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Q&M LLC

PO Box 8052
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Q&M LLC

PO Box 8052
4.53(
19
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
78 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

Welcome to Q&M LLC, your trusted source for top-quality home services in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and the surrounding areas. With over 4 years of experience, we are a proud family-owned business dedicated to exceptional customer service and superior results. We specialize in all types of concrete work, including driveways, patios, and sidewalks. Our team takes the time to understand your needs, ensuring your vision becomes a reality. What sets us apart is our competitive pricing and commitment to clear communication. We also have fluent Spanish speakers on our team to better serve our Spanish-speaking customers.

"Reliable and on time with quality work I would highly recommend them"

Michael Z on July 2025

Welcome to Q&M LLC, your trusted source for top-quality home services in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and the surrounding areas. With over 4 years of experience, we are a proud family-owned business dedicated to exceptional customer service and superior results. We specialize in all types of concrete work, including driveways, patios, and sidewalks. Our team takes the time to understand your needs, ensuring your vision becomes a reality. What sets us apart is our competitive pricing and commitment to clear communication. We also have fluent Spanish speakers on our team to better serve our Spanish-speaking customers.

"Reliable and on time with quality work I would highly recommend them"

Michael Z on July 2025

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Arwood Waste of Cedar Rapids

2250 A St SW
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Arwood Waste of Cedar Rapids

2250 A St SW
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We provide competitive dumpster rental & portable Toilet prices across the US.John D. Arwood is President of Arwood Waste, a local waste disposal and demolition company in Jacksonville, FL and Arwood Waste National, a nationwide waste management and portable sanitation provider. Founded in 1984 alongside his father, John C. Arwood learned the fundamentals that have led to over 30 years of success in the waste disposal and sanitation industry. In 2004 he established a nationwide network of waste management and portable sanitation companies under Arwood Waste National. Caring for his community has been a priority, through personally funded and inspired initiatives like National Garbage Man Day, Space Waste Solutions, & The Recycle Guide, he continues to raise awareness and educate about the waste management industry, garbage workers, and environmental conservation. For Arwood, his joy comes from seeing more & more garbage collectors celebrated & appreciated in their communities for the hard work they accomplish daily.

We provide competitive dumpster rental & portable Toilet prices across the US.John D. Arwood is President of Arwood Waste, a local waste disposal and demolition company in Jacksonville, FL and Arwood Waste National, a nationwide waste management and portable sanitation provider. Founded in 1984 alongside his father, John C. Arwood learned the fundamentals that have led to over 30 years of success in the waste disposal and sanitation industry. In 2004 he established a nationwide network of waste management and portable sanitation companies under Arwood Waste National. Caring for his community has been a priority, through personally funded and inspired initiatives like National Garbage Man Day, Space Waste Solutions, & The Recycle Guide, he continues to raise awareness and educate about the waste management industry, garbage workers, and environmental conservation. For Arwood, his joy comes from seeing more & more garbage collectors celebrated & appreciated in their communities for the hard work they accomplish daily.

Garbage Collection 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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