Garbage Disposal Repair and Installation

Garbage disposals should break down debris from food and other organic materials before they hurt your plumbing system. Tiny blades located within the disposal cut up debris until the pieces are much smaller, preventing clogs from forming in the pipes. The standard garbage disposal is energy efficient, needing less water and electricity to function.

If something goes wrong, it’s usually because of an electrical issue or improper use. The most important thing to know about your garbage disposal is to learn what food waste shouldn’t go in it. United Plumbing Company technicians give your disposal a full assessment of the problem to ensure a long-term solution.

1. Your Garbage Disposal Isn’t Turning On

If your disposal won’t start, try hitting the reset button located on the unit. If nothing happens, it’s routinely thanks to electrical problem or because the blades are stuck. Damaged wiring may not be safe to inspect and repair, so we suggest leaving garbage disposal repair to skilled technicians.

2. The Blades Aren’t Moving Even Though the Motor Is

If you hear the disposal but the blades fail to start spinning, it could be an electrical error, a problem with the motor, or another malfunction affecting the blades. For safety reasons, we make sure the disposal is off before determining why the blades aren’t working.

Every now and then, a hard piece of food debris is stuck inside the disposal, catching the blades and preventing rotation. These blades are sharp and capable of injury, so make sure never to reach into a garbage disposal if you aren’t certain it’s turned off and unplugged.

3. Leaks

Leaking is a telltale sign your disposal may be damaged. When foreign objects are hard enough, it may damage internal components and potentially spring a leak. Unexplained water damage can also be a sign there’s something wrong with the disposal. If you find mold or mildew close to drain, the garbage disposal may be to blame.