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Tejada's Remodeling Inc
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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"José arrived and immediately got to repair my counter had scratches and nicks. Work was very satisfactory and cleanup was not my problem! They left everything super clean, I’d hire them to reseal my granite counter!"
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SWG Junk Removal and Demo Services
New to Angi
Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Here at S.W.G we handle junk removal for residential properties inside and outside. We do commercial property junk removal. In home demolition as well as small outdoor demolition. We pride ourselves in getting our jobs done in a timely manner but keeping the customers satisfaction at the forefront. We have a three man team that can tackle any job.

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Pioneer Valley Junk Removal
New to Angi
Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Welcome to Pioneer Valley Removal!\nWe're a local junk removal company dedicated to helping homeowners, landlords, and businesses clear unwanted items and reclaim their space.\nFrom cleanouts to everyday clutter, we make removal simple, reliable, and stress-free.

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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.

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.

The most common garbage disposal size in the U.S. is 1/2 horsepower. This size is ideal for households with three or fewer people or those that don't produce much food waste. Although 1/2 horsepower can't handle the typical food waste load for a household of four (which is about 250 pounds of food waste annually) as effectively as 3/4 horsepower, it remains the most common size of garbage disposal on the market.

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