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Q: What would cause a garbage disposal to stop working?

• <div><p>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. </p></div>

Q: What should not be put in a garbage disposal?

• <div><p>These appliances certainly increase the number of things allowed down the drain, but they&rsquo;re not foolproof. There are several <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-not-put-down-garbage-disposal.htm">items you shouldn&rsquo;t put in your garbage disposal</a>, according to manufacturers and technicians. Don&rsquo;t put coffee grounds down the drain. The same goes for eggshells, potato peels, hard foods, onion skins, and any dry, expandable food. Most importantly, never put grease or oils down the drain.</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>

Q: Is a garbage disposal worth it?

• <div><p>If you cook a lot or have a larger household, a garbage disposal can be worth it, since it streamlines your kitchen duties and helps to keep food waste out of landfills. It helps to know the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-garbage-disposal.htm">cost of garbage disposal installation</a> before you make your decision. The average price is about <b>$400</b>,<b> </b>but you can expect to pay more for higher-end models or if you hire a pro to do the job for you.</p></div>

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They’re Customer service was great! They came out and done exactly what I wanted and with efficiency! They’re Awesome people to talk to, very professional with great personalities! Yall try faith lawncare out, and I highly doubt you’ll be disappointed!
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Reviewed in March 2025
They were excellent in their presentation, were on time and prepared. We did not go with them because the cost was outside my budget. I would definitely recommend them. The salesman did everything he could to get it within my budget, but we just couldn’t do it.
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Reviewed in September 2024
Dowling and his crew did an excellent job taking care of items in my yard that I was unable to get to. They were friendly, well priced and went above and beyond to make sure I was satisfied with the work! I will be using this company again in the future for other projects to have my yard in tip...
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Reviewed in July 2024
Great team to work with! Very professional and know exactly how to get the job done!
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Reviewed in April 2024
I highly recommend Tharpe & Sons for any work needed! They constructed a custom kayak rack for us to keep kayaks and paddles off the ground. We were very impressed with their communication and professionalism and have already contacted them for more work.
Tharpe & Sons Contracting LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
Excellent job! This project was for deep cleaning of a cat rescue building and the space was very nasty. She worked until the place of clear of cat hair (as much as you can remove cat hair (lol). Most important she was careful to watch that none of the cats escaped!
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Reviewed in January 2023
They are a really good company.
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Reviewed in January 2023
Everything looked great! The house was very clean, and she went overtop by doing some extra moving and arranging of items which made the area look better as a whole. I didn't hesitate to give her the job FT.
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Reviewed in January 2023
Very reliable and thorough. I will call again in the near future.
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Reviewed in February 2022
Very professional and quick at responding and working with getting me scheduled to come give a free estimate to fix my pool.
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"Nate Stevens and Rob packed loaded and delivered my household within 24 hours. They were very made sure to not leave anything behind, offered to remove any moving garbage and after unpacking all of the boxes not one item was broken or damaged! Very impressed!!!"

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"The working team headed by the owner, Christopher, did a very good job in removing big trees on my property. We were satisfied on how they carried out the system in doing it; both for the safety of the property and of the workers, too. They tirelessly worked; rain or shine and finished the job in 2 days! Amazing workforce! Highly recommended!"

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

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.

These appliances certainly increase the number of things allowed down the drain, but they’re not foolproof. There are several items you shouldn’t put in your garbage disposal, according to manufacturers and technicians. Don’t put coffee grounds down the drain. The same goes for eggshells, potato peels, hard foods, onion skins, and any dry, expandable food. Most importantly, never put grease or oils down the drain.

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.

If you cook a lot or have a larger household, a garbage disposal can be worth it, since it streamlines your kitchen duties and helps to keep food waste out of landfills. It helps to know the cost of garbage disposal installation before you make your decision. The average price is about $400, but you can expect to pay more for higher-end models or if you hire a pro to do the job for you.

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