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The Junkluggers of Willamette Valley
4.9(
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Serving Independence, OR and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

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Emergency services offered

"Junkluggers provides excellent service! I am now a repeat customer and will continue to use them when I need help getting large items out of my house, whether for donation or disposal."
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+8

Response time11 hrs
100 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Mid-valley junk removal
4.8(
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Serving Independence, OR and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Offers commercial services

☎️971-458-2928☎️ Hi im Derek Lindsey, owner of Mid-valley junk removal. A family company i started late last year to better provide for the family. We offer quality services for competitive prices. So call or text today for a free estimate, and we'll come do the hard work so you dont have too!! ☎️971-458-2928☎️\n

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Trash Truckers
New to Angi

Serving Independence, OR and surrounding areas

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We’re a small, family-owned junk removal business built on hard work, honesty, and helping our community. We know times are tough right now, and we’re doing everything we can to provide affordable, reliable services that make life a little easier for our neighbors. Whether you need a single item hauled away or a full property clean out, we treat every job with care and respect, like we’re helping out family.\n\nWe take pride in showing up on time, getting the job done right, and leaving your space clean and clutter-free. Starting and growing a small business in this economy isn’t easy, but we’re committed to earning your trust, one pickup at a time.

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Hay Services
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Serving Independence, OR and surrounding areas

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Hay Services is your go to handyman and home needs expert, family owned and operated let us know what your home needs are and we will take care of them for you. Dump runs, lawn and yard maintenance, decks, fences, interior and exterior painting, sheds, remodels, tile, all your home needs.

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

No, you do not need a garbage disposal to have a dishwasher. A dishwasher will work without one, and while it's rare to see a home with a dishwasher that doesn't have a disposal, it is possible. The two appliances pair well and are often installed together because a disposal simplifies meal cleanup.

However, your dishwasher should not be used as a replacement for a garbage disposal. Subjecting it to continuous food leftovers can lead to major clogs. If you choose not to install a garbage disposal, you should thoroughly rinse your plates or scrape excess food into the trash or a compost pile before loading them into the dishwasher to prevent plumbing issues.

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.

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.

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