"It was so much easier than getting a dumpster. I paid less money than if I had gotten a dumpster because a dumpster charges by weight and since it snowed and rained, everything in the bag was wet - I would have paid a fortune!!! With the bullbag, I paid one set price and the cool part: I got the bag back to refill again and again. This company also recycles most of what is collected so less ends up in a landfill. No better business bureau complaints. One set price to empty. I get to reuse the bag over and over."
"WTPI under the direction of Mr Norman Lee installed a new boiler in my house and added radiators where there had been none before, first in my kitchen and then in a den beyond the kitchen. The installation of new radiators in the kitchen went well. The first problem was that the basement crawl space under the kitchen was a very tight squeeze, but Mr Lee himself managed to get in there to lay the pipes from the radiators and down through the floor out to the boiler. The second problem was that there was a thick layer of insulation in the crawl space, which apparently made it impossible to drill holes through the floor down to the basement to connect with the boiler. So, to solve this problem the pipes were laid around the periphery of the kitchen, behind the refrigerator and the stove until they could be dropped through the floor. A wooden chase had to be built around the pipes so that they would be hidden from view and also be safe for my family. This had the unfortunate result of making my refrigerator and stove stick out a little bit because of the pipes running behind them. I was informed that the extra day that was required to run the pipes around the periphery of the kitchen and build the chase would cost me an additional $1,600. I thought this was a little high so I asked Mr Lee to give me a breakdown of all the costs so I could understand the extra charges. Mr Lee said there had been an error and did reduce the extra charges to about $1,200, which I greatly appreciated, though a detailed breakdown was not provided. Overall excellent work which I will use again for at least one additional home improvement projects. "
"Vista started this job 9/17. From the beginning we were told by the salesman Eric and project manager Keith that the job would be finished to our satisfaction, all our concerns would be addressed. The roofing went well, we are pleased. The siding was a bigger job than they seemed prepared for. They removed wood siding and replaced rotten plywood. The siding looked fine except for an area in the front of our home which is vertically uneven. Holding a straight edge to the siding we have a one inch gap in the vertical level which was not properly prepared. Some our window frames are horrible. One of them has nails driven right in the center of the frame, others have gapping joints and one is wavy. They replaced our perfectly fine topped gutter with a 'top of the line' gutter which isn't topped so is now full of leaves. We live in the woods what were they thinking? At the signing of this contract our salesman Eric said he would do some porch screen framing and stain our new front door. He wanted payment of $600 stating this was his side job. After many, many phone calls, most being ignored, we have gotten no where. Brian Rudd finally came out and told us these problems would be corrected. Last we heard from him was 11/17. He emailed that the siding crew would be out that week to correct window trim. We never heard from or saw any of them again. They never installed the stove vent, stained the front door or corrected our siding issues. I've waited for spring thinking I would hear from them. Too bad, things started out well. Not a good company."
"Overall, it went pretty well. I took a while to decide on which of the colours and edging I wanted; they did a good job of following up and reminding me. Since this work is for a house I'm renting, I wasn't always able to get measurements quickly. There were some quirks. The Big Deal price doesn't include removal and disposal of the old countertop; that was an additional $300. It also doesn't include the re-attachment of the sink as they don't do that work so I needed to get a plumber involved. To be fair, both of these were disclosed in the Big Deal and by them afterwards. Since this is template-based, I went out to the house and met an installer who created the template. He worked quickly but, unfortunately, his English was rather limited and several times during the entire project, he had to call their main office and hand me the phone so I could talk to someone there instead. This slowed down the process and made the interactions feel clumsy. On a positive note, they do care about the work; I had decided on 1/4" bevel edging and the main office called back and said that that edging has a higher risk of chipping and, since this is a rental, I should go with the 3/8" round instead, which I did. Since I was reusing my old sink, they brought the slab in and cut the hole for it on-site but used a vacuum and cleaned up the dust quite well. They also lowered the slide-in sink since the new countertop are thinner than the old one. This was after yet another back-and-forth conversation that resulted in a phone call to the main office so they could tell me they would do the work but wouldn't be liable for any resulting damage; there was none. The result looks good and once I get the sink re-attached, all will be well. There are still a couple of minor issues but it is a worthwhile upgrade."
