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John Kunkle
5.0(
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Burlington, VT and surrounding areas

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My name is John. I offer a variety of landscaping and general handy man services. I pay close attention to detail. I’m easy to work with. Prices are competitive. Give me a shot and let me show you what I can do for your home!

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers
4.5(
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Burlington, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We needed movers to deliver furniture from the store to our condo in Miami. Moving APT is very organized and has professional movers. I had a heavy couch but my movers handled it with great attitude and sense of humor. When a business gets 5 stars from me it is well deserved. Thank you for your help!!!"
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Baker Contracting
5.0(
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Burlington, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

"Spencer was great to work with! He was easy to contact and very responsive during the project. He asked questions and we are thrilled with the work he did at our home. We would call Spencer again and recommend him to anyone in the future!"
Drywall Patch Work
Soffit Repair
Finished result with original Timber Tech PVC decking
Cabinets and Shelves
Reassembled finished look

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
J&J Odd Job Services
5.0(
1
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Burlington, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"J and J. Was first class in all aspects. The four young men were cordial and very hard working. They removed about 70 percent of our furniture, delivered them to two different sites, all in 3 hours. Friendly, good natured, and HARD WORKING. We were very impressed with J and J Odd Jobs."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
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Garbage Removal questions, answered by experts

Garbage disposals are durable appliances that usually last at least eight years as long as you clean and maintain them. It’s relatively rare for a garbage disposal to break on its own, as most malfunctions happen due to user errors, like overstuffing the grinding compartment or damaging the blades by trying to dispose of metal or bone. Eventually, cracks or leaks could develop in the unit, which requires a full replacement. 

The most common garbage disposal size in the U.S. is 1/2 horsepower. This size is ideal for households with three or fewer people or those that don't produce much food waste. Although 1/2 horsepower can't handle the typical food waste load for a household of four (which is about 250 pounds of food waste annually) as effectively as 3/4 horsepower, it remains the most common size of garbage disposal on the market.

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.

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. 

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.

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