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Q: What is the most common size garbage disposal?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: What is the average life span of a garbage disposal?

• <div><p>Garbage disposals last an average of seven years but can function well past 10 years. However, as time goes on and more food is ground, the grinding plates will slowly lose their edge and need replacing. A motor likely won&rsquo;t last 10 or more years, but you should be able to get a minimum of five years at least, even under heavy usage. </p></div>

Q: Is it better to repair or replace a garbage disposal?

• <div><p>In some cases, it&rsquo;s more cost-effective in the long run to replace a garbage disposal, but it depends on the specific issue you&rsquo;re having and the age of your disposal. You should ask a garbage disposal repair tech for a quote to repair your appliance and then see if it would be more worthwhile to replace it. Additionally, garbage disposals last for around 15 years, so if you know your appliance is reaching that age, it&rsquo;s likely better to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-s-it-cost-replace-garbage-disposal.htm">pay for a new garbage disposal</a> rather than sink money into repairs.</p></div>

Q: Are garbage disposals bad for the environment?

• <div><p>Garbage disposals can be considered bad for the environment due to their electricity usage, but good for the environment because they reduce the food waste sent to landfills. If everyone used a garbage disposal, it would tax the wastewater treatment facilities in that region, but if we had to choose one of the options, we&rsquo;d say they are a net positive on the environment when used correctly. </p></div>

Q: How often do garbage disposals break?

• <div><p>Garbage disposals are durable appliances that usually last at least eight years as long as you clean and maintain them. It&rsquo;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. </p></div>

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Last update on November 06, 2025

Reviewed in October 2024
He was very polite and listened well. He charged a fair price for his quick work. I will hire him again for snow removal.
Roybal Construction LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
Dan's and his team are amazing. They did wonderful work removing my old cedar shingle roof and installing a new architectural style shingle roof with all new associated roofing hardware. Prior to installing the new roof, they removed an old chimney chase. Every day they cleaned up and at the...
Great Pacific Contractors, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
Dry rot on the 2nd floor had to be removed. Josey and his team did a fantastic job! Highly recommend and will try to hire again if ever needed.
Acme & Sons, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2023
I needed my old deck removed and replaced. I decided to replace it with composite decking and the addition of a pergola over the entire area. It turned out beautifully. It was completed in a timely manner and the work was meticulous. They are very professional in every aspect and I...
8 Stars, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2022
They removed a large 100yr old Hackberry tree on my property, which was an imminent threat to my roof and my neighbors. They did and excellent job!
Cone's Tree Service
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Reviewed in September 2016
We had Dan's Dump Runs remove an old shed, throughly clean the surrounding area in backyard, and install a gravel bed for the new shed we are installing. Dan is a ex-military guy, and it shows - very punctual, meets the quoted price, no surprises while the job is underway, and leaves the...
Dans Dump Runs LLC
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Reviewed in January 2016
She was on time, friendly, thorough and quick. No hidden costs or up-selling. She removed stains that had been there so long I had forgotten there was clean carpet underneath. A dream experience!
Green Home Cleaning and Restoration
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Reviewed in August 2014
Shampoo carpet for pet urine smell. Smell is greatly improved - would probably take two shampoos to remove entirely. Not the fault of the company though. My only beef is that sehyo showed up an hour early and did not move the couch, to get under the couch, as asked.
Barbara Ringstead
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Reviewed in March 2014
Wonderful service! They were quick, accurate and professional. I have found a new auto mechanic for life. When they were finished, they brought the parts they removed to the front counter, showed them to us, and explained why they needed to be replaced. The cost was lower than the estimate and...
METROPOLITAN GARAGE
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Reviewed in September 2013
he came in a timely manner, removed the stumps filled in the holes,
Fairbanks Stump Grinders/Yellow Snow Plowing
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