Why Does My Garbage Disposal Stink and How to Fix it
It’s horrible when you’re trying to do some dishes but can’t even concentrate because of the disgusting smell wafting from the garbage disposal. Small food particles can get stuck in the garbage disposal and when they start to break down, they naturally release a gross smell that can permeate your entire kitchen. This rotting food can get stuck on the blade or under the rubber lid, and the smell can eventually become absolutely unbearable.
If you’re thinking enough is enough, the good news is that this smell can be eliminated rather quickly and inexpensively. You don’t have to keep putting up with a stinky garbage disposal!
Freshen up with citrus and ice cubes
One effective, inexpensive way to freshen up your garbage disposal is by cutting up a fresh lemon, orange, or lime and grinding it up in your disposal. This eliminates the nasty odor and actually makes your garbage disposal smell good. Also try grinding up some ice cubes in your disposal to get rid of any large food particles that may be stuck onto it.
Vinegar is all the rage
Vinegar seems to be a buzzword in terms of its cleaning power these days, and it also works wonders for your garbage disposal. Just pour some about a half a cup of vinegar and cold water in your garbage disposal with the motor running and you’ll notice a difference right away.
Get some elbow grease in there
Bust out an old toothbrush and scrub under the garbage disposal rubber lid. Just using some soap, water, and a brush to remove food particles is a very effective way of cleaning your garbage disposal. So many people don’t even think about cleaning this kitchen appliance that gets used every day, but when you take care of it properly, your kitchen will always smell so much better, and you’ll have the peace of mind that nothing is rotting in your garbage disposal. That’s definitely worth a little scrubbing!
Got any other garbage disposal issues?
If you’re having any other problems with your garbage disposal, enlist the garbage disposal experts at Authorized Appliance Repair . We are Southern California’s appliance repair experts in San Bernardino, Riverside, and Los Angeles counties. You can count on us for fast, affordable service that will make you a loyal customer for many years to come.
We service:
- Refrigerators and freezers
- Garbage disposals and compactor
- Dishwashers
- Ovens and stovetops
- Washers and dryers
We can also take care of your replacement water filters and ordering new parts for your appliances. We service just about every brand, including Maytag, KitchenAid, Kenmore, General Electric, and so much more.
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