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Jarrison Kelsey
New to Angi

Serving Amherst, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Reliable and convenient, our locally owned business provides mobile automotive mechanic services and junk removal all in one. We come to you for on-site vehicle repairs and maintenance, saving you time and hassle while also offering fast, efficient hauling for unwanted items like furniture, appliances, and debris. With honest pricing, quick response times, and a commitment to getting the job done right, we’re your go-to solution for both automotive needs and clean-up services in the area.

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Supreme Washing Services
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Serving Amherst, TX and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderful !!! Great service from the very start.Easy and quick scheduling and quote.Very professional and courteous mindful of all of ones needs.Highly recommend will be calling them again for more work in the future.Thank the Supreme team for the great work done ."
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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers
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Serving Amherst, TX 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

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.

Continuous feed garbage disposals are the favorite model for many homeowners for a reason. As opposed to batch feed models, add food scraps to the drain whenever the disposal is running. This variety is also typically less expensive, more convenient, and easier to clean.

The main issue with garbage disposals is clogging. This can mean a clogging of the pipes that expel the food along with water, or a clogging of the mechanical parts themselves. The problem lies in the solution because you can’t easily see clogs if they’re inside the system, and reaching in to dislodge stuck items is a risky proposal. Call a pro and ask what they would do, but if you can’t see the clog easily, and running the unit won’t free it, you need to let a professional handle the fix. 

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.

If your garbage disposal powers up and you can hear it hum, but the arms inside aren’t moving, the problem might be a stubborn clog, a build-up of grease, or a jam of the impeller plate. To troubleshoot these, ensure your unit is off and disconnected from its power source before checking inside the drain or attempting to manually rotate the impeller arms or plate from the underside of the unit. A hex wrench can help.

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