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>

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: What is the most common size garbage disposal?

• <div><p>The most common garbage disposal size in the U.S. is 1/2 horsepower. This size is ideal for households with three or fewer people or those that don't produce much food waste. Although 1/2 horsepower can't handle the typical food waste load for a household of four (which is about 250 pounds of food waste annually) as effectively as 3/4 horsepower, it remains the most common size of garbage disposal on the market.</p></div>

Q: Will any size garbage disposal fit my sink?

• <div><p>While the part of the garbage disposal that attaches to the sink is universal, not every single disposal will work in every sink cabinet. A larger disposal may be too big to fit in a compact space, for example. If the pipes under your sink are arranged in an unusual way, it may be difficult to put in a bigger disposal, even if there technically is enough space.</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>

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Excellent tree service. Great communication and employees were respectful and friendly. Took tree down, removed stump and cleaned up all debris. Very professional company. Highly recommend them!
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Reviewed in July 2016
Originally I was going to have popcorn ceiling removed in 2 rooms that had tray ceilings. Added most of the house once they got started. Richard's crew showed up on time and they did not leave the job until it was finished. Professional group of guys and they did an excellent job. Richard will...
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Reviewed in May 2016
Javier came out and looked at the trees that needed to be removed and others that need to be topped off as well as removing the dead branches. He gave the estimate and was able to schedule the next day. Javier and his team arrived on time (bright and early). They were expeditious, extremely...
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Reviewed in April 2015
Toilet was plugged, had to remove toilet and ran 25 foot roto rooter line in drain system. unplugged the toilet about 3 weeks later toilet plugged again they came back and reran the roto rooter and removed plug again. Cost above was only 75.00 because i have home warranty with american...
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Reviewed in March 2015
Creative Concepts is temporarily not in business due to health reasons. Please remove them from your ANGIE LISTINGS! Thanks.
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Reviewed in June 2014
A technician performed an inspection of our air conditioning system, which had stopped blowing cold air. He then spent the next 20-30 minutes on the phone, we assume, with his bosses. Before he told us what the problem was, he repeatedly attempted to sell us an annual service contract. He then...
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Millian-Aire Enterprise Corp. and Don Wheeler provided excellent service and installation. I thought it was a bit high until I saw what they had to remove and reinstall due to code and conditions. I would recommend them any and every day. They answered all my questions, went through the...
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Reviewed in October 2013
This was a disaster. He didn't do all of the work that he was supposed to and left an absolute mess. I ended up having to pay another company $500 to finish the job and yet another company $125 to clean the yard up and remove the debris. I recommend staying far away from them.
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Reviewed in June 2013
Went very well, a little difficult getting the old hose bib out, but installation of new bib went smoothly. Didn't have to remove any bricks from the house. Good Job.
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Reviewed in February 2013
Their service was really good. The quality was great—after they were through with it, they removed all of the debris that I asked them to. They were very accommodating and did leave me some to use as firewood.
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