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Exquisite Interiors

1567 Florida Dr.
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro

Exquisite Interiors

1567 Florida Dr.
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Exquisite Interiors is owned and operated by Bryan Dace. I have over 20 years of experience and my motto is "I get the job done right the first time." Exquisite Interiors provides exceptional service to the surrounding areas. Always taking pride in all of our services. Whatever your home improvement needs may be, you can count on Exquisite Interiors to leave you satisfied and happy. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients.

"I'm working with 3 contractors and he is by far the best! We had a fire in our house and he has taken care of the demo. In the past he did our kitchen remodel."

Nancy N on October 2018

Exquisite Interiors is owned and operated by Bryan Dace. I have over 20 years of experience and my motto is "I get the job done right the first time." Exquisite Interiors provides exceptional service to the surrounding areas. Always taking pride in all of our services. Whatever your home improvement needs may be, you can count on Exquisite Interiors to leave you satisfied and happy. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients.

"I'm working with 3 contractors and he is by far the best! We had a fire in our house and he has taken care of the demo. In the past he did our kitchen remodel."

Nancy N on October 2018


Hoffmann Brothers

2043 Woodland Parkway Ste #100
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Hoffmann Brothers

2043 Woodland Parkway Ste #100
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11 local quotes requested
45 years of experience

Hoffmann Brothers provides top-quality electrical services for residential and commercial customers across the St. Louis area. From emergency repairs to upgrades that enhance convenience and efficiency, our licensed and highly trained electricians handle it all. Whether you need new lighting, ceiling fans, USB outlets, service panel upgrades, generators, exhaust fans, or access controls, we ensure safe, professional installations and repairs. Trust Hoffmann Brothers for reliable, expert electrical solutions that keep your home or business powered and protected.

Hoffmann Brothers provides top-quality electrical services for residential and commercial customers across the St. Louis area. From emergency repairs to upgrades that enhance convenience and efficiency, our licensed and highly trained electricians handle it all. Whether you need new lighting, ceiling fans, USB outlets, service panel upgrades, generators, exhaust fans, or access controls, we ensure safe, professional installations and repairs. Trust Hoffmann Brothers for reliable, expert electrical solutions that keep your home or business powered and protected.


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Maris Home Improvements, Inc.

208 Chesterfield Industrial Blvd
4.85(
54
)
Approved Pro

Maris Home Improvements, Inc.

208 Chesterfield Industrial Blvd
4.85(
54
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
1260 local quotes requested

Family owned and operated, we perform. With over 20 years of experience we know what it takes to make you happy. We are local in Chesterfield and our top priority is a satisfied customer.

"I had a horrible experience with Maris Home Improvements. I don't recommend them. You are better off going with Window World!"

Monica C on May 2025

Family owned and operated, we perform. With over 20 years of experience we know what it takes to make you happy. We are local in Chesterfield and our top priority is a satisfied customer.

"I had a horrible experience with Maris Home Improvements. I don't recommend them. You are better off going with Window World!"

Monica C on May 2025


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Romine Contracting LLC

1055 Cantebury Cir
4.93(
111
)
Approved Pro

Romine Contracting LLC

1055 Cantebury Cir
4.93(
111
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
403 local quotes requested

Romine Contracting, LLC has over 40 years combined experience in renovation and remodeling. We work closely with our clients to ensure they are involved from the beginning of the project to the end so as to guarantee their complete satisfaction. We have superior craftsmanship, integrity, pride and quality that can be seen in every project that we do. Customers are what makes our business grow so thank you for allowing us to help make your home or business something to truly be proud of.

"Kitchen Renovation. Project consisted of removal of all cabinets, countertop, sink, oven , and over range microwave and installation of new upgraded components. Very pleased with selection of Romine Contracting. Work was completed in a timely, orderly, and professional manner with attention to detail. Owner, Vinny personally monitored the process. Job was completed on as agreed pricing. We now have a very functional kitchen with a nice WOW factor."

Jerry G on August 2025

Romine Contracting, LLC has over 40 years combined experience in renovation and remodeling. We work closely with our clients to ensure they are involved from the beginning of the project to the end so as to guarantee their complete satisfaction. We have superior craftsmanship, integrity, pride and quality that can be seen in every project that we do. Customers are what makes our business grow so thank you for allowing us to help make your home or business something to truly be proud of.

