Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Garbage Disposal During the Holidays

Protect the Garbage Disposal

The holiday season often brings joy and festivities, but it also means an increase in kitchen activities. With more cooking and entertaining, the garbage disposal works harder than usual, and if it fails during this time of the year, the resulting mess could put a significant damper on the holiday spirit. 

The garbage disposal plays a crucial role in managing kitchen waste, but it faces a heavier workload during the holidays. So, it's essential to be mindful of the following tips to maximize garbage disposal performance this holiday season and ensure it continues operating smoothly. 

Keep Certain Food Waste Out of the Disposal

One thing that some homeowners may not realize is that garbage disposals are not made to handle most food scraps and waste. They are also not equipped to handle large volumes of food simultaneously, even if the type of food is okay to go into the garbage disposal. 

Some specific items to discard in the trash instead of sending down the garbage disposal are: 

• Fibrous foods like celery, artichokes, and asparagus 
• Potato peels
• Bones
• Fruit pits
• Coffee grounds
• Eggshells and seafood shells
• Cooking oil and grease

Use Cold Water and Ice for the System

Another way to keep the garbage disposal safe from problems is to run cold water from the kitchen faucet when using the disposal. Running cold water through a garbage disposal unit while it's operating and afterward is a crucial practice for maintaining the unit's functionality. Cold water helps to solidify any grease or oils that may have entered the system, allowing the unit to break them up more effectively before they can adhere to the blades or the interior surfaces.

Moreover, the continual flow of water carries the ground-up debris down the drain, preventing it from lingering in the unit and causing potential blockages. Using ice cubes can also be beneficial as they not only assist in cleaning the blades but can also dislodge stuck food particles. 

Hire Professionals for Garbage Disposal Services

Garbage disposal repair and replacement is a job for professionals. Garbage disposals can be dangerous when improperly handled, so let the experts handle them. Some signs a plumber is needed to service the garbage disposal are:

• The garbage disposal is humming
• The garbage disposal reset button keeps tripping
• Water leaks from the garbage disposal
• Poor performance
• Persistent bad smells
• Frequent clogs

If these signs are noticed, experts can safely make a diagnosis and perform repairs or a garbage disposal replacement. 

About Roman Plumbing Inc.

Roman Plumbing Inc. is a family-owned and operated company serving New Port Richey, FL, and the surrounding areas. They provide upfront pricing, fast turnarounds, and easy scheduling. Call them today for garbage disposal repair and replacement in New Port Richey, FL. 

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