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Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Learn how to fix a garbage disposal yourself at home without any professional help. Try these simple solutions.

Use baking soda, vinegar, hot water, ice, and citrus to clean and deodorize your garbage disposal. Avoid harsh chemicals; use cold water, salt, or a drain snake for tough clogs. Don’t pour grease or ...

Removing a clog from your pipes is not only extremely inconvenient, but it can also be messy and expensive. You can't always prevent your pipes from getting clogged, but there are some things you can ...

Think twice before you shove those potato peels down your garbage disposal. Even with a good flush of water, you may cause a clog that will take a professional to clean out. Jeff Williams remembers ...

Bleach and other harsh chemicals—including commercial drain cleaners—can wear down your pipes over time. A splash of bleach ...

’Tis the season for gatherings centered on good food and good company. And with all the focus on meal prep during the holidays, your garbage disposal is sure to be working overtime — making it prone ...