"Kitchen Renovation. Project consisted of removal of all cabinets, countertop, sink, oven , and over range microwave and installation of new upgraded components. Very pleased with selection of Romine Contracting. Work was completed in a timely, orderly, and professional manner with attention to detail. Owner, Vinny personally monitored the process. Job was completed on as agreed pricing. We now have a very functional kitchen with a nice WOW factor."

Jerry G on August 2025


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Perfect Choice Home Solutions Your Authorized Bath Planet Dealer of St. Louis

2424 MO-94 South Outer Rd
4.78(
129
)
Approved Pro

Perfect Choice Home Solutions Your Authorized Bath Planet Dealer of St. Louis

2424 MO-94 South Outer Rd
4.78(
129
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
4314 local quotes requested

Complete Bath and 2 Day Remodeling services offered: also roofing, siding, windows, and gutter/gutter cover installations. Bath Planet has been the go-to St. Louis bathroom remodeling company for over 17 years. From replacement shower surrounds to bathtubs that are designed to fit perfectly over your existing tub, our experienced team has what it takes to provide you with a bathroom that is beautiful and extremely easy to maintain. Not only do we believe very strongly in providing quality, long-lasting products, we also believe in providing an outstanding customer experience. We offer free estimates, and we can complete your project in as little as one day. We also have energy Star double pane windows, beautiful vinyl siding looks like real wood, roofing of all different styles.

"NIGHTMARE!! Buyer beware!! Do not use Bath Planet St. Charles, MO or Peoria, IL same owner. Believe me, I’m doing you a favor and saving you time and money. Where do I even start? First of all, they will say anything to get you to sign the paperwork. And I mean anything, including guaranteeing it to be done by a certain date if you sign today. We were not going to get it done this early but due to my upcoming hip replacement and their guarantee that it would be done before that surgery date, we signed. UGH! Well, mistakes started right away, including getting our phone number wrong and even though we called the office several times to correct, told everyone person that came out, they continued to get it wrong. I thought, it’s ok people makes mistakes but little did I know it was just the beginning. Starting with the guys leaving my gate open and my dog getting out and having to pay $85 to get her from animal control. She was missing for hours!!!! Now I have to say, they felt bad and tried looking for her and due to me not able to drive, gave me a ride to animal control to pick her up and even offered to pay half. So I thought ok, this is a mess but they are trying to make it right. Little did I know this was just the beginning. From making a mess, breaking a yard sign, the worker having long arguments with their significant other on the phone while working (awkward) they began their work promising to be done in two days. Well, first day looked promising although the guy told me that what I was told about covering the tile behind my toilet was not going to happen. I was bothered and when I said I cancelled my drywall guy, he offered to do it for me “on the side” while the toilet was out. He seemed to want to help and said he would take care of it. Against my better judgement I agreed. I also found out that first day that this guy had a family emergency and that he would have to finish the next day because he would be gone the rest of the week. Ok understandable. The second day, I get a text that some parts are not in. After no one coming by 1pm, I started to get concerned so I called the office and I asked what time the parts will be coming in. The woman stated that the parts probably wouldn’t be until later. I asked if the guy doesn’t get done, could they guarantee someone else to come out the next day to finish. She stated absolutely not, we cannot guarantee and she stated they do not guarantee it done by my surgery. I was not happy and made it known and she started arguing with me. So the guy texts that he will be there and it will be done. He gets here like 430-500pm doesn’t leave until 930pm. And didn’t finish the shower and did a terrible job on the drywall. Oh, the shower worked but there were no shelves, the floor pan had no texture and one of the shower heads was installed in the middle of the wall. Yes the middle!!! I was furious. It was not done and my bathroom looked horrible!! Of course, the project manager was nice and listened and kept promising to make it right. It took weeks and several no shows and me and my husband calling and calling (and the whole time I’m recovering from TOTAL HIP REPLACEMENT) until finally a different guy came out and finished the shower but he would not touch the drywall. So it took a month of dealing with them to get it done AND I had to hire another guy to correct the drywall. When we asked for a small discount to cover drywall correction expense and the fact they were not finished with install by promised date, we were told, “no. The shower worked, didn’t it?” Seriously?!! I wasn’t promised that the water would be coming out of the shower (in the middle of the wall) I was promised that they would be done before my surgery or at least installed correctly! So if you like being strung along, hearing false promises, no return phone calls, unprofessional behavior from staff to installers, leaving your house messier than when they came in, breaking your yard stuff, losing your dog, then these are the guys for you."

