Do you need a garbage disposal for a dishwasher?

• <div><p>Many homeowners wonder<a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/garbage-disposal-necessary-dishwasher.htm"> if a garbage disposal is necessary with a dishwasher</a>. After all, many dishwashers are powerful enough to handle bits of food with no issues. </p><p>Still, your dishwasher should not act as a replacement for a disposal. Subjecting your dishwasher to continuous leftovers could lead to major clogs. If you don’t want a garbage disposal in your kitchen, simply scrape away any extra food into your trash can or compost pile.</p></div>

Will my garbage disposal impact my septic tank?

• <div><p>Your garbage disposal will only affect the health of your septic tank if you’re using it too frequently, or filling it with organic waste that doesn’t fully break down. If the tank fills up with too many solids, the bacteria won’t have enough time to consume it before more is added, which can lead to an overflow in the drain field. Your tank will need to be pumped more frequently with excessive or improper garbage disposal use. </p></div>

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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: 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: Can glass go in the garbage disposal?

• <div><p>Never put glass in the garbage disposal. It can damage your disposal or eject shards of glass out of the disposal and cause injury. If you get broken glass in your garbage disposal, turn it off and cut the power from the breaker, use a tool like pliers or tongs to remove the glass, and use a wet-dry vacuum to remove the remaining glass pieces. If you can&rsquo;t access the disposal safely, call a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/garbage-disposal-repair/">garbage disposal repair pro</a>.</p></div>

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Last update on December 08, 2025

Reviewed in January 2024
Henry was super responsive and easy to work with. It was a quick and easy removal process.
Junkamania LLC
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Reviewed in November 2022
Grant was great. Whole experience was pleasant. Appointment was easy to schedule for the next day. Grant was on time and prepared to install a new garbage disposal even though I didn’t know I needed one at the time. Also helped with a bathroom faucet issue and changed my refrigerator ice...
Hudson Plumbing
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Reviewed in May 2020
Mr. Foster's Team did an excellent job. They roofed my house, shop, and two sheds at the quoted price and schedule. They found a couple of OSB boards that needed replaced and did that, along with proper flashing, water and ice shields and cleaned up and removed trash.
CRP Contractors
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Reviewed in January 2020
Anthony has done a great job removing and trimming trees for me, family and friends. Professional service at a fair price.
Anthonys Lawn Care and Landscaping
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Reviewed in August 2017
This review is actually for Republic Services. This company is horrible!! Do not use them for garbage removal. They are over double in price from their competitors and there billing activity is very suspect. They quote you low in the beginning, but every bill afterward will have suspicious...
HOOSIER DISPOSAL
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Reviewed in November 2014
As mentioned above, we received the best possible treatment and product for a good price. We also had two new skylights installed after removing the existing ones. We are impressed with the entire experience.
RCV Roofing, Siding & Gutters
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Reviewed in April 2012
I could not have been happier. They made it very easy. They cleaned up daily. Arrived and began work immediately. The crew was polite and professional. I have 5 dogs, and they worked around them with ease. I had absolutely no nails or garbage for the dogs to hurt themselves on. Even the...
PPS Contractors
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Reviewed in June 2011
Clark mowed our lawn, but wasn't very responsive for special services (asked them to remove some brush in the fall, but it was never taken). The job was pretty good, but scalped some areas of the lawn, and didn't alert us to ways to improve the lawn.
Clark Landscaping and Lawn Care Inc
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Reviewed in December 2010
Aim to Please arrived on time as scheduled (actually 10 min early). They both removed their shoes and went immediately to work fixing my toilet then installing a garbage disposal. Malachi was personable and readily answered my questions about the repair and the installation. He also gave me...
Aim To Please Plumbing & Electric
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Reviewed in January 2005
COMPLETE TREE DID A GREAT JOB. THEY WERE PUNCTUAL, CLEAN, EFFICIENT, AND SAFE. THEY WERE DEFT IN THEIR APPROACH TO REMOVING THE TREE WITHOUT IMPACTING OUR NEIGHBORS. THE CONTINUOUS CLEAN-UP BY THE CREW MEANT THAT THE SITE WAS IN GOOD SHAPE WHEN THEY LEFT. WE WERE VERY PLEASED WITH THEIR WORK.
Complete Tree Care Inc
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