5 Common Garbage Disposal Problems (Plus Quick Fixes)
5 Common Garbage Disposal Problems (Plus Quick Fixes) Your garbage disposal has become indispensable, correct? When it develops a problem, your sink could clog, smells can start to emerge from the sink, and mealtime clean-up can take a lot longer. Here’s 5 quick fix solution for common garbage disposal problems that might come in handy […]
Continue readingHow Much Does a Garbage Disposal Cost?
Of all the home improvement projects you can take on, nobody gives a second thought to replacing or upgrading the garbage disposal. Many people won’t think about it until it’s too late and they are left with a nightmare in the sink.When it comes to garbage disposals, you get what you pay for. Although you […]
Continue readingHow Many Years Does a Garbage Disposal Last?
How Many Years Does a Garbage Disposal Last?The amount of time that a garbage disposal will last before wearing out beyond repair varies based on a number of factors such as frequency of usage, the type of food debris that goes down the drain, and whether or not proper care and upkeep procedures are used […]
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What to Do When Your Garbage Disposal Has Stopped Working
Most of us are familiar with the basic function of a garbage disposal. The appliance uses a motor to power rotating, circular blades that grind up food waste. Because garbage disposals are one of the home’s most frequently used appliances, it’s not uncommon for them to become clogged or jammed. If your garbage disposal is […]
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Waste King vs InSinkerator: Battle Of The Top Garbage Disposals
The benefits of a garbage disposal are undeniable. These appliances do a great service in the kitchen by getting rid of food waste from cooking as well as from the dishwasher. The disposal does a dirty job, but one that is almost essential to running your kitchen.The newest, most advanced disposals are loaded with features […]
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InSinkErator Badger 5 vs Badger 500
InSinkErator is one of the leading manufacturers of residential garbage disposals. The Badger line is quite popular and affordable. When shopping online at the InSinkErator website, you will see three models of Badger garbage disposals listed, along with pricing for each. The Badger 5XPThe Badger 5The Badger 1 There are some differences in the specifications. […]
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How To Fix a Garbage Disposal That Is Humming
One of the most common garbage disposal issues encountered is when the switch is flipped and the disposal simply begins making a humming sound. The good news is that generally speaking this is an easy fix. In fact, in most cases it only takes a matter of seconds to rectify the issue.The best part about […]
Continue readingMy Garbage Disposal is Jammed, Now What?
Ever since inventor John W. Hammes sold his first InSinkErator to the public in 1940, people have had a love/hate relationship with them. They are great when they work, but cooks cuss them like crazy when they fail. The great news is that if you find yourself with a jammed garbage disposal, then it is […]
Continue readingHow Long Does It Take to Install a Garbage Disposal?
Garbage disposals are a handy item to have in the kitchen. Many people install them themselves as all it takes is some plumbing and electrical know how. It should not take more than a couple hours to install a disposal from start to finish. Depending on your skill level and your organization, you can have it […]
Continue readingCleaning a Kitchen Garbage Disposal
Most people assume that garbage disposals are clean.On the surface this makes sense due to the number of times it sees dish detergent, soap, and water running through it. BUT, this couldn’t be further from the truth. The water combined with the nutritious ingredients from the foods that go through it make the perfect breeding ground […]
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