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We Know: How to Buy a Trash Compactor
About Trash Compactors
A garbage compactor can compress several bags of trash into one bag, which takes up much less space, lessens the number
of times you have to take the trash out, and can cost you less if your disposal fee is based on the number of trash bags
you generate. Depending on the compactor, from four to fourteen bags can be compacted into one bag of trash.
Optional Features
A garbage compactor may have one or more of the following features:
- Reversible door.
- Safety lock.
- Electrical or manual operation.
- Anti-jam and tilt sensor.
- Toe bar drawer opener. When your hands are full, you can open the compactor with your foot.
- Quiet operation.
- Hidden controls.
Trash Compactors
There is a large selection of trash compactors to meet your needs, including these models:
- Broan 1050 12" Trash Compactor with Swing Away Door: Has 1.4 cubic feet of capacity. Sells for around $510.
- Trash Masher Manual Trash Compactor: Measures 19.5" height x 12.5" width x 9.5" depth. Sells for around $40.
- Magikan M280P Trash Disposal System: Has a seven gallon capacity and operates by foot-pedal. Sells for
around $20.
- Jenn-Air Compactor (Model TC507B): Four to one compact ratio. Sells for around $430.
- GE Profile Built-In 15" Compactor (Model# GCG1700LII): Has 1.4 cubic feet of capacity. Sells for around $600.
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