Back when I started this blog, trash cans were plastic and cheap. Then came a sudden influx of costly, sleek trash cans, and now there are voice-activated trash cans! There was a time when I thought no one is going to buy a trash can over $50 but thanks to Frank Yang (Founder of Simplehuman) … Read moreVoice Activated Trash Cans – Review
Resettting a garbage disposal is not rocket science. In fact, it is one of the easiest thing you can do to. But many of my readers, including those who have been using disposal units over the years, are not quiet sure how to do that. That’s why I finally decided to do a short post … Read moreHow to reset a garbage disposal (A simple step by step guide)
A garbage disposal wrench is a tool that’s used to unjam a clogged disposal unit. This wrench helps to turn the disposal in to and fro directions to dislodge any clogs that stop the disposal from working. Without a wrench, it is practically impossible to manually rotate the turntable of disposal units. Some people use … Read moreGarbage Disposal Wrench (What is it, Types, How to use)
“A garbage disposal installation tool, also known as disposal install aider, is a simple tool to help install a garbage disposal unit without the help of a second person.” Even for professionals it is not easy to install a disposal unit by oneself. A help is needed to hold the sink flange in position when … Read moreGarbage Disposal Installation Tools
A simple google search will show you lots of articles on the topic ‘DIY garbage disposal installation’. But most of these articles do not tell you what all you need to install a disposal unit, they go on talking about the installation process but does nothing to help the reader acquire all the necessary tools. … Read moreGarbage Disposal Installation Kit – (Pipes, switches, tools & everything you need to get your disposal installed)
Garbage disposals do NOT have blades. Yes, that’s right. Then what do they cut all those food wastes with? Garbage disposal units are more grinders than cutters. These machines have a stationery shredder ring and mostly two swiveling impellers fixed on a rotating turntable. When the disposal unit is running these impellers throw the food … Read moreHow to sharpen garbage disposal blades?
Garbage disposals are indispensible in modern kitchens. However, they are not free of complaints. Here is a complete list of garbage disposal problems and their solutions; Problem 1. Garbage disposal humming not working when turned on If your disposer just hums and not working when turned ON, it is either jammed or doesn’t receive enough … Read moreThe complete list of garbage disposal problems and their solutions
The size of any product is its dimensions. But when it comes to garbage disposals, or especially when answering the question ‘What size garbage disposal do I need?’ it is all about the grinding power of the disposal and has nothing to do with its dimensions. Funny enough, there is another disposal size question; ‘are … Read moreGarbage Disposal Size Guide
Traditionally garbage disposal switches are wall mounted. But they pose a risk of electric shock as most people operate them while their hands are wet. That’s why many companies came up with the idea of an air switch. An air switch has no direct electrical connections. A remote switch is operated by it with the … Read moreGarbage disposal switch options – Air Switch vs Wireless vs Toe kick
How much does a garbage disposal cost?
Ans: $50 to $400
Well, it depends. That question has a really broad answer. I can say a normal household garbage disposal costs anything from $50 to $400.