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

Serving Andover, 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

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Dukes junk removal
New to Angi
Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Andover, NH and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Dukes Junk Removal provides fast, reliable, and professional junk removal and light demolition services throughout the local New Hampshire area.\n\nWe’re a locally owned and operated company that believes getting rid of unwanted junk should be simple. We show up when we say we will, answer our phone, provide straightforward pricing, and treat your home or property with respect.\n\nWe can help with:\n\n* Household junk and clutter\n* Furniture and appliance removal\n* Garage, basement, and attic cleanouts\n* Estate and property cleanouts\n* Yard and outdoor debris\n* Construction and renovation debris\n* Light demolition and cleanup\n* Single-item pickups or full loads\n\nNo job is too small — we do them all!\n\nDukes Junk Removal is fully insured, and we offer convenient call or text service. Whether you need one bulky item gone or an entire property cleaned out, we’re ready to help.\n\nFast response • Dependable service • Fair pricing • Fully insured\n\nCall or text today for a quote!

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Whether it's worth repairing your garbage disposal depends on its age and the specific problem. Generally, if the unit is eight years old or younger, repair is a good option. For minor issues like a bad seal or a simple jam, a repair can be inexpensive, sometimes under $10. However, if the motor is broken (a repair that can cost $150 or more) or the unit is getting old, it's often more cost-effective to replace the entire disposal.

In some cases, it’s more cost-effective in the long run to replace a garbage disposal, but it depends on the specific issue you’re having and the age of your disposal. You should ask a garbage disposal repair tech for a quote to repair your appliance and then see if it would be more worthwhile to replace it. Additionally, garbage disposals last for around 15 years, so if you know your appliance is reaching that age, it’s likely better to pay for a new garbage disposal rather than sink money into repairs.

Your garbage disposal will only affect the health of your septic tank if you’re using it too frequently, or filling it with organic waste that doesn’t fully break down. If the tank fills up with too many solids, the bacteria won’t have enough time to consume it before more is added, which can lead to an overflow in the drain field. Your tank will need to be pumped more frequently with excessive or improper garbage disposal use.

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 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. 

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