The garbage disposal is a miracle of modern engineering, but it does require some consistent upkeep. Here's exactly how often ...

If your garbage disposal has started to stink, it’s most certainly because of decaying food stuck to the splash guard. Once the appliance is turned off, remove this piece and start scrubbing it under ...

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Even if you avoid putting too many scraps or grimy waste items down the drain, your garbage disposal can get super smelly. Fortunately, you can quickly and easily deodorize it using items you already ...

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If you notice an obnoxious smell lingering in your kitchen, your garbage disposal might be the culprit. While some assume these units can handle anything, that's not the case. Some waste inevitably ...

Few things bring a kitchen cleanup to a halt faster than an unresponsive garbage disposal. But whatever you do, do not put your hand down the disposal to try and figure out the problem! Your second ...