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Avatar for Barkers Junk Removal & Hauling LLC
Barkers Junk Removal & Hauling LLC
4.0(
8
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Serving Thaxton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent experience. Cole stayed in touch with me before and after. Gabe arrived early and was so helpful and considerate. The price was reasonable. The whole experience was first rate, and I highly recommend this company. Carole S."
Cleanup
Hoarder House
Junk removal
Barkers Employee
Junk Removal

+14

Response time10 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Two Suns Hauling Co LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Thaxton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Auntorio did an saw some job and got everything in a timely fashion! Highly recommend!"
Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Avatar for Johnson's Junk Removal
Johnson's Junk Removal
4.9(
12
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Serving Thaxton, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very quick to respond, courteous, knowledgeable, brought ideas and cleaned up after themselves. Good quality for the price."
Basement Cleanup
Basement Cleaned up
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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. 

While the drain connection for a garbage disposal is nearly universal and fits standard sink drain holes of 3 1/2 to 4 inches, the size of the disposal unit itself is not. You must have enough space in the cabinet underneath your sink to accommodate the disposal's housing. A larger model may not fit in a compact cabinet or if the existing plumbing is arranged in an unusual way. Before buying a new garbage disposal, measure the available space under your sink. If you are replacing an old unit, it's often easiest to choose a new model of a similar size.

These appliances do unscrew, but you need to disconnect everything properly when you replace your garbage disposal. Make sure you shut the power off to the area first and check that it’s off with a voltage detector. Disconnect the main drain line and P-trap, and then disconnect the dishwasher drain line if you have one connected. You can then unscrew your garbage disposal using a disposal wrench. Just make sure you disconnect the electrical lines before removing your appliance.

As with many appliances, proper maintenance is key to maximizing your garbage disposal’s life span. If everyone in your household is on board with proper care and maintenance, like running water while operating the disposal, you should get plenty of years out of your unit. Avoid putting the wrong food items down the disposal, including pasta, rice, bread, and more.

The two main negatives of garbage disposals are they are a safety hazard in homes with children, and they frequently encounter blockage issues. While they might be annoying to fix and monitor, garbage disposals can significantly lower your trash use and are a great way to dispose of organic waste. While there are negatives, the vast majority of homeowners acknowledge the positives are enough to install a disposal in their home. 

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