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West Shore Home Des Moines

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West Shore Home Des Moines

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142 local quotes requested
19 years of experience

To accomplish our mission, we have implemented a simple approach that will restore the beauty of your home while significantly reducing your energy bills - and we get it done in just one day! From start to finish, the West Shore Window & Door, Inc., experience is engineered to bring happiness to every home. The health and safety of our customers and employees is a top priority. Our team is following all CDC guidelines so we can provide you with the fast and convenient home improvements. We are also offering free virtual design consultations! Schedule your free consultation today.

"West Shore Homes installed a new shower. They were so friendly and worked efficiently. I was expecting to have to clean up after they were done, but they did all of that for me. My new shower is beautiful and I am happy with the work that was done and each employee that I had contact with"

Heather H on September 2025

To accomplish our mission, we have implemented a simple approach that will restore the beauty of your home while significantly reducing your energy bills - and we get it done in just one day! From start to finish, the West Shore Window & Door, Inc., experience is engineered to bring happiness to every home. The health and safety of our customers and employees is a top priority. Our team is following all CDC guidelines so we can provide you with the fast and convenient home improvements. We are also offering free virtual design consultations! Schedule your free consultation today.

"West Shore Homes installed a new shower. They were so friendly and worked efficiently. I was expecting to have to clean up after they were done, but they did all of that for me. My new shower is beautiful and I am happy with the work that was done and each employee that I had contact with"

Heather H on September 2025

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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

4.75(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
29748 local quotes requested

NEW! Appliance Consultation – Just $35 Get expert advice before you spend on repairs or replacements. A Neli technician will evaluate your issue and help you decide if your appliance can be fixed—or if it’s time for a new one. Virtual Appliance Diagnosis and Repair - Just $45 Service Description: Diagnose or repair your appliance virtually—no need for anyone to enter your home. Neli’s certified technicians guide you step-by-step via secure video chat. How It Works: Book online at nelihome.com or call 833-876-0900 Connect with a tech through our video platform Diagnose or fix the issue in real time Get expert advice and confidence in your next steps What’s Included: Real-time video guidance from a certified technician Diagnosis of the issue OR full repair (when possible) Step-by-step guidance using your smartphone or tablet Safe, contact-free service - no one in your home Flexible scheduling—appointments available daily Perfect For: Appliance fixes HVAC troubleshooting DIY-savvy homeowners Saving time and money on service calls

"Did a great job "

Don F on November 2025

NEW! Appliance Consultation – Just $35 Get expert advice before you spend on repairs or replacements. A Neli technician will evaluate your issue and help you decide if your appliance can be fixed—or if it’s time for a new one. Virtual Appliance Diagnosis and Repair - Just $45 Service Description: Diagnose or repair your appliance virtually—no need for anyone to enter your home. Neli’s certified technicians guide you step-by-step via secure video chat. How It Works: Book online at nelihome.com or call 833-876-0900 Connect with a tech through our video platform Diagnose or fix the issue in real time Get expert advice and confidence in your next steps What’s Included: Real-time video guidance from a certified technician Diagnosis of the issue OR full repair (when possible) Step-by-step guidance using your smartphone or tablet Safe, contact-free service - no one in your home Flexible scheduling—appointments available daily Perfect For: Appliance fixes HVAC troubleshooting DIY-savvy homeowners Saving time and money on service calls

"Did a great job "

Don F on November 2025

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Go Pro Home Remodeling and instections

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Go Pro Home Remodeling and instections

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At Go Pro we provide affordible bathroom remodels that can help you or a loved one that has a hard time standing in the shower or getting in the tub they are also amazing if you just want a new look we are onyx and spa tub certifed they are a great look and are 100% water proof we promise you will love it

At Go Pro we provide affordible bathroom remodels that can help you or a loved one that has a hard time standing in the shower or getting in the tub they are also amazing if you just want a new look we are onyx and spa tub certifed they are a great look and are 100% water proof we promise you will love it

Sedlock bros

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Sedlock bros

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16 years of experience

15 years experience and knowledge in most residential construction including, siding, soffit, roofing, windows, doors, framing, custom homes, flooring, drywall, trim, kitchen remodel, bathroom remodel.

15 years experience and knowledge in most residential construction including, siding, soffit, roofing, windows, doors, framing, custom homes, flooring, drywall, trim, kitchen remodel, bathroom remodel.

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Handyman PRO Home Services

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Handyman PRO Home Services

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8 years of experience

A handyman service you can count on to get service done. I have been in business over 20 years and provide 5 star services for drain cleaning,lawn services,new and replacement of garage doors and openers,smart thermostats. Assembly service for bicycles,indoor furniture,outdoor furniture,lawn and garden items and more.

"He left a large mess, and I had to clean up after him."

Jesica H on April 2022

A handyman service you can count on to get service done. I have been in business over 20 years and provide 5 star services for drain cleaning,lawn services,new and replacement of garage doors and openers,smart thermostats. Assembly service for bicycles,indoor furniture,outdoor furniture,lawn and garden items and more.

"He left a large mess, and I had to clean up after him."

Jesica H on April 2022

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Plumbco

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Plumbco

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5 years of experience

Plumbco is Southeast Iowa's only full-service plumbing company. Our attention to detail, superior quality, and reasonable pricing sets us apart from our competitors and allows us to offer our customers a cost effective and stress free plumbing solution. These three traits are the bare minimum that all our customers deserve. Plumbco is locally owned and operated by state licensed experts.

Plumbco is Southeast Iowa's only full-service plumbing company. Our attention to detail, superior quality, and reasonable pricing sets us apart from our competitors and allows us to offer our customers a cost effective and stress free plumbing solution. These three traits are the bare minimum that all our customers deserve. Plumbco is locally owned and operated by state licensed experts.

Maintenance & Fabrication Specialist

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Maintenance & Fabrication Specialist

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Residential, Industrial, Commercial, and Agricultural Repairs Building and Machine/ Equipment Repairs, A/C repairs and troubleshooting Weld Repairs, Custom Fabrication, and Lawn Art Small Remodels this includes drywall, tile, electrical, plumbing, and

Residential, Industrial, Commercial, and Agricultural Repairs Building and Machine/ Equipment Repairs, A/C repairs and troubleshooting Weld Repairs, Custom Fabrication, and Lawn Art Small Remodels this includes drywall, tile, electrical, plumbing, and

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Garbage Disposal Repair questions, answered by experts

Most garbage disposals have a reset button that can be triggered with a tool as simple and accessible as your index finger. That said, if you need to perform a more in-depth troubleshooting step, like manually moving the arms inside the unit or rotating the impeller plate, a hex wrench is the most common tool you’ll need. Most garbage disposals come with a hex wrench.

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.

Whether you choose to repair your garbage disposal will depend on the problem. For minor issues like a bad seal, you can fix the unit for less than $10. If the motor unit is broken, which can easily cost $150, you may want to consider replacing the entire disposal if it’s getting on in years. 

Garbage disposals can last between 10 and 12 years, so if your unit is pushing its lifespan, it may be a good idea to replace it. If your unit isn’t approaching the 10-year mark, try investigating other parts of the disposal to see if there's an affordable repair on the horizon. For example, rubber has a shorter lifespan than 10 years, connections and hoses loosen over time, and sink flanges can cause leaks that have nothing to do with disposals.

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.

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