Janice W on October 2021

Complete Bath and 2 Day Remodeling services offered: also roofing, siding, windows, and gutter/gutter cover installations. Bath Planet has been the go-to St. Louis bathroom remodeling company for over 17 years. From replacement shower surrounds to bathtubs that are designed to fit perfectly over your existing tub, our experienced team has what it takes to provide you with a bathroom that is beautiful and extremely easy to maintain. Not only do we believe very strongly in providing quality, long-lasting products, we also believe in providing an outstanding customer experience. We offer free estimates, and we can complete your project in as little as one day. We also have energy Star double pane windows, beautiful vinyl siding looks like real wood, roofing of all different styles.

"NIGHTMARE!! Buyer beware!! Do not use Bath Planet St. Charles, MO or Peoria, IL same owner. Believe me, I’m doing you a favor and saving you time and money. Where do I even start? First of all, they will say anything to get you to sign the paperwork. And I mean anything, including guaranteeing it to be done by a certain date if you sign today. We were not going to get it done this early but due to my upcoming hip replacement and their guarantee that it would be done before that surgery date, we signed. UGH! Well, mistakes started right away, including getting our phone number wrong and even though we called the office several times to correct, told everyone person that came out, they continued to get it wrong. I thought, it’s ok people makes mistakes but little did I know it was just the beginning. Starting with the guys leaving my gate open and my dog getting out and having to pay $85 to get her from animal control. She was missing for hours!!!! Now I have to say, they felt bad and tried looking for her and due to me not able to drive, gave me a ride to animal control to pick her up and even offered to pay half. So I thought ok, this is a mess but they are trying to make it right. Little did I know this was just the beginning. From making a mess, breaking a yard sign, the worker having long arguments with their significant other on the phone while working (awkward) they began their work promising to be done in two days. Well, first day looked promising although the guy told me that what I was told about covering the tile behind my toilet was not going to happen. I was bothered and when I said I cancelled my drywall guy, he offered to do it for me “on the side” while the toilet was out. He seemed to want to help and said he would take care of it. Against my better judgement I agreed. I also found out that first day that this guy had a family emergency and that he would have to finish the next day because he would be gone the rest of the week. Ok understandable. The second day, I get a text that some parts are not in. After no one coming by 1pm, I started to get concerned so I called the office and I asked what time the parts will be coming in. The woman stated that the parts probably wouldn’t be until later. I asked if the guy doesn’t get done, could they guarantee someone else to come out the next day to finish. She stated absolutely not, we cannot guarantee and she stated they do not guarantee it done by my surgery. I was not happy and made it known and she started arguing with me. So the guy texts that he will be there and it will be done. He gets here like 430-500pm doesn’t leave until 930pm. And didn’t finish the shower and did a terrible job on the drywall. Oh, the shower worked but there were no shelves, the floor pan had no texture and one of the shower heads was installed in the middle of the wall. Yes the middle!!! I was furious. It was not done and my bathroom looked horrible!! Of course, the project manager was nice and listened and kept promising to make it right. It took weeks and several no shows and me and my husband calling and calling (and the whole time I’m recovering from TOTAL HIP REPLACEMENT) until finally a different guy came out and finished the shower but he would not touch the drywall. So it took a month of dealing with them to get it done AND I had to hire another guy to correct the drywall. When we asked for a small discount to cover drywall correction expense and the fact they were not finished with install by promised date, we were told, “no. The shower worked, didn’t it?” Seriously?!! I wasn’t promised that the water would be coming out of the shower (in the middle of the wall) I was promised that they would be done before my surgery or at least installed correctly! So if you like being strung along, hearing false promises, no return phone calls, unprofessional behavior from staff to installers, leaving your house messier than when they came in, breaking your yard stuff, losing your dog, then these are the guys for you."

