Replacing a garbage disposal comes with considerable expense, not to mention inconvenience. Keep your garbage disposer at its best by following these tips.
1. Don’t dispose of hard items.
Harder items, such as bones and peach pits, damage the garbage disposal. Put these items in the garbage can.
2. Cold water is best.
When running your garbage disposal, opt for cold water instead of hot water. Hot water melts oils and fats, causing them to adhere to pipes and clog your plumbing.
3. Take care of odors.
If you notice a foul odor coming from your garbage disposal, run a few slices of lemon or orange through the system to get rid of the smell.
4. Keep blades sharp.
Sharpen your garbage disposal blades by running some ice cubes through on a regular basis.
5. Know when to call a professional.
If your garbage disposal isn’t working properly, and you can’t find the source of the problem on your own, call a professional plumber. Many plumbers even offer emergency service for clients who need a quick fix.
Gogo Rooter can help diagnose your plumbing issues and come up with an effective, fast plan to get your drain working. Call or email us today at (408)-282-7027 for friendly plumbing service!
