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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: 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: How long do garbage disposals last and when should they be replaced?

• <div><p>On average, a garbage disposal can last anywhere from 7 to 12 years, with many models functioning well for about 10 years. With heavy usage, a motor may last a minimum of five years, while grinding plates will wear down over time. It's generally a good idea to consider a replacement if your unit is approaching the 10-year mark. Other signs that it's time for a new disposal include frequent leaks, persistent clogs, lingering odors, lack of power, or unusual noises. If your unit is not that old, it's worth investigating if a less expensive part, like a rubber seal or a loose hose, is causing the issue.</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: Will any size garbage disposal fit my sink?

• <div><p>While the drain connection for a garbage disposal is nearly universal and fits standard sink drain holes of 3 1/2 to 4 inches, the size of the disposal unit itself is not. You must have enough space in the cabinet underneath your sink to accommodate the disposal's housing. A larger model may not fit in a compact cabinet or if the existing plumbing is arranged in an unusual way. Before buying a new garbage disposal, measure the available space under your sink. If you are replacing an old unit, it's often easiest to choose a new model of a similar size.</p></div>

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Last update on September 10, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
Great. Gutters are spotless, mess cleaned up.
Richard S. Young Window Cleaning Service Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2025
Efficient. Thorough. Cleaned up after himself. Respectful.
Buffalo Kwik Dry Total Cleaning
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Reviewed in March 2024
Everything has gone great, use them year after year for lawn cutting, yard cleanup etc. Have also used them for some stone work after I had an inground pool put in and it looked great! Great owner who is not afraid of hard work with a solid crew. All.around good company
Joey K's Plowing & Landscaping
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Reviewed in May 2022
The job they did was amazing.Everything was extremely clean and you can tell they care.The cleaning guys were so kind and explained everything.They were fast, efficient and made you feel great about the service you were getting. Highly worth the price and would easily get again. Thanks for the...
Safe House
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Reviewed in October 2021
L&H did a good job. Everything was finished in a timely manner and was done in a professional manner. They cleaned up after themselves the job estimate was a fair price.
L&H Tree Service, Excavation & Construction
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Reviewed in November 2020
Elis service comes for by for weekly garbage pick. I was very impressed with his service, because the other service I used would wake me up at 2am, but he came at a decent hour and he put my garbage bins back by my garage after they were emptied! I will be recommending him to all my friends and...
All-Out Disposal
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Reviewed in April 2017
I hired Tuscarora Roofing to install a new roof on my Daughters house along with a bathroom vent. Tuscarora never entered the house to see where the bathroom actually was. The vent was installed improperly. The fan actually sits higher than the vent on the roof. I have a contractor now doing a...
Tuscarora Roofing and Siding Co., Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2015
fantastic! Everything is perfect all garbage was hauled away. A very pleasant experience. <br />
SCHAFFER & SONS CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in July 2014
one word to describe Andy and all of his workers is professional. when they say they will start working at 7 they get there at 6:30 so they start working at seven. They show you all the material before they put it up to show you that it is what is in your contract They put up tarps all around...
Expert Contracting Inc
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Reviewed in April 2014
I was extremely impressed with the quick response time and courteousness of the men who came to do the work. They were very professional and hard working, and even took time to rake up and haul away the leaves that had collected under the hot tub. The whole job was done swiftly and to my...
1-800 Got Junk
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Skidmores Land Care

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Serving Irving, NY and surrounding areas

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Veteran owned busniess. Been in business for a couple years. Accredited with the BBB and ready to help those in need.

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Serving Irving, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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"They’ve done excellent work in the past. As of 8/5/2020 they aren’t answering their phone or returning calls."

Recommended by95%of homeowners

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers

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Serving Irving, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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"They were very communicative, arrived on time, wrapped all our large furniture very carefully and everything arrived without a scratch. It was a great experience with Moving APT."

Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Chautauqua Removal Services

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Serving Irving, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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Emergency services offered

"They did an awesome job. I highly recommend them to everybody. They were responsive, on time, and they answered all my questions. They were very on point. They were excellent. They have an excellent communication skills."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Irving, NY and surrounding areas

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"Always showed up on time, explained the details of what he would be doing. All work look real nice when it was finished. Seemed to be done pretty timely Overall I'd definitely hire them again"

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Wolfgang Estate & Junk Experts

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Serving Irving, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

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A&D services

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Serving Irving, NY and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

At A&D Services, we’re committed to providing dependable, high-quality work with honest communication from start to finish. We take pride in treating every project as if it were our own, delivering reliable service, attention to detail, and results that last. Whether you need property maintenance, landscaping, excavation, junk removal, hauling, or general outdoor services, you can count on us to get the job done right. Customer satisfaction is our top priority, and we stand behind our work every step of the way. Contact A&D Services today for dependable service you can trust.\n\n* Excavation\n* Landscaping\n* Gravel driveways\n* Brush hogging\n* Stump removal\n* Snow plowing\n* Junk removal\n* Drainage work\n And more !

Serving Irving, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

"The work was good, They were professional and courteous, and I enjoyed working with them."

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DnM Solutions for Everything

New to Angi

Serving Irving, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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We have over 20 years combined experience with all around construction. Not limited to interior & exterior painting and remodeling, all aspects of landscaping, small roofs, driveway seeling, all flooring, pressure washing and general maintenance.

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

On average, a garbage disposal can last anywhere from 7 to 12 years, with many models functioning well for about 10 years. With heavy usage, a motor may last a minimum of five years, while grinding plates will wear down over time. It's generally a good idea to consider a replacement if your unit is approaching the 10-year mark. Other signs that it's time for a new disposal include frequent leaks, persistent clogs, lingering odors, lack of power, or unusual noises. If your unit is not that old, it's worth investigating if a less expensive part, like a rubber seal or a loose hose, is causing the issue.

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.

While the drain connection for a garbage disposal is nearly universal and fits standard sink drain holes of 3 1/2 to 4 inches, the size of the disposal unit itself is not. You must have enough space in the cabinet underneath your sink to accommodate the disposal's housing. A larger model may not fit in a compact cabinet or if the existing plumbing is arranged in an unusual way. Before buying a new garbage disposal, measure the available space under your sink. If you are replacing an old unit, it's often easiest to choose a new model of a similar size.

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