Trash Compactor

Routine Care Task

Clean inside compactor bin

This task helps prevent odors and rust.

Priority

Timing: February (yearly)

NOTE: The tasks and timings shown here for your Trash Compactor are based on a single-family home located in Massachusetts with a default set of home care goals and priorities.

If you setup your Home-Wizard personal home manager for a different location with different home care goals, your recommended home care program can have different tasks and timings for your {home feature}.

How To

Clean the bin and arm using warm water and mild detergent.

Dry the bin and ram thoroughly to prevent odors and rust. If rust has begun to form, then sand and repaint it.

Replace deodorizer sprays and disposable bags as necessary.

Helpful Accessories

Trash Compactor Deodorizer

Destroys tough odors on contact

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Trash Compactor Bag

It has unique slip-n-grip formula that prevents bags from slipping down into compactor

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Benefits

The benefits of this task are moderate. It helps to extend the useful life of your trash compactor.

Health & Safety
Avoiding Unscheduled Repairs
Maintaining Value
Appearance

Costs

The cost of this task is very low. It is estimated that this task should only take about 30 minutes to complete, and the task is relatively easy to do. No specialized tools are required.