5 home cleaning hacks to save time, Energy and the Planet

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Everyone loves a clean home, but as the weather gets nicer, many of us want to spend less time sprucing up and more time enjoying summer with family and friends. This is when a few good cleaning hacks play an important role.

1. Use ice to clean your garbage disposal

Use ice to clean your garbage disposal

Simply run a few ice cubes through the garbage disposal. The action of grinding up the ice cleans the blades and helps to dislodge any bits of food that have gotten stuck in the components. A lot of crud goes down your kitchen sink drain. If you have a garbage disposal, it can get dirty and stinky over time. The blades of the disposal system are dangerous to clean directly, so instead, toss in a few ice cubes. It will help you to clean the entire thing properly.

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