Common Garbage Disposal Issues

Leaky disposal: A broken pipe or damage to the disposal could cause it to leak into the space under the sink. Water damage, mold and other problems can result. We’ll assess the problem and offer you the most cost-effective solution.

Complete breakdown: If the disposal doesn’t turn on, it may need to be reset. Tripped circuit breakers may also be the cause. If the motor has failed, we can replace the unit with a new model.

Jamming: Food and other items can clump together and jam your disposal, rendering it useless. Jams can often be cleared without any additional garbage disposal repair.

Noise: Is your garbage disposal making strange noises — whirring or clicking? Sometimes the motor needs to be replaced, but it’s often just a screw that needs tightening. Blades, bearings and other parts can become loose or worn; our trained plumbers will quickly diagnose your problem and offer you options.

Humming without disposing or draining: If your disposal makes a humming noise when turned on, the pipe or flywheel may be clogged. Our plumbers are usually able to remove the blockage to get things working properly again.