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Q. After dinner, I rinsed off the dishes in the sink like I always do, and flipped the switch for the garbage disposal to grind the food scraps. The garbage disposal was not working. How can I fix the ...

Q: My garbage disposal has stopped working, and I think it needs to be replaced. Can you recommend a replacement that is easy to install? A: Are you sure it needs to be replaced? At least half the ...

If you are wondering how to fix a garbage disposal that makes an odd hum, leaks, backs up, drains slowly, or does nothing when you flip the switch, try the reset button on the bottom of the disposal.

As alarming as it may be, a leaky garbage disposal is usually easy to fix without calling professionals. Here's how to troubleshoot your leaky unit.

A reader contacted me about a garbage disposal that is running, but not working. The flywheel is moving freely, and the reset button is in. There is power to the unit, but when it is turned on, all it ...

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Q: My daughter dropped a spoon in our old garbage disposer, so we have to replace it. Is installing a garbage disposer a typical do-it-yourself project, and what are the steps to replace one? A: An ...

Q: Some garbage disposals are advertised as suitable for homes with septic systems. Is it smart to install one? A: You can if you want to, but plan to have your septic tank pumped — or at least ...

A garbage disposal's time as a functioning part of your kitchen is limited. This is how long the appliance should last, plus ...