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>

Is a garbage disposal worth it?

• <div><p>If you cook a lot or have a larger household, a garbage disposal can be worth it, since it streamlines your kitchen duties and helps to keep food waste out of landfills. It helps to know the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-garbage-disposal.htm">cost of garbage disposal installation</a> before you make your decision. The average price is about <b>$400</b>,<b> </b>but you can expect to pay more for higher-end models or if you hire a pro to do the job for you.</p></div>

Will my garbage disposal impact my septic tank?

• <div><p>Your garbage disposal will only affect the health of your septic tank if you’re using it too frequently, or filling it with organic waste that doesn’t fully break down. If the tank fills up with too many solids, the bacteria won’t have enough time to consume it before more is added, which can lead to an overflow in the drain field. Your tank will need to be pumped more frequently with excessive or improper garbage disposal use. </p></div>

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Q: Will any size garbage disposal fit my sink?

• <div><p>While the part of the garbage disposal that attaches to the sink is universal, not every single disposal will work in every sink cabinet. A larger disposal may be too big to fit in a compact space, for example. If the pipes under your sink are arranged in an unusual way, it may be difficult to put in a bigger disposal, even if there technically is enough space.</p></div>

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>

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Reviewed in July 2025
Huisman arrived and went straight to work on cutting my 60+ foot tree down. He were very careful of the neighbors fence, my deck, my house, and my pine tree. Lots of obstacles. Other than the stump, you could not tell that there was a tree there. Great job. A few days later, I had the stump...
Huisman Tree Services, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2024
We used JS Outdoors, during the winter months to remove snow from our driveway, when we leave for Texas. They are always very easy to work with and dependable.
JS Outdoors
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Reviewed in October 2020
We had Mad City remove our existing bath tub and replace it with a walk in shower. Salesman and Installation was professional and completed in one day even though the job took alot longer than expected for installation. I would recommend them to anyone.
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in April 2018
This company is not in business anymore. Someone should remove them from the List here. They installed my sprinkler system and don't wanna come to get paid to adjust it.
Fox Valley Irrigation Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2017
The plumber was able to use a snake to remove the roots and opened the drain again.
Edgewater Plumbing
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Reviewed in December 2016
I was very impressed with Remi's Tree Service. They were professional, knowledgeable, competitively price and the owner was on-site the entire job and did the majority of the "high up" work. They cleaned up the area very well and even ensured there were no squirrels in the squirrel nest before...
Remi's Tree Service LLC
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Reviewed in August 2014
Easy to schedule. Great communication. Called with reminder the day before and when they were on their way the day of cleaning. Cleaning was done well. We had a few spots they attempted to remove, but could not (colored wax from a candle, set in for a few years). Spots did look better, but not...
Jensen's Carpet Care & Restoration
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Reviewed in June 2014
these guys are the best. Took care of the entire problem, that involved many internal and external repairs and mold removal. They also helped me to get insurance payments.
Bella Mold Removal
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Reviewed in June 2014
Wilco is an outstanding cabinet maker. I used them at my previous home when I made some minor changes in my kitchen. I recently moved and decided that I needed pull-out shelves in my pantry and base kitchen cabinets. I also needed a vanity removed from the powder room/laundry room and have a...
Wilco Cabinet Makers
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Reviewed in December 2013
Two man installation of carpet, including removal of old carpet. They worked hard and were very efficient, friendly and professional. They left everything new and clean.
Dulmes Decor
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