Faulty Garbage Disposal
Faulty Garbage Disposal | Garbage Disposal Repair | Plumbing | Crab Orchard
When your kitchen sink growls, rattles, or refuses to drain, you need a local team that understands every nut, bolt, and blade hiding beneath the drain. HEP’s seasoned plumbers arrive in fully stocked vans, ready to diagnose clogs, leaks, electrical hiccups, or worn-out motors on the spot. We service all brands, offer honest up-front pricing, and back our craftsmanship with a satisfaction guarantee—so your Crab Orchard kitchen can get back to smooth, silent operation in a single visit.
From routine maintenance that keeps odors at bay to urgent garbage disposal repair after a midnight jam, HEP treats every job with the urgency of a kitchen in full swing. Call, text, or book online today, and discover why homeowners across Cumberland County trust our courteous pros to handle the mess while they get back to what matters most: cooking, gathering, and enjoying life at home.
FAQs
What are the most common signs that my garbage disposal needs professional repair?
Typical warning signs include persistent clogs, humming without grinding, water leaking from the unit or under the sink, foul odors that don’t clear with cleaning, the need to repeatedly press the reset button, and the disposal shutting off shortly after you turn it on. If you experience any of these issues in your Crab Orchard home, the motor, impellers, or electrical connections may be failing and should be inspected by a licensed plumber.
Can I reset or unclog my garbage disposal myself, or should I call a plumber?
You can safely try two basic steps before calling a professional: (1) Press the red reset button located on the bottom of the unit; (2) Use a wooden spoon handle or the manufacturer’s jam-buster wrench (never your hand) to manually turn the flywheel. If the unit is still jammed, is tripping the breaker, or shows signs of leakage, shut off power at the breaker panel and call our Crab Orchard disposal specialists. Continuing to force a stalled unit can burn out the motor or crack the housing.
What items should I keep out of the garbage disposal to prevent future problems?
Avoid fibrous foods such as celery, corn husks, and onion skins; hard items like bones, fruit pits, or seafood shells; expandable foods like pasta, rice, and coffee grounds; grease, fats, and oils that solidify in pipes; and harsh chemicals or drain cleaners. Running cold water during and 15–30 seconds after operation helps move ground waste through Crab Orchard’s plumbing system and local sewer lines without buildup.
How quickly can your plumbers reach my Crab Orchard property for an emergency disposal repair?
Because our technicians live and work in Crab Orchard and the surrounding Cumberland County area, we offer same-day service for calls placed before 2 p.m. and 24/7 emergency dispatch for after-hours flooding or electrical hazards. Most customers receive on-site troubleshooting within 60–90 minutes, weather and traffic permitting.
Will you have to replace my garbage disposal, or can it usually be repaired?
Roughly 70 % of faulty disposals we inspect can be repaired by replacing the splash guard, gaskets, or a worn flywheel, or by freeing a jam. We generally recommend replacement when the motor is burned out, the grinding chamber is cracked, or the unit is more than 10–12 years old. We carry fully stocked trucks with both parts and new disposals, so we can complete either option in a single visit.
How do I keep my disposal running smoothly after it’s been repaired?
Run cold water while grinding and for at least 15 seconds afterward, feed food scraps slowly, and periodically grind a tray of ice cubes with a handful of rock salt to scour the impellers. Once a month, deodorize with half a cup of baking soda followed by one cup of white vinegar; let it foam 10 minutes, then flush with hot water. Scheduling an annual plumbing checkup with our Crab Orchard team ensures seals remain tight and electrical connections stay safe.