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Moffitt Mowing and Towing
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Ankeny, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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"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
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Des Moines Area Roofing
4.8(
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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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Prime Home Upkeep
5.0(
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Ankeny, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Prime Home Upkeep has revolutionized the way you maintain your home! We take away all your "To Do" list times while keeping your home and property safer and in tip-top shape!\n• Handyman - Full Service Exterior & Interior Services\n• Cleaning - Full move out deep clean\n• Junk Removal - Trash, Junk, Furniture or Appliance Removal\n• HVAC - Checkup, Service, Maintenance & Full Installation\n• Electrical - GFCI Install, Open Wires, Breaker Box Updates\n• Plumbing - Leaking Plumbing, Loose Toilets & More\n• Paint - Touch Up Paint, Full Room Painting\n• Drywall - Repair on Walls & Ceilings\n• Roofing - Repair or Full Replacement\n• Siding - Repair, Paint & Replace Services\n• Yard - Yard Cleanup, Brush and Leaf Removal

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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Garbage Removal questions, answered by experts

Replacing a garbage disposal costs anywhere from $150 to $950, but the average cost is somewhere around $550. There are two types of garbage disposal units, and continuous feed disposals tend to cost more than batch feed disposals. Going for an aluminum garbage disposal is also significantly cheaper than choosing a stainless steel garbage disposal. You'll also need to factor in the horsepower of the motor, labor, and the removal and disposal of your old unit.

Once you have your garbage disposal disconnected, you can remove the mounting bracket by unscrewing the bolts that are holding the bracket. You can back them out just enough to pop off the snap ring, which prevents the bottom portion of the bracket from disconnecting from the top when you unscrew the bolts. Use a regular screwdriver to pop off the snap ring, and the rest of the components should fall off by themselves.

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.

While unplugging your garbage disposal and plugging it back in may help, most units have an actual reset button, a bright red switch found on the underside of your unit. If your garbage disposal needs resetting, you may notice this button sticking out about a quarter of an inch from the surface of the unit, with which it’s usually flush. Simply depress this reset button to reset the unit, and then test to ensure it’s working about 10 minutes later.

Soil is just one of the items you shouldn't put down a garbage disposal. Garbage disposals are only meant for soft, non-fibrous foods. Large amounts of topsoil, dirt, or rocks will damage the blades of your garbage disposal or clog the pipes. If a small amount of dirt goes down the drain as you repot a plant, you shouldn't have to worry, but never dump a whole pot of soil in the sink for fast disposal.

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