Garbage disposals are tiny powerhouses nestled beneath your sink, with motors effortlessly grinding through food waste to help save room in your trash can and stretch the times between trash days. These odorless, food-disposing devices are a staple in millions of kitchens nationwide, making them a go-to staple in new homes. Key Points: But choosing … Read more
You’re cleaning up the kitchen, sweeping food scraps from the sink into the garbage disposal as it runs. But then, uh oh! The garbage disposal stopped draining, causing water to back up into the sink. Now what? Why isn’t the garbage disposal draining? Key Points: This can happen for multiple reasons, some easier to address … Read more
Although garbage disposals are integral to many kitchens and work well (most of the time), they can be somewhat finicky. Without the proper precautions, you might run into issues here and there. That said, some problems are avoidable, while others aren’t. So, if your Moen garbage disposal isn’t working for an undetermined reason, you’re in … Read more
Although garbage disposals are handy appliances that help minimize food waste going to the landfill, they can become the root of a smelly problem. Perhaps you’ve noticed a rancid odor lingering in your kitchen, and even though you’ve emptied the trash and cleaned the kitchen, the smell persists. If the smell seems to waft from … Read more
Garbage disposals are a standard feature in many newly-built homes and are a popular addition to older builds. They typically come in one of four horsepower ratings: ⅓ HP, ½ HP, ¾ HP, and 1 HP. However, in recent years, a ⅝ HP model became an option. It’s a step up from the ½ HP … Read more
Garbage disposals work overtime every day, effortlessly grinding food scraps into a fine texture your plumbing system can handle. However, like most of the other appliances in your home, there are times when the unit might go on strike. Perhaps it stops working altogether, refusing to turn on at all. Or maybe it’s emitting a … Read more
A farmhouse sink is an excellent option if you’d like an eye-catching, centerpiece-quality sink. Featuring a wide, exposed apron, these sinks are considerably different than other popular sinks, such as undermount or drop-in sinks hidden by a cabinet. They tend to last substantially longer than top-mount sinks and maintain their look for years (with proper … Read more
Garbage disposals are an essential part of millions of kitchens, helping reroute hundreds of pounds of food waste that would otherwise end up in a landfill. You can toss all sorts of food scraps down the drain, although most folks use the disposal for fruit and vegetable trimmings. On top of that, many folks scrape … Read more
The kitchen sink is the hub of activity for most kitchens – from rinsing produce to filling pots or washing dishes, a sink is a busy place. So, when it backs up, progress in the kitchen comes to a screeching halt. It’s tough to wash dishes in a sink full of dirty water, and there’s … Read more
For most folks, their garbage disposal is something they use on a daily basis. Your garbage disposal does everything from grinding up food scraps from meal prep to those leftovers after the meal. Like most of the other appliances in your kitchen, your garbage disposal needs regular care and specific practices for it to run … Read more
Washing dishes is quite the process – scrape food into the trash or garbage disposal, rinse, wash, rinse again, dry, and put away. Some folks may skip a few steps of this process, like the first rinse (since it uses so much water) or the towel drying portion (environmentally friendly to air dry, right?). The … Read more
The care and maintenance surrounding garbage disposals is a controversial topic. Some experts swear by specific methods, whereas others argue against those same methods. One of the debates that arise from the swirling debate pool is that of ice in the garbage disposal. Some folks argue that ice cleans the disposal while simultaneously sharpening the … Read more
Perhaps your current Waste King garbage disposal is on strike, but nothing seems to convince it to return to working conditions. Or, maybe you troubleshoot the issue (perhaps even have a plumber look at it), only to find out it’s done for good. So, you found yourself shopping for a new garbage disposal. Now, you … Read more
There’s quite a bit of debate around what is safe to dump down the garbage disposals. Some folks recommend certain practices, while others are adamant doing so will wreck the appliance. While the debate circles around several topics, what food scraps you can and can’t put down the disposal is a central focal point. So, … Read more
Perhaps you tried to conveniently whisk away excess food scraps in your garbage disposal, only to find out it’s apparently off the clock. It makes noise, humming along like it hasn’t a care in the world, but it doesn’t do its job. So, you decide to do a bit of troubleshooting. You take a peek … Read more
Garbage disposals are a convenient addition to any kitchen. They make cleaning dishes, pots, and pans much more manageable. Instead of meticulously scraping off each chunk of leftover food, simply rinse it into the disposal. Flip the switch, wait for the garbage disposal to grind the leftovers, then shut it off. Tada – just like … Read more
Clogs happen to every garbage disposal at some point in their lifespan. Perhaps now is your garbage disposal’s time to shine. The switch is on, the motor whirs, and the water runs, but nothing happens. You don’t hear grinding food, and the water is beginning to fill up the sink. So, now what? Well, luckily, … Read more
Plumbing problems are a nightmare for any homeowner. Whether you’re up against frozen and burst pipes or completely clogged pipes, tackling the project can be a nuisance. So, perhaps you’re doing your due diligence and researching the potential hazards of garbage disposals before you commit to one. One of the common concerns with garbage disposals … Read more