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’re not foolproof. There are several <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-not-put-down-garbage-disposal.htm">items you shouldn’t put in your garbage disposal</a>, 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.</p></div>

How long do garbage disposals last?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/garbage-disposal-last.htm">Garbage disposals last</a> an average of about 10 years, so it may be time for a new model if it's getting up there in age. Other signs that it's time to bring in a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/install-garbage-disposal/">local garbage disposal pro</a> include:</p><ul><li><p>Leaks under your disposal</p></li><li><p>Persistent clogs</p></li><li><p>Lingering odors</p></li><li><p>Lack of power</p></li><li><p>Unexplained noises</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Do you need a garbage disposal for a dishwasher?

• <div><p>Many homeowners wonder<a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/garbage-disposal-necessary-dishwasher.htm"> if a garbage disposal is necessary with a dishwasher</a>. After all, many dishwashers are powerful enough to handle bits of food with no issues. </p><p>Still, your dishwasher should not act as a replacement for a disposal. Subjecting your dishwasher to continuous leftovers could lead to major clogs. If you don’t want a garbage disposal in your kitchen, simply scrape away any extra food into your trash can or compost pile.</p></div>

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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>

Q: Can I DIY garbage disposal installation?

• <div><p>You may be able to install a garbage disposal on your own, especially if you're handy or have some experience with plumbing. However, if you have any concerns or want to make absolutely sure that the connections are installed correctly, you may be better off hiring a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/install-garbage-disposal/">local garbage disposal installer</a> to do the job. </p></div>

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Last update on October 27, 2025

Reviewed in December 2021
Responded within 5 minutes of my request to HomeAdvisor. Came immediately to my home to look and give me a quote to remove a tree. They returned the next morning and did the job in less than 3 hours. I am very happy with the results.
Snow Chasers, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2019
Tom lead the FPLC team, everyone was very professional, and the work went exceedingly well. They removed two very large trees within about 5 hours, including a few special requests. They were excellent and we will certainly hire them again.
Forbearance Power Line Construction LLC
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Reviewed in May 2018
They worked very hard to remove a tree that was very high up and on my neighbors property. They did this job with ease. I was most impressed on how well they cleaned up after the job was complete. I would definitely hire them again. Great work and great price!
Elmore Enterprises, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2017
Clean up after the tree removal was excellent also.
Dennison's Tree Removal
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Reviewed in May 2015
The four workers arrived on time and quickly went to work removing clutter and debris from basement and two car garage. They were courteous and polite. They also checked with us on items they thought we might want to keep. They did a thorough clean-out of both areas in a very short time. They...
EXPERT CLUTTER REMOVAL SERVICE
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Reviewed in October 2014
The room looks immaculate. The transition from wood to plaster is clean and looks very professional. Gikas has very competitive prices (always significantly under the other estimates that we receive) and the work is done very professionally. I have and would hired them for other work. We also...
Gikas Painting, Roofing and Restoration
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Reviewed in September 2013
Dustin and Cheryl Ann do a terrific job. They arrived as scheduled and worked throughout the day, first removing and chipping the branches then cutting the trunks into manageable sized pieces. Dustin has a bucket lift that raises him up to the level he wants, then he cuts off branches that...
Windswept Tree Service
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Reviewed in September 2013
I gave them a good review last year and I have been meaning to remove that review and give them a bad review because they ripped me off and I didn't realize it at the time. They had scammed me. They convinced me and that it was in my best interest to change the pump that runs my sprinkler system...
Dal's Sprinkler & Landscaping
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Reviewed in December 2012
Everything went great. Any time I pointed out small concerns they were addressed IMMEDIATELY. Only points I would like to make which would have made it Perfect is: Cleanup could have been a bit more detailed after the carpentry work. But it is minor. In addition. There was a bunch of...
Black Rock Roofing
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Reviewed in June 2009
The initial impression of the company had been a good one, as they seemed eager to begin work and returned our call quickly. Things began to go awry when they decided to drop by to survey the property to give us an estimate on a moment's notice at 7:30 on a Thursday night when we weren't...
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We specialize in Property Maintenance, Lawn and Garden service, hedge and bush trimming, clean outs and hauling. 607-742-0656 Serving the southern tier.

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"Horrible experience! They showed up 2 hours late and I only found out by me calling them. They damaged alot my furniture and floors and the owner Jeff has not done anything since I emailed and called and texted him the pictures of the damage. DO NOT HIRE THEM! "

Pamela C on October 2025

"Horrible experience! They showed up 2 hours late and I only found out by me calling them. They damaged alot my furniture and floors and the owner Jeff has not done anything since I emailed and called and texted him the pictures of the damage. DO NOT HIRE THEM! "

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4542 Clark Rd

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4542 Clark Rd

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Property Maintenance -Lawn care -lawn mowing -weed eating -mulching -landscaping -Excavating -drain tile/French drain -ditch Maintenance -Material delivery (haul up to 4 ton at a time ) -stone -top soil -mulch Owned and Operated Feel free to ask any questions

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8855 PA-405

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With over 20 years experience, Elite Excavating Services can help you with any job. We specialize in new home foundation/footers, site grading and trenching, storm water run off, water/sewer installation and repairs, triaxle hauling, septic system install/repairs, right of way and land clearing, and landscape/hardscape design.

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695 Atlantic Ave

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Oil Storage Tank Removal & Installation Specialist's "We can dig it, drill it, or move it!" Piedmont Equipment INC has over 40 years experience in Oil Tank & Pump removal and installation in Rochester, NY, Monroe County and New York State. We are licensed, bonded & insured in New York State and the City of Rochester. We are a registered NYS DEC Waste Transporter with a valid NYS Waste Transportation PART 364 permit. Offering both Commercial and Residential Services Additional Services offered: Heating oil storage tanks services: above/ underground petroleum tanks, Environmental Evaluation & Spill Remediation, Excavation Services & clean up, Spill Cleanups, Soil Testing, Boiler Demolition, Special Equipment Contracting, Natural Disaster Cleanup, Drilling, Crash truck Rental's, Road Plate services and Rental's, Trucking: hauling of material, delivery or equipment transportation, DEC waste transportation

Hardick Enterprises, LLC

4255 DeCamp Rd

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Hardick Enterprises, LLC

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Hardick Enterprises, LLC Operates as a Full Service General Contracting Firm with complete in house service that does not subcontract out any part of the job. We bill our clients on a per project basis with promotional discounts for return service work & new customer referrals.

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Garbage Removal 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.

Garbage disposals last an average of about 10 years, so it may be time for a new model if it's getting up there in age. Other signs that it's time to bring in a local garbage disposal pro include:

Leaks under your disposal
Persistent clogs
Lingering odors
Lack of power
Unexplained noises

If your garbage disposal powers up and you can hear it hum, but the arms inside aren’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.

You may be able to install a garbage disposal on your own, especially if you're handy or have some experience with plumbing. However, if you have any concerns or want to make absolutely sure that the connections are installed correctly, you may be better off hiring a local garbage disposal installer to do the job.

Many homeowners wonder if a garbage disposal is necessary with a dishwasher. After all, many dishwashers are powerful enough to handle bits of food with no issues.

Still, your dishwasher should not act as a replacement for a disposal. Subjecting your dishwasher to continuous leftovers could lead to major clogs. If you don’t want a garbage disposal in your kitchen, simply scrape away any extra food into your trash can or compost pile.

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