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AOM Remodeling and Restoration
4.6(
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Another fantastic job by AOM! This was a small job that we needed done, but had put off for years because it was too complicated for us, and thus beyond our capabilities. The workmen showed up early and were done before we knew it. They were professional, skilled, polite and left a clean work site."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers
4.5(
282
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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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Innovative Home Movers
5.0(
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The service was outstanding and the workers were fantastic!! Requested them for 2 hours and they got everything I needed done within an hour. They were very polite and well-mannered! I would most definitely ask them to come back and help me if I needed any kind of moving services again in the future!"
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GlobeHaul Transport
New to Angi
Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

Hello, my name is Reno. I’m reaching out to express my interest in partnering with your company to provide junk removal services. I have prior experience working with a junk removal business and am now expanding to operate independently. I own a 26-foot box truck and am fully equipped to handle a wide range of removal and hauling needs.\nI would appreciate the opportunity to discuss how I can assist with your junk removal or related service needs.

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One call Hauling&Transport
New to Angi
Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

One Call Hauling & Transport is currently serving Illinois and surrounding states. We are the Best hauling service around and we can haul anything you need. We're up for the task, so don't hesitate to give us a call or click for a quick estimate on your service!

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

Garbage disposals can be considered bad for the environment due to their electricity usage, but good for the environment because they reduce the food waste sent to landfills. If everyone used a garbage disposal, it would tax the wastewater treatment facilities in that region, but if we had to choose one of the options, we’d say they are a net positive on the environment when used correctly. 

The main issue with garbage disposals is clogging. This can mean a clogging of the pipes that expel the food along with water, or a clogging of the mechanical parts themselves. The problem lies in the solution because you can’t easily see clogs if they’re inside the system, and reaching in to dislodge stuck items is a risky proposal. Call a pro and ask what they would do, but if you can’t see the clog easily, and running the unit won’t free it, you need to let a professional handle the fix. 

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.

Garbage disposals are durable appliances that usually last at least eight years as long as you clean and maintain them. It’s relatively rare for a garbage disposal to break on its own, as most malfunctions happen due to user errors, like overstuffing the grinding compartment or damaging the blades by trying to dispose of metal or bone. Eventually, cracks or leaks could develop in the unit, which requires a full replacement. 

These appliances certainly increase the number of things allowed down the drain, but they’re not foolproof. There are several items you shouldn’t put in your garbage disposal, according to manufacturers and technicians. Don’t put coffee grounds down the drain. The same goes for eggshells, potato peels, hard foods, onion skins, and any dry, expandable food. Most importantly, never put grease or oils down the drain.

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