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Garbage Disposal Tips, Tricks, and Myths
Your mom may have told you to throw cut-up citrus into your garbage disposal to help get rid of odors and to clean the appliance. In theory, this might make sense, but the peels can also clog up your pipes. If you’re trying to keep your garbage disposal smelling fresh, pour a small amount of lemon juice into it instead.
Another common myth you may have heard growing up is to run hot water when using the disposal. For some reason, this seems to make sense to people, but ideally, you should use cold water. This is because the cold water will help any grease or fat coagulate or harden, which allows the blade to chop it up. Hot water allows for grease to liquefy only to cool down further in your pipes causing a blockage. However, don’t take this advice as a green light to pour grease into the drain!
Finally, the ‘blades’ don’t need to be sharpened; they act similarly to a cheese grater, and attempting to sharpen them with ice or salt will cause more harm than good.
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Perks of Professional Installation
Let’s face it, installing a garbage disposal can be a real pain. You’re dealing with pipes, electricity, and water–the last of those two don’t mix well. Having one of our professionals install your new garbage disposal will allow the job to be done quickly and correctly. We have the tools and knowledge needed to complete the installation with ease. This means you won’t have to deal with the guesswork or buying tools and supplies. It also means that it’ll be installed the right way the first time!
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Make the Right Call, Call Towers Plumbing
At Towers Plumbing, we pride ourselves on being friendly and service-oriented. These two traits aren’t what makes us the best. It’s a fact that we have taken the time to learn about each potential plumbing problem and stay abreast of plumbing technology. Combining all of these features you will find that we are the best company for any plumbing job!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What can I put down my garbage disposal?
Garbage disposals are convenient and can simplify kitchen cleanup, but they are not meant for all types of food waste. Ideally, you should minimize the amount of solid waste you put down your disposal. Disposals are best used for handling small food scraps that inadvertently enter the drain. Here are some items that are generally safe to put in your garbage disposal:
- Soft food leftovers
- Ice cubes
- Citrus peels
- Coffee grounds
Q: What can I do about a bad smell coming from my garbage disposal?
If you notice an unpleasant odor emanating from your garbage disposal, here are several methods to eliminate it:
- Run cold water through the disposal for a few seconds to ensure all food particles are flushed out.
- Use ice cubes to scrape and clean out any remaining food residue inside.
- Pour a half cup of baking soda followed by a cup of vinegar down the disposal. This combination can help neutralize odors effectively.
- Grind a cut-up lemon or orange in the disposal to leave a fresh scent.
- Consider using a bioproduct designed to break down and digest residual food particles causing odors.