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Revolve Junk Removal
5.0(
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I was very pleased with Revolve Junk Removal. Dre and his partner were the kind of people I don’t mind having in my house. They took their shoes off before coming in and they were polite and friendly. They gave me a good price to remove two couches. I will definitely use them again."
Brick and stone removal
Garage clean out !
Hot tub tear down and removal
Hauling Project
Cardboard recycling

+33

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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KG Get it Done
5.0(
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I've used KG twice to clean out a house owned by my parents that needed to be emptied. Both times, KG was courteous and punctual, and most of all, SUPER EASY to communicate with to make sure we were all set. I plan to rent from them again at my own house for a cleanup project in the Fall. Their professionalism and service are top-notch."
Commercial junk removal
Commercial junk removal
Commercial junk removal
Commercial junk removal
Commercial junk removal

+4

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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The Clean Eagle
5.0(
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Arlington, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I was a 5 star job. Very professional, personable, efficient, fast and price was extremely reasonable. I can highly recommend this company. They get the job done and done right."
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Garbage Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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. 

You may be able to install a garbage disposal on your own, especially if you're handy or have some experience with plumbing. However, if you have any concerns or want to make absolutely sure that the connections are installed correctly, you may be better off hiring a local garbage disposal installer to do the job. 

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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