Keeping Your Phoenix Kitchen Clean: A Guide to Garbage Disposal Care and Services

A functional garbage disposal is a cornerstone of a convenient and hygienic kitchen, especially in a busy city like Phoenix, AZ. It efficiently handles food waste, preventing unpleasant odors and keeping your plumbing clear. However, like any hardworking appliance, garbage disposals can encounter problems. Knowing how to maintain your unit and when to call a professional can save you from messy situations and costly repairs.

Understanding Your Garbage Disposal

Your garbage disposal works by using rapidly spinning impellers (not blades, despite common belief!) to force food waste against a grinding ring, pulverizing it into tiny particles that can be flushed down the drain. While incredibly useful, they aren't designed for everything. Bones, fibrous materials like celery stalks or corn husks, fruit pits, grease, and coffee grounds can all wreak havoc on your unit over time, leading to clogs, jams, or even motor failure.

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