Janice W on October 2021


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Dana King Design-Build and Remodel

10405 Baur Blvd. Suite H
4.61(
270
)
Approved Pro

Dana King Design-Build and Remodel

10405 Baur Blvd. Suite H
4.61(
270
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
993 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Our role as your chief advisors and remodeler is to make your renovation journey as intelligent and efficient as possible. Whether your goal is to foster a healthier living environment within your home, to create spaces that cater to entertaining, or to fulfill any other dream you may have for your home, we're here to guide you every step of the way, for the best outcome. Our goal is for you to live better at home.

"We were extremely pleased with the work they did when we had our master bathroom remodeled. The entire process was seamless from start to finish. They were so professional when they were in the house and kept the entire area contained. I always assumed a renovation would be stressful, but it was not at all. Picking out the materials and fixtures was even fun! The entire team was great and they were exactly on time to the week. They were very responsive to any questions. I highly recommend them, and hope to work with them again in the future."

Mary Clare F on May 2025

Our role as your chief advisors and remodeler is to make your renovation journey as intelligent and efficient as possible. Whether your goal is to foster a healthier living environment within your home, to create spaces that cater to entertaining, or to fulfill any other dream you may have for your home, we're here to guide you every step of the way, for the best outcome. Our goal is for you to live better at home.

"We were extremely pleased with the work they did when we had our master bathroom remodeled. The entire process was seamless from start to finish. They were so professional when they were in the house and kept the entire area contained. I always assumed a renovation would be stressful, but it was not at all. Picking out the materials and fixtures was even fun! The entire team was great and they were exactly on time to the week. They were very responsive to any questions. I highly recommend them, and hope to work with them again in the future."

Mary Clare F on May 2025


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Kimberlin Construction Co Inc

4835 Towne South Rd
4.61(
44
)
Approved Pro

Kimberlin Construction Co Inc

4835 Towne South Rd
4.61(
44
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
775 local quotes requested
29 years of experience

Kimberlin Construction is a diverse company that specializes in interior and exterior projects such as, kitchen and bath remodels, room additions, floors, decks, concrete work and any repair on your home. The owner spends one on one time with the client and is able to find the best and most affordable way to take care of any project!

"Great! Kimberlin Construction Company is the best. This is the most recent project we had done by them. As always they did a great job. Showed up when they said they would. Great crew and excellent craftsmanship. This is the fourth project we had done by them and we will definitely hire them again in the future. Best contractor we have ever worked with."

Lawrence M on October 2023

Kimberlin Construction is a diverse company that specializes in interior and exterior projects such as, kitchen and bath remodels, room additions, floors, decks, concrete work and any repair on your home. The owner spends one on one time with the client and is able to find the best and most affordable way to take care of any project!

"Great! Kimberlin Construction Company is the best. This is the most recent project we had done by them. As always they did a great job. Showed up when they said they would. Great crew and excellent craftsmanship. This is the fourth project we had done by them and we will definitely hire them again in the future. Best contractor we have ever worked with."

Lawrence M on October 2023


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GA CHOTT & ASSOCIATES INC

PO BOX 1182
4.79(
180
)
Approved Pro

GA CHOTT & ASSOCIATES INC

PO BOX 1182
4.79(
180
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
489 local quotes requested

G.A. Chott & Associates, Inc. is a professional remodeling company specializing in kitchens, baths, basements, doors, windows, flooring, painting, and most interior repairs and maintenance. We work together as a team for the benefit of the company as well as for our customers. Our business is helping people transform their living spaces into the home of their dreams. We will do this by being on time and on budget and by providing quality workmanship at reasonable pricing. Hard work has produced a reputation whereby our customers are assured of quality remodeling and repairs that are completed with attention to detail by polite and courteous professional people. Our company pays competitive wages and benefits. We invest time and money in training employees to make them as good as they can be. You will find that our prices are competitive for the quality work that we do. Please call us for all of your remodeling needs.

