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: Do garbage disposals fit all sinks?

• <div><p>Garbage disposals fit the drains of nearly every sink out there due to universal drain hole sizes of 3 1/2 to 4 inches, but the same isn&rsquo;t true for the housing underneath the sink. You need plenty of room to fit a garbage disposal under there, so measure the space ahead of time and use those dimensions when shopping for a new model. If you&rsquo;re replacing an existing model, get one in that size.</p></div>

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: How often should you replace a garbage disposal?

• <div><p>Garbage disposals can last between 10 and 12 years, so if your unit is pushing its lifespan, it may be a good idea to replace it. If your unit isn&rsquo;t approaching the 10-year mark, try investigating other parts of the disposal to see if there's an affordable repair on the horizon. For example, rubber has a shorter lifespan than 10 years, connections and hoses loosen over time, and sink flanges can cause leaks that have nothing to do with disposals.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to replace a garbage disposal?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-s-it-cost-replace-garbage-disposal.htm">Replacing a garbage disposal costs</a> anywhere from <b>$150 to $950</b>, but the average cost is somewhere around<b> $550</b>. There are two types of garbage disposal units, and continuous feed disposals tend to cost more than batch feed disposals. Going for an aluminum garbage disposal is also significantly cheaper than choosing a stainless steel garbage disposal. You'll also need to factor in the horsepower of the motor, labor, and the removal and disposal of your old unit.</p></div>

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Pure garbage. They didnt put my furnace in to code. They never even called the city inspector because they knew they were cutting corners. They installed a less powerful furnace than they removed. I wish I never used them. I tried to submit this with zero stars but it wouldnt let me. Dont use...
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Reviewed in April 2021
Land Quest is an absolute joke! By far the worst company I’ve ever had dealt with. Whatever you do, DON’T RENT FROM THESE PEOPLE. I wish I could rate them 0 stars because that’s what they deserve. Unfortunately I’m still renting from them because the market is out of control in Bristol, WI and...
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Reviewed in October 2019
I was very happy with this service. The floors look great, the dust is gone, and there was a lot, garbage can emptied, and the kitchen cupboard doors were cleaned. I would suggest Ashley and crew to anyone looking for a clean home with no hassles. They brought their own supplies, and got right...
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Reviewed in October 2018
Associates Septic Services has a lengthy contract to pump my septic every 3 years paid via my tax bill collected by the county. They pumped my system 9/2018 (my inspection report that goes to the county had no issues) and in less than a month the system was overflowing the tank lids. It was last...
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Reviewed in April 2016
The quality of the masonry work and millwork is outstanding, however, the floors squeak so badly that it sounds like the second story is going to collapse if anyone is upstairs. The finishing of the woodwork was so poorly done that the finish literally washed off with a damp cloth. I did not...
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Reviewed in January 2016
Owner Assisted or ?OWNER BEWARE. We were looking for a framing contractor to frame our project for us as we were going to do the general contracting work ourselves to save money. We worked with Jeff who presented to us several proposals with different levels of completion. Throughout our...
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We packed all of the small or breakable items and moved them to the basement. Mike's crew moved all of the furniture to the garage and covered with tarps that I provided. They then removed all the doors; taped and covered with plastic all cabinets and openings to the second floor; removed the...
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Needed service, called, they came promptly as stated. They performed work in a timely manner and replaced needed parts. They checked the sump pump without being asked and found it was not operating it was under warranty and they replaced that with no charge. They checked the garbage disposal...
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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.

Garbage disposals fit the drains of nearly every sink out there due to universal drain hole sizes of 3 1/2 to 4 inches, but the same isn’t true for the housing underneath the sink. You need plenty of room to fit a garbage disposal under there, so measure the space ahead of time and use those dimensions when shopping for a new model. If you’re replacing an existing model, get one in that size.

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.

Garbage disposals can last between 10 and 12 years, so if your unit is pushing its lifespan, it may be a good idea to replace it. If your unit isn’t approaching the 10-year mark, try investigating other parts of the disposal to see if there's an affordable repair on the horizon. For example, rubber has a shorter lifespan than 10 years, connections and hoses loosen over time, and sink flanges can cause leaks that have nothing to do with disposals.

Replacing a garbage disposal costs anywhere from $150 to $950, but the average cost is somewhere around $550. There are two types of garbage disposal units, and continuous feed disposals tend to cost more than batch feed disposals. Going for an aluminum garbage disposal is also significantly cheaper than choosing a stainless steel garbage disposal. You'll also need to factor in the horsepower of the motor, labor, and the removal and disposal of your old unit.

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