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Avatar for Baker General Construction, LLC
Baker General Construction, LLC
5.0(
8
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"wonderful service. on time, very careful, and kind. i would definitely recommend this company for anyone and will definitely hire again when needed."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Moffitt Mowing and Towing
4.0(
2
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Des Moines Area Roofing
4.8(
275
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew was professional, quick and respectful of the yard. I would recommend them to anyone that is in need of a new roof."
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JERMAINES HAULING & SERVICES, INC
4.5(
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were on time. They advertised cleaning, but it seemed they were in a hurry and if the things they came to collect had not been placed in a pile I think they would have driven away.
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Iowa RoofPros
4.5(
72
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was fabulous. They were very courteous with me. They were very helpful in explaining everything. They did an excellent job. It was a spotless job."
cedar shake roofing replacement
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New Melleray Abbey
Multi-family Bettendorf, Iowa
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+146

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers
4.5(
282
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"What a great job these folks did. We basically were only moving furniture, as we had "pre-moved" most of our clothing and knick-knacks, but what a great job they did with furniture: taking apart and reassembling furniture, wrapping and protecting finishes, and securing our goods on their truck. They did move one closet of clothing, hanging it in wardrobe boxes and rehanging at our destination. They were as busy as bees throughout the process. I highly recommend Moving APT."
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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CLEANER SPACE DEBRIS REMOVAL & PROPERTY SERVICES LLC
5.0(
3
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. Responded quickly and got my stuff cleared out. Very reasonable."
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Response time20 mins
Response rate88%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

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.

In some cases, it’s more cost-effective in the long run to replace a garbage disposal, but it depends on the specific issue you’re having and the age of your disposal. You should ask a garbage disposal repair tech for a quote to repair your appliance and then see if it would be more worthwhile to replace it. Additionally, garbage disposals last for around 15 years, so if you know your appliance is reaching that age, it’s likely better to pay for a new garbage disposal rather than sink money into repairs.

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.

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.

No, you do not need a garbage disposal to have a dishwasher. A dishwasher will work without one, and while it's rare to see a home with a dishwasher that doesn't have a disposal, it is possible. The two appliances pair well and are often installed together because a disposal simplifies meal cleanup.

However, your dishwasher should not be used as a replacement for a garbage disposal. Subjecting it to continuous food leftovers can lead to major clogs. If you choose not to install a garbage disposal, you should thoroughly rinse your plates or scrape excess food into the trash or a compost pile before loading them into the dishwasher to prevent plumbing issues.

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