Q: Why does my garbage disposal have power but won’t spin?

• <div><p>If your garbage disposal powers up and you can hear it hum, but the arms inside aren&rsquo;t moving, the problem might be a stubborn clog, a build-up of grease, or a jam of the impeller plate. To troubleshoot these, ensure your unit is off and disconnected from its power source before checking inside the drain or attempting to manually rotate the impeller arms or plate from the underside of the unit. A hex wrench can help.</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>

Q: Do you need a garbage disposal for a dishwasher?

• <div><p>No, you do not need a garbage disposal to have a dishwasher. A dishwasher will work without one, and while it's rare to see a home with a dishwasher that doesn't have a disposal, it is possible. The two appliances pair well and are often installed together because a disposal simplifies meal cleanup.</p><p>However, your dishwasher should not be used as a replacement for a garbage disposal. Subjecting it to continuous food leftovers can lead to major clogs. If you choose not to install a garbage disposal, you should thoroughly rinse your plates or scrape excess food into the trash or a compost pile before loading them into the dishwasher to prevent plumbing issues.</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: Is fixing a leaking garbage disposal worth it?

• <div><p>If the cost of repairing a leaking garbage disposal is close to the cost of replacing the disposal, then fixing the unit might not make sense. When deciding if you should <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/garbage-disposal-repair-and-replacement.htm">repair or replace your garbage disposal</a>, consider the age of your garbage disposal, the cost of the repair, and whether your garbage disposal has had other problems recently to help you decide if the cost of repairing the leak is better than the cost of replacing the disposal.</p></div>

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They did an excellent job and very efficient and cleaned up everything afterwards. Very reasonable price. I would recommend him to everyone.
Granados Painting
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Reviewed in July 2025
Cleaned poison oak from our 100 year old trees and cleaned up our flower beds and put mulch down. Went beyond what was expected. Very honest company.
CLC Liquidation & Removal
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Reviewed in August 2024
They were cheaper than every other quote I could find ($125 was the next cheapest). They were friendly and did the job quick. I love the famiily business model, and will definitely use them in the future for any junk removal needs. Tony and his son did a great job. I recommend Anthony's...
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Reviewed in March 2024
This company is outstanding!! I cannot say enough good things about them. They were thorough, efficient, trustworthy and my home was immaculate when they finished. I would HIGHLY recommend them to anyone needed cleaning services.
H&N KLEENCO LLC
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Reviewed in April 2021
Excellent! We’ve had a few different cleaners, none have been as thorough and attentive to detail as Niko! We would hire again and again!
Nikos Budget Cleaning
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Reviewed in November 2020
HORRIBLE! Mr. Wilson was so hostile to me when I called to inquire about a charge. I spoke POLITELY with his secretary about the reason for my call and when she handed the phone off to him he came on speaker and immediately raised his voice. After I explained to him that two other local...
Wilson Plumbing
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Reviewed in July 2017
His guys worked quick. I don't know if it was all his guys or a collection of smaller contractors doing the work, but they got the job done. As with all contractors you have to go around after the work is done and point out what is not right.
Long's Construction
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Reviewed in April 2012
It went great. He got here went straight to work. Talked with me about cleaning out my kids pockets from now on. I had used him before to fix my garbage disposal and also my dishwasher. He is a super nice guy and does a great job at a great price. And if he is backed up he will tell you so...
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Ringe & sons junk removal

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Here at Ringe & sons junk and waste removal we love helping take the stress off people who need junk hauled off and don't have the time, equipment to do so or unsure where to take it. With us you wont have to worry about any of that, we got you covered! We pride ourselves on customer service and making sure this process is as easy and smooth as possible for our clients!\n

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We are a family owned and operated business willing to go the extra mile for your trash removal services. We also offer dumpster rentals at very competitive rates. Need help loading the dumpster? We can do that too, just give us a call or text, we are happy to help.

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Welcome to D&R excavation and land clearing, LLC. We offer land clearing/ management, house/barn demolition, waterline Installation and repair, Soil Erosion and control, Driveway Installation and repair, House and building pads, Pond Building. We are licensed and insured with years of experience. We offer free quotes and competitive rates! 24/7 emergency service.

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"I had the pleasure of using College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving today to help me with all the “stuff” that we had leftover from our long distance move to Georgia. By far one of the best companies I have used!! It started with the communication to let you know when they would be here. They texted 2 pm, called me 15 minutes before arrival and the truck showed up right on the dot. The crew was extremely polite and professional, not to mention dealing with the current mess in my house. If you are EVER in need of someone to help get rid of your extra “stuff”, this is the outfit to call!!!!"

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"They did a great job, very professional and very nice, wiped down all surfaces and had my place looking spotless. I would highly recommend them for any type of cleaning or sanitation, best in the city!"

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"Outstanding service! Very efficient and diligent! Will definitely hire again for future services. Completely satisfied!???"

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"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."

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"Very professional, polite and well mannered upon arrival. They arrived on time and got the job done in a timely manner. They done a fantastic job and took care of everything I asked. I didn’t have to help do anything they took care of it all! Very happy with their services and I will use them again! Thank You C&J Haul Away LLC!"

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"Very hard working gentleman! Would recommend their services to anyone. Very professional and my gazebo looks great!!"

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

If your garbage disposal powers up and you can hear it hum, but the arms inside aren’t moving, the problem might be a stubborn clog, a build-up of grease, or a jam of the impeller plate. To troubleshoot these, ensure your unit is off and disconnected from its power source before checking inside the drain or attempting to manually rotate the impeller arms or plate from the underside of the unit. A hex wrench can help.

Garbage disposals are durable appliances that usually last at least eight years as long as you clean and maintain them. It’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.

No, you do not need a garbage disposal to have a dishwasher. A dishwasher will work without one, and while it's rare to see a home with a dishwasher that doesn't have a disposal, it is possible. The two appliances pair well and are often installed together because a disposal simplifies meal cleanup.

However, your dishwasher should not be used as a replacement for a garbage disposal. Subjecting it to continuous food leftovers can lead to major clogs. If you choose not to install a garbage disposal, you should thoroughly rinse your plates or scrape excess food into the trash or a compost pile before loading them into the dishwasher to prevent plumbing issues.

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.

If the cost of repairing a leaking garbage disposal is close to the cost of replacing the disposal, then fixing the unit might not make sense. When deciding if you should repair or replace your garbage disposal, consider the age of your garbage disposal, the cost of the repair, and whether your garbage disposal has had other problems recently to help you decide if the cost of repairing the leak is better than the cost of replacing the disposal.

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