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

Approved

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

Approved

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
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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

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.

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. 

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.

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.

In some cases, it’s more cost-effective in the long run to replace a garbage disposal, but it depends on the specific issue you’re having and the age of your disposal. You should ask a garbage disposal repair tech for a quote to repair your appliance and then see if it would be more worthwhile to replace it. Additionally, garbage disposals last for around 15 years, so if you know your appliance is reaching that age, it’s likely better to pay for a new garbage disposal rather than sink money into repairs.

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