Q. After dinner, I rinsed off the dishes in the sink like I always do, and flipped the switch for the garbage disposal to grind the food scraps. The garbage disposal was not working. How can I fix the ...

A garbage disposal backing up can quickly go from a minor annoyance to a major plumbing problem. Whether you notice water pooling in your sink, unpleasant odors rising from the drain, or strange ...

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Regular dishwasher cleaning prevents odors caused by food, detergent, and bacteria. A clogged drain hose or garbage disposal backup can lead to unpleasant smells. Air-drying your dishwasher after each ...