The garbage disposal is often one of the most-used appliances in the kitchen. It’s also the most abused. “Foreign objects in the disposal is the most common issue,” said Kevin Harner of Kevin Harner ...

Having a garbage disposal can be really convenient for dealing with everyday food scraps, but only if you know how to use it!

You probably spend almost no time thinking about the disposal in your kitchen sink right up until the garbage disposal is not working. Just as soon as that sink drain backs up, figuring out how to fix ...

Using ice in a garbage disposal helps scrape away any food residue and buildup where a cleaning brush can't reach. Throw in some citrus peels when using the ice method to eliminate any foul odors and ...

Use baking soda, vinegar, hot water, ice, and citrus to clean and deodorize your garbage disposal. Avoid harsh chemicals; use cold water, salt, or a drain snake for tough clogs. Don’t pour grease or ...

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It's not designed to grind up everything. Garbage disposals are designed to handle small amounts of food. Avoid large amounts of food, plus eggshells, coffee grounds, grease, starchy foods, bones, and ...

When was the last time you cleaned your garbage disposal? It’s likely been too long since its last wipe-down, but now’s as good a time as ever to start fresh with your garbage disposal cleaning ...

The garbage disposal is going to get lots of use over the holidays and Any Hour Services want to give you options for troubleshooting before you need to call a plumber. Mike Wilson with Any Hour ...

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