Garbage disposals have become unavoidable components of all modern houses. Garbage disposals supply a resolution for waste that could otherwise create a mess or bad odor. Waste that might otherwise clutter up the sink and obstruct piping becomes rinsed cleanly down the drain. Garbage disposals just make things simpler, and act as integral pieces to the dish-washing operation.
However, a clogged or broken garbage disposal becomes a notable problem. Unpleasant scents and unhealthy conditions will become the consequence of refuse that otherwise could become rinsed down the drain. Compromised garbage disposals can even become a safety threat.The area experts at Grateful Plumber are available for maintenance or installation and garbage disposal repair in Indianapolis, IN. Phone 317-677-4918 today. Our team’s trustworthy, respected garbage disposal offerings will make everything effortless.
Things You Ought Never Place Down A Garbage Disposal
Garbage disposals typically don’t take much in the manner of maintenance. A garbage disposal’s prime operation depends more on practices to avoid than pursue. If you put the wrong thing down the drain, you will need to have garbage disposal repair. You will keep the device in the best condition if you avoid putting the following down the drain.
Fibrous Foods: As a general rule of thumb, you should avoid placing certain fibrous items down the disposal. The purpose for this rests on the inclination of fibers to tangle about the blades of the disposal and overwork the motor. Corn husks, carrots, asparagus, lettuce, celery, onion skins, and artichokes each supply illustrations of this type of food.To place fibrous items down the drain, place small amounts accompanied with cold water.
Starchy Foods: Another variety of item, starches, should also engender trouble for a garbage disposal. Starches will take in water, swell, and eventually transform into a paste-like substance. This coagulated paste can hinder your device’s correct activity, and can gradually create a clog for the pipes. Potatoes, rice, beans, and pasta each stand as foods to never place in your disposal.
Oil and Grease: Perhaps the most crucial food to not run down garbage disposals, grease and oil result in significant issues and cause you to need garbage disposal repair. Not only can these substances coat the disposal blades and render them less potent, but also can collect and obstruct your drain. Over time, oil and grease can begin to rot and smell bad from its presence in your pipes.
Putting Eggshells In the Garbage Disposal Will Cause it to Malfunction.
Egg Shells: Groundless tales about their positive impact creates problems when it comes to egg shells. They don’t hone the teeth, and instead, make detritus that becomes marooned in your trap. As shells become broken down, they become a sand-like substance which has trouble running down the drain. Egg shells tend to become trapped inside your piping, where they will create a clog over time.
Schedule Garbage Disposal Repair
At Grateful Plumber, we stand as the area source for the maintenance of a garbage disposal in repair Indianapolis, IN. Entrust the local masters when it comes to repairing and replacement needs for this indispensable machine. You can reach us at 317-677-4918 right away for any inquiries or to schedule maintenance.
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Aug 19, 2025
Service was fantastic! Christian and Kyle did a great job replacing my faucet and sink in addition to replacing my existing garbage disposal. Grateful Plumber's communication was excellent, with flexible scheduling. So appreciate how quickly they could come out! Will absolutely save their number for all future needs!