The garbage disposal was discovered in 1927 by John Hammes and since then it has become a must have for every home and organisation.

How it works

For you to take good care of your garbage disposal you have to understand how it works. If you have an organization, it’s important that your staff understand how a commercial garbage disposal Arlington works.

The unit has a pair of impellers that push food against the sides of the canister where there are stationary blades that chop the garbage into small pieces.

The unit is powered by electricity. Before you turn it on, it’s recommended that you run cold water through it in order to wash pulverized particles down the drain. You should note that if you don’t run cold water through it food may get stuck between the rotor and the sides of the canister resulting into clogs.

Commercial Garbage disposal maintenance

For the unit to continue working effectively for a long time you have to take good care of it. One of the things that you need to do is to regularly clean it. The recommended way to clean it is to fill it with warm water and then add dish soap. You should let water sit for a few minutes and then drain it.

To kill mold and deodorize you should use lemons and small pieces of oranges.

In addition to cleaning the unit you also need to keep the blades sharp. To do it you should fill the canister with ice and ½ cup of kosher salt and then turn on the unit. Small bones and eggshells have also been shown to be very effective in sharpening the blades.

To disinfect and deodorize the blades you should use vinegar or baking soda.

Another commercial garbage disposal maintenance tip is to always dump edible items. This means that you shouldn’t dump onion skin, corn husks, or coffee grounds. You should also avoid starchy items. Bleach, drain cleaners and any other harsh chemicals aren’t good for your unit; therefore, you should avoid them.

What to do when the garbage disposal stops working

Even with the best maintenance, the garbage disposal will stop working. You should start by checking that the unit is properly plugged in and reset.

If the unit still doesn’t work after doing this, you should call a commercial garbage disposal repair professional to take a look at it. As rule of thumb you should ensure that the professional is certified and experienced.