pipes that expel the food along with water, or a clogging of the mechanical parts themselves. The problem lies in the solution because you can’t easily see clogs if they’re inside the system, and reaching in to dislodge stuck items is a risky proposal. Call a pro and ask what they would do, but if you can’t see the clog easily, and running the unit won’t free it, you need to let a professional handle the fix. 

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.

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