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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: 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: 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: 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: Will my garbage disposal impact my septic tank?

• <div><p>Your garbage disposal will only affect the health of your septic tank if you&rsquo;re using it too frequently, or filling it with organic waste that doesn&rsquo;t fully break down. If the tank fills up with too many solids, the bacteria won&rsquo;t have enough time to consume it before more is added, which can lead to an overflow in the drain field. Your tank will need to be pumped more frequently with excessive or improper garbage disposal use. </p></div>

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Last update on November 28, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
I used Giordano's on Friday 11/28/25. My snow pusher wasn't working and needed snow removal quick! Called Frank and he came out within the half hour. Did a great job, very professional and will use them again.
Giordano's Excavation
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Reviewed in October 2025
II called around and was looking for someone to remove some trees that were hanging over the house. Yes, the prices from other companies was quite surprising. Some were insured and others. Weren'thank God I found t&c Tree removal, they were not only insured but the crew from the owner to...
T&C Tree Care LLC
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Reviewed in June 2025
I hired The Guys Construction Company to remodel my bathroom, but they failed to provide the proper services and repairs, which ended up costing me thousands of dollars to fix. On December 18, 2024, the owner, Adam Berti, accidentally dropped a hammer in the new tub they had installed and only...
The Guys Construction Company
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Reviewed in June 2025
They came in and removed the old tub and surround and installed a beautiful walk in shower. They did it in one day and did a wonderful job. Left no garbage behind and left things cleaner than they found them. I would recommend them to anyone. I will definitely use them again.
Robinson's Premier Interiors
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Reviewed in June 2023
Elijah went above and beyond. He responded quickly and did a high quality job. He gave us different options on how he could remove the tree. I highly recommend his tree removal service.
Elijah's Woodcraft
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Reviewed in April 2022
Brian has done wildlife removal multiple times over a few years. This year I had 2 incidents of squirrels chewing holes and entering the attic area. As in previous times, Brian responded promptly, accessed the problem and immediately acted to remove the squirrels. He followed up several times to...
Wildlife Damage Control
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Reviewed in July 2020
The Stump Thumper, LLC crew is very pleasant to deal with and answer emails or phone calls promptly. As I was out-of-town, they let me know how the job was progressing. They were very efficient at taking my three 70-80 foot pine trees down and hauling them away. I will definitely contact them...
Stump Thumper, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2017
We placed our order, waited less than the estimated time, and received a phone call one morning asking if we'd be home that day. The old windows were removed, the new window installed, and the garage was left cleaner than when they started. The work was completed in less than four hours. We are...
Springville Door & Window Inc
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Reviewed in November 2016
In February of 2014, we noticed interior water staining on the ceiling above our fireplace. We contacted Hal McWilliams who told us the water was condensation from our chimney. However, we do not have a chimney. The home's gas fireplace is vented to the side of the house. Then we noticed...
Hometeck Roofing And Remodeling
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Reviewed in August 2015
First off let me say these guys are great. <br /> I have a lake cottage with a well. Over this winter my pump and very old and bad water filtration system were destroyed via freezing, age and me not knowing all of the steps to shut them down. <br /> North East water came out, gave me a...
Northeast Water Systems, Llc
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We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion we work with you until the job is done. We thrive to take care of all of our clients unique needs. We are ethical, honest and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you\n \nOur company strives to take care of all of our clients unique needs. We are very detailed and meticulous in our work. We offer free estimates and reasonable prices. \n\nCall us today you'll be relieved you did. Thank you

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SMH Excavation & Property Maintenance

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SMH Excavation & Property Maintenance is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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"It went great. They were careful with our things, moved quickly, and even came in slightly under budget. They arranged the storage unit efficiently."

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In business since 1995

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Emergency services offered

"Electrical consultation and repairs. My house has some crazy electrical stuff. Gypsy Garage helped me to understand what was going on and what to do. They repaired some of the issues I had. Great communication. Great service. Knowledgeable. Highly recommend."

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Serving Delevan, NY 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."

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Martinez Land Clearing, LLC

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In business since 2025

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"From now on my go to for any work I need done. Highly recommend for any out side work great price and finished fast."

Response time11 hrs

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"Ron and his team did an excellent job moving my entire house. I would highly recommend them to anyone! Clean, quick and great prices."

Response time4 hrs

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"Very well I was pleased with the finished job of my front and back porch and the roof put on my back shed.James spent a lot of time preping and sanding the porches.I was very pleased overall"

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Garbage Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

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.

Your garbage disposal will only affect the health of your septic tank if you’re using it too frequently, or filling it with organic waste that doesn’t fully break down. If the tank fills up with too many solids, the bacteria won’t have enough time to consume it before more is added, which can lead to an overflow in the drain field. Your tank will need to be pumped more frequently with excessive or improper garbage disposal use.

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