How can I maximize the life span of my garbage disposal?

• <div><p>As with many appliances, proper maintenance is key to maximizing your garbage disposal’s life span. If everyone in your household is on board with <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-keep-your-garbage-disposal-running.htm">proper care and maintenance</a>, like running water while operating the disposal, you should get plenty of years out of your unit. Avoid putting the wrong food items down the disposal, including pasta, rice, bread, and more.</p></div>

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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Reviewed in November 2016
They did an excellent job. Had to have a couple things repaired that was caught in the home inspection. The job was quick. The cost could always be cheaper but I was only charged a service call.
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Reviewed in April 2014
What really sold me on this shop was the courtesy I was given by the employee's. I did not talk to the repair man until the next day. What blew me away that they did not charge for the service. I will take the machine back if I have any problems. I will also delight in shopping at this store.
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Reviewed in April 2014
He asked what model sewing machine I have, it is a Husqvarna, and he gave me the name of a store that does repair them. The name of that store is Quilting Connection. I will give you a report on them after I get my machine in and repaired. He could have had me bring my machine in and try to...
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Reviewed in January 2014
Paul called back mid Friday-AM and said they could fit our repair in by noon Friday....they repairman showed up on time, fixed the sink plumbing, and I received the invoice via email that following week. Although the 10% coupon from Angie's List caught my eye, it was the conversation with the...
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Reviewed in October 2013
Scott is all business and runs a great shop. I would recommend this place any day or anytime! They are fantastic people! Travis, Scott's son is also great! He takes care of the oil changes and does a great job as well! Chris Faulk is also great for handling the billing! Chuck, whom does...
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I had gone without water for two weeks, because the plumbers' businesses in my county did not come when they promised, nor would they return calls, nor say why they didn't want the job, nor give any other professional response. But Mike came within hours of my call, from the next county over. ...
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