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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: 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&rsquo;re not foolproof. There are several <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-not-put-down-garbage-disposal.htm">items you shouldn&rsquo;t put in your garbage disposal</a>, according to manufacturers and technicians. Don&rsquo;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>

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 are the negatives of a garbage disposal?

• <div><p>The two main negatives of garbage disposals are they are a safety hazard in homes with children, and they frequently encounter blockage issues. While they might be annoying to fix and monitor, garbage disposals can significantly lower your trash use and are a great way to dispose of organic waste. While there are negatives, the vast majority of homeowners acknowledge the positives are enough to install a disposal in their home. </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 December 05, 2023

Reviewed in December 2023
He cleaned our gutters and the needed it badly! He also removed a couple of large wasp nests that were actually the gutters and under the eaves.
JR Home Exterior
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Reviewed in November 2023
Carl explained to me over the phone that my outlet under the sink is switched for the disposal but permanent for anything else. I just plugged in my RO pump to the lower plug and it powered up. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
A.P.E.C. Electrical Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2023
Very thorough - great job. Already scheduled to use on another house. Will continue to use their services.
Clean-er Up
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Reviewed in December 2022
He did an amazing job on our trees, pruning out the dead and diseased, lightening the loads, and shaping them for the best health of future growth in the trees. We also had a couple of larger stumps removed and our yard was left in better condition than it had been seen in years. I would...
Holistic Tree Care
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Reviewed in February 2021
Removed 5 stumps for us. Did a great job and communicated great with us through the scheduling. Yard looks much better without the stumps.
F&F LLC
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Reviewed in February 2020
I only had testing from them at this time just so we know the material we are working with or not working with. I am going to have this company come out and remove the asbestos at a later date. Then we can see their work in action.
ACM Environmental
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Reviewed in June 2016
Late afternoon I noticed the air conditioner was running, but no air was coming out of any vents. It was 94 degrees outside, so I called Climate Pro, and got ahold of Nick. He was actually at the hospital with his wife who had just given birth. He listened patiently to my concerns, but was...
Climate Pro Heating & Air Conditioning LLC.
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Reviewed in November 2014
Just be aware that they wont take your stump out at the price they quote you. I was under the impression that they would remove our stump and take the tree out all together. Not so! They only do the tree.
Rocha Landscaping Services
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Reviewed in March 2010
Once the traps were set the verminex rep informed me that should something walk into the cage trap to call him as soon as possible and he would come and remove it. The next morning when i went out to feed my cats i noticed something in the trap and called the rep back as asked. Once the rep...
Verminex Pest Control & Wildlife Removal LLC
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Asset Environmental Services, LLC

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Serving Penrose, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They honestly told me I did not need their services."

Response time1 day

Response rate85%

17 neighbors recently requested a quote

Serving Penrose, UT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent communication, excellent rapport, and an excellent job done. I’m sure we will be a repeat customer."

Response time2 days

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

Serving Penrose, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Sergio did a great job and got the job done quickly!"

+49

Response time10 hrs

15 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by75%of homeowners

Serving Penrose, UT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"Yes they did a great job"

9 neighbors recently requested a quote

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V&S Supreme Homes

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Serving Penrose, UT and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

V&S Supreme Homes specializes in residential and commercial remodeling and updates. We take pride in delivering high-quality craftsmanship with exceptional attention to detail on every project. From kitchens, bathrooms, and basements to full property updates, our goal is to bring new life to your space while ensuring a smooth, professional experience from start to finish. Customer satisfaction is always our top priority.

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Powerhouse Junk Removal LLC

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Serving Penrose, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I’ve never been more impressed than I was with Powerhouse they went well beyond my expectations, on a scale of 1 to 10 they are a 12! I will definitely be using them again."

+28

Response time2 hrs

Response rate94%

Serving Penrose, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great! They were able to come out the same day and did a great job at letting me know time frames."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Penrose, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

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"These guys are awesome! Arrived right on time and exceeded our expectations! We would definitely recommend using JG Trash and Dash!!!"

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers

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Serving Penrose, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

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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."

Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Dependable Construction, LLC

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Serving Penrose, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Adam is professional and timely in his work! He made the landscaping process super easy and made it look better than I even imagined. He did it right, so we donâ t have to worry about fixing it later. I highly highly recommend his work! ."

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Garbage Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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 two main negatives of garbage disposals are they are a safety hazard in homes with children, and they frequently encounter blockage issues. While they might be annoying to fix and monitor, garbage disposals can significantly lower your trash use and are a great way to dispose of organic waste. While there are negatives, the vast majority of homeowners acknowledge the positives are enough to install a disposal in their home.

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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