Lexie is a former Staff Writer at Forbes Home and has over 6 years of professional experience as a writer and editor in the home improvement space. She's previously worked at sites such as HomeAdvisor ...

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 ...

The cost to replace a garbage disposal depends on unit size, features, labor rates and how complex the installation is. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising ...

Dear James: With three children, my old garbage disposal gets a good workout. After 10 years, it finally gave out. Is this something that I can replace myself? If so ...

Tossing food in the kitchen garbage is undesirable for two very good reasons. Besides inviting pests into your home for an all-you-can-eat buffet, rotting food creates a bad odor that can permeate ...