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>

Do garbage disposals unscrew?

• <div><p>These appliances do unscrew, but you need to disconnect everything properly <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/garbage-disposal-repair-and-replacement.htm">when you replace your garbage disposal</a>. Make sure you shut the power off to the area first and check that it’s off with a voltage detector. Disconnect the main drain line and P-trap, and then disconnect the dishwasher drain line if you have one connected. You can then unscrew your garbage disposal using a disposal wrench. Just make sure you disconnect the electrical lines before removing your appliance.</p></div>

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>

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Reviewed in May 2025
I hired Andy and his team for a number of different projects over the years-including interior painting, wall repair, wall papering; also, repairing and re-shingling a storm damaged garage roof as well as numerous smaller jobs, installing lights, outlets, garbage disposal, etc. They can do it...
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Reviewed in September 2024
It went great. They exceeded my expectations in the work and the time it took to do it. Although they primarily specialize in tree removal they did a great job removing brush and the stuff in the brush.
DPH Tree Services LLC
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Reviewed in September 2023
My driveway is really long and there is an area between the house and pole barn that is paved. We haven't done anything to maintain it for over ten years. Rosas was hired to sealcoat. They had to fill a couple areas with asphalt, patch and edge before they could seal. It looks so good! I asked...
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Reviewed in February 2021
Very Bad! They left shingles and garbage all over the yard. The put a hole in my septic tank cover and left it. They never pulled any permits. My addition is 3 inches lower than the rest of my house. I could go on for hours
B. M. I.
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Reviewed in September 2016
Excellent job. We had a large tree that needed to be removed quickly as it posed a danger. Precision Tree Care was able to get it done quickly and professionally.
Precision Tree Care
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Reviewed in September 2013
It went great. Joe is punctual and professional. He has a great attitude and works quickly and efficiently. I have used him before for a garbage disposal install and the fixing of another toilet. I'm so glad to finally find someone who is dependable (appropriate business name) and...
Dependable Plumbing Services, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2013
Republic has always reliably picked up my garbage. However, the price creeps up year after year and requires checking and comparing with competitors. Republic has always cheerfully matched competitors quotes.
REPUBLIC WASTE SVC
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Reviewed in February 2013
I inquired about getting wiring and a switch installed for a garbage disposal. Same day Brad came out to give me an estimate. We discovered we had an outlet underneath the sink and there was nothing he could perform. He was very polite and helpful on what I would need to get the project done (he...
Webster Electric, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2013
My garbage disposal had stopped working. I called Great Lakes Plumbing and they set up a time to come out the next day. I received a quote to replace the garbage disposal with a similiar model. The service person called the next day and said he could come a half hour early which worked good...
Great Lakes Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in September 2012
Not good at all. This company did not complete the work. Left a complete mess on my property. Everything I hired them to do was not completed. Unfortunately they were paid in full and I never did a walk thru. The owner was so convincing that all the work was done and stupid me I believed him. I...
MARK GUTHRIE RESIDENTIAL BLDR
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