When kitchen sinks become clogged, they not only smell bad but the sink becomes difficult to use for cleaning, cooking, and other food-related tasks. The good news is that kitchen sink clogs can be prevented when you follow these tips from plumbers in Hillsboro, Oregon.
Tips to Avoid Kitchen Clogs
Pay attention to what you put into the garbage disposal. Food waste such as banana peels, celery, chicken skins, pasta, and potato skins should be thrown away or composted. Make sure all food waste gets rinsed through the drain after using the disposal by running cold water for 15 seconds to flush everything. Never pour liquid grease or cooking fat down the drain. Use a paper towel to wipe grease from pots and pans, then throw it away.
Cleaning Your Garbage Disposal
A clean garbage disposal also prevents kitchen clogs. So how do you keep your disposal clean? When nasty odors arise, follow these steps to freshen your disposal and eliminate odors:
- Ice cubes and lemon or orange rinds are great fresheners. Grind them in the disposal for at least 30 seconds.
- Use liquid dish detergent in the disposal while it is running.
- Get rid of food debris that causes odors by rinsing the disposal for a full 30 seconds after running it to make sure all food particles are rinsed away.
If you have a clog in your kitchen sink and need professional plumbing service, contact the expert plumbers in Hillsboro, Oregon, at Roth Heating & Cooling, Plumbing, Electrical, Drain Services.