"This is the second time we’ve hired GA Chott during the past 15 years. We hired Darryll and Angie and team to build out a bathroom from scratch (no plumbing) in our upstairs attic space, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. The quality of the work is unsurpassed. We had an inspector ask us about who did the work so that he could contact them for a job in his own home. The quality and attention to detail were incredible. James is purely a rockstar – he works quietly (considering it included demo and the like), cleanly and respectfully. He kept us in the know along the way and really brought the details together. He was always available when we had questions and did quality work from top to bottom. Most of all, James really treated our home as though it was his own. The coordination of the project (which included several required inspections) was all handled by Angie and team. She is a great communicator, and that can’t be overlooked in a project of this scale. Again, she was always available for any questions we may have, and made it feel like we were their only clients. Darryll helped us navigate decisions and brought the full plan together. When we encountered a couple of small issues, he was quick to address and correct them, and assured that things were properly handled. This was a large, 8-week project. We did our homework and acquired several bids. GA Chott wasn’t the cheapest (or the most expensive), but they were clearly the best choice. We give our highest recommendation. You’ll be pleased with both the quality of the work and how it’s handled throughout the process."

James S on November 2023

G.A. Chott & Associates, Inc. is a professional remodeling company specializing in kitchens, baths, basements, doors, windows, flooring, painting, and most interior repairs and maintenance. We work together as a team for the benefit of the company as well as for our customers. Our business is helping people transform their living spaces into the home of their dreams. We will do this by being on time and on budget and by providing quality workmanship at reasonable pricing. Hard work has produced a reputation whereby our customers are assured of quality remodeling and repairs that are completed with attention to detail by polite and courteous professional people. Our company pays competitive wages and benefits. We invest time and money in training employees to make them as good as they can be. You will find that our prices are competitive for the quality work that we do. Please call us for all of your remodeling needs.

"This is the second time we’ve hired GA Chott during the past 15 years. We hired Darryll and Angie and team to build out a bathroom from scratch (no plumbing) in our upstairs attic space, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. The quality of the work is unsurpassed. We had an inspector ask us about who did the work so that he could contact them for a job in his own home. The quality and attention to detail were incredible. James is purely a rockstar – he works quietly (considering it included demo and the like), cleanly and respectfully. He kept us in the know along the way and really brought the details together. He was always available when we had questions and did quality work from top to bottom. Most of all, James really treated our home as though it was his own. The coordination of the project (which included several required inspections) was all handled by Angie and team. She is a great communicator, and that can’t be overlooked in a project of this scale. Again, she was always available for any questions we may have, and made it feel like we were their only clients. Darryll helped us navigate decisions and brought the full plan together. When we encountered a couple of small issues, he was quick to address and correct them, and assured that things were properly handled. This was a large, 8-week project. We did our homework and acquired several bids. GA Chott wasn’t the cheapest (or the most expensive), but they were clearly the best choice. We give our highest recommendation. You’ll be pleased with both the quality of the work and how it’s handled throughout the process."

James S on November 2023


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CoCara Remodeling LLC

1132 Duxbury Ln
4.85(
20
)
Approved Pro

CoCara Remodeling LLC

1132 Duxbury Ln
4.85(
20
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
808 local quotes requested

CoCara Remodeling LLC, is a one stop shop for all your home improvement needs. We're dedicated to offering a customizable solution to make your remodeling experience long lasting and memorable. No job is too big or too small. Our team is highly experienced, and has a diverse skillset to offer.

"Shawn and his guys do amazing work. From the first time I met him, I knew he was honest and professional in what he does. There was a problem with flooring issue during the job and he fixed it for me. Just today, I had an issue with my doors sticking and he came to fix it. He is a stand up guy for sure. I would recommend his work to anyone if you are looking for a high quality product at a great price!"

Jason K on May 2021

CoCara Remodeling LLC, is a one stop shop for all your home improvement needs. We're dedicated to offering a customizable solution to make your remodeling experience long lasting and memorable. No job is too big or too small. Our team is highly experienced, and has a diverse skillset to offer.

"Shawn and his guys do amazing work. From the first time I met him, I knew he was honest and professional in what he does. There was a problem with flooring issue during the job and he fixed it for me. Just today, I had an issue with my doors sticking and he came to fix it. He is a stand up guy for sure. I would recommend his work to anyone if you are looking for a high quality product at a great price!"

