You probably spend almost no time thinking about the disposal in your kitchen sink right up until the garbage disposal is not working. Just as soon as that sink drain backs up, figuring out how to fix ...

The modern garbage disposal provides a quick and sanitary way to dispose of food waste, keeping trash bags lighter and ...

Garbage disposals are a boon for any kitchen. They cut down on landfill waste, make cleaning up and washing dishes a breeze, and are a fairly simple way to boost your home’s value. At some point, ...

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So my current in-sink-erator has stopped working. Flip the switch and it makes a quiet hum, but no turning. I stuck my hand down there (when it's off, of course) and was able to turn the plate the ...

Think before throwing it down the sink.

The garbage disposal feels like the perfect solution to leftovers causing a stink in the kitchen, but hold up. Plumbers list the worst items to put down the disposal because they're the best items to ...