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LJ’s junk removal
New to Angi
Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Cicero, IN and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Hi, I’m Landon, owner of LJ’s Junk Removal. We’re a locally owned junk removal company focused on making your cleanup as easy and stress-free as possible.\n\nWhether you’re cleaning out a garage, getting rid of old furniture, moving, renovating, or simply tired of having unwanted items taking up space, we’re here to help. We take pride in being reliable, professional, respectful of your property, and upfront with our pricing.\n\nWe’ll arrive on time, do the heavy lifting, clean up after ourselves, and haul your unwanted items away so you don’t have to worry about a thing.\n\nAt LJ’s Junk Removal, we believe in treating every customer’s home like it’s our own and earning your business through great service—not just getting the job done.\n\nGive LJ’s Junk Removal a call and let us take the junk off your hands!

tru brothers box trucks
New to Angi
Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Cicero, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Hello, Shawn here with Tru Brothers Box Trucks, we've been in business since Feb of 2023 but have an extensive background in clean outs, junk removal, furniture delivery/installation, and as movers. Working for other companies for over 10 years with a combined experience of 30+ years between our 3 guys, well make sure your job is done right, on time, and for a fair price every time.

WillDoIt service
New to Angi
Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Cicero, IN and surrounding areas

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I am an aspiring entrepreneur in landscaping and have been cutting grass since 2008. This summer season of 2026 I’ve decided to go into business locally hoping to build my profile and a reputation the competition won’t be able to compare to because of detail. I have experience installing paver edging, trimming hedges, mulch bed clean ups, and buried gutter downspouts. WillDoIt service aims for curb appeal but assures better than before with attention to detail and prioritized customer care.

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Your garbage disposal will only affect the health of your septic tank if you’re using it too frequently, or filling it with organic waste that doesn’t fully break down. If the tank fills up with too many solids, the bacteria won’t have enough time to consume it before more is added, which can lead to an overflow in the drain field. Your tank will need to be pumped more frequently with excessive or improper garbage disposal use.

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. 

The two main negatives of garbage disposals are they are a safety hazard in homes with children, and they frequently encounter blockage issues. While they might be annoying to fix and monitor, garbage disposals can significantly lower your trash use and are a great way to dispose of organic waste. While there are negatives, the vast majority of homeowners acknowledge the positives are enough to install a disposal in their home. 

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