"The workers were extremely respectful and hard working. They were very sensitive with us needing to remove personal items in the home. We can't say enough about this company and we would recommend them to anyone."
"Service was performed as requested. Update of old electrical wiring was undertaken successfully so new lighting could be installed. I would use this client again. "
"Shameer is great to work with. I had some non-traditional ideas and he was more than happy to oblige. He completely gutted my kitchen and re-did everything from floor to ceiling. He has a good eye, wide range of skills, and was completely trustworthy to be left to it while I went to work. I will certainly hire him again. Very pleased!"
We are the mechanics for your home! At A Few Good Tradesmen customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Our entire team is committed to providing quality services at an affordable cost. No matter what you need done we have a tradesman that can repair, replace or remodel it. Check my references (www.afewgoodtradesmen.com), I have never had a customer regret hiring my services. We warranty our work and will beat or match any reasonable offer. We provide free estimates and have over 60 years of combined experience. Let us fix it for you.
"Well, the first time the replacement was ordered it was the wrong one, which of course, delayed the installation a week. When it was finally installed I had to pay an additional $850 for code upgrades. This I was not informed of by Home Shield. Then we noticed that there was water on the garage floor and found that the pipe coming in from the wall was leaking at the wall so had to call the plumbing company back out to fix it. They first tried to say it was not their fault but since there wasn't a leak before they installed they did fix it. I have used Home Shield a few times before and never had a problem. Some of the companies they use are not the best so you have to research them before you commit. I have found HS service to be good if you do your homework. At the end of the day I was without hot water for almost 3 weeks but it was do to the plumbing company they sent out."
Westside Home Improvement, Inc. has been owned and operated by Alan Amerman since 1971. Alan has extensive experience in masonry, siding, roofing, carpentry, gutters etc. He personally will come out to your home, business, etc. to provide you with a free estimate of the potential job himself. ---- Alan makes sure that he is at every job site to oversee his employees and make sure that our client is getting the best quality and most professional work possible. ---- Here's a few facts about Westside Home Improvement Inc. : We are fully insured - We do FREE work for the SPCA and other animal shelters. We look forward to help you on your next project!!
Install Garbage Disposal questions, answered by experts
When a dishwasher discharges its wastewater, it uses a pump to quickly move a lot of water. If anything in the drain line or the garbage disposal impedes the high volume of water, it will back up into the sink through the drain or the garbage disposal. Following regular dishwasher maintenance tips like clearing clogs, keeping them cleared, and occasionally running the disposal will eliminate the problem.
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.
Soil is just one of the items you shouldn't put down a garbage disposal. Garbage disposals are only meant for soft, non-fibrous foods. Large amounts of topsoil, dirt, or rocks will damage the blades of your garbage disposal or clog the pipes. If a small amount of dirt goes down the drain as you repot a plant, you shouldn't have to worry, but never dump a whole pot of soil in the sink for fast disposal.
There are many maintenance and repair issues that lead to a malfunctioning garbage disposal. Regular clogs place wear and tear on the motors, leading to an eventual shutdown. Electrical issues at the breaker, wall outlet, or disposal itself can fry the unit. The most common cause is simply a worn-down motor. These motors can only handle so much use before powering down for good.
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 Williamstown, MA homeowners’ guide to garbage disposal installation services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Sometimes the smallest home luxuries make the biggest difference. Installing a new garbage disposal is a relatively low-cost project with the option to DIY. Upgrade your kitchen by checking out the common costs associated with garbage disposal installation
Garbage disposal repair costs depend on the specific issue, but you can save money if you DIY. Read on to learn which problems you can fix yourself and which require a professional.
Garbage disposals last five to 10 years, and replacement is preferred over repairs. Here’s everything you need to know about replacing your garbage disposal.
