Home maintenance tips to prevent garbage disposal clogs

Homeowners are advised to take precautions with kitchen garbage disposals during the autumn months to avoid seasonal breakdowns. Common fall foods, such as pumpkin and squash guts, potato peels, corn husks, and bones, can cause clogs or jam the unit's impellers due to their stringy, starchy, or fibrous textures.

To maintain functionality through the holiday season, users should avoid feeding these specific items into the disposal, as they can lead to volume overload or mechanical failure.