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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: Why is my garbage disposal not draining?

• <div><p>Your garbage disposal is not draining because it might have a clog due to food waste, a foreign object, grease, oil, fat, or it may have a broken motor. When water doesn't flush out of the disposal, that's a key sign that your disposal has a clog or needs repair. </p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to replace a garbage disposal?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-s-it-cost-replace-garbage-disposal.htm">Replacing a garbage disposal costs</a> anywhere from <b>$150 to $950</b>, but the average cost is somewhere around<b> $550</b>. There are two types of garbage disposal units, and continuous feed disposals tend to cost more than batch feed disposals. Going for an aluminum garbage disposal is also significantly cheaper than choosing a stainless steel garbage disposal. You'll also need to factor in the horsepower of the motor, labor, and the removal and disposal of your old unit.</p></div>

Q: Will my garbage disposal impact my septic tank?

• <div><p>Your garbage disposal will only affect the health of your septic tank if you&rsquo;re using it too frequently, or filling it with organic waste that doesn&rsquo;t fully break down. If the tank fills up with too many solids, the bacteria won&rsquo;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>

Q: Is it better to repair or replace a garbage disposal?

• <div><p>In some cases, it&rsquo;s more cost-effective in the long run to replace a garbage disposal, but it depends on the specific issue you&rsquo;re having and the age of your disposal. You should ask a garbage disposal repair tech for a quote to repair your appliance and then see if it would be more worthwhile to replace it. Additionally, garbage disposals last for around 15 years, so if you know your appliance is reaching that age, it&rsquo;s likely better to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-s-it-cost-replace-garbage-disposal.htm">pay for a new garbage disposal</a> rather than sink money into repairs.</p></div>

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Last update on May 29, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
The cleaners did a great job! Place was spotless when they finished. Customer service was responsive and pleasant! Would definitely hire them again!
Daray Home Cleaning Services, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
Reasonably Prices, On time, punctual, with high effort and attention to detail, Sutton cleaning is by far the best cleaning service I've ever hired, and I have hired several. I highly recommend this business for any of your quick cleans, deep cleans, room cleans, floor or any income cleans.
Sutton In-Home Cleaning
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Reviewed in July 2024
Great company. We needed six mattresses dispose of. Within a few days it was take care of quickly, easily and cheaply. Highly recommended.
Kennedy Junk Removal, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2024
I have been having my apartment cleaned by MPC every 2 weeks, and they always do an amazing job. Marco and the team are very thorough, and always show great attention to detail. I am very pleased with the service and wholeheartedly recommend them.
MPC General Cleaning LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
Hired to clean vinyl siding of a rental unit and appears to have done a good, tidy job with the siding and gutters. Would likely use them again for similar projects.
Barretos Property Solution
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Reviewed in February 2023
Zach and his crew did an awesome job removing a couple of trees, and trimming back another. All work was completed as quoted and the yard was left spotless of debris.
Hooper's Tree Service, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2022
Thet should of had a shop vac to clean out the lower T-section of the chimney insert.
Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
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Reviewed in May 2022
Saladino property management did such a nice job for me and was very easy to work with.
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Reviewed in September 2021
We had an old water pump in our basement that seized up and created a water emergency. When I called Bergeron Drain Pro and Well Service after 5 pm, my phone call was returned right away and Derrick came to our home to check the situation. Next day the water line had to be pulled out of the...
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Reviewed in June 2021
Deep cleaning of kitchen and bath. Excellent job!
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Uptown Junk LLC

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Serving Ashfield, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Small jobs welcome

"Luke and Jay did a great job hauling junk from our house. They are truly a full service business. They filled their trailer to capacity using tetras like skills to give us the greatest haul for our buck. They were energetic, helpful and efficient. We highly recommend them."

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Recommended by86%of homeowners

Serving Ashfield, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"Mike and his crew were wonderful to work with. They were professional and always communicative, worked very neatly and executed this project very well. And they were very courteous to say the least. I ended up rehiring for a large fence removal. He also did some hauling of debris just before my house sold and went the extra mile and taking an old shelf out of the basement."

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26 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Tejada's Remodeling Inc

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Serving Ashfield, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Warranties offered

"These guys did a remarkable job. They put in a full days work to make a pool deck that had long been neglected look like new again! I highly recommend them to anyone that needs power washing. They did not miss a spot! Really nice guys, hard workers, very respectful!"

Response time1 day

13 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by82%of homeowners

Serving Ashfield, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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"Jason did an excellent job power washing my roof in two locations. Informative, efficient, professional and courteous. The cost was very reasonable."

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Recommended by86%of homeowners

Serving Ashfield, MA and surrounding areas

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"Henry and his assistant were friendly, hard working, neat with good cleanup, did not waste time and overall did a great job. I would recommend them to anyone"

Response time7 hrs

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Recommended by65%of homeowners

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Dukes Waste Management & More

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Serving Ashfield, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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Emergency services offered

"PROJECT DONE IN 2 DAYS. Done the way I wanted, No complaints."

6 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by66%of homeowners

Serving Ashfield, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"Very dependable - would hire again."

Response time4 hrs

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Y&C junk removal

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Serving Ashfield, MA and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

Hello, I am dedicated to my work and I like the satisfaction of my clients, that's why I give my best in my work

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Jr junk removal

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I offer junk removal services, moving, commercial property cleanup, and everything involving helping you deal with messes in and out of your home or business.

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

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.

Your garbage disposal is not draining because it might have a clog due to food waste, a foreign object, grease, oil, fat, or it may have a broken motor. When water doesn't flush out of the disposal, that's a key sign that your disposal has a clog or needs repair.

Replacing a garbage disposal costs anywhere from $150 to $950, but the average cost is somewhere around $550. There are two types of garbage disposal units, and continuous feed disposals tend to cost more than batch feed disposals. Going for an aluminum garbage disposal is also significantly cheaper than choosing a stainless steel garbage disposal. You'll also need to factor in the horsepower of the motor, labor, and the removal and disposal of your old unit.

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.

In some cases, it’s more cost-effective in the long run to replace a garbage disposal, but it depends on the specific issue you’re having and the age of your disposal. You should ask a garbage disposal repair tech for a quote to repair your appliance and then see if it would be more worthwhile to replace it. Additionally, garbage disposals last for around 15 years, so if you know your appliance is reaching that age, it’s likely better to pay for a new garbage disposal rather than sink money into repairs.

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