"Will a food waste disposer damage my pipes?" This is one of the most common questions we hear. The truth is, when used correctly, a modern disposer is not just safe for your plumbing—it can actually contribute to cleaner drains. Let's separate fact from fiction and explore how to protect your pipes while enjoying the convenience of a disposer.

Is your kitchen's hardest worker showing its age? Like any appliance, food waste disposers have a lifespan. While regular maintenance can extend their years, there comes a point when an upgrade isn't just a luxury—it's a necessity for a functional, peaceful kitchen. Here are five telltale signs that your old disposer is ready for retirement.

Meet Alex and Taylor, sustainability advocates living in a compact apartment in Berlin. They diligently recycled and composted, but urban living presented unique challenges. "Our building didn't have a centralized compost system," Alex explains. "Storing food scraps in our small kitchen before taking them to a community drop-off point was messy and sometimes... fragrant." Their quest for a hygienic and efficient solution led them to the Wasteclean FCD-723 Food Waste Disposer.