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Top-Rated Garbage collectors in Colchester - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Moving APT - Long Distance Movers
Moving APT - Long Distance Movers
4.5(
282
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Colchester, 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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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Baker Contracting
5.0(
5
)
Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Colchester, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

"Spencer did a great job repairing our front stairs. Not only was the work performed high quality and professional, he worked with us to find a solution that fit our budget and communicated clearly with us every step of the way. Would definitely recommend!"
Drywall Patch Work
Soffit Repair
Finished result with original Timber Tech PVC decking
Cabinets and Shelves
Reassembled finished look

+14

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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John Kunkle
5.0(
2
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Colchester, VT and surrounding areas

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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J&J Odd Job Services
5.0(
1
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Colchester, 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 Collection FAQs, 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.

Most garbage disposals have a reset button that can be triggered with a tool as simple and accessible as your index finger. That said, if you need to perform a more in-depth troubleshooting step, like manually moving the arms inside the unit or rotating the impeller plate, a hex wrench is the most common tool you’ll need. Most garbage disposals come with a hex wrench.

While unplugging your garbage disposal and plugging it back in may help, most units have an actual reset button, a bright red switch found on the underside of your unit. If your garbage disposal needs resetting, you may notice this button sticking out about a quarter of an inch from the surface of the unit, with which it’s usually flush. Simply depress this reset button to reset the unit, and then test to ensure it’s working about 10 minutes later.

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.

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. 

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