Tag: Kitchen Plumbing Tips
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Eggshells Disposal Myth: The Truth About Cleaning Garbage Disposals
Quick Answer No, the Eggshells Disposal Myth is not true. Eggshells do not sharpen or clean garbage disposal blades. Instead, the shell fragments and membrane can build up inside the disposal and drains, increasing the risk of clogs and unnecessary plumbing repairs. Introduction Many homeowners have heard that throwing eggshells into the garbage disposal is…
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Hot Water Grease Myth: The Truth About Grease in Drains
Grease disposal is one of the most common plumbing topics homeowners ask me about. One piece of advice seems to come up over and over again: simply run hot water when pouring grease down the drain and everything will be fine. Unfortunately, that advice has caused countless drain blockages that I have repaired over the…
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Lemon Clean Garbage Disposal Myth: The Truth About Citrus Peels
Quick Answer No, the Lemon Clean Garbage Disposal Myth is not completely true. Lemon peels can temporarily make your garbage disposal smell fresher, but they do not actually clean the unit and, in some cases, they can contribute to clogs or unnecessary wear. Introduction One of the most common pieces of kitchen plumbing advice is…
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Garbage Disposal Ice Myth: Does Ice Really Sharpen Blades?
Quick Answer No, ice cubes do not sharpen garbage disposal blades because most garbage disposals do not actually have sharp blades. Ice can help remove light buildup and clean certain components, but it cannot sharpen the metal grinding surfaces inside the unit. Introduction Many homeowners have heard the advice that throwing a handful of ice…
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Overloaded Garbage Disposals That Destroy Kitchen Drains
You finish dinner and scrape everything into the garbage disposal. Potato peels, celery, pasta, rice, bones, and coffee grounds disappear down the drain. At first, everything seems fine. However, a few days later, the sink drains slowly and foul odors begin coming from the kitchen drain. Many homeowners unknowingly create overloaded garbage disposals that destroy…