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Puget Sound Trash Removal and Hauling
5.0(
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Quick response to my post with a competitive quote compared to the other quotes I received. We wanted the furniture and junk removed the next day and they were able to come first thing in the morning and we ended up expanding the number of items we had them remove. They communicated well, were professional, and enjoyable to interact with. I would definitely hire them again."
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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers
4.5(
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Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

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"I used Moving APT for our relocation to Tampa and they did a very good job both on pick up and drop off. They handled everything with care and absolutely nothing was broken or scratched. I would recommend them."
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911 Junk Removal
New to Angi
Garbage Pickup and Waste Management

Serving Elma, WA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Junk & unwanted item removal for home, office, rentals, storage unit, estates, attic, basement, garage, evictions, foreclosures, job sites, barns, full clean outs and more. Furniture, mattresses, appliances, electronics, hot tubs, bulky items, yard waste, exercise equipment, garbage, scrap metal, construction debris, etc. \nDemolition of decks, fences, hot tubs, sheds, swing sets, interior and exterior. \nDelivery and hauling of building materials, landscape supplies, rock, bark, soil, appliances, furniture, equipment, construction materials, garage sale purchases. \nLarge or small we haul it all.

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

Soil is just one of the items you shouldn't put down a garbage disposal. Garbage disposals are only meant for soft, non-fibrous foods. Large amounts of topsoil, dirt, or rocks will damage the blades of your garbage disposal or clog the pipes. If a small amount of dirt goes down the drain as you repot a plant, you shouldn't have to worry, but never dump a whole pot of soil in the sink for fast disposal.

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.

On average, a garbage disposal can last anywhere from 7 to 12 years, with many models functioning well for about 10 years. With heavy usage, a motor may last a minimum of five years, while grinding plates will wear down over time. It's generally a good idea to consider a replacement if your unit is approaching the 10-year mark. Other signs that it's time for a new disposal include frequent leaks, persistent clogs, lingering odors, lack of power, or unusual noises. If your unit is not that old, it's worth investigating if a less expensive part, like a rubber seal or a loose hose, is causing the issue.

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.

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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