Two Questions to Ask Before Buying a Kitchen Garbage Disposer

If you know how a kitchen in-sink garbage disposal unit works, you do realize that the waste generated is flushed in to your municipality’s waste water treatment system. Health officials from all regions acknowledge the benefits of household garbage disposers, and have even mandated that all households be equipped with a kitchen waste garbage disposal unit.

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Allstate 5-Year Major Appliance Protection Plan ($100-$199.99)

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Hamilton Beach Electric Indoor Searing Grill Removable Easy-To-Clean Nonstick Plate, 6-Serving, Extra-Large Drip Tray, Stainless Steel (25360)

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FRIGIDAIRE EFR756-BLACK EFR756, 2 Door Apartment Size RETRO Refrigerator with Top Freezer, Chrome Handles, 7.5 cu ft, Black

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Harper Trucks 6781 Harper Appliance Hand Truck, Dark Green

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Cuisinart ICE-21Y 1.5 Quart Frozen Yogurt, Ice Cream and Sorbet Maker, Yellow

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New mixing paddle makes frozen desserts in 20 minutes or less Large capacity makes up to 1-1/2-quarts Double insulated freezer bowl eliminates the need for ice Easy lock transparent lid with large spout makes adding ingredients simple and mess free L... read more

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Hauswirt 26Qt Digital Air Fryer Oven, 10-IN-1 Countertop Kitchen Appliance With Separate Upper and Lower Heat Control, 85℉ to 450℉ Temperature Range, Convection Function, LCD Display For Air Fry, Bake, Dehydrate, Roast, Broil, Toast, Ferment, Reheat, Grill, Rotisserie - Retro White

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26 Qt Extra Large Capacity - Perfect size for feeding your large family. Allows you to put two trays in at once, large enough to accommodate 16 chicken wings, 18 egg tarts, and a small turkey. The interior measures 13" length* 12" width * 7" height. ... read more

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Allstate 5-Year Major Appliance Protection Plan ($300-$399.99)

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Needless to say, they are a must needed item if you use your kitchen. They come in a wide variety of types and horse power ratings. Even though there’s a bit of a contradiction among different contractors opinions of garbage disposal units. Depending on your usage demands, your household’s need for a garbage disposer, installing a disposal unit by yourself may or may not benefit you. Remember to ask these two questions before investing and trying to do it yourself when it comes to an in-sink waste disposal system.

Does my local government approve of me installing a garbage disposal system or are there strict codes?

Some old sinks are ill equipped for a few of the larger installed garbage disposal units. That is why consulting someone who does this type of thing for a living will do a much better and quicker job. Remember, whatever method, regulations constantly change. To be on the safe side of things, check with your local contractor before investing on a unit.

Is it worth the extra resources?

Although the majority of people swear by kitchen garbage disposers that have 1 horsepower or larger, environmentalists insist that this waste disposal system does more harm to the environment than good because you really don’t need such a powerful disposal and it wastes electricity.

As a homeowner, you will also incur extra expenses to run one of the conveniences of a larger garbage disposer. Particularly, you will need to invest in a unit, which can cost a couple hundred dollars depending on its quality. You may also have to pay for installation if you cannot do it yourself.

Nonetheless, this waste disposal system has both its advantages and disadvantages. Ultimately, having a garbage disposer in your household is your prerogative as long as your local government permits it.