09/24/2026
🛠️ What NOT to Put Down Your Garbage Disposal!
Your garbage disposal is designed to handle certain food scraps, but putting the wrong things down it can cause clogs, damage, and expensive plumbing repairs. Help protect your pipes and keep your disposal running smoothly! 👇
🚫 Things You Should NEVER Put Down Your Garbage Disposal:
❌ Grease, Oil & Fat – These can build up inside your pipes, causing stubborn clogs and sewer backups.
❌ Grease from Cooking – Even when poured in liquid, it can cool and harden inside your plumbing.
❌ Coffee Grounds – They can collect in your pipes and contribute to blockages.
❌ Eggshells – The membranes and small particles can cause buildup and aren't beneficial to your plumbing.
❌ Rice & Pasta – These absorb water and expand, potentially creating clogs.
❌ Potato Peels – They can turn into a thick, starchy paste that contributes to blockages.
❌ Bones & Hard Food Scraps – These can damage the disposal blades and motor.
❌ Fibrous Foods – Celery, corn husks, onion skins, and other stringy materials can wrap around the disposal components.
❌ Chemicals & Drain Cleaners – These can damage plumbing components and create safety hazards.
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