How a Working Garbage Disposal Can Save the Day on Thanksgiving
Preparing a Thanksgiving meal is hard work and having a working garbage disposal is a convenient tool to make the day go smoothly. A clogged garbage disposal can be noisy and stinky. Before hosting a Thanksgiving meal, the homeowner should ensure that their garbage disposal is in proper working order.
They help during the cooking process and with the clean-up. If many guests are scraping leftover gravy and cranberry sauce down the drain, the garbage disposal will be a powerful tool in preventing clogged drains and pipes in the kitchen plumbing. Disposing of food waste with a garbage disposal system instead of in the trash can will prevent the kitchen from having a bad odor.
Garbage Disposals Are a Benefit to Kitchen Sink Plumbing
Garbage disposal installation can help homeowners to maintain a well-functioning kitchen plumbing system. One of the most common problems with kitchen sink plumbing is clogged drains from food waste. Garbage disposals process food scraps into small pieces that one can wash down the drain without causing clogs.
Over time food particles can build up in the pipes, grow mold, and cause plumbing issues such as foul odor from the kitchen sink or slow draining water. Chemical drain cleaners are full of toxins that are harmful to be exposed to. It is best to avoid the drain cleaner and invest in high-quality garbage disposal services to maintain the kitchen plumbing.
Garbage Disposal Gratitude
To show gratitude to their garbage disposal, homeowners should keep it clean and well maintained. The garbage disposal will return the favor by staying in good working order for longer. Having the garbage disposal inspected by a plumber regularly can help to prevent problems from developing. Fixing plumbing problems early on will help to prevent small issues from turning into bigger problems.
Tips for Garbage Disposal Maintenance:
- Run the garbage disposal every few days to prevent rust
- Avoid pouring oils and grease down the drain
- Avoid putting hard or fibrous foods down the drain
- Soft food pieces and ice cubes are fine for garbage disposals
- Leave repairs up to a professional
- Never put a hand in the garbage disposal to pull out a clog
- Avoid drain cleaners
- Hot water can make grease clogs worse
- Use ice cubes, rock salt, vinegar, and baking soda to clean the garbage disposal every two weeks
Warning Signs of a Broken Garbage Disposal 
If the garbage disposal is making a loud noise, failing to process food scraps, or smells rotten, it may need garbage disposal repair.
- Loud grinding, clicking, or any abnormal noises
- Rotten, moldy, or foul smell
- Not powering on or randomly shutting off
- It needs to be reset frequently
- Leaks under the kitchen sink
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