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’re not foolproof. There are several <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-not-put-down-garbage-disposal.htm">items you shouldn’t put in your garbage disposal</a>, 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.</p></div>

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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: What preventive measures can avoid future drain clogs?

• <div><p>Regular maintenance, such as not disposing of grease or coffee grounds down the sink and routine use of strainers, can prevent clogs.</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: 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>

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Gordon Construction did a great job transitioning our old pool deck into a nice entertainment area. He removed part of the old deck, moved the stairs and rebuilt them, and installed new railings. He did a great job listening to our requests and incorporating his knowledge to achieve our desired...
Gordon Construction
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Reviewed in March 2024
Job well done. Pricing well within scope of work. I had large stump with roots removed beyond expectations Merlin bought my cup I had left on trailer. I would recommend Merlinâ s service to anyone
Kingsgard
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Reviewed in November 2017
Badly. In removing the devise (which he had inserted several months earlier), Dr. created a large hole in my ear drum which led to the loss of hearing in that ear. He failed to warn me that this was a possible outcome of the procedure. Subsequent operations failed to restore my earring.
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Reviewed in December 2014
My Grand son had flushed baby wipes down toilet and it caused the drain to back up they removed the baby wipes and drain worked
Acr Drains
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Reviewed in September 2014
Pete was great! He was subcontracting with total tree care and did a great job removing 3 stumps. He was fun to chat with and the clean up was great. Highly recommend Pete!
PETE DEVINS TREE & STUMP SVC
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Reviewed in March 2014
.They came when they said they would, removed the lid to the septic tank, took the required readings for the contents of the tank, pumped out the contents to their truck and disposed of it to the waste water facility. They replaced the lid on the tank and gave us a report of their findings. They...
Miene Septic Svcs Inc
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Reviewed in October 2013
Doug is prompt, works efficiently, helps find the root cause of a problem (to ensure nothing else happens) instead of simply fixing one small thing. He is professional in all communications, sets realistic expectations, helps homeowners understand the issues/concerns, and explains how he is...
Wichhart Repair
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Reviewed in July 2013
They have installed garbage disposal, water heater, water softener, sink w/vanity, etc. etc. over the years. Have always found them to be priced competively, punctual, professional and pleasant to work with.
Valenta Plumbing
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Reviewed in June 2013
Jeff always responds the minute you call him, and will arrive the same day, usually within 90 minutes. He has even made a service call for us on a Sunday afternoon. Our basement drain backs up because of a tree root in the drain. Jeff has always been able to clear the clog, usually within an...
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Reviewed in January 2013
Kenny Eckrich provides lawn care/snow removal and general handyman services. His work is excellent and he is reasonably priced.
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Titan Excavating is your local company you can trust. We have all the equipment necessary for any job you could ask for. No job too big or too small for us. We do everything from site clearing , driveways, grading , demolition and much more. We service a 100 mile radius and are open to working within the entire state. If you need us call today.

"Titan did a magnificent job on my property during the past week. I needed the following done: Grading work on my 3 acre property and three different types of rocks delivered. I also needed additional black dirt brought in to make it perfect. From start to finish the communication was excellent with Will. He let me know what time they would get to my job and everything that was going on during the work process. This is something that a lot of contractors just fail to do in my past experiences. They provide top notch equipment, with many different attachments for various types of jobs during the entire process. This ensures that the job is done correctly, the first time! Lastly, customer service could not be better. They (Will and Tim) stayed with the job until I was completely satisfied. Always keeping a great attitude no matter how many questions I asked. Even going the extra nine yards finishing the job better than I expected. "

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"Titan did a magnificent job on my property during the past week. I needed the following done: Grading work on my 3 acre property and three different types of rocks delivered. I also needed additional black dirt brought in to make it perfect. From start to finish the communication was excellent with Will. He let me know what time they would get to my job and everything that was going on during the work process. This is something that a lot of contractors just fail to do in my past experiences. They provide top notch equipment, with many different attachments for various types of jobs during the entire process. This ensures that the job is done correctly, the first time! Lastly, customer service could not be better. They (Will and Tim) stayed with the job until I was completely satisfied. Always keeping a great attitude no matter how many questions I asked. Even going the extra nine yards finishing the job better than I expected. "

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