How can I maximize the life span of my garbage disposal?

• <div><p>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-keep-your-garbage-disposal-running.htm">proper care and maintenance</a>, 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.</p></div>

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Q: What is the fastest way to empty a hot tub?

• <div><p>You can drain a hot tub very quickly by using a submersible pump rather than the hose-sized drain at the bottom exterior of the tub. A pump can move up to 30 gallons per minute, draining your hot tub in no time. Using the regular drain can take up to two hours.</p></div>

Q: How do I find a clogged plumbing vent?

• <div><p>To unclog a plumbing vent, you first need to locate it. Look at your home's roofline. The plumbing vent will be a vertical pipe sticking straight up from the roof. Since this pipe runs all the way to the main drain underneath your house, you should also be able to find it in the attic.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to unclog a drain or sewer line?

• <div><p>The cost to unclog a drain varies based on the location and severity of the clog. For simple clogs within your home, such as in a sink, toilet, or shower, hiring a plumber typically costs between $110 and $350, with an average of around $200. Snaking a toilet or sink usually costs between $110 and $275, while a bathtub or shower clog costs about $225.</p><p>For a more serious clog in the main sewer line, the cost is higher. Clearing a main line clog generally costs between $200 and $600, with an average of about $380. However, prices can range from as low as $100 for snaking a minor clog to over $1,600, particularly if advanced methods like video inspection and hydrojetting are needed for a large or hard-to-reach blockage. Some severe main line clogs can cost upwards of $1,000 to clear depending on factors like the cause of the clog, its distance from an accessible cleanout, and whether the pipe is located beneath an occupied space (e.g., in an apartment building). You may be able to save money on minor clogs by using a drain snake or bladder yourself.</p></div>

Q: Is it better to use a drain snake or drain cleaner in homes with a septic tank?

• <div><p>For homes with a septic tank, harsh chemicals like those found in drain cleaner or bleach aren&rsquo;t recommended. Some chemical drain cleaners can disrupt the balance of bacteria in the septic tank or damage your pipes. For homes with a septic tank, you can choose drain cleaners specifically formulated for use with septic tanks or go with a drain snake. When in doubt, make sure you know <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/who-to-call-for-clogged-drain.htm">who to call for a clogged drain</a>. </p></div>

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They didThis crew did an outstanding job clearing and removing several massive storm‑damaged trees from my property. These were huge, dangerous trees, and they handled everything with real skill, efficiency, and care. They worked safely, cleaned up thoroughly, and were professional and friendly...
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Reviewed in July 2023
Reliable and good! Happy with results.
Demolet Decorating
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Reviewed in July 2023
Great! Did my roof in 1 day. 3 man team. Efficient.
C P Hanscom and Son's LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
They did a fantastic job, the tree was down and everything cleaned up in a professional manner. I highly recommend and I would hire them again in a heartbeat.
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Reviewed in October 2022
Mr. Jourdan is by far the best value in the field of home inspection. Over the years I have contracted home inspectors in FL, NC, TX and VT. Mr. Jordan is superior by wide margin when you consider his experience, capabilities, integrity and straightforward communication. We are still searching...
Jourdan Building Inspection Services, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
I met Daniely at my house and talked about the clean. Everything we went over was done with a white glove touch. I hired her for the season with 10 more cleans from Father’s Day to mid September. I feel confident that I hired the right company! Chris
Daniely Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in October 2018
Chris and his helper James were very professional, polite and on task from start to finish. They left the area clean including taking all the boxes and trash that were a part of the job. I was very impressed with the work and also impressed with the fact that he always answers his phone or...
Marriott and Sons HVAC
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Reviewed in May 2016
Thorough and efficient. Our realtor commented on how clean and sparkly the house looked. Our first client sent a contract to buy within 8 hours. They were impressed by the bright look of the house. Thanks to Itzy and her crew for a wonderful house cleaning.
Itzy's Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in December 2013
Well...they came over and we got plunking they cleaned dem gutters doe <br />
Harley Plumbing And Heating Plus
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Reviewed in October 2010
Jeffrey Swafford, the owner of Pride and Joy, is an outstanding contractor who completed the reconstruction of our kitchen in an efficient and timely manner and was a pleasure to work with. The process was done with minimum disruption for a short period of time, and all debris was immediately...
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"Outstanding... very professional and respectful. Job was completed ahead of schedule. Quailty of work was impressive. Entire work area and surrounding yard was cleaned up perfectly. Mr. Keyes will be doing more work for us in future. I was thanked for my business, don't hear a lot of that these days. Keyes Construction is an outstanding company!!!"

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Drain Cleaning 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.

You can drain a hot tub very quickly by using a submersible pump rather than the hose-sized drain at the bottom exterior of the tub. A pump can move up to 30 gallons per minute, draining your hot tub in no time. Using the regular drain can take up to two hours.

To unclog a plumbing vent, you first need to locate it. Look at your home's roofline. The plumbing vent will be a vertical pipe sticking straight up from the roof. Since this pipe runs all the way to the main drain underneath your house, you should also be able to find it in the attic.

The cost to unclog a drain varies based on the location and severity of the clog. For simple clogs within your home, such as in a sink, toilet, or shower, hiring a plumber typically costs between $110 and $350, with an average of around $200. Snaking a toilet or sink usually costs between $110 and $275, while a bathtub or shower clog costs about $225.

For a more serious clog in the main sewer line, the cost is higher. Clearing a main line clog generally costs between $200 and $600, with an average of about $380. However, prices can range from as low as $100 for snaking a minor clog to over $1,600, particularly if advanced methods like video inspection and hydrojetting are needed for a large or hard-to-reach blockage. Some severe main line clogs can cost upwards of $1,000 to clear depending on factors like the cause of the clog, its distance from an accessible cleanout, and whether the pipe is located beneath an occupied space (e.g., in an apartment building). You may be able to save money on minor clogs by using a drain snake or bladder yourself.

For homes with a septic tank, harsh chemicals like those found in drain cleaner or bleach aren’t recommended. Some chemical drain cleaners can disrupt the balance of bacteria in the septic tank or damage your pipes. For homes with a septic tank, you can choose drain cleaners specifically formulated for use with septic tanks or go with a drain snake. When in doubt, make sure you know who to call for a clogged drain.

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