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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: Why should I pick a continuous-feed garbage disposal?

• <div><p>Continuous feed garbage disposals are the favorite model for many homeowners for a reason. As opposed to batch feed models, add food scraps to the drain whenever the disposal is running. This variety is also typically less expensive, more convenient, and easier to clean.</p></div>

Q: Is it worth it to repair a garbage disposal?

• <div><p>Whether it's worth repairing your garbage disposal depends on its age and the specific problem. Generally, if the unit is eight years old or younger, repair is a good option. For minor issues like a bad seal or a simple jam, a repair can be inexpensive, sometimes under $10. However, if the motor is broken (a repair that can cost $150 or more) or the unit is getting old, it's often more cost-effective to replace the entire disposal.</p></div>

Q: What are the negatives of a garbage disposal?

• <div><p>The two main negatives of garbage disposals are they are a safety hazard in homes with children, and they frequently encounter blockage issues. While they might be annoying to fix and monitor, garbage disposals can significantly lower your trash use and are a great way to dispose of organic waste. While there are negatives, the vast majority of homeowners acknowledge the positives are enough to install a disposal in their home. </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>

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Last update on April 19, 2025

Reviewed in April 2025
Corey and his crew were very efficient and pleasant. Nice job on the shingles and helping me find someone to do the chimneys. Everything is clean like they were never there. Thank you for a job well done.
Leneva Home Improvement
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Reviewed in August 2024
Good job done in a timely fashion. Would hire them again They washed the outside of my home.
JJs Construction
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Reviewed in June 2024
Nickel called my by video phone to review the job and all instructions. When they were done he called me again on video phone and walked through the two houses he cleaned. It was sparkling clean. He showed me they did everything I asked. I will hire them again for sure. Great job Prisni...
Prisni Cleaning
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Reviewed in October 2023
Very thorough, environmentally safe. Lewis takes great pride in his work and goes the extra mile.
ME 2 YOU CONTRACTING
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Reviewed in September 2023
We had our metal roof installed only 3 years ago and it started leaking last year. Apparently they never installed ice stops and the ice pushed our vents and caused leaks through our stove vent. (This caused mold which meant we had to renovate our entire kitchen. That cost $18,000!) We did our...
BURKE'S MASONRY & ROOFING
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Reviewed in May 2023
Very nice job at a good price. Cut my grass, weed wacked, and used a leaf blower to clean off the walkways and driveway when done. Highly recommended.
Top of the Hill Outside Services
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Reviewed in December 2022
Had the driveway repaved this past August. They did a great job at a fair price and addressed my drainage concerns properly.
Martin Asphalt Paving Service
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Reviewed in February 2022
They handled the project very quickly and cleaned everything nicely after they were done.
NORTHEAST TREE INC
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Reviewed in May 2021
They did a great job on our roof. Very prompt and professional. More importantly for me was the cleanup. Having a multi dog house plus horses that graze around our house, the cleanup job they did was outstanding! We were greatly surprised by the outstanding quality job that they did. I would...
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Reviewed in June 2014
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Tejada's Remodeling Inc

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Serving Fayette, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Warranties offered

"José arrived and immediately got to repair my counter had scratches and nicks. Work was very satisfactory and cleanup was not my problem! They left everything super clean, I’d hire them to reseal my granite counter!"

Response time1 day

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Galouchs waste

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Serving Fayette, ME and surrounding areas

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I am a small dependable reasonable waste removal company been in the business since 2017

Serving Fayette, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Small jobs welcome

"Awesome! Came, moved my boxes upstairs and moved boxes downstairs! Great experience"

Response time7 hrs

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Serving Fayette, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

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"I've been using the Dump Guy since he first started out years ago. Always prompt, friendly and knowledgeable. The prices also can't be beat! They've done trash removal, bulky furniture, house clean out, in ground pool dismantle, etc.. We never hire anyone else!"

Response time1 day

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Recommended by99%of homeowners

Serving Fayette, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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"Kerry is awesome! She and her assistant were immediately available and arrived on time. The project was removed quickly and effectively. The cost was half of another estimate. Kerry even contacted me later to warm me that there might be some broken glass and she didn’t want me to be hurt. If you have a small or medium size project, your DEBRIS will BE GONE in no time."

Response time5 hrs

Response rate94%

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CLEAN SWEEP JUNK REMOVAL LLC

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Serving Fayette, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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Small jobs welcome

"I had a large pile of junk in my garage accumulated over the years and needed it gone quickly. This company fit me in and took care of the pile with ease, thank you!"

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Smooth Sailing Moving

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Serving Fayette, ME and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

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"The unloading process went well. The movers arrived on time and worked quickly to unload our large moving truck. Would hire again."

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers

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Serving Fayette, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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"They were great. Very friendly, and helped us pack all the loose ends we didn't fit into boxes and brought wardrobe boxes for hanging items. Wrapped all larger items with moving blankets and helped disassemble and reassemble items that were large or awkward. Thanks"

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Black Majic Sealcoating

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Serving Fayette, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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Emergency services offered

"I had a Groupon for 1000 sq. ft. of driveway sealing. I have about 2000 sq. ft. I bought the Groupon and called, and I was told it would be another $170, so I wanted to set the appointment. It actually took a year to get done, as he had too many Groupon customers and was giving scheduling preference to his existing client base. Once we had the appointment, they arrived on time, could not have been more pleasant, did a great job, and left the area spotless.
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Cutting Edge Tree and Landscaping

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Serving Fayette, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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"I will use him again."

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

Garbage disposals are durable appliances that usually last at least eight years as long as you clean and maintain them. It’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.

Continuous feed garbage disposals are the favorite model for many homeowners for a reason. As opposed to batch feed models, add food scraps to the drain whenever the disposal is running. This variety is also typically less expensive, more convenient, and easier to clean.

Whether it's worth repairing your garbage disposal depends on its age and the specific problem. Generally, if the unit is eight years old or younger, repair is a good option. For minor issues like a bad seal or a simple jam, a repair can be inexpensive, sometimes under $10. However, if the motor is broken (a repair that can cost $150 or more) or the unit is getting old, it's often more cost-effective to replace the entire disposal.

The two main negatives of garbage disposals are they are a safety hazard in homes with children, and they frequently encounter blockage issues. While they might be annoying to fix and monitor, garbage disposals can significantly lower your trash use and are a great way to dispose of organic waste. While there are negatives, the vast majority of homeowners acknowledge the positives are enough to install a disposal in their home.

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.

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