Garbage Disposal Repair and Installation

Garbage disposals are built to break down debris from food and other organic materials before they hurt your plumbing system. Compact blades housed within the disposal cut up debris into smaller pieces, preventing clogs from forming in the pipes. The standard garbage disposal is energy efficient, requiring smaller amounts water and electricity to function.

If something goes wrong, it’s most often a result of an electrical issue or improper use. The best way to avoid damaging your garbage disposal is to learn what can and can’t go into it. Freedom Heating & Cooling technicians find the root cause of the problem to ensure the same thing doesn’t happen again.

1. Your Disposal Isn’t Starting

If your disposal won’t start, try pushing the reset button located on the unit. If the disposal still won’t start, it’s usually because of electrical problem or because the blades can’t move. Damaged wiring may not be safe to inspect and repair, so we suggest leaving garbage disposal repair to skilled technicians.

2. The Motor Is Running, But the Blades Aren’t

If you hear the disposal but the blades aren’t actually spinning, it could be an electrical error, damage to the motor, or another malfunction somewhere internally. To avoid injury, we check that the disposal is off before looking for obstructions.

Occasionally, a stubborn piece of debris has gotten stuck inside the disposal, catching the blades and preventing rotation. Broken or malfunctioning blades are capable of injury, so never put your hand into the disposal if you aren’t certain it’s turned off and unplugged.

3. Leaks

A consistent leak can be a telltale sign there’s a problem with the disposal. As food waste solidifies and hardens, it may damage internal components and potentially spring a leak. Localized water damage is another way you might realize there’s something wrong with the disposal. If you find mold or mildew close to drain, the garbage disposal may be to blame.