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Kaynicki Janitorial
4.7(
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Serving Athens, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Andy and his crew to clean my windows this spring and I could not be happier. They did an outstanding job, my wife and I are extremely pleased. Great value for the service provided. I definitely be asking them to come back again when I need their services. I would highly recommend Andy and his company for their cleaning services. Very courteous and professional. Sincerley, Kim Doubleday Canterbury, NH"
Response time2 days
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Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers
4.5(
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Serving Athens, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Miller and his colleagues were able to do a lot of things quickly. Along with everything else, they also grabbed some old furniture that I needed help moving to the curb. They took several cares to make sure nothing was damaged during the move, including wrapping the furniture, turning off all the lights, and packaging the picture frames."
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Upper Valley Junk Crew
New to Angi

Serving Athens, VT and surrounding areas

At Upper Valley Junk Crew, we believe cleanouts should be simple, reliable, and stress-free. We’re a locally owned, veteran-owned junk removal company proudly serving the Upper Valley and surrounding Vermont and New Hampshire communities. From single-item pickups to full property cleanouts, we show up on time, work hard, and treat every property with respect.\nWe handle residential and commercial junk removal, estate cleanouts, garage and basement cleanouts, furniture removal, construction debris, appliance removal, and more. Whether you’re cleaning out a home, preparing a property for sale, downsizing, or just tired of looking at the clutter, we’re here to help.\nWe know inviting someone onto your property matters. That’s why we focus on honest communication, fair pricing, and dependable service from start to finish. No gimmicks, no pressure, just local service you can depend on.\nFully licensed and insured. Serving the Upper Valley with pride.

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

Your garbage disposal is not draining because it might have a clog due to food waste, a foreign object, grease, oil, fat, or it may have a broken motor. When water doesn't flush out of the disposal, that's a key sign that your disposal has a clog or needs repair. 

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. 

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