Say Goodbye to Garbage Disposal Funky Smells

How to Clean Your Garbage Disposal with Lemon, Vinegar, and Ice

If you've noticed an unpleasant smell wafting from your kitchen sink, your garbage disposal may be the culprit. Food residue and grease can build up over time, creating odors that just won’t go away — no matter how many times you run the water. Thankfully, you don’t need harsh chemicals to fix the problem. All you need is lemon, vinegar, and ice cubes — three simple, natural ingredients that can leave your garbage disposal clean, fresh, and functioning smoothly.

Why This Method Works

• Ice Cubes: Help dislodge stuck food particles and clean the blades.
• Vinegar: A natural disinfectant that breaks down grime and neutralizes odors.
• Lemon: Adds a fresh scent and the natural acidity helps with cleaning.

Step-by-Step: Clean Your Garbage Disposal Naturally

You’ll Need:

• 1 cup of white vinegar
• 1 lemon (cut into chunks)
• 1–2 cups of ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Toss in the Ice Cubes
   Pour the ice cubes into the disposal. The rough edges of the ice help scrape off any buildup or food residue stuck to the blades and sides of the unit.
2. Add the Lemon
   Cut your lemon into chunks (remove seeds if possible) and add them on top of the ice. Lemon not only smells great but also helps cut through grease naturally.
3. Pour in the Vinegar
   Slowly pour one cup of vinegar over the ice and lemon. You’ll hear a little fizzing — that’s the vinegar reacting and doing its job.
4. Run the Disposal
   Turn on the cold water and run the disposal for about 30–60 seconds. You’ll hear the grinding of the ice and smell the lemony freshness almost immediately!
5. Rinse
   Let cold water run for a few more seconds after switching off the disposal to rinse everything through the pipes.

Bonus Tip:

Do this once a week to keep your kitchen smelling fresh and your garbage disposal running smoothly.

At EH Clean, Inc., we believe in using safe and effective cleaning methods — and we’re here to help you maintain a clean and healthy home the smart way. For more home cleaning tips, or to schedule a professional deep clean, use the request and estimate form!

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