Jason K on May 2021


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Taylor Construction

8446 Dittmer Catawissa Rd.
5.00(
10
)
Approved Pro

Taylor Construction

8446 Dittmer Catawissa Rd.
5.00(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
662 local quotes requested

Taylor Construction has been in the home remodeling business for over 20 years. We pride ourselves on providing quality work at competitive prices and integrity is an essential component in planning your remodeling project. Communication is key and we work with the homeowner from start to finish and we are on the job until it's done! We offer emergency repair services and warranties on work performed. Taylor Construction is licensed and insured for your protection. Please see our website www.btaylorconstruction.com for more details on what we offer. Taylor Construction has supported local community activities like Cedar Hill Peace Pantry, Northwest Athletic Association, Northwest High School Baseball, Habitat for Humanity, Feed My People, Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri Troop 58 and now God's Green Acres Association. The owner, Bryan Taylor is a devoted family man, He and his wife are active in Faith Community and with their children's activites and school work.

"Had a small bathroom that I wanted to put a lot of new things technology items in. He took the challenge on with no complaints and gave us a beautiful new bathroom. Communications was great. He even watched my dogs when I had to run an errand. Would highly recommend and will definitely be using for more projects in the future! Thanks for all you did Bryan!"

Ashton O on February 2025

Taylor Construction has been in the home remodeling business for over 20 years. We pride ourselves on providing quality work at competitive prices and integrity is an essential component in planning your remodeling project. Communication is key and we work with the homeowner from start to finish and we are on the job until it's done! We offer emergency repair services and warranties on work performed. Taylor Construction is licensed and insured for your protection. Please see our website www.btaylorconstruction.com for more details on what we offer. Taylor Construction has supported local community activities like Cedar Hill Peace Pantry, Northwest Athletic Association, Northwest High School Baseball, Habitat for Humanity, Feed My People, Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri Troop 58 and now God's Green Acres Association. The owner, Bryan Taylor is a devoted family man, He and his wife are active in Faith Community and with their children's activites and school work.

"Had a small bathroom that I wanted to put a lot of new things technology items in. He took the challenge on with no complaints and gave us a beautiful new bathroom. Communications was great. He even watched my dogs when I had to run an errand. Would highly recommend and will definitely be using for more projects in the future! Thanks for all you did Bryan!"

Ashton O on February 2025

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FAQs for appliance (smaller size) installation and replacement projects in Arnold, MO

Garbage disposals last around 10 years when properly maintained. If your unit is getting close to that age or repair costs are increasing, it might be time to consider a replacement. Regular maintenance and careful use can help maximize your garbage disposal's performance and help it reach its maximum lifespan.

There are several signs to watch for that indicate your garbage disposal needs to be replaced. Replacement may be necessary if it doesn't work even though it's properly connected, the blades are worn and causing delays in operation, a persistent foul odor that won't go away, or leaks coming from the bottom due to a compromised seal. If you're experiencing any of these issues, it might be time to consider getting a new garbage disposal to keep your kitchen running smoothly.

A plumber or handyperson can install your garbage disposal if the electrical connections are already in place. If you need additional electrical work, you'll also need to hire a qualified electrician to handle the rest of the job. Hiring local professionals ensures the installation is safe and up to code.

It’s important to avoid putting certain items down the drain to keep your garbage disposal running smoothly and avoid clogs. Expandable foods like pasta, rice, oatmeal, and bread can swell and cause blockages. Coffee grounds, grease, fats, and oils can accumulate and create clogs. Hard items such as meat bones, nuts, and fruit pits can damage the disposal blades. Eggshells, potato peels, and fibrous vegetables such as celery, pumpkin, corn husks, artichokes, onion skins, and asparagus can wrap around the blades or obstruct the pipes.

Not every sink is suitable for the installation of a garbage disposal. The compatibility of the sink with the disposal depends on the material and structural integrity. While many standard sinks support these units, fireclay sinks are prone to cracking under the added stress and should not be used. Confirm that your sink can securely accommodate the disposal before installation.

Choosing the correct size garbage disposal depends on your household size and how much waste you produce. A 1/3–1/2 horsepower unit should be sufficient for households with one to two people. If your household consists of three to six people, a 1/2–3/4 horsepower unit is recommended. FA3/4–1 horsepower model will be necessary. For larger households of five to eight people

The Arnold, MO homeowners’ guide to appliance (smaller size) installations and replacements

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