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The MAD Junk Man
New to Angi
Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

The M.A.D. Junk Man is a locally owned and operated junk removal and eco-disposal service based in Merrimack, New Hampshire. They specialize in residential and commercial property cleanouts—including basements, attics, garages, and storage units—as well as hoarding cleanouts, construction site cleanup, and light demolition. No job to big or to small

Clean Team Junk Removal
New to Angi
Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

We run a junk removal/demolition company throughout Massachusetts. We specialize in in everything that has to do with the removal of waste or junk accumulated over the years. We have many partnerships with individual clients along with businesses that need constant trash removal. We are three partners that met back in college and share the same passion of both running a small local business along with helping out the community as much as we can!

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

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. 

While the drain connection for a garbage disposal is nearly universal and fits standard sink drain holes of 3 1/2 to 4 inches, the size of the disposal unit itself is not. You must have enough space in the cabinet underneath your sink to accommodate the disposal's housing. A larger model may not fit in a compact cabinet or if the existing plumbing is arranged in an unusual way. Before buying a new garbage disposal, measure the available space under your sink. If you are replacing an old unit, it's often easiest to choose a new model of a similar size.

To prevent drain clogs, perform regular maintenance and cleaning. Avoid disposing of substances like grease or coffee grounds down the sink. Additionally, installing and routinely using drain strainers can help catch debris and prevent blockages from forming.

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