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A-1 Inc Exterminators
4.7(
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Serving Suffolk, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We used A1 exterminators for several years. In the beginning we used them to change the dehumidifier filters. We started using them because the previous owners had used them to redo the crawl space and install a the humidifier. At some point we also started using them for pest control. We did their Guardian Plan from beginning. The guys they sent over were nice and courteous and always helpful. We were pleased with service until we were selling our home and records of services provided were requested and they refused to give them. We were needing information on if they had caulked some cracks in the foundation when they sealed everything when the dehumidifier was installed. I even had the previous owner call and give them permission to release this information. They accused me of trying to get information out of them that didn't belong to me. Funny thing is, there were absolutely no issues, but they were immediately defensive and accusing me of being in a bad place with our buyers. She talked over me to the point and was so rude, I told her to shut up. That was the end of anything I ever wanted to do with them. Had the owner of this company not been the rudest person I have ever dealt with in my life, I may have left them a good rating. Based on how she treats a customer of 4 or 5 years, I could never recommend them to anyone. Read their reviews yourself. Their bad customer service speaks for itself. When I mentioned this company to the buyers real estate agent, he confirmed that they weren't reputable as did the escrow company that did our closing."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Big Mike's Maintenance LLC
4.4(
136
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Serving Suffolk, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

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"Mike and Paul are wonderful to deal with. They take pride in their work and want to make sure it's done right. This is my second time using Big Mike and I would recommend them to anyone."
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
Nice Guy's Plumbing & Handyman Service
4.8(
14
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Serving Suffolk, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing. Guy was wonderful, extremely flexible, did not charge me for 2 service calls even though he had to come to my home twice on the same day to remove and replace the hot water heater while working around the floor installer. If he had not agreed, on less than 24 hour notice, to attend to the hot water heater I would have had to wait almost 2 weeks before the floor installer was available again. He is very professional, does quality work and truly lives up to his NICE GUY name. His prices are very competitive and he goes out of his way to work with the customer. I'm not sure any other plumber would have done what he did and charge the customer for only 1 service call given he had to come to my home twice in order for me to accommodate installer for my kitchen floor. I have a couple of leaking faucets to fix and I will certainly be calling NICE GUY PLUMBING after I complete the rest of my big projects."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Russell's & American Mechanical
4.3(
160
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Serving Suffolk, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was impressed with Roberto's professionalism , he took time to answer my questions , he had a great attitude which gave me the impression he really liked his job, which made me feel confident he provided excellent service in doing the inspection an installing the pipe.
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+3

Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Awesome Drain Cleaning and Water Line Repair
4.1(
28
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Serving Suffolk, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Jay’s company is outstanding. Mr. Jay is a very attentive and detailed person he takes time to plan out what is needed to be done and let you know along the way if there are problems and what the outcome of the problem is. He explains what’s going on and so you understand the problem and then the solution. Mr. Jay treats your home like his own, meaning that he will not stray you down the wrong way, he will make sure everything is complete and working properly. He will go above and beyond to take care of something else that is going on in your house while he’s there. He’s a really good guy, his company is outstanding, and I now have a forever plumbing company for whenever anything goes wrong."
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Recommended by78%of homeowners
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ASAP Sewer & Drain
5.0(
8
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Serving Suffolk, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"ASAP sewer and drain were fantastic! They fixed our main sewer line clog and explained to us what was causing the problem and kept the areas the worked in clean. They offered recommendations to prevent the issues from happening again in the future. We couldn’t be more happy with the services they provided and We highly recommend Them!"
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Install Garbage Disposal questions, answered by experts

Your garbage disposal will only affect the health of your septic tank if you’re using it too frequently, or filling it with organic waste that doesn’t fully break down. If the tank fills up with too many solids, the bacteria won’t have enough time to consume it before more is added, which can lead to an overflow in the drain field. Your tank will need to be pumped more frequently with excessive or improper garbage disposal use.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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