Garbage Disposal Do's and Don'ts

November is finally here! As we embrace Fall and the temperatures drop we want to make sure our kitchen pipes are in optimal shape. We sometimes make the mistake of dropping just about anything down the garbage disposal, but did you know this could clog your pipes somewhere down the line? Grease and Waste that is hard to break up with the garbage disposal will sometimes accumulate and clog inside your kitchen sink pipes. This causes not only water to not flow, but can make unwanted odors come back out.

The simplest way to prevent a clog from happening is to dispose of scraps in the waste basket and some scraps, that can be handled, in the garbage disposal. We have compiled a lists of garbage disposal do’s and don’ts that we hope you'll find helpful:
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Food wASTE FOR GARBAGE DISPOSAL

• Egg Shells
• Cooked Meat Scraps
• Very Small Sized Bones
• Small Fruit Scraps/Citrus Rinds (these will actually help clean the pipes a bit and will even leave your drain smelling good)​

FOOD WASTE for the waste basket

• Pasta
• Potato Peels
• Large Bones
• Banana Peels
• Onion Skins
• Very fibrous vegetables
• Grease!!! (Just about anything with grease will leave behind residue and build up to cause a clog)

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Ultimately, aside from these examples, you be the judge. If you’re struggling to get something down, it probably doesn’t belong there. If you do find yourself with a clogged kitchen sink, don’t hesitate to call us at 214-328-7371 and we’ll do the work while you stay cozy!

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If you’re in Dallas and find yourself face-to-face with this problem, please call us at: 214-328-7371. One of our certified plumbing technicians is ready to assist you 24/7. Offer valid from 11/1/20 - 12/31/20.​