Is it worth it to fix a garbage disposal?

• <div><p>Generally speaking, it’s absolutely worth it to repair a garbage disposal, so long as it’s eight years old or younger. Once you pass that eight-year threshold, it depends on the issue. If it’s a simple jam and the core components remain unaffected, call a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/plumbers/">local plumber</a> for a quick repair. If it seems like the motor is wearing down, spring for a replacement unit. </p></div>

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Reviewed in January 2025
Very professional and quality work. I was in contact with them and in a few hours they were here to diagnose and fix my garbage door opener. I dont think I could have found anyone better to work with. I strongly recommend.
Apex Garage Gates and Electrical
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Reviewed in May 2014
1. Came down the driveway to the house and said he had some leftover asphalt could he dump it in our driveway. Husband said sure. They got a truck half full and dumped it in drive. Than said they had a couple of tandems full but would have to come back next day. They did smooth it and roll it...
Pave-Co Paving
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Reviewed in August 2012
The fence was beautifully done and was beautifully level at the top. However, due to irregularities in my lawn, there were intermittent gaps, about 6 inches in some places, between the fence and the ground. There were unacceptable because I have small dogs that cound get underneath the fence...
Forsythe Fence Co LLP
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Reviewed in September 2010
The work was never finished although Beach Painting was paid the 50% balance due on the $6,500 total for the job upon receipt of the invoice. This was my error but shows good faith on my behalf. They left electric cover plates and light switch covers off with wires exposed/hanging, they did...
Beach Painting Contractors
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Reviewed in October 2009
I called on Tuesday and scheduled a Wednesday cleaning for 10:00 a.m. The person on the phone promptly scheduled 2 workers. On Wednesday, one worker called and could not find the house because she had been given wrong house number, but still showed up a few minutes before 10:00. This worker...
A Clean Sweep LLC
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Reviewed in August 2009
Very good cleaners but no consideration of property. I have utilized their services weekly for the past several months and began to notice items missing from the house. DO NOT MISS-UNDERSTAND ME, THEY DO NOT STEAL! However, when I looked in the bags of trash they had put in our outside can I...
Brazil Cleaners
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Generally speaking, it’s absolutely worth it to repair a garbage disposal, so long as it’s eight years old or younger. Once you pass that eight-year threshold, it depends on the issue. If it’s a simple jam and the core components remain unaffected, call a local plumber for a quick repair. If it seems like the motor is wearing down, spring for a replacement unit.

Garbage disposals can be considered bad for the environment due to their electricity usage, but good for the environment because they reduce the food waste sent to landfills. If everyone used a garbage disposal, it would tax the wastewater treatment facilities in that region, but if we had to choose one of the options, we’d say they are a net positive on the environment when used correctly.

It’s one thing that helps, alongside vinegar and baking soda. Ice acts as an exfoliant, helping to lift off any bits of food stuck on the disposal blades.

Regular maintenance, such as not disposing of grease or coffee grounds down the sink and routine use of strainers, can prevent clogs.

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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