Many of us take our kitchen garbage disposals for granted, but as soon as there is a problem, we quickly learn how annoying it can be to live without it. Here are some good things to know when it comes to your garbage disposal.
Your garbage disposal can get clogged up a lot more easily than we may think. Here are some things that should be avoided: eggshells, coffee grounds, potato peels, and banana peels.
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I’ve grown up hearing my whole life that one of the best things to do is to put eggshells down the disposal. They might help a little to sharpen the blades but they can cause major problems with clogging your pipes.
So, next time you are about to throw some peels, eggshells or coffee grounds into your garbage disposal, think twice. Watch everything you put down the drain to make sure you are not causing any major clogs.
Besides avoiding such items as mentioned above, you can prevent clogs by using ample enough water. You never want to run the disposal without water. All you’ll do is chop up the food but it won’t allow for it to move down the pipes.
Another thing that can help is to grind ice cubes or lemon peel pieces and throw them down the disposal. This is a great way to clean or help maintain a clean disposal.
If you find that you have a clog there are some simple things you can do if you feel comfortable doing them yourself. First, disconnect and remove the drain trap. When it is removed check for any clogs that you can see.
It might need to be cleaned with an auger if the clog is far in and you are unable to see it. If you need a quick fix, many plumbers in Utah will be able to help. Make sure they are reliable and will work with your schedule, day and night.
