Plumbers expose what not to put in the garbage disposal-- and individuals are puzzled

( NEXSTAR) - - As appealing as it may be, don't throw all your food waste down the garbage disposal, pipes experts say..

In a viral TikTok video posted on Oct. 18, employees at Prime Plumbing in Baltimore, Maryland, exposed what you should never ever put in the kitchen home appliance - - and it caused rather a stir in the comment area.

To be reasonable, the company did say that "some answers may surprise you.".

One plumber said chicken bones are a big no-no, which wasn't too shocking. Less-than-obvious foods his co-workers discussed consisted of rice, potatoes, and eggshells.

" I was always told eggshells cleaned and honed blades," one user composed..

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The company reacted in another video, stating that's a myth, and recommended putting them in a garden compost bin rather.

Other plumbing professionals in the original video quipped that you ought to prevent putting food in that part of the kitchen sink completely. It triggered another commenter to ask: "So why have a garbage disposal then?".

A 2020 article from Consumer Reports discussed that the term "waste disposal unit" is misinforming given that it can't manage all types of waste. Despite the fact that the blades can grind through nearly anything, you might experience plumbing issues depending on the type of food you deal with.

Specialists told Consumer Reports that fats, oils, and grease ought to never ever go in the disposal.

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David Duest, director of the Deer Island Treatment Plant in Boston, said these liquids might eventually congeal and clog up the water system.

Big quantities of starchy foods and fibrous veggies (like celery, corn husks, and asparagus) may likewise trigger obstructions.

While eggshells may appear harmless, they don't disintegrate quickly. If you keep placing them in the disposal, gradually, those bits can accumulate and block the drain. This can happen with coffee grounds and shellfish too, according to experts.

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What can you put in the disposal?

The Georgia-based business Trinity Plumbing noted on its website that citrus rinds, prepared meat scraps (not large bones), wet canned pet or feline food, and practically all fruits are safe.

The business said disposals can last for about 10 years or two with excellent care.