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Strong Helpers Co.
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Tama, IA and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

We are Strong Helpers Co. - The Strength You Need for Home AND Business! 💪\nStrong Helpers Co. is your single, reliable partner, bringing professional muscle and support to every task on your list. \n\nOur mission is simple: to provide the strength and reliability you need for Everyday Tasks When You Need It!\n\nHow We Empower You or Your Business:\n\nFor Homeowners & Landlords (Residential):\n• 🏡 Home Improvement & Maintenance: Everything from small repairs and exterior upkeep to crucial rental property turn-over and support.\n\n• 📦 Moving & Delivery: Efficient, safe, and stress-free transport for your items.\n\n• 🗑️ Waste Management: Specialized in full estate cleanouts, removal of single large items, and emergency trash pickup during service delays.\n\n• 🧹 Cleaning Packages: Deep cleaning and routine services for a spotless home.\n\n• 🏠 Home & Pet Monitoring (including Airbnb): Peace of mind and reliable oversight while

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers
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Serving Tama, IA and surrounding areas

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"Miller and his colleagues were able to do a lot of things quickly. Along with everything else, they also grabbed some old furniture that I needed help moving to the curb. They took several cares to make sure nothing was damaged during the move, including wrapping the furniture, turning off all the lights, and packaging the picture frames."
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Chandra's Waste Removal
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Tama, IA and surrounding areas

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We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

If the cost of repairing a leaking garbage disposal is close to the cost of replacing the disposal, then fixing the unit might not make sense. When deciding if you should repair or replace your garbage disposal, consider the age of your garbage disposal, the cost of the repair, and whether your garbage disposal has had other problems recently to help you decide if the cost of repairing the leak is better than the cost of replacing the disposal.

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.

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.

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.

As with many appliances, proper maintenance is key to maximizing your garbage disposal’s life span. If everyone in your household is on board with proper care and maintenance, like running water while operating the disposal, you should get plenty of years out of your unit. Avoid putting the wrong food items down the disposal, including pasta, rice, bread, and more.

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