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Sunstar Hauling LLC
4.9(
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Beale was very kind when discussing my for box spring removal. We agreed on a price and he never tried to ask for more. Pleasant and cheerful the whole time. I would recommend him to many others. A pleasant experience over all."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kingdom Construction
4.5(
155
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We needed old furniture removed from an apartment. They responded very quickly and were able to accommodate our request quickly as well. Very nice and professional."
TIle work
Tile work and Painting
Tile work and Painting
Tile work and Painting
Tile work and Painting

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Response time2 hrs
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Carolina Hauling Express
New to Angi

Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Hello! My name is Charles Kidd, and I run a local junk hauling/removal service within the triad and surrounding areas! I do removal for just about anything you can throw at me. If you think my service may be of use to you, please feel free to ask and get as many answers as you'd like! My service is fair and fast, and same day removals are well within my ability.

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Garbage Removal questions, answered by experts

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. 

These appliances certainly increase the number of things allowed down the drain, but they’re not foolproof. There are several items you shouldn’t put in your garbage disposal, according to manufacturers and technicians. Don’t put coffee grounds down the drain. The same goes for eggshells, potato peels, hard foods, onion skins, and any dry, expandable food. Most importantly, never put grease or oils down the drain.

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.

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.

Most garbage disposals have a reset button that can be triggered with a tool as simple and accessible as your index finger. That said, if you need to perform a more in-depth troubleshooting step, like manually moving the arms inside the unit or rotating the impeller plate, a hex wrench is the most common tool you’ll need. Most garbage disposals come with a hex wrench.

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