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Q: 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&rsquo;re not foolproof. There are several <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-not-put-down-garbage-disposal.htm">items you shouldn&rsquo;t put in your garbage disposal</a>, according to manufacturers and technicians. Don&rsquo;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>

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>

Q: Do you need a garbage disposal for a dishwasher?

• <div><p>No, you do not need a garbage disposal to have a dishwasher. A dishwasher will work without one, and while it's rare to see a home with a dishwasher that doesn't have a disposal, it is possible. The two appliances pair well and are often installed together because a disposal simplifies meal cleanup.</p><p>However, your dishwasher should not be used as a replacement for a garbage disposal. Subjecting it to continuous food leftovers can lead to major clogs. If you choose not to install a garbage disposal, you should thoroughly rinse your plates or scrape excess food into the trash or a compost pile before loading them into the dishwasher to prevent plumbing issues.</p></div>

Q: What would cause a garbage disposal to stop working?

• <div><p>There are many maintenance and repair issues that lead to a malfunctioning garbage disposal. Regular clogs place wear and tear on the motors, leading to an eventual shutdown. Electrical issues at the breaker, wall outlet, or disposal itself can fry the unit. The most common cause is simply a worn-down motor. These motors can only handle so much use before powering down for good. </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>

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They removed transite slate siding on my house. They did a splendid job with the utmost class
Asbestrol, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2025
Garrett at GZ Tree Care expertly cut down 8 ash trees for us near the house. He was able to drop the trees into narrow spots with impressive precision. He works safely, efficiently, and carefully. He really knows his craft!
GZ Tree Care
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Reviewed in June 2024
Im very please with the finish job on my kitchen Prep was done very good, no over spray ad very clean work space. Finish product was outstanding. Very happy with the finish product, definitly will hire again for more projects in the future!
SC Builders Construction LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
I bought my home and right away the cast iron tub started delaminating and mold started showing up. An electrical junction box was on the side and they had used flex tubing for connecting the tub to the waste water drain. Who does that? Mad City came in, removed the old tub and tile walls....
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in August 2023
It was a good job; they did a really good job, like detailing everything and making sure that the bathroom was very clean, and it was like walking into a brand new space.
M&S Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in August 2023
Very ggod, patient, honored my request, and very efficient
MYA Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Good service. They came the next day within the time frame I was given. Had what was needed to get the job done quickly.
Kath Overhead Door, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Met with Devin for an appraisal and estimate ref replacement of our 14 year old roof. We also asked three other companies, two had higher bids and one no response. The higher bids gave us nothing more than what Central offered. They required no money down, quite surprising in todays world....
Central Homes Roofing
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Reviewed in October 2021
They did a fantastic job washing my camper. I would highly recommend them. I will definitely be using them again!
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Reviewed in October 2021
they did a good ,quick tree removal job
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Sebastian's Custom Services

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Serving Austin, MN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

"Sebastian was wonderful! Great customer service and super efficient… 10/10 would recommend and will use him again for any needs in the future! Personable and reliable, punctual too! Note: he hauled an old refrigerator for us"

Response time3 days

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"I would highly recommend this guy for any service updates needed to be done inside or outside projects! He is very smart & a hard worker. Does not leave any job undone & if there’s a mistake that happens, he will not quit till it’s done right. He is very kind and friendly and makes the updating experience so much more enjoyable & easier to get through. And he’s very trustworthy, so you can always depend on him! Anyone who hires him on for any project, I promise you I have no doubt, they will be very happy & satisfied with his work & the outcome of whatever project they need done!"

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Mac's Contracting

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Serving Austin, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!\n

Response time3 hrs

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Nelson Handyman service's LLC

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Serving Austin, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

"I needed my house power washed.. They were efficient and thorough. Did a very good job."

+23

Response time1 day

Serving Austin, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"D & D services did an excellent job cleaning my gutters and he did it below the cost he had quoted because he said that that the gutters were not bad as he anticipated! I also am having him do some repair on a downspout and some small jobs that need to be done that I cannot do. I would highly recommend D and D services for gutter cleaning and other odd jobs around the house. He's quick , reliable, and honest."

Response time2 days

Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers

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Serving Austin, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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"Miller and his colleagues were able to do a lot of things quickly. Along with everything else, they also grabbed some old furniture that I needed help moving to the curb. They took several cares to make sure nothing was damaged during the move, including wrapping the furniture, turning off all the lights, and packaging the picture frames."

Recommended by88%of homeowners

Serving Austin, MN and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

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The #1 junk removal services in the area. we services both residential and commercial. the are not afraid to get our hands dirty . we have a supporting crew that pick up every job on time with a top notch customer service. Book us now for your next job and see what the hype is all about. we are available 24/7 All Seasons

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JACOBSON'S MOVING & STORAGE LLC- North American

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Serving Austin, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1950

Free estimates

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Moving & Storages

Recommended by66%of homeowners

Serving Austin, MN and surrounding areas

Free estimates

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"It went well, very prompt and reasonable on pricing."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Austin, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"they were a little late arriving due to an accident BUT they did call to explain what happened, so move was not completed until 11pm at night. Otherwise, they were a great group of guys to work with. I referred them to my niece and she used them twice."

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

These appliances certainly increase the number of things allowed down the drain, but they’re not foolproof. There are several items you shouldn’t put in your garbage disposal, 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.

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’t access the disposal safely, call a garbage disposal repair pro.

No, you do not need a garbage disposal to have a dishwasher. A dishwasher will work without one, and while it's rare to see a home with a dishwasher that doesn't have a disposal, it is possible. The two appliances pair well and are often installed together because a disposal simplifies meal cleanup.

However, your dishwasher should not be used as a replacement for a garbage disposal. Subjecting it to continuous food leftovers can lead to major clogs. If you choose not to install a garbage disposal, you should thoroughly rinse your plates or scrape excess food into the trash or a compost pile before loading them into the dishwasher to prevent plumbing issues.

There are many maintenance and repair issues that lead to a malfunctioning garbage disposal. Regular clogs place wear and tear on the motors, leading to an eventual shutdown. Electrical issues at the breaker, wall outlet, or disposal itself can fry the unit. The most common cause is simply a worn-down motor. These motors can only handle so much use before powering down for good.

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.

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