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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: Are garbage disposals bad for the environment?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;d say they are a net positive on the environment when used correctly. </p></div>

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: Is a garbage disposal worth it?

• <div><p>If you cook a lot or have a larger household, a garbage disposal can be worth it, since it streamlines your kitchen duties and helps to keep food waste out of landfills. It helps to know the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-garbage-disposal.htm">cost of garbage disposal installation</a> before you make your decision. The average price is about <b>$400</b>,<b> </b>but you can expect to pay more for higher-end models or if you hire a pro to do the job for you.</p></div>

Q: Why does my garbage disposal have power but won’t spin?

• <div><p>If your garbage disposal powers up and you can hear it hum, but the arms inside aren&rsquo;t moving, the problem might be a stubborn clog, a build-up of grease, or a jam of the impeller plate. To troubleshoot these, ensure your unit is off and disconnected from its power source before checking inside the drain or attempting to manually rotate the impeller arms or plate from the underside of the unit. A hex wrench can help.</p></div>

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Last update on November 19, 2025

Reviewed in May 2025
L Collins Plumbing made our toilet replacement completely hassle-free, and we're thrilled with the result! He communicated clearly, worked with impressive efficiency, and the quality of the work is excellent. We especially appreciated that there was zero mess for us to clean up afterwards ? he...
L Collins Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in December 2023
Replaced the deck posts. Mathis was knowledgeable and priced competitively. Mathis arrived when promised and completed the project in a timely manner. Mathis discovered a flaw in the deck design and repaired at no additional cost. Recommend for all home repair projects.
MATHIS HOME IMPROVEMENTS INC
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Reviewed in July 2023
They were amazing! Prompt, quick repair and super nice. Project cost was fantastic as well. We’ve got our go-to electrical contractor!
Cardinal Electric & Communications Inc
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Reviewed in December 2021
We had 2 leaky roofs on 2 different houses. One around a stone chimney and the other around sky lights. Attempts at repair in the past had been unsuccessful with leaks recurring after the repairs were completed. Elite roofing assessed the problems quickly and convinced me they had the ability...
Elite Roof and Solar
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Reviewed in December 2021
Sam did a fine job diagnosing need for new garbage disposal and completing the job.
Summit Services Group LLC
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Reviewed in September 2017
Repairs were performed to my complete satisfaction. The only reason I rated the price at "Good" is because plumbing repairs are expensive. Unless you know a plumber or are able to find a retired one that does jobs on the side there is no such thing as an "inexpensive plumber". IMHO this applies...
Dease Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in April 2017
Good repair
Sink Plumbing & Electric Co
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Reviewed in October 2015
this provider had done several items for me as stated above. Started out with just two items to test out the service. Jenny and her team did a great job, quick service and explained everything that she need to do to accomplish the task. She has been back two additional times and I am in the...
Timesavers Home Improvement
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Reviewed in February 2015
Dan contacted us immediately when we put the request in for service to replace our garbage disposal. He came out the next day and tried to salvage the old one so we didn't have to pay for a new one, unfortunately that was not possible (not his fault), but it was great that he was looking out...
The Woodlands Home-Pro
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Reviewed in June 2014
Oscar really impressed me the first time I called Excellence Plumbing a couple of years ago after our visiting family accidentally sent broken glass through the garbage disposal. Oscar advised me over the phone how to clear it out and saved me $$ from having them come out! Who does that?! I...
EXCELLENCE PLUMBING, LLC
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