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Q: Can you pour boiling water down the garbage disposal?

• <div><p>You can pour boiling water down the garbage disposal only when cleaning it. Use hot water to flush baking soda and vinegar down the drain for a quick clean-up. For running food down the disposal, always use cold water.</p></div>

Q: What preventive measures can avoid future drain clogs?

• <div><p>Regular maintenance, such as not disposing of grease or coffee grounds down the sink and routine use of strainers, can prevent clogs.</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: Why does my dishwasher water come up into the sink?

• <div><p>When a dishwasher discharges its wastewater, it uses a pump to quickly move a lot of water. If anything in the drain line or the garbage disposal impedes the high volume of water, it will back up into the sink through the drain or the garbage disposal. Following regular <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/4-tips-avoid-dishwasher-repair.htm">dishwasher maintenance tips</a> like clearing clogs, keeping them cleared, and occasionally running the disposal will eliminate the problem.</p></div>

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Last update on November 21, 2025

Reviewed in May 2022
Great Service and great job. My garage was fixed on Sunday afternoon. I would definitely hire them again for next garbage door project.
Elite Garage Doors
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Reviewed in December 2021
Richard came out to our house less than 30 minutes after I called for help. He was professional, quick, knowledgeable and friendly. He even installed our new garbage disposal in the kitchen while he was here. I can not thank him enough for rescuing us.
Hill Plumbing & Electric Company Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2021
CURTIS IS AWESOME! He fixed my garbage disposal that wasn't working. Now it is like new!
Patriot Contractors
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Reviewed in September 2020
I has 3 quotes and chose this company due not only for the price but the customer service of Mr. Nune. He was punctual and he didnâ t ask for money up front but made it clear he would collect at the end of the job. He brought his Employe introduced him on the day and was there towards the end...
Nation Hardwood Floors
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Reviewed in June 2018
I do not normally post reviews, but my recent experience with Sears Repair Services in Florence, SC prompts this. My washing machine water pump started malfunctioning, so I ordered a factory part after carefully explaining the problem and checking the serial number of my machine. Then I called...
Sears Home Services
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Reviewed in October 2017
I had a hard time getting someone out to my house to wire my dust collection unit. Sent them a message via the website on Tuesday, received an email the next morning with a name and contact info and after a quick call I had an appointment for the next day. I was even told that they may only be...
WALKUP ELECTRICAL
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Reviewed in July 2016
He showed up at the time he promised. He accessed my plumbing issues and fixed them. He was very pleasant and friendly. He also gave me suggestions on how to improve the function of my garbage disposal.
Dependable Roys Plumbing Service LLC
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Reviewed in April 2015
I wanted Shelves in between the living room and little step down room so my husband could see his truck collection when he was in the living room. My husband has dementia so when I told Perez I would like to get them done while my husband could still enjoy them he jumped right on it. After a...
Discount Renovations
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Reviewed in April 2014
Instead of me mailing them the check, he'll come to my house and collect the check. He takes into consideration that my husband has passed away and that we're a one-income family now. He's very fair on his billing, he's very kind and came and did all the yard work and cleaned up everything....
Daniel's Lawn Maintenance
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Reviewed in March 2014
They completed the job in a timely matter. The job was cleaned up of all garbage and any shrubs that had to be removed. They were very professional and nice. It was very hot and they continued to work. Many of our neighbors that were walking byand some in their cars, would stop and say how...
SAM HILL FENCING INC
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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

You can pour boiling water down the garbage disposal only when cleaning it. Use hot water to flush baking soda and vinegar down the drain for a quick clean-up. For running food down the disposal, always use cold water.

Regular maintenance, such as not disposing of grease or coffee grounds down the sink and routine use of strainers, can prevent clogs.

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.

When a dishwasher discharges its wastewater, it uses a pump to quickly move a lot of water. If anything in the drain line or the garbage disposal impedes the high volume of water, it will back up into the sink through the drain or the garbage disposal. Following regular dishwasher maintenance tips like clearing clogs, keeping them cleared, and occasionally running the disposal will eliminate the problem.

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