I have a problem with a smelly garbage disposal. I have tried everything from vinegar/soda to bleach, grinding ice cubes and even lemons, which a plumber suggested. It still smells. -- Susie, ...

Dear Ken: You mentioned that the disposer rubber splash guard needs to be replaced when it gets worn. Is this an easy job? John Answer: I’m glad you’re working on this. Yes, the splash guard keeps ...

I wish you could see the giant stack of mail I have from readers who have taken me up on my offer to answer anything! Honestly, I couldn’t be any happier about that. Enjoy this batch of answered ...

Trash cans are kind of gross. You keep a container of food waste and plastic wrappers in the kitchen, and it starts to smell. Garbage disposals are supposed to alleviate the smelly trash problem. They ...

Your garbage disposal has a seemingly magical way of making your leftovers disappear down the drain. But with each use, food debris builds up and eventually makes your sink stink. The good news?