Garbage Disposal Tips
Tips to Prevent Garbage Disposal Mishaps
One of the main reasons kitchen drains back up in Mesa AZ, Chandler AZ, and the surrounding areas is of all the stuff people cram down them. Thinking their garbage disposal will take care of it. Although a garbage disposal is designed to grind up kitchen waste, they are not equipped to handle every type of food-based product.
Never Put These Types of Foods
Down Your Garbage Disposal:
- #1. Starchy vegetable peels (like potatoes/carrots)
- #2. Starchy foods, like pasta, rice, or raw flour
- #3. Stringy vegetables (like celery)
- #4. Fat, grease, or any type of oil
- #5. New or used coffee grounds or tea leaves
How To Avoid Clogged Garbage Disposals
There are a few things homeowners in the Mesa AZ area can do to lessen the chance of a garbage disposal blockage. These simple solutions include:
- Keeping the Water Running for 15-30 Seconds: After running your garbage disposal, keep the water running for 15-30 seconds after you turn your disposal off. This will help flush out any remaining food waste.
- Adding a Food Stopper: Even if you don’t have a garbage disposal, a food stopper is a must-have. This small strainer-like contraption is placed over your drain to stop anything but liquid from flowing through down into your drain.
- Regularly Rinsing Your Drains: Create a mixture of warm water and vinegar once a month. Pour this down the drain. Then, turn the hot water on to wash the bubbling liquid throughout your plumbing system. This will help dislodge any debris and keep your drains clear.
- If Your Sink is Draining Slowly, Try This: Pour a cup of baking soda down your drain. Follow it with a cup of vinegar. This will cause a chemical reaction that bubbles up. Let it sit for a couple of minutes and then run your hot water for 1-3 minutes.
If you have a stubborn clog in your kitchen that won’t clear or a clog that keeps coming back, you may have a blockage further down the line that will need a professionally trained plumber to take care of. Give John’s Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing a call at 480.649.1000 and we’ll get your kitchen sink or garbage disposal draining smoothly in no time.
Getting Water Flowing Again in Mesa AZ
When it comes to plumbing in Chandler AZ, few things are as important as the drain. This isn’t only where wastewater flows out but also serves as the link between your fixtures and the rest of your pipes. So, when your garbage disposal becomes clogged, it won’t take long to notice that there’s an issue. Whether the problem is big or small, it’s important to give it immediate attention.
Clogged drains can cause lowered water pressure and complications throughout your plumbing system. These universal symptoms can make it difficult to pinpoint the origin of the problem. Luckily, as someone who lives in the Gilbert AZ area, you have access to John’s Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing’s plumbing experts. Our local plumber will quickly pinpoint the root cause of your clog or drain problem and present a customized solution.
Kitchen sinks must be properly draining for a functional home. If you notice yours is refusing to drain or is draining slowly, give us a call at 480.649.1000 or click the schedule form. Our local plumbers will arrive promptly and uncover the source of the issue. We’ll then clear the clog and test it for any other issues.
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Our plumbing company understands how important it is to keep the plumbing in your home or business operating efficiently. That is why all of our plumbers undergo regular training to equip them with the latest tools and discoveries. Through this, they become better able to spot and diagnose problems throughout your plumbing system. As a locally-operated company based out of Mesa AZ, we are familiar with the plumbing structure and needs of homes like yours. To experience our difference firsthand, we invite you to schedule an appointment by calling 480.649.1000 or clicking to schedule here.