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Q: How can I prevent drain clogs and blockages?

• <div><p>To prevent drain clogs, perform regular maintenance and cleaning. Avoid disposing of substances like grease or coffee grounds down the sink. Additionally, installing and routinely using drain strainers can help catch debris and prevent blockages from forming.</p></div>

Q: Why should I pick a continuous-feed garbage disposal?

• <div><p>Continuous feed garbage disposals are the favorite model for many homeowners for a reason. As opposed to batch feed models, add food scraps to the drain whenever the disposal is running. This variety is also typically less expensive, more convenient, and easier to clean.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to install a garbage disposal?

• <div><p>On average, it takes one to four hours for a professional to install a garbage disposal. This includes removing the old unit, taking necessary measurements for positioning, removing and fitting new pipes, and installing the brand-new disposal system. If there are unforeseen issues, such as accessibility concerns, the process takes longer.</p></div>

Q: Will unplugging my garbage disposal reset it?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;s usually flush. Simply depress this reset button to reset the unit, and then test to ensure it&rsquo;s working about 10 minutes later.</p></div>

Q: What tool is used to reset a garbage disposal?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;ll need. Most garbage disposals come with a hex wrench.</p></div>

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Last update on June 14, 2026

Reviewed in June 2026
Rob answered messages timely and answered all my questions. He assessed the jobs with me and provided an estimate on the spot. My yard, trees and gardens were a mess. They cleaned all gardens and mulched. Pressure washed the entire house and removed a 5 foot tall privacy fence. Brunelle...
Burnell Brothers Professional Property Maintenance
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Reviewed in April 2026
Works efficiently and effectively. Spring cleanup was useful.
Pattee's Landscaping LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Hired JohnstonÃ¢Â Â s Tree Service to remove a few dead trees. Young group of kids that work really hard and did quality work at reasonable prices. Jason gave me a free quote and was able to come the following week to remove the trees. IÃ¢Â Â m going to hire him again to pressure wash my garage....
Johnston's Tree Service
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Reviewed in May 2023
Jerry and his crew did MUCH more than tree stump removal, they have done several projects for me and they are always very good. They are quick, reliable, kind and polite. I cannot recommend them enough.
On A Limb Tree Service, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2020
Very unprofessional. The work he did was good but he came the first day after a month of trying to schedule (no big deal since I figured he was busy). However he left suddenly on the first day without telling us. He left us with just the frame for our deck leaving it so we couldn t use our back...
M.J. Bennett, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2017
Ten plus feet of my basement stone wall was falling in. The original contract called for excavating dirt outside, pushing the wall back into place, pouring a footer next to the wall and place 4 steel beams against the wall to support it. I gave David a check for half of the project cost, and...
Green Mountain Basement Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2015
Subsequent to the original contracted service, I bartered for some repairs within the home. Jack promised that the work would be done "when it rained" so that it was understood that the work was going to fit in between other work. It rained and rained but the work never was completed. <br /> I...
Affordable Roofing
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Reviewed in November 2008
Amie came to my house a few days before the work to look at my property and give me a quote. She saw exactly what she was getting into and quoted me $300 but not over. A few days later they came to do the work, Amie, her husband, and two teenage sons. They worked into the dark collecting most of...
FOUR LEAF LANDSCAPING LLC
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Tejada's Remodeling Inc

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Serving Highgate Center, VT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent, no issues. Would hire again, and I do recommend them."

Response time1 day

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Recommended by79%of homeowners

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Heath baker

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Serving Highgate Center, VT and surrounding areas

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I’ll give you what you want at a very fair price . Im not here to get rich off one job. I have years in the trades and can do just about anything

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers

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Serving Highgate Center, 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."

Recommended by88%of homeowners

Serving Highgate Center, 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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New England Pioneers Trucking LLC

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Serving Highgate Center, VT and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

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Hello All!\nNew England Pioneers Trucking LLC is a local to Milton, Vermont and serves all of New England with cheap moving and junk removal rates and the ability to haul just about anything and everything!\nWe offer,\n•Home, Business Moving Services\n•Junk and Scrap Removal\n•Partnered with a Local Monthly or Scheduled Home Cleaning service!\n\nCall,Email,Facebook!\n802-489-8269\n802-557-1442\[email protected]\nNew England Pioneers Trucking LLC\nSee you on the road!

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Home & Property Services Of VT LLC

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Serving Highgate Center, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

At Home & Property Services Of Vermont LLC, we offer a wide range of services to cater to all your property needs. Our services can be broadly grouped into Property Maintenance Services and Handyman Services. Whether you need regular maintenance to keep your property in top shape or require a skilled handyman to fix issues around your home, we've got you covered. We are your one-stop-shop for all your property service needs - Call today!

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The Best Care

New to Angi

Serving Highgate Center, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Moving Company in business for 4 years, locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!\n I am looking forward to helping with all your needs.

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

To prevent drain clogs, perform regular maintenance and cleaning. Avoid disposing of substances like grease or coffee grounds down the sink. Additionally, installing and routinely using drain strainers can help catch debris and prevent blockages from forming.

Continuous feed garbage disposals are the favorite model for many homeowners for a reason. As opposed to batch feed models, add food scraps to the drain whenever the disposal is running. This variety is also typically less expensive, more convenient, and easier to clean.

On average, it takes one to four hours for a professional to install a garbage disposal. This includes removing the old unit, taking necessary measurements for positioning, removing and fitting new pipes, and installing the brand-new disposal system. If there are unforeseen issues, such as accessibility concerns, the process takes longer.

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.

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.

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