10 Things You Should Never Put Down the Garbage Disposal
Save them for the trash bin—and save your garbage disposal’s motor
If you were fortunate enough to have a garbage disposal when you were growing up, you probably weren’t very careful about what you threw into it. After all, that scary motor seemed to take care of just about anything. Over time, though, you may have learned that garbage disposals are just as susceptible to clogs and breakdowns as other appliances. Now that you’re older and wiser, take care not to throw these 10 items down yours.
1. Non-Organic Trash
It might seem obvious, but plastic and metal can seriously damage your garbage disposal blades. Even smaller items like paper and cigarette butts can wreak havoc.
2. Grease and Animal Fat
Once it passes through the disposal, this stuff can congeal in your pipes. This often has devastating effects for your plumbing system.
3. Rice, Pasta and Other Starches
This stuff expands dramatically when soaked and is … Read Full Post »