7 Things To Never Put Into A Garbage Disposal

Q: I think one of our kids somehow damaged our garbage disposal. What do you think happened? Kenny, North Arlington, NJ

A: I’m not a big fan of garbage disposals because they give people a false sense of security and encourage them to act recklessly. There are many items that can create clogs or cause damage if you put them into a garbage disposal. Here is a list of 7 things you should never put into a garbage disposal:

1. Bones & Shells (can’t be ground safely)
2. Coffee grounds (clump and form clogs)
3. Fruit pits (can’t be ground)
4. Corn husks & and celery (catch in the disposal blades)
5. Grease (hardens in pipes)
6. Large pieces of food (often form clogs)
7. Starchy foods like pasta, rice, beans, and oatmeal (can expand when wet and cause clogs)

Thanks for your question, Kenny.

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