Rosanne is an interior design and home improvement writer with 8 years of experience. During that time she has worked with numerous businesses and publications. Rosanne has been with Forbes Home for ...

Many American homes utilize a garbage disposal, as they rely on the machine to grind up food scraps. This helps avoid clogged pipes and damaged plumbing. A garbage disposal works by using centrifugal ...

Changing out an old garbage disposal with a new one isn’t difficult as long as you carefully follow the steps and use a few pro tricks of the trade to ensure a leak-free install. We enlisted the help ...

Replacing a failed garbage disposer can seem daunting. There's the usual trepidation about electricity and water, the unfamiliar sink connection and enough drain fittings to make leaks a real ...

Learn how to install a garbage disposal switch button quickly and easily in just 15 minutes. This step-by-step guide makes it simple for DIYers to upgrade their kitchen setup. #GarbageDisposal ...

While a garbage disposal may not be an essential kitchen appliance, for some it’s a small luxury that’s well worth its relatively low cost. However, even the best disposals won’t last forever and at ...

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 ...

When shopping for a garbage disposal, you’ll find models filed under two categories: continuous feed and batch feed. Continuous-feed disposals are far more popular and the type you’ll see in most ...

Shelby is an editor with an affinity for covering home improvement and repair, design and real estate trends. She also specializes in content strategy and entrepreneur coaching for small businesses, ...