Cooking generates a lot of waste, and many homeowners make the mistake of flushing scraps down their kitchen sink. This can result in significant clogs and damage that require a plumber to repair. Fortunately, you can prevent these issues and enjoy many other benefits by installing a garbage disposal. The guide below offers a few reasons to make the upgrade.

Why Invest in a Garbage Disposal?

1. Offers Convenience

Collecting food scraps from counters and sinks takes time, and many homeowners get lazy and simply flush them down the drain. Garbage disposals are a convenient solution that you can leave running as you cook and clean up. Simply flush food scraps into the disposal, turn it on, and allow them to go safely down the drain.

2. Prevents Clogs

Larger food debris can create clogs in your system that require professional help from a plumber. Over time, clogs will worsen and can lead to burst pipes.

A garbage disposal lets you process larger scraps so they can be easily flushed through your system. However, not everything can go down the disposal. Starchy foods, coffee grounds, cooking grease, and other clog-causing scraps should go in the trash instead.

3. Maintains Cleanliness

Rotting food scraps in your trash can generate unpleasant odors, contain mold, and also create health issues for pets and small children if they ingest them. The same goes for food scraps that become trapped in your sink drain. But a garbage disposal easily disposes of these so you can keep your kitchen healthy.

4. Helps the Environment

When you toss food scraps into your trash, they inevitably end up in a landfill where they can sit for long periods of time. Processing this waste creates harmful green gases, which is why a garbage disposal is an eco-friendly alternative. Waste is safely treated in your septic tank or in the municipal water center, making a smaller impact on the environment.

Looking for a plumber to install your garbage disposal? Steve’s Plumbing & Heating is based in Wisconsin Rapids and serves customers throughout Wisconsin with a variety of services. They can tune up or repair your HVAC system, provide emergency repair services, or handle your plumbing needs. Call (715) 421-1800 to schedule an appointment, and visit their website to learn more about their services.