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Davinci Sistare
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Colonial Heights, VA and surrounding areas

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Hi, I’m Davinci, owner of Davinci’s Residential Cleaning Services. I take pride in delivering dependable, detail-oriented work with professionalism and respect for every customer’s home or business. I believe in clear communication, showing up on time, and treating every project as if it were my own. Customer satisfaction is my priority, and I work hard to ensure every job is completed to a high standard. I look forward to earning your trust and becoming your go-to service professional.

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Big Mikes Junk Removal
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Colonial Heights, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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"Big Mike’s Junk Removal I had an excellent experience with Big Mike’s Junk Removal! Very efficient in hauling . Showed up on time and took care of everything without a problem. Highly recommend them for anyone in need of hassle-free junk removal. They made the process so easy and stress-free. 10/10 would use their services again!"
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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

The most common garbage disposal size in the U.S. is 1/2 horsepower. This size is ideal for households with three or fewer people or those that don't produce much food waste. Although 1/2 horsepower can't handle the typical food waste load for a household of four (which is about 250 pounds of food waste annually) as effectively as 3/4 horsepower, it remains the most common size of garbage disposal on the market.

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.

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.

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.

It’s one thing that helps, alongside vinegar and baking soda. Ice acts as an exfoliant, helping to lift off any bits of food stuck on the disposal blades.

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