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The Junk Thief
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"The Junk Thief was fantastic! He connected with me the same day and was able to complete the service right away. He was kind, efficient, and got straight to work. The junk was removed quickly and hassle-free. I would absolutely recommend him and will definitely use his services again in the future. Thank you!"
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UGM Junk removal
New to Angi

Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

At UGM Junk Services, we're dedicated to helping our community stay clean, organized, and stress free by providing fast, reliable, and affordable junk removal, We take pride in doing the heavy lifting so you don't have to-while keeping our environment in mind every step of the way,

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

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. 

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.

There are many maintenance and repair issues that lead to a malfunctioning garbage disposal. Regular clogs place wear and tear on the motors, leading to an eventual shutdown. Electrical issues at the breaker, wall outlet, or disposal itself can fry the unit. The most common cause is simply a worn-down motor. These motors can only handle so much use before powering down for good. 

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