Has your garbage disposal stopped working? Before you run to the nearest home improvement store to buy a replacement, consider calling Simi Valley Plumber Pros for top-rated, professional repairs. Not every malfunction with a garbage disposal requires replacement. Sometimes, all you need is a qualified technician to take a look, make a few adjustments and you’re up and running again in no time at all.
Sure, garbage disposals can be tough, but they can also be particular. If you’re feeding your disposal food waste that it isn’t designed to gobble up, you could end up with a very unhappy appliance on your hands. Keep reading for tips on how to best use this wonderfully convenient, kitchen appliance.
Tips for Keep the Garbage Disposal Repairman Away
Of course we’re always there to help you in your time of need, but we get it. We know you’d rather not spend money on repairs if they can be prevented. The good news is that most disposal repairs can be avoided by taking certain precautions with your appliance.
• Don’t stuff your disposal with food. Whether you have a batch feed or continuous feed disposal, you don’t want to pack the appliance food. A little bit of food at a time is the general rule for preventing obstructions and motor burnout.
• Limit the type of food waste you place in your disposal. Do not grind up large chicken bones, coffee grounds, potato skins, and other fibrous material like celery and corn husks. The only food that should go in a disposal is food that comes off your plate after you’ve eaten dinner or excess food from cooking utensils. That’s it folks!
• Run cold water when you use the disposal to help food move past the propeller blades and through the pipes. This also helps harden any accidental cooking grease that may have found its way into the disposal.
Garbage Disposal Installation
Not sure if you need repairs or a new disposal? We can help you answer that question. If your disposal’s motor is damaged, you’ll probably need to replace the appliance. Also, if the appliance is older than 10 years, it’s in your best financial interest to skip repairs and install new disposal.
Our specialized plumbers in Simi Valley, California are equipped to provide you with outstanding plumbing service no matter whether you need garbage disposal repair or replacement or you need an entirely different service like toilet repair or installation. Call us today and we’ll discuss your individual situation to help you decide which option is best for you.
