Lexie is a former Staff Writer at Forbes Home and has over 6 years of professional experience as a writer and editor in the home improvement space. She's previously worked at sites such as HomeAdvisor ...

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Just as having the proper tools available is one of the best tips for completing a DIY kitchen remodel, it is also key when installing a garbage disposal. If you're prepared, not only will the task go ...

Garbage disposals come with all kinds of devilry: weird smells, stringent rules on what you can put down them, erroneous urban myths like the fact that lemon peels ...

Q: Some garbage disposals are advertised as suitable for homes with septic systems. Is it smart to install one? A: You can if you want to, but plan to have your septic tank pumped — or at least ...

If you're brave enough to tackle an entire kitchen remodeling project, you've probably hit your fair share of bumps in the road. Accidentally purchasing the wrong color appliance or running out of ...