Similarly, you should never put oyster or clamshells down the disposal — they're much too hard for the blades to tackle. The ...

If you want to keep your garbage disposal in top condition and avoid clogs, damages, and expensive repairs, never put these ...

Garbage disposals are harder on older pipes that are already half plugged from years of use. The pitch of the pipe also is a factor, Peterson said, explaining that the less pitch, the greater the ...

A broken garbage disposal can be caused by everything from clogs, to wear and tear on the pipe connections and grinding mechanism, and burnout of the disposal motor.

Consumer Reports shows you how to deodorize and clean a garbage disposal with these common household ingredients and shares advice on everyday disposal use.

Mills, 33, shared advice for cleaning pipes and garbage disposals. She suggested using baking soda, white vinegar, salt, and ice to clean a garbage disposal.

Our guide includes instructions on how to install a garbage disposal yourself, and our picks for some of the best garbage disposals you can buy in 2018.

In this look at foods you can and can’t put down a garbage disposal, Consumer Reports says this appliance can handle many types of food, but don’t treat it like a trash can.

There’s a good chance you’re putting this item in your garbage disposal every day. Here's why it's such a problem—and what to do about it.

A spot check along the bypass reveals that several pedestrian flyovers and roadside trenches have become informal disposal sites, particularly in areas such as Kireka, Naalya, Kyebando and Bwaise.