| Putting Vegetables Down The Disposal is fine, Or Is IT? |
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| Written by Ken Henry |
| Thursday, 11 March 2010 16:55 |
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Though it is called a garbage disposal, there are some things, however much you are convinced that they are garbage, which you should not put down one. If it breaks down, and the home insurance man comes around, if you have put any of the following down there then he may well refuse to pay out on the basis that your negligence caused the damage.
It may be a garbage disposal, but there are some things, however much you are convinced that they are garbage, which you should keep out of it. When the kitchen floor is flooded, plumbing has gone bust, and you have to call in the home insurance man, if you have put any of the following down there then he may well refuse to pay out on the basis that your negligence caused the damage. Paper - The inside machinery gets clogged up as soon as the paper gets wet. Plastic - Quite simply, this is too tough for a garbage disposal to be able to process. Poop - Dog poop will not damage it, but just create a bad smell; however, diapers will cause a big problem. Bones - Even small ones a problem because they get wedged in the disposal tube. Eggshells - They might be easy to crack but they are not so easy to turn into pulp. Grease - It will stick to, and build up on the disposal tube. Stringy Vegetables - These do not do well in the garbage disposal because they become balls that clog the entire system up. Coffee Grounds - A little at a time you might get away with but not a whole basket full. Fruit Seeds - Do not put fruit pits in there as they will not go anywhere. Shrimp Shells - They create a bad smell and do not easy turn into pulp. Rice & Noodles - This one is a surprise to most people, but its a starch will give your garbage disposal indigestion. You must be wondering - so what can I put in there? Anything that is easily chopped up and blended is fine. Apply some common sense and follow the golden rule - "If in doubt, keep it out". Now you are aware of what items to keep out of your garbage disposal, here are some additional tips to keep your garbage disposal in top condition... - Regularly pour water down it. - Throw some ice in there - it will freeze anything that may be stuck and knock it out. - Put lemon or lime juice in it to keep it smelling fresh. Doing all of the above will ensure that your garbage disposal remains in good working order. They are not cheap pieces of equipment so, to avoid an awkward conversation with an impossible home insurance man, make sure that you take care of your garbage disposal. DISCLAIMER: This article is provided as information only and is not to be taken as financial advice. Stop paying too much for your homeowners insurance! Visit http://www.henryinsurance.com now and let them find you a cheaper deal on your home insurance. |