Garbage Disposal

A garbage disposal is a key component of a modern kitchen, making it easier to manage food waste while keeping your drains clear. However, improper use or lack of maintenance can lead to clogs, jams, and costly repairs. At Sierra Pacific Home & Comfort, Inc., we provide expert garbage disposal installation, repair, and maintenance services to ensure your system runs efficiently and lasts for years.

What Can I Put in My Garbage Disposal?

While garbage disposals are designed to break down food waste, not everything belongs in them. To keep your disposal running smoothly and avoid clogs, it’s important to know what can and cannot go down the drain. Safe items include small food scraps, citrus peels, and soft vegetable matter. These break down easily and won’t cause damage to the blades or motor.

However, certain materials should never go in your garbage disposal. Fibrous foods like celery, corn husks, and potato peels can tangle around the blades, causing jams. Grease, oil, and fats should also be avoided, as they can solidify in your pipes and lead to blockages. Hard items like bones, fruit pits, and eggshells can dull the blades and strain the motor, reducing the lifespan of your disposal.

At Sierra Pacific Home & Comfort, Inc., we educate homeowners on proper garbage disposal use and provide professional repairs when needed. If your disposal is jammed, making unusual noises, or struggling to grind food waste, our team can diagnose the issue and restore it to full working condition.

Preventing Garbage Disposal Issues

Preventative maintenance is key to extending the life of your garbage disposal and avoiding costly repairs. One of the simplest ways to maintain your disposal is by running cold water while it’s in use. Cold water helps solidify grease and fat, allowing the disposal to break them down more easily before they reach your pipes.

Regular cleaning also keeps your disposal running efficiently. Grinding small ice cubes and citrus peels helps sharpen the blades and eliminate odors. Avoid using harsh chemical drain cleaners, as they can corrode the internal components of your disposal and lead to premature failure.

If you notice persistent clogs, slow draining, or strange noises coming from your disposal, it may be time for professional service. At Sierra Pacific Home & Comfort, Inc., we offer expert garbage disposal repairs, replacements, and installations to keep your kitchen plumbing in top condition. Whether you need a quick fix or a brand-new unit, our skilled plumbers are here to help.

Schedule an appointment with Sierra Pacific Home & Comfort, Inc. today—The Guys in the Big Red Trucks!