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Moffitt Mowing and Towing
4.3(
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Ankeny, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Was a wonderful company to work with! I had to get so much yard debris and junk removed. Josh and his team saved me the headache! He was timely, conversed with me when needed and got the job done quick. Highly recommend!"
Response time10 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
Tyler Hepworth
New to Angi
Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Ankeny, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Hello! My name is Tyler Hepworth, and I am looking forward to working with you. I am just a man looking for more ways to provide for my family and help people in the process. I have extensive experience in quite a few different fields of work including construction, security, fire protection, electrical, mechanic work, plumbing, drywall, lawn care, and telecommunications. Im capable of helping with a range of needs you may have, from gutter cleaning and lawn care to painting and drywall work. I hope to get the opportunity to work with you in accomplishing your goals.

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Des Moines Area Roofing
4.8(
275
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Ankeny, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the beginning to the end we had excellent customer service. Jan, office manager, kept us informed every day on the progress of the job. The owner, Tim, was very courteous, informative, and easy to work with. The last day finishing up the skylight the derecho hit and they worked quickly and safely to remove the equipment off the property. I'm sure they remember that day! The crew on the roof were excellent and they were meticulous in the final clean-up stage. We are pleased with our new skylights!"
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JERMAINES HAULING & SERVICES, INC
4.5(
12
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Ankeny, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He is wonderful. He is a good kid and he worked hard. He was very grateful to have the job and was not that expensive. Be sure and hire him. He is a nice young man who is not afraid to work hard. I was very happy to find him."
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Garbage Removal FAQs, answered by experts

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. 

Never put glass in the garbage disposal. It can damage your disposal or eject shards of glass out of the disposal and cause injury. If you get broken glass in your garbage disposal, turn it off and cut the power from the breaker, use a tool like pliers or tongs to remove the glass, and use a wet-dry vacuum to remove the remaining glass pieces. If you can’t access the disposal safely, call a garbage disposal repair pro.

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.

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.

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.

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