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Beyond the Cross Hauling Co
5.0(
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Serving Checotah, OK and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tyler did a great job. Very courteous and professional. Would definitely recommend him. Will use his services again if a need comes up."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate98%
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T&M Elite Junk Removal
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Serving Checotah, OK and surrounding areas

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T&M Elite Junk Removal – What Homeowners Want to Know\n\n👷‍♂️ Experience & Background\nT&M Elite Junk Removal is built on hands-on, real-world experience in junk hauling, property cleanouts, and heavy removal work. We’ve handled everything from small residential cleanups to full property cleanouts, metal structure teardowns, and vehicle removal. Every job adds to our knowledge, making us faster, safer, and more efficient with each project.\n\n📍 Where We Work\nWe proudly serve Clayton, Oklahoma and all of Southeast Oklahoma. We’re available for local residential, rural, and light commercial jobs and are willing to travel for larger cleanout or specialty removal projects across the region.\n\n🛠️ Skills & Expertise\nWe specialize in junk and trash removal, full property cleanouts, metal building teardown and removal, and hauling off old junk cars. We have the equipment and experience to handle heavy, bulky, and difficult jobs safely and efficiently.

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers
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Serving Checotah, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Miller and his colleagues were able to do a lot of things quickly. Along with everything else, they also grabbed some old furniture that I needed help moving to the curb. They took several cares to make sure nothing was damaged during the move, including wrapping the furniture, turning off all the lights, and packaging the picture frames."
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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

Replacing a garbage disposal costs anywhere from $150 to $950, but the average cost is somewhere around $550. There are two types of garbage disposal units, and continuous feed disposals tend to cost more than batch feed disposals. Going for an aluminum garbage disposal is also significantly cheaper than choosing a stainless steel garbage disposal. You'll also need to factor in the horsepower of the motor, labor, and the removal and disposal of your old unit.

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. 

Once you have your garbage disposal disconnected, you can remove the mounting bracket by unscrewing the bolts that are holding the bracket. You can back them out just enough to pop off the snap ring, which prevents the bottom portion of the bracket from disconnecting from the top when you unscrew the bolts. Use a regular screwdriver to pop off the snap ring, and the rest of the components should fall off by themselves.

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.

The two main negatives of garbage disposals are they are a safety hazard in homes with children, and they frequently encounter blockage issues. While they might be annoying to fix and monitor, garbage disposals can significantly lower your trash use and are a great way to dispose of organic waste. While there are negatives, the vast majority of homeowners acknowledge the positives are enough to install a disposal in their home. 

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