When people call for garbage disposal repair, it’s not unusual that the issue at hand was caused by improper use. These appliances require certain care to remain in top working order and promote functioning plumbing. Here are a few do’s and don’ts to follow to keep your appliance in top shape for years to come.

Do:

Run the cold water.

Pouring hot water into the garbage disposal while running it can cause grease to clog the drain. Instead, run it with cold water to minimize the potential for these problems and encourage everything in the drain to move downward into the sewer or septic tank.

Add dish soap.

Soap is slippery and can make for an excellent mixer as you siphon scraps into the garbage disposal. Adding a little soap with each batch of scraps can make them go down easier and promote cleanliness while improving the smell.

Use the trash can.

Keep using the trash for nonorganic items and materials that can damage the garbage disposal, like bones, eggshells, pasta, or fibrous produce. For instance, banana peels, asparagus, and celery can all wrap around the blades and create the need for garbage disposal repair.

Don’t:

Forget to clean the disposal.

You can mitigate the risk of garbage disposal damage by simply cleaning the appliance on a weekly basis. Do so by grinding up ice cubes, vinegar, and citrus to clean the blades and add a fresh scent.

Pour grease down the drain.

If you make something greasy, don’t pour leftover oil and fats down the drain. These substances can build up and clog the disposal, as well as the pipes. Plus, hot grease is dangerous and could overheat the disposal and harm the motor. Instead, pour these substances into containers before placing them in the trash.

Reach into it with your hands.

If something slips into the disposal, don’t stick your hand inside to retrieve the item. Even if the disposal isn’t on at the moment, you could injure yourself on the blades. 

 

If you need garbage disposal repair, contact Complete Appliance Service, serving northern Kentucky and the Greater Cincinnati, OH, area. The appliance technicians have been in business since 1980, providing efficient and friendly same-day service for ovens, refrigerators, dishwashers, microwaves, dryers, and garbage disposals. Call (513) 661-3708 to schedule garbage disposal repairs today, or visit their website for information on their services.