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Q: Do garbage disposals unscrew?

• <div><p>These appliances do unscrew, but you need to disconnect everything properly <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/garbage-disposal-repair-and-replacement.htm">when you replace your garbage disposal</a>. Make sure you shut the power off to the area first and check that it&rsquo;s off with a voltage detector. Disconnect the main drain line and P-trap, and then disconnect the dishwasher drain line if you have one connected. You can then unscrew your garbage disposal using a disposal wrench. Just make sure you disconnect the electrical lines before removing your appliance.</p></div>

Q: Is fixing a leaking garbage disposal worth it?

• <div><p>If the cost of repairing a leaking garbage disposal is close to the cost of replacing the disposal, then fixing the unit might not make sense. When deciding if you should <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/garbage-disposal-repair-and-replacement.htm">repair or replace your garbage disposal</a>, consider the age of your garbage disposal, the cost of the repair, and whether your garbage disposal has had other problems recently to help you decide if the cost of repairing the leak is better than the cost of replacing the disposal.</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: 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 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 November 21, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
Job was completed to our satisfaction, would recommend Drains Pro to any and all.
Drain Pro's
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Reviewed in September 2024
They are a very professional, courteous crew of lady and gentlemen to have work done at your home.. p.s. left my property extremely clean of all debris!
S&S Roofing & Seamless Gutters
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Reviewed in May 2024
An unexpected surprise to learn after talking with Heather how reliable, efficient and reasonable they were. I called to have a couple trees removed on our property and Chris was kind enough to make a suggestion to take another tree down that was already dead. It was well worth the money and...
Backwoods Tree Service
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Reviewed in April 2023
Frank did an excellent job. Cleaned up everything and removed all of the debris. He did it on time and as scheduled. I would definitely use him again.
Franks Tree Service
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Reviewed in May 2022
Great Company, Pleasure to business with Mr. Nering, Punctual, Helpful and saved me a ton of money. Roof looks great and my leak is gone.
Precision Roofing & Remodeling
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Reviewed in August 2021
Clean on time top quality work
Rockys Garage Door
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Reviewed in April 2021
Danny and his crew did a great job! Impressed on how fast and efficient they all work together. Great Value and leaves the property clean when complete. Highly recommend them for tree trimming, removal and stumpgrinding.
Golden Pine Tree Service & Lawn, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2021
Great crew very professional , they explained what needed to be done and when they were done they did a great job cleaning up Will use the again for other plumbing work Jan 5 2021
Around The Clock HVAC
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Reviewed in June 2019
I had to empty out a house that I was trying to put up foe sale. There were several things that I could not move or discard, even if I were able to place them on the curb for the usual garbage pick up. Enter Jeff from Junk Shark... After a brief exchange on the phone, Jeff arrived at my door the...
Junk Shark
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Reviewed in July 2014
<p>I don't know where to start! My husband and I bought the property in March 2013. We sold our home in Cooperstown ,NY and moved into an apartment while our contractor built our home. We signed a contract he supplied and wrote. He was supposed to start building in September of 2013, however he...
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Catskill Site Services LLC

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Serving Schenevus, NY and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The team at Catskill Site Services went above and beyond and did an amazing job on time and on budget. I will definitely use them again!"

Response time1 day

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Recommended by54%of homeowners

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Eastman Junk and Hauling

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Serving Schenevus, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Offers commercial services

"Very communicative and helpful. Got the work done quickly and was very easy to work with. Appreciate the help and will call again."

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Hall & Son Junk Removal

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Serving Schenevus, NY and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We're a father and son team working together to help are local community with any junk removal needs they might have and don't have the time to clean it out

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Town Remodeling, LLC.

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Serving Schenevus, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"Could not have asked for better more professional workmanship. Serge and Nick were always on time and worked from the moment that arrived to the moment they left. When the left the room was clean and Serge was good about explaining what had been done and what they would be doing the next day.The room looks fantastic; better than i ever would have expected. I will definitely hire them back again for our next remodeling project."

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Recommended by98%of homeowners

Serving Schenevus, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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"Have utilized Joel and DRS multiple times and keep coming back. He is professional, punctual and has a great sense of humor. Will continue to recommend DRS for their steadfast and fantastic service."

Response time4 hrs

Serving Schenevus, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

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Small jobs welcome

"Very reliable service. The owner is extremely Pleasant"

Response time12 hrs

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Mive 1 Moving Services

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Serving Schenevus, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I have one of the best experiences with them. I highly recommend working with mive 1moving services"

Response time2 hrs

Response rate95%

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers

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Serving Schenevus, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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"I had a long distance move from Miami to Orlando and Moving APT did a phenomenal job. I opted in for the full packing service so they literally packed EVERYTHING, disassembled, loaded it, drove it, then unloaded and reassembled it at my new home. I did not have to move a single item aside from my own car. The crew was extremely helpful, professional and punctual and they had extremely competitive pricing. 5 star experience"

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Doenges Rubbish Removal

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Serving Schenevus, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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Doenges Rubbish Removal is a locally owned business with over 6 years of experience. You call and we haul it all, from garbage and recyclables to construction debris and furniture. No job too big or too small for us to handle. We also offer clean out services and specialize in barns, houses, and basements. Give us a call today and we will schedule you for an immediate visit to take on your next project.

Serving Schenevus, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

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"I highly recommend this business, not only were they on time but also very accommodating with rescheduling me when I had an emergency. The communication and overall work ethic were very professional. I definitely recommend them for your junk removal needs."

Response time6 hrs

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

These appliances do unscrew, but you need to disconnect everything properly when you replace your garbage disposal. Make sure you shut the power off to the area first and check that it’s off with a voltage detector. Disconnect the main drain line and P-trap, and then disconnect the dishwasher drain line if you have one connected. You can then unscrew your garbage disposal using a disposal wrench. Just make sure you disconnect the electrical lines before removing your appliance.

If the cost of repairing a leaking garbage disposal is close to the cost of replacing the disposal, then fixing the unit might not make sense. When deciding if you should repair or replace your garbage disposal, consider the age of your garbage disposal, the cost of the repair, and whether your garbage disposal has had other problems recently to help you decide if the cost of repairing the leak is better than the cost of replacing the disposal.

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.

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.

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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